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The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

3.0 star property
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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1197 South Lumpkin St, Athens, GA, 30602
  • Place, University of Georgia
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University Of Georgia Conference Center
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Stegeman Coliseum
    ‪3 min walk‬
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9.4 out of 10
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(63 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

2 restaurants, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and a free area shuttle are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour business center, a conference center, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite.
The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel offers 195 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 49-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Athens hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center and complimentary bicycles.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from University of Georgia. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and a free area shuttle, plus 2 restaurants.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at Bulldog Bistro, a bistro that serves American cuisine
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self parking and RV/bus/truck parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and luggage storage
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym and complimentary bicycles
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the helpful staff
  • Steps from University of Georgia and University Of Georgia Conference Center
  • Free local-area shuttle service
The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel offers its guests a fitness center and complimentary bicycles. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a grocery/convenience store. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center, 26 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 25000 square feet (2323 square meters) and includes a conference center. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. A free area shuttle within 3.00 miles is available. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Athens hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Bulldog Bistro - This bistro specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
The Savannah Room - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free area shuttle up to 3 miles
  • Covered parking on site (USD 10 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 25 for adults and USD 10 to 25 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Bulldog Bistro
  • The Savannah Room

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Golf carts
  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 26 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (25,000 square foot of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1957
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 20 and January 01.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 25 for adults, and USD 10 to 25 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 10 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

University Georgia Hotel
UGA Hotel Athens
UGA Hotel
University Of Georgia Conference Center Hotel
The UGA Hotel Conference Center

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 808 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 131 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1001 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Joseph W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible staff and wonderful breakfast. Love this place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shikha Das

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and great breakfast options. Meal options to buy are very affordable as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was magnificent and they provided a shuttle to downtown which is a huge bonus
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terrilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Staff was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clyde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient with great staff and amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like how quiet the building is and how comfortable the stay is from the moment you arrive. Also the breakfast is far superior to any place around! This will always be our favorite place when visiting Athens!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well-appointed room, very accommodating and friendly staff, excellent breakfast included, plus free shuttle service! Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and impressive facility.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always a pleasure staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great breakfast, and prime location to all of UGA
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean and wonderful staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Athens.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and staff was courteous. Prime location. Excellent stay when visiting Athens.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place and service. Centally located around everything. Very clean and great food service. Very much enjoyed our stay and cant wait to be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to UGA. Nice rooms. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the front desk people were amazing! The free shuttle was awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The hotel never disappoints, friendly staff like always, clean rooms, and delicious breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for campus and downtown activities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent stay! Clean room, bed was comfortable, breakfast was amazing. Excellent location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always an exceptional stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025