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About the Hotel

88 East State Street, Athens, Ohio, United States, OH 45701
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Next to Ohio University
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Located 700 m from John Calhoun Baker University Center, the 4-star Athens Central Hotel is around a 5-minute walk from Christ Lutheran Church. Featuring 22 rooms with views of the city, the hotel is 2.1 km from the Dairy Barn Arts Center.

Location

This Athens hotel lies in the business district of Athens, within 25 minutes' walk of the Dairy Art Barn. The Central Athens is just a few steps from the O'Betty's Hot Dog Museum and 187 km from Dayton.

Rooms

Some of the air-conditioned rooms have a living room and a dining area, and such facilities as complimentary Wi-Fi and a TV set with satellite channels, along with coffee/tea making equipment. They are furnished with a writing desk, and modern bedrooms feature luxurious king-size beds. The smart bathrooms are appointed with bath sheets, and necessities such as a roll-in shower and a separate toilet.

Eat & Drink

Insomnia Cookies is 500 metres from the Central and specialises in American cuisine.

Leisure & Business

At this accommodation, guests can also benefit from fitness classes provided at a fitness club. Thanks to a golf club, guests can stay fit at the hotel.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the ancient Agora for a taste of Athenian history.
  • Try the souvlaki at Kostas, a local favorite since the 1950s.
  • Stroll through the vibrant Monastiraki Flea Market on Sundays.
  • Explore the hidden Benaki Museum for unique art collections.
  • Catch the sunset at Lycabettus Hill for stunning city views.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Luxury Room Two Queen Beds
2 persons
400 sq. feet 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Coffee machine
Handicap Accessible LUXURY Room King Bed a Power Lift Recliner
2 persons
420 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Luxury Room King Bed
2 persons
455 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Family Room Shower
2 persons
500 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Services

  • Housekeeping

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Location

88 East State Street, Athens, Ohio, United States, OH 45701
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88 East State Street, Athens, Ohio, United States, OH 45701
Nearby
15 W State St
O'Betty's Hot Dog Museum
1600 ft
Museum
Southeast Ohio History Center
1700 ft
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Restaurant Salaam
2100 ft
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Jackie O's Public House Restaurant
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22 W Union St
Fusion Noodle Company
2800 ft
30 W Union St
Buffalo Wild Wings
2800 ft
23 W Union St
Thai Paradise
3300 ft
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Ciro
3200 ft
120 W Union St
Getting around
City Centre
Athens6 min  ·  1700 ft
Airports
Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Airport (PKB)121 min  ·  49.9 mi
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)175 min  ·  72.3 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Athens Central provides visitors with a free full breakfast. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Number of rooms:
22
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