View of the non-public lounge at The Athenian
The Athenian
The colourful and always-bustling Basic Metropolis of Athens, Georgia is now residence to 2 new boutique resorts, each of which made their debut this winter—simply in time for the College of Georgia’s commencement and the upcoming fall soccer season. Each resorts function keyless/contactless check-in (learn: no entrance desk) and are the proper measurement for full buyouts for weddings and different particular occasions.
Greek Revival type meets refined Southern appeal at The Athenian, a superbly restored 11-room antebellum residence in downtown Athens. Every of the spacious rooms is uniquely designed and named after a Greek god or goddess. Options similar to giant, ethereal home windows, tall ceilings, heart-of-pine flooring, and vintage fireplaces give every room its personal distinct appear and feel. One of many fan favorites right here is Hera, which boasts rose-hued tones, botanical prints, gold {hardware}, and a wonderful outsized bathe.
The property’s superbly embellished lounge is a major gathering spot. This most important flooring house oozes fashionable consolation with inside design touches similar to deep marine-hued partitions, plush leather-based seating, and moss inexperienced accents, all anchored by floor-to-ceiling home windows that overlook the buzzy Athens downtown. The lunge’s self-serve bar presents a curated number of wines, beers, and different drinks making it an inviting and complicated place to chill out.
The again a part of the home is a more recent addition with a spacious communal space, together with a big desk, an ice machine, a espresso bar, and engaging snacks all the time available. Visitors will even take pleasure in a pleasant luxurious contact—a Condor (the native chocolate store) chocolate bar in each room.
Test-in is seamless, however the lodge has solely six parking spots and availability could also be restricted, particularly on busy weekends, so plan to park throughout or down the road simply in case.
Non-public lounge at The Bell Athens
The Bell Athens
Previously the Southern Bell Phone & Telegraph Alternate constructing, The Bell is positioned on West Clayton Road and is listed on the Nationwide Register of Historic Locations. This historic property exudes appeal with its heat, inviting inside design that blends up to date components whereas honoring its classic telephone firm roots. Unique switchboards are framed and displayed alongside the hallways, and a number of other unique options, such because the cast-iron stair carriage, balustrade, handrail, and steel-framed home windows have been rigorously restored. Certainly, in the course of the renovation, the group uncovered the constructing’s unique design plans, created by the famend P. Thornton Marye—well-known for his work on Atlanta’s iconic Fox Theatre.
The boutique lodge presents eight distinctive visitor rooms, an expansive four-bedroom suite, and a rooftop terrace with enviable views—excellent for company who need to rise above the excitement, particularly throughout a busy soccer weekend. The property additionally incorporates a cozy lounge with a moist bar, espresso station, and a totally stocked number of wines and beers. It is an awesome place to assemble earlier than heading out or just unwind with a ebook in case you’re in search of a break from the downtown bustle.
Guestrooms are all individually designed with wealthy textures, deep shade palettes, intricate patterned ceilings, architecturally putting lighting, and fashionable facilities. Nevertheless, a draw back to the lodge’s historic appeal is the road noise. The home windows usually are not double-paned, so company could expertise some noise from the full of life Athens environment. For a greater evening’s sleep, earplugs are supplied by the bedside, although ideally, you may need to take part on the enjoyable of this spirited faculty city, which stays full of life nicely into the evening.
Like The Athenian, The Bell additionally presents a contactless check-in/out expertise by way of Kasa, a platform that gives smartphone room entry and 24/7 digital entrance desk assist. Whereas there isn’t a conventional entrance desk, a employees member is obtainable on-site throughout enterprise hours to help with any points.
Close by Eating and Leisure
Though neither lodge has its personal restaurant, each are inside strolling distance of Athens’ greatest eating spots. The Bell is simply throughout the road from The Final Resort Grill, a legendary vacation spot recognized for its southwestern-inspired Southern delicacies. Opened in 1966 as a music venue (with well-known performers like Steve Martin and Jimmy Buffett), it has develop into an area favourite for its glorious menu, nightly specials, and top-notch service. The no-reservation coverage is well managed with a waitlist, and it’s simply steps away. You should definitely strive their well-known salmon and grits, drizzled in a savory Dijon caper sauce. Creature Comforts Brewing, residence of the unique Tropicalia (Avenger Thor’s beer of selection), can be simply down the block.