View of the personal lounge at The Athenian
The Athenian
The colourful and always-bustling Traditional Metropolis of Athens, Georgia is now dwelling 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 dimension for full buyouts for weddings and different particular occasions.
Greek Revival type meets subtle Southern allure at The Athenian, a superbly restored 11-room antebellum dwelling in downtown Athens. Every of the spacious rooms is uniquely designed and named after a Greek god or goddess. Options reminiscent of giant, ethereal home windows, tall ceilings, heart-of-pine flooring, and vintage fireplaces give every room its personal distinct feel and look. One of many fan favorites right here is Hera, which boasts rose-hued tones, botanical prints, gold {hardware}, and a superb outsized bathe.
The property’s superbly adorned lounge is a first-rate gathering spot. This foremost flooring area oozes fashionable consolation with inside design touches reminiscent of 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 affords a curated number of wines, beers, and different drinks making it an inviting and complex 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. Friends will even take pleasure in a pleasant luxurious contact—a Condor (the native chocolate store) chocolate bar in each room.
Examine-in is seamless, however the resort 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.
Personal lounge at The Bell Athens
The Bell Athens
Previously the Southern Bell Phone & Telegraph Change constructing, The Bell is positioned on West Clayton Road and is listed on the Nationwide Register of Historic Locations. This historic property exudes allure 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 several other unique options, such because the cast-iron stair carriage, balustrade, handrail, and steel-framed home windows had been fastidiously restored. Certainly, throughout the renovation, the crew 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 resort affords eight distinctive visitor rooms, an expansive four-bedroom suite, and a rooftop terrace with enviable views—good for company who wish to rise above the thrill, particularly throughout a busy soccer weekend. The property additionally includes a cozy lounge with a moist bar, espresso station, and a totally stocked number of wines and beers. It is an ideal place to assemble earlier than heading out or just unwind with a e book when you’re searching for a break from the downtown bustle.
Guestrooms are all individually designed with wealthy textures, deep coloration palettes, intricate patterned ceilings, architecturally putting lighting, and trendy facilities. Nonetheless, a draw back to the resort’s historic allure is the road noise. The home windows aren’t double-paned, so company might expertise some noise from the energetic Athens environment. For a greater night time’s sleep, earplugs are supplied by the bedside, although ideally, you will wish to take part on the enjoyable of this spirited school city, which stays energetic properly into the night time.
Like The Athenian, The Bell additionally affords 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 any conventional entrance desk, a workers member is offered on-site throughout enterprise hours to help with any points.
Close by Eating and Leisure
Though neither resort has its personal restaurant, each are inside strolling distance of Athens’ finest 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 change into an area favourite for its wonderful menu, nightly specials, and top-notch service. The no-reservation coverage is definitely managed with a waitlist, and it’s simply steps away. You should definitely attempt their well-known salmon and grits, drizzled in a savory Dijon caper sauce. Creature Comforts Brewing, dwelling of the unique Tropicalia (Avenger Thor’s beer of selection), can be simply down the block.
