Howard Johnson by Wyndham Athens in Athens

Set on a leafy property along Highway 78, this unpretentious budget hotel is 3 miles from the University of Georgia, and 4 miles from both Sanford Stadium and downtown Athens.Understated rooms offer free Wi-Fi and flat-screens, along with minifridges, microwaves, and tea and coffeemakers.Continental breakfast is complimentary, as is parking for cars, trucks and RVs. There's also an outdoor pool with a sundeck.