Find a Great Motel Athens

If you’re having a hard time finding motels in Athens, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let Expedia help you find a similar property from over 55 lodging options. Just use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.

At most motels, you’re likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you’ll often have access to your room directly from the car park. The word “motel” was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.

Here are some of our customers’ favourite motels in the larger area. Super 8 by Wyndham Athens TX: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. Days Inn by Wyndham Canton: A seasonal outdoor pool and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. Central Athens is 25.8 mi (41.5 km) away. Motel 6 Canton, TX: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 25.9 mi (41.7 km) from the heart of Athens. Extended Stay Gun Barrel City: Central Athens is 19.7 mi (31.8 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Countryside Inn: 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from the heart of Athens. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.

Enjoy the coffee shops in this relaxing, family-friendly area while you’re sightseeing. Visitors like Athens for its shops. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: East Texas Arboretum, Lake Athens and Trinity River. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include Athens Bowling Center and Athens Praise & Worship Center. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Henderson County Fairgrounds, Henderson County Historical Museum and Athens Scuba Park.

Weather can make or break a road trip, so we’ve gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Athens to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Athens is 1211 mm.

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Athens to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional), which is located 27.9 mi (45 km) from the city centre. If you’d like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.