WHERE TO STAY

Days Inn Athens hotel near Ohio University welcomes you to Allegheny Plateau along the Hocking River. Located between Columbus and Charlestown, West Virginia, in southwest Ohio, our pet-friendly hotel provides comfortable accommodations at an affordable rate. Read more...

The Hyde House estate has a large wrap around front porch with plenty of sitting, lots of space for relaxing. The estate has a lovely dining area, sitting room, parlor room and four well appointed bedrooms & 4 1/2 bathrooms. Each guest will have a comfortable colorful room with private bath. Two bedrooms have a tiger claw soaking tubs. Only Read more...

Experience top-tier modern living in this newly custom-built, light-filled 4BR home on a private 1-acre lot in Athens, OH. Crafted to host 10 guests, this pristine property is the ultimate upscale base for families, executives, and medical staff visiting Ohio University, O’Bleness Hospital, and Hocking hills. Located under 10 minutes from campus and Court Street, enjoy absolute privacy on a Read more...

Looking for a luxury lodge for a large family reunion in the Hocking Hills area? Look no further! The Chalet Hocking Hills is the perfect destination for you and your guests. This sprawling A-Frame beauty and large Pole Barn, built by Owen White, comes with multiple porch views and a massive 3-story working log fireplace. This 25-acre property has its Read more...

Rustic two story cabin that sits on secluded wooded area. Roughly 25 minutes from Strouds Run and Athens and roughly 35 minutes from Parkersburg, WV. There are 300 acres of woods to hike in. Trails will be marked. Proper attire (boots) are highly recommended. There is no kitchen available. However, there is a microwave and a small fridge/freezer in the Read more...

College Hill Cottage is located on College Hill, on the scenic, historic site of Weethee Academy in the heart of the Appalachian region of Ohio. Just 15 miles from Athens, Ohio, enjoy the peace and tranquility of the private, spacious yard relaxing on the large front deck, or the side porch. Plenty of space for relaxing, picnics, or watching the Read more...

The Little Blue Caboose is our sapphire gem. Hundreds of tiny blue rivets on her metal exterior, hint to all the little details within, where funky art-deco design brings her to life.  This Norfolk and Western caboose, the only train with two sets of twin bunk beds, is set up perfectly for a family of four or a girls’ weekend. Read more...

This private, hotel-like room is located just outside of Athens about 2-3 miles from Ohio University, and is nearby to some of the beautiful features of southeast Ohio. Also on the property are hiking trails for your enjoyment. Read more...

The Little Red Caboose is an icon of many childhood stories and of nostalgic times of the past. The largest of our five historical trains at 31 feet, this Missouri Pacific artifact sits at the place of honor … the end of the line. The only train with the original metal water tank anchoring the ceiling in the queen bedroom, Read more...

Quiet country setting ten minutes from restaurants and bars and hiking trails in Athens and half hour from Hocking Hills with its scenic waterfalls and lovely trails. Five minutes from Bailey’s Run, world class mountain bike trails. Seven acres of mature forest with trails right out the back door. Read more...

This modern hotel is 2 miles from the Ohio University campus, 2.5 miles to the Athens County Fairgrounds and 3.6 miles to the historic Dairy Barn Arts Center. Standard rooms come with mini fridges and microwaves, plus desks, flat-screen TVs and free WiFi. Kids 19 and under stay free with an adult. Amenities include free hot breakfast buffet, an indoor Read more...