The Hampton Inn hotel in Athens is centrally located near the University of Georgia and everything else in this colorful city. Athens also has a vibrant literary scene. The city is home to independent publisher Hill Street Press and well-known authors with previous or current residence in the city include Pulitzer Prize winners Deborah Blum and Edward Larson, as well as Judith Ortiz Cofer, Reginald McKnight and Coleman Barks. The property is just two miles from downtown Athens and the University of Georgia, Home of the Dawgs.The hotel features 24-hour front desk assistance, meeting facilities, parking, concierge service, air-conditioning in public areas, laundry service, wake up calls, and room service.The guestroom amenities include air-conditioning, alarm clock, bathroom with shower, make-up mirror, cable TV, hairdryer, telephone, iron and ironing board, and safe.