The newly renovated Quality Inn hotel is conveniently midway between Nashville and Birmingham at Interstate 65 and Highway 72. This hotel is just minutes from Athens historic district, nestled within the citys narrow, tree-lined streets, offering many wonderful examples of antebellum architecture. The annual Limestone Sheriffs Rodeo features an array of events, including bareback riding, calf roping, barrel racing, a barbecue cook-off, live entertainment, a street dance, and much more. The Athens State University hosts the annual Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention. The nearby Wheeler Lake is an outdoor enthusiasts wonderland, offering acres of fun and activities like boating, canoeing, water skiing, and fishing. The surrounding area is home to a variety of golf courses, shopping centers, movie theaters and restaurants, including several near the hotel. Guests receive free passes to a nearby fully equipped fitness center. This hotel offers many fine features and amenities, including free hot breakfast, wireless high-speed Internet access, local calls, and coffee, tea, and cookies. It features a seasonal outdoor pool. Business travelers will welcome additional conveniences like free newspapers in the lobby, a public computer with Internet access, in-room desks, and access to copy and fax service. Laundry facilities and valet cleaning service are both provided on the premises for ones convenience. The hotel also provides a 100% satisfaction guarantee. All guest rooms come equipped with refrigerators, microwaves, coffee makers, hairdryers, irons, ironing boards, 27-inch TVs, lap trays, and plantation shutters. Some rooms feature sofa sleepers and whirlpool bathtubs. Non-smoking and handicap accessible rooms are also offered.