Unique experiences await at The Bell, a Kasa Living™ hotel —where history and modern hospitality ring true! An Athens landmark since 1916, this former telephone building offers character, luxury and modern comforts. Whether you're dialing into the city's rich past or connecting with its vibrant present, you're always within reach of Athens' best spots. Our tech-enabled rooms and apartments offer self check-in at 4pm with 24/7 Virtual Front Desk services accessible via mobile, including guest support by text. On-site support is available.

  • Free parking
  • Rooftop & Fireplace
  • Hotel-style
  • City center

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Our hotel experience

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24/7 Virtual Guest Experience team

24/7 Virtual Guest Experience team

Free high-speed Wi-Fi

Free high-speed Wi-Fi

High-quality bed & bath products

High-quality bed & bath products

Great location

Great location

Location

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183 West Clayton Street, Athens, GA 30601

Reviews

Total rating: 4.75 based on 211 reviews.
  • review score of 5 out of 5

    Fabulous location, clean and stylish room and great hospitality. A bottle of wine was waiting for us in our room which w Likes: Location, cleanliness, hospitality. This place has it all. Far superior to chain hotels in the area. Don’t hesitate! Dislikes: Nothing

    From Booking • Sep 14, 2026

    Claire

  • review score of 5 out of 5

    The best place to stay in athens My favorite place to stay when coming to athens. It is incredibly clean, well kept, and the owner is so incredibly kind. He made sure we had everything we needed at all times and his communication is top tier. If you need a place to stay, you have to stay here.

    From Tripadvisor • Sep 07, 2026

    983molliem

  • review score of 5 out of 5

    So this is the 1st time I've stayed at a virtual front desk hotel. So some of the "negatives" are because I didn't read all the instructions properly. Keeping that in mind, the hotel could not be in a better location for walking around town. I walked to 3 different places for cappuccino in the mornings without an issue. Yes there are few homeless folks around, but I didn't feel unsafe walking alone. There were quite a few students when I went as well. The room was super cute. The elevator was down for our week stay, so we did walk up the stairs to the terrace on the roof a couple times. Our room was on the lowest floor, though, so we didn't have to lug our bags up a bunch of stairs. We were confused about room cleanings, before we read that they were optional and could be requested. The towels, bath tissue etc was self-serve. They once ran out of washcloths, but when the manager contacted me about the stay so far, they were quickly provided. There was a sweet young man there to greet us at check-in. The Friday lobby party was a lot of fun. This was not a large hotel; it is very cozy and very intimate. Which suited us just fine. There are coded locks on the 2 entrance doors, so no one can just walk in off the streets. We also had tons of lunch/dinner choices within walking distance. There is a Target and CVS close by as well... incorporated into downtown buildings, not standalone stores. Another nice feature. All in all a great place to stay! Everyone was so nice there, as well. Thanks!

    From Google Business • Sep 06, 2026

    Audrey Gruber

Policies

Accommodation policies

  • Check-in: After 4 pm
  • Checkout: Before 11 am
  • No smoking of any kind
  • No pets
  • No parties or events
  • Can't receive mail or packages

Cancellation policy

The cancellation policy depends on the rate plan you select when you book.

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Terms

  • We may pre-authorize your credit card up to $250 as a damage deposit.

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