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When looking to book a hotel in Athens as an 18-year-old, your options are limited.
In this guide, we’ll take a look through some of the more popular hotels. We’ve also included a section looking at alternatives to hotels for 18-year-olds before finishing off with some FAQs.
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Important: Hotels may change their policy before we have a chance to update our website. Be sure to double-check the minimum age to check in before booking.
Hotels in Athens with 18+ Check-In
We’ve rounded up some popular hotels in Athens that allow 18-year-olds to check in. You have a few options including plenty located fairly centrally near all of the popular attractions. For each hotel, we’ll list key points on the location, amenities, and areas where the hotel is highly rated.
Important: You will likely be required to provide I.D. and a credit card when checking in.
Price: Low | Stars: 2
Located off US 441, near Hurricane Shoals Park, Tanger Outlets Commerce, and the University of Georgia. The hotel is 26 miles from Athens–Ben Epps Airport.
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- 24-hour front desk
- Pet-friendly
- Swimming pool
- Fitness center
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Laundry
Alternatives to Hotels for 18 Year Olds
If you don’t want to stay at any of these hotels, you do have a couple of other options.
Airbnb
You can usually stay at an Airbnb as an 18 year old. Hosts can change their age requirement policy so make sure to check before booking but this is uncommon and most allow 18 year olds.
Youth Hostels
Youth hostels are another great alternative for 18 year olds as their target audience is young people. They are also very cheap but you will have to sacrifice some comfort and privacy.
FAQs
Is it legal for an 18 year old to check in to a hotel?
Yes, it is perfectly legal for an 18 year old to check into a hotel, as long as the hotel allows it.
So why do some hotels have an age requirement of 21?
Some hotels believe people under 21 are not mature enough to behave responsibly in a hotel on their own. Other reasons include lower insurance rates and legal risks relating to underage drinking.
Will I need a credit card to check in as an 18 year old?
Yes, it is likely you will be asked for a credit card when you check in.
Will I need I.D. to check in as an 18 year old?
Yes, there is a good chance you will be required to provide I.D. when checking in.
If you are unsure or have questions for a specific hotel, the best thing to do is give them a call to make sure you’re getting the most accurate and relevant information.
