The Foundry Park Inn & Spa, a 119-room boutique inn, is centrally located in downtown Athens (Ga.) at the intersection of Thomas and Dougherty. The Foundry Park Inn & Spa is just four miles from the Athens-Ben Epps Airport. Guests staying this hotel can walk to the Classic Center, the business district, go shopping, take in a show or a play, and visit the University of Georgia. The Foundry Park Inn was inspired by the classic Athens row houses of the 1820s, and is set in 3.8 acres of Foundry Park, with tree-shaded walkways and historic buildings. The Inn's restaurant, the restored two-story Nathan Hoyt home, boasts three quaint dining rooms and six brick fireplaces. Guests can enjoy American fusion cuisine and an extensive wine list, all served in this unique 1829-restored setting. The Inn's Athens Steam Company Pub offers more casual fare for lunch or dinner with a vast selection of domestic and imported beers, wines and spirits, to be enjoyed under inviting open-beam ceilings.

A business center is available along with 9,000 square feet of meeting space. The Inn's Day Spa showcases a variety of treatments, including Swedish, Hot Stone, and Aromatherapy.. An outdoor pool is on-site and music is performed at the Melting Pot.

The Inn's guestrooms are designed for ultimate rest and relaxation: high beds, adorned with white down comforters and pillows, work desks, cable televisions, coffeemakers, and wireless Internet access. Baths feature marble floors, pedestal sinks and designer toiletries.

Room Types:

Standard room:   One king bed or two double beds. Custom-designed iron headboard, 350-thread-count sheets, and down comforter. Floors 1-2. Cable TV. Dual-line speakerphone with voice mail and data port connection. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Complimentary weekday newspapers. Coffeemaker with complimentary tea and coffee. Full bathroom with complimentary Gilchrist & Soames toiletries. Hair dryer. Iron and ironing board. Smoking and nonsmoking.

Driving Directions: From Athens-Ben Epps Airport: Turn right onto County Farm Rd. Turn right onto US-78 (Lexington Rd). Turn left onto O'Conee St. Turn right onto N Jackson St, which will take your to E Dougherty St. The hotel is at 295 E Dougherty St.