Americas Best Value Inn - Athens, TN

The Americas Best Value Inn, located at I-75 exit 49, behind Cracker Barrel welcomes you to Athens, Tennessee, known as the 'Friendly City.' Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Athens offers a southern hospitality that grew during the years when it was a small agricultural center. For the adventurous, the hotel is a short drive from the Smokey Mountain Cherahola Skyway and the famous Dragon Back, boasting more hairpin turns than any other 13 mile stretch of road in the United States. Nearby is the Fort Loudoun State Historic Area which provides a glimpse of life during the time of the French and Indian War. The historic park also offers hiking, boating, fishing, picnicking, and special events. The hotel is also near the Tennessee Wesleyan College, Rhea County Courthouse 'famous for the Scopes monkey trial', and McMinn County Living Heritage Museum. The Congress Crossing Mall, Galaxy Skate Center, and Classic Lanes Bowling are also minutes from the hotel. Local restaurants include Captain D's Seafood, Ming Dynasty Chinese Restaurant, Papa John's, Ruby Tuesday, and Waffle House.Start your day with the free continental breakfast available daily from 6:30am - 9:30am. Breakfast items include donuts, orange juice, and coffee. Take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool 'open from May 15th - August 31st.' Enjoy a family barbecue in the picnic area. Appreciate the convenience of the guest laundromat, vending machine, and ice machine. The front desk and lobby are open 24 hours/day. Pets are welcome for a daily charge of five USD per pet.Rest easy in the spacious guest rooms with amenities including free wireless high-speed Internet access, microwaves, cable TVs with HBO, mini-refrigerators, hairdryers, and free local calls.