Best Western Plus Royal Mountain Inn & Suites Athens, Athens
About the Hotel
Best Western Plus Royal Mountain Inn & Suites is the newest hotel in Athens, Texas, conveniently close to various attractions. This smoke-free hotel offers a range of accommodations equipped with modern amenities. The location is notable for its proximity to local landmarks such as the East Texas Arboretum and the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center.
Location
The hotel is strategically located near major attractions in the Athens area, including Lake Athens and Cedar Creek Lake. It is also about 20 miles from the popular Canton Trade Days. Tyler Pounds Regional Airport is approximately 34 miles away, providing accessible travel options for guests.
Rooms
Each of the 61 well-appointed guest rooms and suites is designed for comfort. Rooms feature thoughtful details such as laptop-friendly workspaces, microwaves, and refrigerators. All accommodations also include complimentary WiFi and 42-inch LCD televisions with cable programming. Guests can expect air conditioning and essential amenities to ensure a pleasant stay.
Eat & Drink
A complimentary full hot breakfast is offered each morning to guests. For additional dining needs, a grocery/convenience store is available on-site. Local restaurants and shopping are just a short drive away, including options near the historic Athens downtown square.
Leisure & Business
Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. The hotel also features a business center that provides fax and photocopying services. Overall, the facilities cater to both leisure travelers and those visiting for business.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- No parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Elevator
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Media
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Reviews and Ratings
My stay at the hotel was overall very pleasant. The rooms were always spotless every day, big, spacious, and very clean and comfortable. However, there was a slight musty smell that was noticeable. The service provided was great, from breakfast to all cleaning services, with friendly and proactive staff, although there was an issue with some bulbs being out. The location was good for our activities, close to other buildings and Lake Athens, but there was a lingering smell of cigarettes in some areas. The dining experience was fair, with a traditional hotel continental breakfast that the staff worked hard to keep fresh and hot. The facilities were decent but could be a bit improved. The price was reasonable, considering the amenities offered.
My stay at the Best Western Plus Royal Mountain Inn & Suites was pleasant overall. The rooms were clean and comfortable, although I was a bit disappointed that my bed wasn't fresh for the second night. The service was friendly and helpful, but it would have been nice to have the room refreshed before checkout. The location exceeded our expectations and was convenient for visiting family. The dining experience was good, especially with the REAL eggs and Texas-shaped waffle for breakfast. The hotel facilities were sufficient for a comfortable stay.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms seemed recently redone and had a comfortable bed, but they smelled musty and smokey even though it was a smoke-free room. The staff was friendly, and the hotel was conveniently close to restaurants with an amazing full breakfast. However, the room was too hot despite efforts to cool it down, which was a downside.