The gateway to UGA since 1957

For over 60 years, the Georgia Center has been a gateway to the University of Georgia, hosting professional education conferences and events. It offers on-site lodging, 25 conference rooms, two restaurants, banquet services, and serves as the hub for the University’s non-credit continuing education and youth programs.

youth programs

Sign up for Summer Camp!

Summer Academy at the University of Georgia offers a series of STEAM and career exploration camps for learners aged 7-17.

Four young students posing for the camera at Summer Academy
three women participate in continuing education program at the Georgia Center.

professional courses

Continue the Journey

Whether you want to advance your career, get started in a new field, or pursue a new passion, we have a wide variety of courses and certificate programs that will help you get where you want to go. And many of these courses are available online, giving you the flexibility to learn from your home, and at your own pace.

events and conferences

Host an event

Find out why so many high-profile organizations and corporations choose our conference center year after year for their conferences, banquets, meetings, celebrations, academic and organization conventions, and everything else. Browse our different spaces and get started with a request for proposal today.

Detail of attendees listening during the Electric Mobility Summit at the Georgia Center.

Culinary creations right on campus

Our two on-site restaurants provide breakfast, lunch, and dinner culinary creations.

Chicken salad with tomatoes and onions, dressing and blue cheese.

Fusion of contemporary & southern cuisine

Savannah Room

Upscale casual restaurant, offering a range of delectable appetizers, creative entrées, and house-made desserts, including our iconic strawberry ice cream pie.

Steak with sauce and garlic and onions on a board

Quick Bites and drinks

Bulldog Bistro

Friendly, quaint café serving casual and delicious quick meals and beverages throughout the day.

Visiting UGA

View of the University of Georgia Arch on the campus with a white building in the background and people walking.

Location, Location, Location

Situated right on the University of Georgia’s campus, we provide a unique setting that no other hotel in Athens can match, placing you in the heart of one of the nation’s most beautiful campuses. Conveniently located between Downtown and Five Points, you’ll be just steps away from historic live music venues, popular dining spots, and everything else the Classic City has to offer.

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Discover our rooms

Our 200 well-appointed and cozy guest rooms and suites prioritize your comfort and needs. Everything you require is just within reach.

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About the Georgia Center

Established in 1957 thanks to a generous grant from the W. K. Kellogg Foundation, the University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel stands out as a leading resource for lifelong learning in the state. This distinctive center offers a blend of residential education, professional development, lodging, dining, and conference services to individuals around the globe.