University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

Event Types Welcomed

  • Adult Social Events
  • Corporate Social Events
  • Family Reunions
  • Leisure Travel
  • Professional Meeting / Training / Conference / Retreats

About

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel is the only hotel located on the UGA campus in Athens, GA. We offer stellar meeting space at our world-class conference center featuring over 38,000 square feet of meeting and exhibit space. We also offer 16,000 square feet for exhibits, an auditorium, and 25 meeting rooms in a variety of sizes, including three boardrooms and a computer lab. To top off your accommodations, we offer 200 hotel rooms and suites for overnight guests with convenient on-site restaurants that can turn into banquet facilities.

We are owned and managed by the University of Georgia, meaning that our event staff has years of experience serving diverse groups of visitors of varying sizes. Wireless internet connections, our local shuttle service, and bicycles are complimentary at the venue. Our event coordinators work tirelessly to provide those planning an event with complete program assistance with everything from registration to menu selection. Best of all? These University of Georgia conference center facilities and services are all available under one roof and less than a mile from the vibrant downtown of Athens, GA. View the list of amenities below to see what makes the University of Georgia the premier event venue in Athens, GA.

Meeting & Event Spaces

  • Max Capacity: 600 guests
  • Largest Classroom Style: 288
  • Largest Theatre Style: 600
  • Largest Auditorium Seating: 200
  • Academic Year Largest Group: yes
Mahler Hall
Mahler Hall is a multifunctional meeting and event space with 5,336 square feet. Capable of seating up to 600 people, this hall is one of the largest meeting venues in the city — yet it projects a warm, non-institutional feeling. Its intimacy and grandeur are unmatched by any other hall in the Athens area.
  • 5336 Sq. Ft.
  • 320 Banquet Style
  • 288 Classroom Style
  • 600 Theatre Style
  • 288 Conference Style
Masters Hall
Masters Hall is a beautiful amphitheater-style meeting space. The contemporary décor tastefully blends natural wood, stainless steel, and a warm color scheme. The lecture hall can accommodate 200 people in mesh-backed ergonomic chairs. Masters Hall features -- a smart podium with Creston controls, LCD projector, versatile lighting, desks with LED lighting and power outlets for every seat and robust AV system with a 16' by 10' rear-projection screen, and Bose speakers.
  • 200 Classroom Style
  • 200 Conference Style
Magnolia Ballroom
The Magnolia Ballroom is the Georgia Center's largest special events and dining space. The ballroom was recently redesigned, and now features a full wall of windows across from a feature walll of mid-century modern inspired millwork. Tables seating encourage conversation. Ceiling mounted LCD projectors, retractable screens, wireless Internet, adjustable lighting, and suilt in PA system allow mealtime speakers to present in style. The Magnolia Ballroom can be divided into as many as five salons each with a private entrance.
  • 5388 Sq. Ft.
  • 450 Banquet Style
Dogwood Hall
Dogwood Hall is conveniently located near dining, the bar, and the front desk. The hall's design brings nature to the indoors with unobstructed, floor-to-ceiling views of the Pecan Tree Courtyard on one side and the Kellogg Garden on the other. Dogwood Hall is sound-insulated and has a pre-function area. The hall also has state-of-the-art AV systems with three screens, full AV controls on a smart podium, and includes electronic control of window shades.
  • 3,060 Sq. Ft.
  • 192 Banquet Style
  • 105 Classroom Style
  • 189 Theatre Style
Craige Boardroom
The Craige Boardroom can seat 14-20 at a permanent conference table. This boardroom is equipped with: white board, retractable screen, wireless Internet, adjustable lighting, and LCD projector. The boardroom features lithographs and sculptures from Alvar Suñol, a renowned Spanish artist who is a master of many genres. Alvar's lithographs, paintings, watercolors, drawings, engravings, sculptures and ceramics have been exhibited in galleries and museums in the United States, Europe, and Japan.
  • 736 Sq. Ft.
  • 20 Conference Style
Sanford Boardroom
The Sanford Boardroom can seat 12 at a permanent conference table. The boardroom features memorabilia from University of Georgia Athletics as well as photos of past players and mascots. The Sanford Boardroom is equipped with: white board, retractable screen, wireless Internet, adjustable lighting, and LCD projector.
  • 528 Sq. Ft.
  • 12 Conference Style
University Boardroom
The University Boardroom can seat 14 at a permanent conference table, plus 6 extra chairs along the walls. The University Boardroom is equipped with: white board, retractable screen, wireless Internet, adjustable lighting, and LCD projector.
  • 460 Sq. Ft.
  • 14 Conference Style
Oak Room
Ideal for an intimate lunch or dinner, the Oak Room can seat up to 32, depending on the set-up configuration. The Oak Room features a view of one of the Georgia Center's courtyard, a faux fireplace, adjustable lighting, and is located near an exterior entrance.
  • 624 Sq. Ft.
  • 32 Banquet Style
President's Dining Room
The President's Dining Room features mellowed tones with unique, adjustable lighting and 12 comfortable chairs. This space is ideal for a small group's lunch or dinner.
  • 12 Banquet Style
Pecan Tree Courtyard
The Pecan Tree Courtyard features outdoor patio seating and four fire pits with lounge seating, and is located adjacent to the Courtyard Café and the Pecan Tree Galleria.
Kellogg Garden
The Kellogg Garden is one of two private gardens at the Conference Center, in addition to the larger Lumpkin Plaza. Offering a quiet atmosphere to relax between classes or enjoy a drink with friends.
Rooms A, B, C, D, F, and G
These rooms, located on the second floor, are all 483 sq. ft. and can accommodate up to 32 people theater-style. These rooms have floor to ceiling windows and overlook the Pecan Tree Courtyard. When presentation demands, use of electronic blackout shades provide appropriate low-level lighting. 
  • 483 Sq. Ft.
  • 19 Classroom Style
  • 32 Theatre Style
  • 22 Hollow Square Space Style
Rooms E & J
These two rooms are located on the second floor. Room E can accommodate 32 with theater-style seating. Room J can accommodate 40 with theater-style seating.
  • E-459 & J-792 Sq. Ft.
  • 25/35 Classroom Style
  • 32/40 Theatre Style
  • 26 Hollow Square Space Style
Rooms T, U, V, and W
These rooms all feature 408 sq. ft. and accommodate up to 20 people. An airwall allows for T and U to be joined. V and W may likewise be combined.  There are windows in these rooms.
  • 408 Sq. Ft.
  • 15 Classroom Style
  • 20 Theatre Style
  • 16 Hollow Square Space Style
Rooms K & L
These rooms are each 1,216 sq. ft. and accommodate up to 84 people. An airwall allows for thesee two rooms to be joined.  K and L flow out onto the Kellogg Concourse the large gathering space on the second floor that overlooks the Kellogg Garden.
  • 1216 Sq. Ft.
  • 60 Classroom Style
  • 84 Theatre Style
  • 36 Hollow Square Space Style
Rooms Q & R
These rooms are each 1,260 sq. ft. and accommodate up to 84 people.
  • 1260 Sq. Ft.
  • 60 Classroom Style
  • 84 Theatre Style
  • 42 Hollow Square Space Style
Room FG
This room is 966 sq. ft. and can accommodate up to 60 people. Room has state of the art AV equipment including a smart podium.
  • 966 Sq. Ft.
  • 47 Classroom Style
  • 60 Theatre Style
  • 36 Hollow Square Space Style
Rooms TU and VW
These rooms each offer 816 sq. ft. accommodating up to 56 people. These rooms have state of the art AV equipment including smart podiums.
  • 816 Sq. Ft.
  • 35 Classroom Style
  • 56 Theatre Style
  • 30 Hollow Square Space Style
Room YZ
This room is 836 sq. ft. and can accommodate up to 60 people. Room has state of the art AV equipment including a smart podium.
  • 836 Sq. Ft.
  • 42 Classroom Style
  • 60 Theatre Style
  • 32 Hollow Square Space Style
Room KL
This room is 2432 sq. ft. and can accommodate up to 182 people. Room has state of the art AV equipment including a smart podium.
  • 2432 Sq. Ft.
  • 120 Classroom Style
  • 182 Theatre Style
  • 54 Hollow Square Space Style
Pecan Tree Galleria
The Pecan Tree Galleria features high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows with sweeping views of the lush Lumpkin Plaza and Pecan Tree Courtyard. This space is ideal for exhibits, tradeshows or receptions and connects to the Hill Atrium. It is also a great place to relax, make a phone call, or chat with a colleague or friend. The Pecan Tree Galleria features comfortable seating, flat-screen TV, wireless Internet and work stations with docking ports.
Kellogg Concourse
The Kellogg Concourse, on the second floor with most conference rooms, is a great space for exhibits, breaks and receptions. It also serves as a comfortable, convenient place for event attendees to take a break or converse with colleagues. The Kellogg Concourse features comfortable seating, wireless Internet access and views of the Kellogg Garden and the University's campus.

Food & Beverage Options

The Savannah Room
Enjoy dining in one of Athens' finest restaurants with a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you crave a light, casual luncheon or dinner, The Savannah Room offers a range of gourmet entrées, vegetarian and special selections, superb desserts, and a full bar.
The Courtyard Cafe
Quick and casual. Hearty breakfast choices and tasty deli sandwiches Monday – Sunday. Cafeteria-style hot lunch entrées, daily specials, and soup and salad bar Monday – Friday.
Georgia Java
Jittery Joes® coffee, specialty drinks, homemade pastries, cookies, and snacks.
Dawg House Bar & Grill
Full bar and extensive tavern menu. Daily specials.

Accommodations

  • Total Number of Overnight Guests: 200
  • Number of Overnight Rooms: 200
  • Wi-Fi in Guest Rooms: Yes
  • Wi-Fi Guest Room Cost : Complimentary
Overnight Room Attributes
  • Air-conditioned rooms available
  • Hair dryer
  • Linens Provided
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Towels

 

Classic King Rooms
Classic room with one King Bed. Accommodates one or two guest. All rooms feature these standard amenities: 32" flat-screen HDTVs, Cable TV with multiple HBO and ESPN channels, free wireless internet, free local phone calls, microwave, refrigerator, in-room safe, in-room coffee maker with flavored creamers, full-size desk with task chair, hairdryer, make-up mirror, hand rail in tub area, full-size iron and ironing board, complimentary shampoo, alarm clock with radio, extra pillows, individual climate controls, luggage rack, and valet service Monday through Friday.
Classic Queen Rooms
Classic room with one Queen Bed. Accommadates one or two guest. All rooms feature these standard amenities: 32" flat-screen HDTVs, Cable TV with multiple HBO and ESPN channels, free wireless internet, free local phone calls, microwave, refrigerator, in-room safe, in-room coffee maker with flavored creamers, full-size desk with task chair, hairdryer, make-up mirror, hand rail in tub area, full-size iron and ironing board, complimentary shampoo, alarm clock with radio, extra pillows, individual climate controls, luggage rack, and valet service Monday through Friday.
Select Queen Rooms
Select room with two Queen Beds. Accomodates up to four guest. All rooms feature these standard amenities: 32" flat-screen HDTVs, Cable TV with multiple HBO and ESPN channels, free wireless internet, free local phone calls, microwave, refrigerator, in-room safe, in-room coffee maker with flavored creamers, full-size desk with task chair, hairdryer, make-up mirror, hand rail in tub area, full-size iron and ironing board, complimentary shampoo, alarm clock with radio, extra pillows, individual climate controls, luggage rack, and valet service Monday through Friday.
Select Double Rooms
Select room with two Double Beds. Accommodates up to four guests. All rooms feature these standard amenities: 32" flat-screen HDTVs, Cable TV with multiple HBO and ESPN channels, free wireless internet, free local phone calls, microwave, refrigerator, in-room safe, in-room coffee maker with flavored creamers, full-size desk with task chair, hairdryer, make-up mirror, hand rail in tub area, full-size iron and ironing board, complimentary shampoo, alarm clock with radio, extra pillows, individual climate controls, luggage rack, and valet service Monday through Friday.
Classic Extra
Classic room with two, custom-sized beds. These 4' wide × 6.5' long beds are designed to each comfortably sleep one adult. All rooms feature these standard amenities: 32" flat-screen HDTVs, Cable TV with multiple HBO and ESPN channels, free wireless internet, free local phone calls, microwave, refrigerator, in-room safe, in-room coffee maker with flavored creamers, full-size desk with task chair, hairdryer, make-up mirror, hand rail in tub area, full-size iron and ironing board, complimentary shampoo, alarm clock with radio, extra pillows, individual climate controls, luggage rack, and valet service Monday through Friday.
Club Queen Suite
Club Queen Suite is ideal for extra guests and can accommodate up to six guests. Bedroom has two queen sized beds. Parlor area has a full-size sleeper sofa, coffee table with side chairs, wet bar, and an additional 32” TV. This suite has sinks and mirrors in both bathroom and vanity/dressing area. All rooms feature these standard amenities: 32" flat-screen HDTVs, Cable TV with multiple HBO and ESPN channels, free wireless internet, free local phone calls, microwave, refrigerator, in-room safe, in-room coffee maker with flavored creamers, full-size desk with task chair, hairdryer, make-up mirror, hand rail in tub area, full-size iron and ironing board, complimentary shampoo, alarm clock with radio, extra pillows, individual climate controls, luggage rack, and valet service Monday through Friday.
Executive King Suite
Executive King Suite is ideal as a hospitality suite and accommodates up to four guests. The bedroom has a king-size Simmons Beautyrest bed. The parlor area has a full-size sleeper sofa, ottoman with side chairs, granite top wet bar with two bar stools, and an additional 32” TV. This suite has sinks and mirrors in both bathroom and vanity/dressing area. All rooms feature these standard amenities: 32" flat-screen HDTVs, Cable TV with multiple HBO and ESPN channels, free wireless internet, free local phone calls, microwave, refrigerator, in-room safe, in-room coffee maker with flavored creamers, full-size desk with task chair, hairdryer, make-up mirror, hand rail in tub area, full-size iron and ironing board, complimentary shampoo, alarm clock with radio, extra pillows, individual climate controls, luggage rack, and valet service Monday through Friday.
Lumpkin King Suite
Lumpkin King Suite is a two-room suite with the option for additional connecting bedrooms (not included in rate). Lumpkin King Suite can accommodate up to four guests. The bedroom has a king-size bed and full bath. The parlor has a sleeper sofa, additional 32” TV, and full bath. All rooms feature these standard amenities: 32" flat-screen HDTVs, Cable TV with multiple HBO and ESPN channels, free wireless internet, free local phone calls, microwave, refrigerator, in-room safe, in-room coffee maker with flavored creamers, full-size desk with task chair, hairdryer, make-up mirror, hand rail in tub area, full-size iron and ironing board, complimentary shampoo, alarm clock with radio, extra pillows, individual climate controls, luggage rack, and valet service Monday through Friday.
Regency King Suite
Regency King Suite is a two-room suite and is ideal as a hospitality suite. The bedroom has a king-size bed, two longue chairs, 32” TV, and full bath. The parlor area has a full granite top wet bar with six bar stools, full size subzero refrigerator, ice maker, kitchen sink, large sectional sofa, dining table with six chairs, 32” TV, two longue chairs, and an additional full bath. All rooms feature these standard amenities: 32" flat-screen HDTVs, Cable TV with multiple HBO and ESPN channels, free wireless internet, free local phone calls, microwave, refrigerator, in-room safe, in-room coffee maker with flavored creamers, full-size desk with task chair, hairdryer, make-up mirror, hand rail in tub area, full-size iron and ironing board, complimentary shampoo, alarm clock with radio, extra pillows, individual climate controls, luggage rack, and valet service Monday through Friday.
Regency Queen Suite
The Regency Queen Suite is an extra-large room that can accommodate up to three guests with one queen-size bed and a love-seat sleeper sofa that pulls out to a single bed. Additionally, this suite has a wet bar with granite countertop, additional lounge chairs, and two full baths. All rooms feature these standard amenities: 32" flat-screen HDTVs, Cable TV with multiple HBO and ESPN channels, free wireless internet, free local phone calls, microwave, refrigerator, in-room safe, in-room coffee maker with flavored creamers, full-size desk with task chair, hairdryer, make-up mirror, hand rail in tub area, full-size iron and ironing board, complimentary shampoo, alarm clock with radio, extra pillows, individual climate controls, luggage rack, and valet service Monday through Friday.
Plaza Queen Suite
Plaza Queen Suite is a multi-functional suite that can serve as a luxurious sleeping room for 4, meeting room for 10, or as a dining room for 16. The Plaza Queen Suite is one large room with a queen size Murphy bed (that folds up out of area for meetings), full-size sleeper sofa, subzero refrigerator, ice maker, wet bar area with granite top, speaker phone, small dry erase board, and a full bath. All rooms feature these standard amenities: 32" flat-screen HDTVs, Cable TV with multiple HBO and ESPN channels, free wireless internet, free local phone calls, microwave, refrigerator, in-room safe, in-room coffee maker with flavored creamers, full-size desk with task chair, hairdryer, make-up mirror, hand rail in tub area, full-size iron and ironing board, complimentary shampoo, alarm clock with radio, extra pillows, individual climate controls, luggage rack, and valet service Monday through Friday.
Uga Suite
Bedroom and parlor custom decorated in UGA colors with Uga memorabilia One king-size bed Uga memorabilia provided by the Frank W. "Sonny" Seiler family, the owners of the Uga line of mascots Guests receive a stuffed bulldog and a picture of mascot Uga Both Bedroom and Parlor rooms connect to additional bedrooms (not included in rate) Non-sleeper sofa in parlor

Featured Amenities

  • Accessible Facilities
  • Air Conditioning Air Conditioning
  • Bus - Shuttle, Public Bus Access Bus
  • Fitness Center Fitness Center
  • Golf Course Golf
  • In-House Catering
  • Linens
  • Near Public Transit
  • Overnight Rooms
  • Paid Parking
  • Theater Seating
  • WiFi

Venue Location + Transportation

Address

 
University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel,
1197 S. Lumpkin Street,
Athens, Georgia 30602-3603

Transportation

  • BusBus

Nearby Airport

  • Jackson/Hartsfield Atlanta International - 75 minutes

Nearby International Airport

  • Jackson/Hartsfield Atlanta International - 75 minutes

Parking

  • Onsite Parking: Yes

Nearby Cities

Atlanta, GA – 60|Greenville/Spartanburg, SC – 100

Things to Know

Catering

  • Must Use In-house Catering: Yes
  • External Catering Allowed: No
  • Cultural Catering Available: No

Technology

Complimentary wireless throughout hotel, conference space and gardens. In-house technical support. Computer Lab.

  • Guest Wi-Fi: Free
  • Onsite Tech Support: Yes
  • Wi-Fi in meeting space: Yes
  • Equipment Available On-Site:
    • Projector Screen

Venue Policies

  • Alcohol Consumption: Yes
  • Smoking Permitted: no
  • Cannabis Industry-Friendly: No
  • Cannabis Consumption: No
  • ADA Accessible: Yes

Services

One Stop Shop
"One stop" event planning to handle conference services, catering, hotel arrangements and all other details
Event Designer
Event designer for customized and themed events
Business Center
The Business Center, located on the second floor across from Conference Room J, is open to all guests, 7:00 am to 7:00 pm. Hotel guests have 24-hour access with hotel room keycards. For the convenience of business travelers, meeting attendees and exhibitors, WiFi access is free throughout the hotel. In addition, the UGA Hotel provides self-service workstations with computers and printers in the Business Center.
Marketing Services
Marketing, promotion, graphic design and website development services are available.
CEU Reporting
Reporting of Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Fitness Options
Guests of the UGA Hotel have multiple options available for exercise: The hotel's fitness center, located on the second floor, is equipped with treadmills, upright and elliptical bikes, an adjustable bench and workout mats. For a nominal fee, hotel guests can use the facilities of the nearby Ramsey Center, UGA's highly acclaimed student recreational and athletic facility. Larger than Sanford Stadium, the center includes gyms, swimming pools, a one-eighth-mile indoor track, racquetball and squash courts, full-length basketball courts, weight rooms, climbing and bouldering walls, and an indoor challenge course. The UGA Hotel will provide courtesy shuttle service on request. Athens is a walker's paradise. Design your own walking tour of the campus and downtown — gardens, museums, historic attractions, shopping, famous landmarks and more are all within a few miles of the UGA Hotel!

Technology

Free WiFi
Free WiFi access is available throughout the hotel and conference center.
Computer Lab
A computer lab is available at the UGA Hotel and Conference Center.