A Campus-Side Base in Macon

News illustration: Hilton Garden Inn Macon / Mercer University: Campus Location

Hilton Garden Inn Macon / Mercer University stands out for its Mercer University campus location, with the property positioned directly off Interstate 75. The address is 1220 Stadium Drive, Macon, GA 31204, placing this Hilton Garden Inn within easy reach of both campus and central Macon. One source places it one mile from Historic Downtown Macon, while another describes it as two miles from downtown.

Around the Property

The mapped surroundings include Amici Cafe at about 198 meters, followed by Margaritas at about 800 meters, Fountain of Juice at about 815 meters, Jittery Joe's Coffee at about 850 meters, and JAG’s Pizzeria and Pub at about 856 meters. Francar's Buffalo Wings is mapped at about 898 meters, Saleems Fish Supreme at about 901 meters, and The Bears Den at about 1,387 meters. These are mapping distances rather than walking times.

More broadly, listed nearby destinations include Mercer Village, The Tic-Toc Room, The Grand Opera House, The Cox Capital Theatre, the Douglass Theatre, Wesleyan College, the Macon Mall, Riverside Crossing Shopping Center, and Historic Downtown Macon.

Guest Rooms and Gatherings

Spacious guest rooms are highlighted for visits to the area, conferences, and sporting events. For gatherings, the property is described as having stylish space and resources available, while its published venue details list 1,486 square feet of total meeting space.

Breakfast, Dinner and Drinks

The Garden Grille & Bar serves freshly prepared breakfasts, dinners, and beverages daily at this Macon hotel. Another property description also mentions cooked-to-order breakfast, with dinner or room service offered daily.

Pool and Fitness

The outdoor pool provides a place to unwind, while the fitness center features a Peloton® Bike with toe cages. These facilities add a practical leisure dimension to the campus-side setting.

A Macon Base with More to Explore

The wider downtown area is known for the Macon Centreplex, which includes the Macon City Auditorium, Macon Coliseum, and Convention Center. Other named attractions include the International Cherry Blossom Festival, GA Sports Hall of Fame, GA Music Hall of Fame, Hay House, Tubman Museum of African American History, Grand Opera House, Douglass Theatre, and Cox Capital Theatre.

Practical Considerations

The hotel was built in 2007 and renovated in 2007 according to its published venue details; another source describes the property as recently renovated. Dining hours and other operational details may change, so guests should confirm current arrangements directly.

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