Athens, GeorgiaBoulevard
Rivet House by Old Edwards
Restored denim mill
Restored denim mill
The turn-of-the-century denim plant is now a lively hotel where Athens locals gather over morning coffee and wood-fired Italian fare.
What it’s good at
Notable
Preserved heart pine columns and brickwork framed by hand-laid marble and travertine.
Notable
A turn-of-the-century textile mill retaining original freight elevator doors and heavy timber.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
A century-old denim mill that spent thirty years as a graffiti-covered shell is now the most interesting place to sleep in Athens, Georgia.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The historic Southern Mill complex surrounds the hotel, with downtown Athens and the university campus five minutes away.
The rooms
Full-height windows wash the bedrooms in daylight, highlighting botanical colors and crisp Kassatex linens.
The spa
The spa has nine rooms for Sothys Paris facials and bodywork. Guests drink house teas in the dark relaxation lounge.
At the table
Osteria Olio serves scratch-made pasta along curved velvet banquettes, and the dining room opens onto a garden fire pit.
How it began
The mill produced denim overalls for nearly a century, then spent thirty years as an abandoned shell until local residents revived it.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.