However, hotels in Georgia have the freedom to change their specific hotel’s minimum check-in age to 21 if they want to. Due to this, you should always check the check-in age on the hotel’s website or call and ask before booking.

Alternatives to Hotels for 18-Year-Olds

If you’d rather stay away from hotels altogether, these options are also available.

Airbnb

Airbnb allows people to rent their homes or apartments to you while you travel. Within their terms of service, you’ll find that you need to be at least 18 years old to post a home and to stay in one. You can find great prices and beautiful places on this site.

Academic Housing

Universities and colleges sometimes offer dorm room rentals when there aren’t any classes in session. Since college students are typically 18 and older, you’ll qualify to rent. You’re more likely to find dorm rentals in the summer when the school year is over.

Campgrounds

Campgrounds will rent out campsites to 18-year-olds. You’ll just need to bring some tents, sleeping bags, pillows, and food if you don’t want to go to restaurants. Campgrounds typically have bathrooms equipped with showers as well.

FAQs

Here are some frequently asked questions you might have when it comes to traveling to hotels as an 18-year-old.

Will I need I.D. to check in as an 18 year old?

Hotels typically ask for the I.D. of the person who rented the room to ensure the name, address, and picture match the reservation. Allowing hotels to look at your I.D. helps to prevent identity theft and verify that you are the minimum check-in age.

Will I need a credit card to check in as an 18-year-old?

More often than not, you will need a credit card to check-in. Hotels typically hold your card number in case you charge something to the room like room service, or damage something within the room. However, they may allow you to use a debit card instead of a credit card.

You can get a credit card at 18 without a cosigner if you are financially stable. If you are 21 and older, you don’t need a cosigner.

Is it legal for an 18-year-old to check into a hotel in Georgia?

Yes, it is legal. However, hotels have their own minimum age requirements, so they may not allow you to check in if you are not 21 and older.

Why do some hotels in Georgia have an age requirement of 21?

Some hotels require you to be 21 to check in because this protects the hotel from underage drinking issues, and hotels trust that you are more responsible in general.