Where To Stay In Helen, Georgia - Updated 2024

where to stay in helen ga
Sharon A.
Sharon A.  
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The mountain town of Helen in Northeast Georgia is a paradise for nature and outdoor lovers. The entire landscape speaks of nothing but beauty, peace, and tranquility, not to mention the plethora of outdoor adventures ready to appease to silence any agile adventurous spirit. But when visiting, you will need a humble and comfortable abode at night to rest your tired body, and if you want a good experience, then you need to know how to find and how to select only the best accommodation options in the area. Read on to discover our highly recommended places for where to stay in Helen, Georgia.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.

Hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Helen (from USD 180)

Holiday Inn Express & Suites sits conveniently 1.6 miles (2.6 kilometers) away from Ann Ruby Bay and about 0.2 mile (0.3 kilometers) from Chattahoochee River. The hotel features spacious rooms with lavishly furnished beds, flat-screen TV, and private baths. Every booking comes with free WiFi and a complimentary breakfast. There is also a well-equipped fitness center for guests who would love to keep fit during their stays. On nearby attractions, the hotel is about 2.5 miles (4 kilometers) away from Yonah Mountain Vineyards, and only 3.1 miles (5 kilometers) away from Nachoochee Way.

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Helen, an IHG Hotel

Wifi Available

Address: 8100 South Main Street
203 meters (0.2 ft) from Cool River Tubing - Chattahoochee Outpost

Parking Meeting/banquet facilities 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Business centre Laundry Family rooms

2. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Helen, GA (from USD 101)

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson has all the signature features you would expect to find in luxury hotels by the same brand. These include but are not limited to elegantly designed rooms featuring a work station, flat-screen TV, coffee-making facilities, a refrigerator, microwave, and a private bathroom containing a hairdryer. Some of the amenities shared among guests include an indoor swimming pool, a fitness center, a library, a business center, and free Wi-Fi. For guests interested in nearby attractions, the Chattahoochee River is less than a four-minute walk from the hotel, Black Bear Forest Park is 1 mile (1.6 kilometers) away while Alpine Mini-Golf Course is less than a two-minute drive from the hotel.

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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Helen, GA

Address: 877 Edelweiss Strasse
483 meters (0.4 ft) from Cool River Tubing - Chattahoochee Outpost

3. Quality Inn Downtown Helen (from USD 69)

Quality Inn Downtown Helen is simple and charming and comes with all the amenities you will need for a comfortable stay. The guest rooms are spacious with each featuring a seating area, a work station, a flat-screen TV, and a private bath. The rooms are also fitted with coffee-making facilities, refrigerator, microwave, ironing facilities, and whirlpool bathtubs. Some of the shared amenities include a large outdoor swimming pool, WiFi, and a continental complimentary breakfast every morning. Some of the notable nearby attractions include Unicoi State Park, Helen Water Park, Innsbruck Golf Club, and the famous Blue Ridge Mountains.

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Quality Inn Downtown Helen

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 15 Yonah Street
1.31 km (0.9 mi) from Cool River Tubing - Chattahoochee Outpost

Parking Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Garden Non-smoking rooms Business centre Facilities for disabled guests

4. Red Roof Inn Helen (from USD 79)

The hotel is perched on top of a hill with wonderful views of the nearby mountainous landscapes. All the guest rooms in the hotel feature free W-Fi, cable TV with HBO channels, and a private bath. Some of the shared amenities include a large outdoor swimming pool, vending machines, and free and spacious outdoor parking. All guests are entitled to a complimentary breakfast every morning. And for those who would love to explore around, Helen Arts and Heritage Center is 1.6 kilometers (1 mile) away, Nacoochee Indian Mountain Mound is 6.4 kilometers (4 miles) away, while the beautiful Anna Ruby Falls is about 9.7 kilometers (6 miles) away.

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Red Roof Inn Helen

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 8171 South Main Street
350 meters (0.3 ft) from Cool River Tubing - Chattahoochee Outpost

Parking Pets allowed 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Non-smoking rooms Business centre Facilities for disabled guests Free parking Internet services

Vacation rentals

5. Fully furnished, one-bed one-bath apartment in downtown Helen (from USD 47)

This is a spacious one-bed apartment with a private bath and a private living area. The apartment has an economy kitchen with all the essential appliances and utensils you may need to prepare homemade meals. The living room features a simple set up with comfy sofas, air conditioning, and a smart flat-screen TV. In addition to the nice amenities, the location of the apartment not only promises easy access to most of the attractions in the region but also delivery incredible views of the nearby mountainous surrounding.

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Helen, Georgia, United States
526 meters (0.4 ft) from Cool River Tubing - Chattahoochee Outpost
429 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
we appreciated the k-cup coffee machine in the kitchen check-in and check-our were super easy
the "lionheart inn" apartment is very cozy and is a perfect place for a couple to stay on vacation
easy to find and more space than the pictures reveal in the living room and bedroom
Cleanliness:
super clean - like super clean
it was very clean
great stay great clean space
heavenly super clean and comfy
clean little cozy apartment for a great getaway
Host:
the response was quick and the host was friendly
the hosts were very responsive when we contacted them
great available host
ryan is a great host
host and property manager are super responsive during the stay
Location:
location is fantastic
location was fantastic
great space close to downtown
the location is great with easy access to the downtown area
comfortable place to stay within walking distance from the apartment
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6. Rustic, charming lodge (from USD 138)

From the outside, it may look too dilapidated to appeal to your comfort senses, but a step on the inside will reveal to you a whole new world. The setup is simple but enough to give you the comfort you need for your accommodation in the woods. Featured in the home are all the necessary amenities you need to sleep well at night and to enjoy your days, including an outdoor barbecue area. The kitchen is well-equipped and fully stocked to enable you to fix quick meals. And, for guests who would love to explore around, there are lots of opportunities for hiking, zip-lining, tubing, and hunting.

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Helen, Georgia, United States
348 meters (0.3 ft) from Cool River Tubing - Chattahoochee Outpost
257 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire cabin 3 Beds 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
wifi stayed strong for my whole visit
it is quiet comfortable and complete
the hot tub works really well wifi and tv work great
the beds were comfortable the hot tub was great; we loved our stay here
Cleanliness:
very clean and comfortable
everything was clean and functioning
cabin was very clean bed was very comfortable
clean and well kept tadd was great as well
the cabin was extremely clean and comfortable
Host:
owner was easy to contact and polite
it was seamless and our host was great
the cabin was easy to find as the host gave excellent directions
tadd was a great host and very quick to help with anything we needed
tadd was excellent host
Location:
great location and highly recommended
very nice place and location
easy acces to downtown you can even walk from the cabin if you choose too
could walk to town if you wish
nice little place in walking distance from helena
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7. Elegantly furnished one-bed apartment close to town

This is a one-bedroom apartment donned in bright, beautiful colors and elegantly furnished with amenities you will need for a comfortable stay. The kitchen is fully equipped featuring a microwave, refrigerator, coffee-making facilities, a cooktop, and utensils among others. The seating area is spacious and comfortable and there is also a private bath complete with a whirlpool bathtub. For outdoor relaxation, there is a patio complete with patio furniture as well as a grill for those who would love to have a barbecue. With its location, you can access both the town center and most of the nearby attractions on foot.

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Helen, Georgia, United States
651 meters (0.5 ft) from Cool River Tubing - Chattahoochee Outpost
156 reviews  
Entire apartment 4 Beds 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
wifi was pretty slow
the apartment has good wifi and netflix
comfortable and stylish furnishings close access to water and town
basement apartment with small kitchenette that has pretty outdated appliances
the living room is nice and big
Cleanliness:
very clean and accessible as well
was clean cute and cozy
house needs a deep clean
the house is clean and tastefully decorated
very clean very quick to respond to any little thing
Host:
dee dee is a wonderful host
she was helpful and responded quickly to our questions
fantastic host and amazing house
great place with great host
she was immediately responsive (great host) and contacted them to quiet down
Location:
cute place and great location
walking distance to major attractions
location was great cute quiet little house
everything was great located in walking distance of shops and restaurants
small cute close-ish place to downtown helen
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8. Sparkling clean two-bed rental (from USD 170)

This is a sparkling clean two-bed cabin rental neatly tucked in the woods. It is a complete nature retreat with everything designed to make you forget about the hassle of towns, while still giving you access to amenities of luxury and comfort. With a total of four beds, the house can comfortably take care of the accommodation needs of up to six guests. With a hot tub and an outdoor grill on site, and also easy access to many outdoor opportunities such as horseback riding, zip-lining, tubing, hiking, and fishing, there than just a comfortable place to sleep at night that this house offers.

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Helen, Georgia, United States
595 meters (0.4 ft) from Cool River Tubing - Chattahoochee Outpost
202 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire cabin 3 Beds 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the porch is comfortable with adirondack chairs rocking chairs grill jacuzzi and a picnic area
lol it was so comfortable
there is plenty of room there to have 6 people sleep and get around comfortably and easily
i'm so glad we didn't get a hotel room as they tend to be very cramped
Cleanliness:
it was clean and comfortable
the cabin is clean and well stocked
it was clean and user friendly
it was very clean cozy and perfect for our trip
very clean and great hot tub only one bathroom but very scenic
Host:
the host is great
she was very thorough and helpful with the directions and quickly answering any questions that i had
bonnie was a great host and quick to respond to questions
the host was very helpful in everything i needed
bonnie's hospitality was right on very helpful and thorough host
Location:
a cute little cabin in a great location
amazing location and cute cabin
the location is perfect being walking distance to town but still away in the woods
the location was perfect
great location and convenient to everything
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9. Classic and convenient condo (from USD 125)

This is a studio condo that guarantees a mountain experience without losing the touch of town conveniences. The bedroom features a comfortable king bed and a private bath as well as a hot tub. There is a kitchenette with all the necessary utensils and appliances. And, there is a screened front porch with a table and chairs for your outdoor relaxation. The location of the studio condo is in proximity to some of the region’s notable attractions and outdoor experiences, including golf courses, wineries, horseback riding, tubing, swimming, and kayaking among others.

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Helen, Georgia, United States
1.39 km (0.9 mi) from Cool River Tubing - Chattahoochee Outpost
216 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
we especially enjoyed cimmi’s for breakfast the gas fireplace and i enjoyed using the jacuzzi tub
Cleanliness:
very clean and cozy
the condo is clean and well maintained
the condo is clean and neat
it’s clean and private
very clean very convenient all wonderful
Host:
that is the sign of a great host
based on what they said and showed me in photographs the room was even more beautiful and accommodating
the host readily answered any questions of mine within minutes top notch thank you
and helpful tips to places around the area
tracey was helpful with any need we had and quick to respond
Location:
easy walking distance to town
the location was great you were literally in the middle of everything
tracey’s place is ideally located in helen
great place and in walking distance to everything
this condo is very nice and in a great location
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10. Romantic one-bedroom loft near the town

The one-bedroom loft is a romantic space that can act as a good getaway for a honeymoon or just a simple weekend escape. It is essentially a loft-style cabin fitted with a comfortable king bed, a stone fireplace, a comfortable seating area, and a screened porch with a hot tub. The cabin’s location offers great access to most of the nearby attractions, including downtown Helen, zip-lining adventures, horseback riding, tubing, and other adventures along the Chattahoochee River.

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Helen, Georgia, United States
2.47 km (1.6 mi) from Cool River Tubing - Chattahoochee Outpost
226 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire cabin 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the one ac unit kept the cabin comfortable even though it was in the nineties during our stay
wifi worked perfectly enough for us to stream netflix on our computer
and the king bed was super comfy
the bed was very comfortable and we appreciated the fenced yard for ace to run around in
the living space is great and the bed is super comfortable (king size)
Cleanliness:
nice quiet extra clean place
the property was clean and well stocked
patty's place was very charming and clean
clean bed was comfortable and hot tub was great
place was clean amd everything was perfect
Host:
patty was a wonderful host and very responsive
patty is a great host and quick to respond to questions
the host was perfect and even let us know the cabin was ready before check-in
patty is a super host
if you have any issues she is prompt professional and friendly
Location:
excellent cabin location was amazing
location is great only about a 3 minute drive to helen city limits
the location was ideal for going on a good hike
the location is fantastic and just a mile away from the downtown helen area
the location was perfect in proximity to both town and hiking trails
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Have a comfortable stay in Helen

Visiting Helen will imply a lot of adventure which will leave you tired and drained at night. You will need a comfortable and decent place to lay your head for the night’s rest. Read our recommendations for where to stay in Helen, Georgia, so that you have some decent options at your disposal.

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Sharon, also known as Shaz, resides in the vibrant City in the Sun. Her passion is to travel, immerse herself in diverse cultures, savor their cuisines, dance with the locals, and share her...Read more

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