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Unicoi State Park & Lodge

3.0 star property
Helen beachfront lodge with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Unicoi State Park & Lodge, situated by the lake, offers a warm welcome with its southern cuisine restaurant and bar. Enjoy on-site activities like ziplining, archery, or kayaking; take advantage of laundry facilities and free self parking. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Convenience store
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Picnic area

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $90
$127 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1788 Highway 356, Helen, GA, 30545

What's nearby

  • Unicoi State Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Innsbruck Resort & Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Charlemagne's Kingdom - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Helen Festhalle - 6 min drive - 6.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Bigg Daddys Restaurant & Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Helen Festhalle - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Troll Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Campfire Gather Round - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cowboys & Angels - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Unicoi State Park & Lodge

When visiting Helen, Unicoi State Park & Lodge is a great choice to consider. For a bite to eat, guests can check out The Unicoi Restaurant, which serves southern cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 129 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Paddleboard on site

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Archery
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Ziplining
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Pool table
  • Fishing
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Wedding services
  • Paddleboard on site

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Picnic area
  • Banquet hall
  • Firepit

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

The Unicoi Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in southern cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 18.19 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Beach access
    • Business center/computer access
    • Housekeeping
    • In-room bottled water
    • In-room coffee
    • Phone calls (may be limited)
    • Shuttle service
    • WiFi access (may be limited)

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 13.95 to 16.95 per person

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Unicoi
Unicoi & Lodge
Unicoi Lodge
Unicoi State Park
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Unicoi State Park Hotel Helen
Unicoi State Park Lodge And Conference Center Helen
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Frequently asked questions

Does Unicoi State Park & Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Unicoi State Park & Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Unicoi State Park & Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Unicoi State Park & Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Unicoi State Park & Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Unicoi State Park & Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, archery, and fishing. Unicoi State Park & Lodge also has a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Unicoi State Park & Lodge?

Yes, The Unicoi Restaurant offers southern cuisine.

What's the area around Unicoi State Park & Lodge like?

Unicoi State Park & Lodge is located by the river, a short 1-minute walk from Chattahoochee National Forest. Travelers give top marks for the lodge's prime location.

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Unicoi State Park & Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, good, and excellent with a wide variety of options. (10 reviews)
  • The free shuttle service was a convenient and appreciated amenity. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean room, very quiet facility. The breakfast buffet was outstanding
Janelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love the rooms! Clean, lots of open areas to play games or sit and talk. The view from our room was excellent! Easy check in too
Valerie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice room, friendly staff! Will definitely stay here again.
Anthony, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

THE ROOM WAS VERY CLEAN AND WELL KEPT. STAFF WAS KIND AND FRIENDLY. MY WIFE AND I ARE BOTH IN OUR MID 80'S AND WE WERE A LITTLE SPOILED. THANKS GUYS YOU WERE GREAT.
Bob and Elizabeth, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The accommodations were great and the entire staff was excellent - courteous, anticipatory, and always willing to offer advice or help. Thank you. Coming to Unicoi State Park and Lodging has always been my pleasure. I’ll see you again!
The view from my room! Lovely!
Patricia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room!
Marguerita, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really enjoyed our stay here!!
Scott, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay
Jessica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Weekend get away

Lovely property, comfortable, and great staff! Lovely weekend get away!!
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pretty place!
Sandra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff
maribel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our stay very clean
Ashley, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Favorite place to stay around Helen, GA!
Stacey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast options and a delicious restaurant experience for dinner. All staff was extremely helpful and friendly, and the Wi-fi was free!
Luis, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Great location and staff service.
Hiram, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous property. Friendly staff
Beth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The best place!!!!
Karen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was just what we were looking for on our impromptu trip for the weekend.
Amanda, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lodging was peaceful and quiet in the mountains. The only thing they didn’t have was an elevator for the second floor.
Pam, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Close and easy to get to Helen. Options of food to eat on property as well as hiking trails. Beautiful views of the mountains.
Lori, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place for both views and quiet evenings.
Dorene, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location and the views were amazing!
Miranda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The rooms are very nice and the facility was aesthetically pleasing. Very convenient to Helen Georgia downtown.
Crystal, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A little difficult to get to room on 2nd floor in buildings with no elevator. There are some ramps.
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay! Beautiful property, GREAT beds, awesome views and an amazing staff! We met some great people while enjoying the fire pit. Manager at Smith tavern was phenomenal. Recommend and we look forward to our next visit!
Tashma, 1-night trip