Nestled in the mountains, Holiday Inn Express Helen, an IHG Hotel offers a cozy retreat with continental breakfast and golfing on site. Explore the vineyard, sip wine at the tasting room or unwind by the firepit; enjoy high-speed WiFi and helpful staff who have impressed previous guests.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Gym
Pool
Non-smoking
Laundry facilities
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Indoor pool
24-hour fitness center
Coffee shop/cafe
24-hour business center
Conference center
Business center
3 meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Front-desk safe
ATM/banking services
Self-serve laundry
Feel at home (6)
Microwave
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Coffee/tea maker
Elevator
$148 nightly
The total price is $175
$175 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Highlights
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
291 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
291 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
291 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Suite, 2 Queen Beds
Highlights
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
City view
398 sq ft
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
291 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Walk in Shower)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
291 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Helen Festhalle - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Charlemagne's Kingdom - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 94 min drive
Atlanta, GA (FTY-Fulton County) - 107 min drive
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) - 118 min drive
Restaurants
Bigg Daddys Restaurant & Tavern - 5 min walk
Cowboys & Angels - 11 min walk
Troll Tavern - 9 min walk
Spice 55 Thai and Sushi restaurant - 5 min walk
La Cabana Mexican Restaurant - 2 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG puts you just a 5-minute drive from Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park and Unicoi State Park. Guests can splash around at the indoor pool or grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. A 24-hour fitness center and a fitness center are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and walkable location.
Languages
English
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
86 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
DONE
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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 21
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
Coffee shop
What to do
Golfing
Private winery tours
Working away
24-hour business center
3 meeting rooms
Conference center (3325 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
24-hour fitness center
An indoor pool
Vineyard
Wine tasting room
Banquet hall
Firepit
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Closed captioned TV
Grab bar in shower
Well-lit path to entrance
Pool hoist on site
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Pay movies
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11 PM
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG 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.
Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG?
Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 11 PM.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG and nearby?
Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG has an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG is a short 10-minute walk from Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park and 16 minutes' walk from Unicoi State Park. The local area is walkable and popular with nature enthusiasts.
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Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as hot, fresh, good, delicious, and great. (20 reviews)
The property is close to good restaurants and has easy access to dining options. (5 reviews)
Ample parking was available with no additional charge, and the property's park area was a nice feature. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2025
comfortable stay
Came here for hiking the local state parks and I definitely enjoyed my stay for the week and will be back. The room was very comfortable and quiet, spacious and comfortable.
john
john, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2025
It was clean, safe and staff were very friendly!
Bryan
Bryan, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 5, 2025
Our room was nice and clean, staff was very nice.
Hot coffee available any time of day at no extra cost
Would stay again.
Jenni
Jenni, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 9, 2025
Lovely facility.
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2024
Everything was super clean and an all around great stay
Joel
Joel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2024
Close to town center, great restaurants next door. Hotel was clean, had a great lobby and staff was friendly and helpful.
Monet
Monet, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2025
The hotel was very clean staff was friendly and it was walking distance to every thing. Our room was nice and clean loved having a jacuzzi in the room. The mattress was just too hard but otherwise would come back to stay here again. The breakfast was delicious.
Julissa
Julissa, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 9, 2025
Very clean!
Charles
Charles, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2024
Clean rooms and friendly staff
Brandon
Brandon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2025
Beautiful hotel right near the town
Very nice hotel in excellent placement to downtown Helen. The property is in great condition, the breakfast is hot and offers eggs, bacon, biscuits, waffles, fruit, cereal, and muffins. Hot coffee and various juices. The city park is directly behind the hotel on the river. Beautiful area
Greg
Greg, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 21, 2025
Great choice
Ronald
Ronald, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
Location was great The room was clean and the breakfast was great
tracy
tracy, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 2, 2025
The property was decent and it was close proximity to the downtown area. It’s definitely worth the stay for the money.
Liliana
Liliana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2024
We had a quick check in, great room and comfortable bed. The hotel was clean and the staff is great.
Edward
Edward, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2024
Nice staff, comfortable beds, nice air conditioning, good breakfast.
Kenneth
Kenneth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2025
It was perfect
Liney
Liney, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2024
Great hotel. Easy walk to all the fun Helen has to offer.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 9, 2024
This is the 3rd time staying there.. would visit again
Gulraj
Gulraj, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 4, 2025
One thing that was not pleasant was being able to hear people walking around in the hallway early in the morning. Walls were thin
Pamela
Pamela, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 24, 2024
Highly recommend
The room was very nice. Everything from the front desk, to breakfast, to the room was great. Nothing negative at all.
Tom
Tom, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 13, 2024
Staff very friendly and rooms were clean and ready on time.
Dennis
Dennis, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2023
Great stay in a great location!
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2024
Great area and location, we were able to see the 4th Fireworks Show from our balcony, amazing show.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 30, 2025
Is ok for the its class. You can hear people walking when on a lower floor. Not sound proofed rooms.
Ramon
Ramon, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2024
Great location! Very nice staff and thebeeakfast buffet was very good!