Unicoi State Park & Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Helen. 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.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
129 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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.
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.
Unicoi State Park & Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Dec 15, 2024
Karen
Karen, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2024
Beautiful place
They were short on staff unfortunately due to the Labor Day holiday, but they tried hard. Beautiful place and great value.
Johnnie
Johnnie, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Dec 13, 2024
Deepak
Deepak, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2024
Great Getaway
The place was very well kept. Clean. Friendly staff. Would recommend.
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 9, 2024
Kimberly
Kimberly, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2024
Merry Christmas!!
The lodge was a lovely place to stay, especially with its Christmas decor. The only negative was having to lug our luggage up a stairway. The beds were super comfortable! The location was just right for visiting Helen GA!
Clarkie
Clarkie, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 7, 2024
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2024
Randall
Randall, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2024
Denice
Denice, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 28, 2024
Madelyn
Madelyn, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2024
Octoberfest
I refuse to rate poorly but feel being honest in written review is important. Traffic was horrible on the way up and we were not going to arrive till after 10pm. While driving we called and on hold waiting for attendant making about 10 calls and 45 min before finally reaching someone. Then we asked about a fire and was informed the fire pit is a community fire pit and we pay for the wood and others can pitch in. We asked about s'mores and were informed the kit was $50.
This is not my first time here. Grounds are great and we enjoyed the location
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 19, 2024
Antonio
Antonio, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2024
john
john, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 6, 2024
The shuttle to Helen was very convenient and our driver was super friendly. We so appreciated not having to fight the traffic during Oktoberfest weekend.
Heather
Heather, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2024
Vicki
Vicki, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Sep 30, 2024
Billie
Billie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2024
Excellent
Austin
Austin, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2024
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 9, 2024
Only thing I would change would be put laundry facilities at the Lodge itself.
William
William, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2024
Such a beautiful place to stay! Loved the room. Very nice bathroom in room! Will definitely be one of my favorite places to stay! Beautiful Area!!
Stacey
Stacey, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2024
Quiet
Hoa
Hoa, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2024
Robin
Robin, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
Ron
Ron, 2-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
Love it
jose
jose, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Sep 3, 2024
When we got to our room one of the beds had a soiled stain and the phone in the room didn’t work. I used my cell phone to call the front desk. I held for 30 minutes before anyone picked up. They sent housekeeping and changed the sheets and we noticed the floor was wet from the AC unit. They sent maintenance and she told us that we may swap rooms because the room below us had a leak from the ceiling. We packed up and when maintenance arrived, they used a wet vac to get the water up and said it was leaking through the window and we should be fine. I finally went to bed after midnight. She also said they were extremely short staffed and only had 5 workers when they had 20 before. I asked to be compensated for some of the stay and they said I would have to deal with Expedia. They wouldn’t be able to help with that. It was not a pleasant experience. We were tired and needed to rest before our next early day of activities.