Helen, GA

Travel Guide
Helen
The Bavarian-style pitched-roof houses, cuckoo clocks and Oktoberfest might sound like the Alps, but this riverside village is actually in the Appalachians.

Discover a little slice of Alpine Bavaria in Helen, a cozy town on the banks of the Chattahoochee River. Stroll down streets lined with half-timbered houses and traditional pubs in this enchanting getaway, where the South meets Southern Germany. Nestled in the valley of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Helen features a remarkable backdrop of wooded hills and nature reserves. Explore forest trails, pristine waterways and vine-laced hillsides in this picturesque corner of northern Georgia.

Get acquainted with Helen’s Alpine character when you stroll through the re-created Bavarian Village. Learn about the village’s history, which includes Cherokee Indian heritage, gold-mining settlers and a local logging industry. Find over 200 specialty and import stores showcasing a range of souvenirs, gifts and handicrafts. Purchase candles, blown glassware, cuckoo clocks or hand-woven quilts. Have a delicious meal at one of the restaurants and pubs, which serve traditional German and Southern American fare. If you’re visiting in September or October, experience Helen’s Oktoberfest celebrations and sample tasty imported beers. For local flavors, check out Habersham Winery or the Nora Mill Granary.

Visit Unicoi State Park & Lodge and experience Helen’s beautiful backyard. The park has an exciting network of hiking and biking trails, as well as the magnificent Unicoi Lake, ideal for summertime swimming, boating and kayaking. Go fishing from the wheelchair-accessible docks or cast a line in the trout streams. Select from plenty of picturesque spots to spread out a picnic and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. If you’re feeling energetic, hike through the woods in the Chattahoochee National Forest and reach the tumbling Anna Ruby Falls.

Helen is located in northeastern Georgia. It is 86 miles (139 kilometers) from Atlanta's international airport. Stay in a quaint German-style resort or Alpine chalet or book a room in a motel. The town is busiest in the fall, when the leaves of the Chattahoochee Forest are turning and Oktoberfest is in full swing.

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Helen, GA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Helen, GA
2.5 out of 5
877 Edelweiss Strasse, Helen, GA
The price is NT$3,332 per night from Apr 29 to Apr 30
NT$3,332
per night
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Helen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice experience and for sure if we are returning to Helen, Country Inn will be the place to stay!"

Reviewed on 2024/3/25

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Helen, GA
Alpine Valley Inn
Alpine Valley Inn
2 out of 5
749 Brucken Strasse, Helen, GA
Stay at this hotel in Helen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7.4/10 Good! (295 reviews)
Great stay in downtown Helen
"Great little spot right in the downtown area of Helen. For the price and the service, you can't beat this place. Although it's an older building, our room was clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 2024/3/22

Alpine Valley Inn
Hampton Inn Helen
Hampton Inn Helen
2.5 out of 5
147 Unicoi Street, Helen, GA
The price is NT$3,856 per night from Apr 29 to Apr 30
NT$3,856
per night
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Helen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Beautiful and very clean. Staff was great"

Reviewed on 2024/3/25

Hampton Inn Helen
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Hilton Suites Atlanta Perimeter
Hilton Suites Atlanta Perimeter
3.5 out of 5
6120 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ne, Atlanta, GA
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,496 reviews)
"clean, professional"

Reviewed on 2024/3/28

Hilton Suites Atlanta Perimeter
Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
4 out of 5
265 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5,226 reviews)
"The property is breathtaking. The workers at the front desk were very helpful."

Reviewed on 2024/3/27

Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
The Georgian Terrace Hotel
The Georgian Terrace Hotel
4 out of 5
659 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, a free area shuttle, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,243 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Prompt and friendly people"

Reviewed on 2024/3/27

The Georgian Terrace Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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