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Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park

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Exterior
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Property amenity
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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
  • 27 sq m
  • 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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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Mobility)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (Communications)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room - Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
8100 South Main Street, Helen, GA, 30545

What's nearby

  • Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Helen Festhalle - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Charlemagne's Kingdom - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 94 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

Hotel near Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park
Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG and take advantage of free continental breakfast, golfing on site, and a firepit. Sip on a glass of local wine at this hotel, which boasts a tasting room, winery tours, and a vineyard. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A banquet hall, a front-desk safe, and 3 meeting rooms
  • An elevator, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 86 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Hair dryers and shampoo
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Golf
  • Indoor pool
  • Private wine tours
  • Vineyard
  • Wine tasting room
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (3,325 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Vineyard

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11 PM
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Express Helen By Ihg Helen
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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–11 PM.

Is Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Chattahoochee River and Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park. Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau and Alpine Mini Golf are also within 10 minutes.

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Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 535 out of 720 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 720 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 720 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 720 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 720 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Clean rooms, friendly staff and great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

The location is great being close to everything in Helen.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Beautiful hotel, beautiful scenery, excellent staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Staff was very helpful on finding a gluten free restaurant for me.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

The hotel was very clean and provided everything we needed. It was close to downtown and restaurants and had a great breakfast bar.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

It was very nice property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Very nice hotel, and probably the best breakfast bar I've ever had.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Property was conveniently located to all the shops and restaurants. A 10 minute walk at most.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Overall a fantastic place!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

It was clean, safe and staff were very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Relaxing. Upgraded our room on arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Our room was nice and clean, staff was very nice. Hot coffee available any time of day at no extra cost Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Excellent place. Newer hotel. Fresh baked cookies available all day. Great breakfast. refrigerator llocated in room larger than most at other hotels. Park and river located on back side of hotel with places to sit and enjoy your family.highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Lovely facility.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10

The maid service did not clean the toilet and tub when they serviced the room. Toilet still soil with fecal matter and hair left in the tub(316) We only had the room serviced once at our request.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Everything was super clean and an all around great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Close to town center, great restaurants next door. Hotel was clean, had a great lobby and staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Nothing necessarily unique or outstanding, but everything we expected. Pleasant and mostly quiet. Beautiful area (Helen, GA).
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Clean rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Great choice
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025