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Unicoi State Park & Lodge

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A mountainous landscape with a lake and a building surrounded by dense forest. - Unicoi State Park & Lodge (Helen)
An aerial view of a campus with multiple buildings, a lake, and surrounding forested hills. - Unicoi State Park & Lodge (Helen)
A spacious hall with wooden floors, large windows, and exposed beams. - Unicoi State Park & Lodge (Helen)
A wooden deck extending over a river, surrounded by dense forest and hills. - Unicoi State Park & Lodge (Helen)
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Consider a stay at Unicoi State Park & Lodge and take advantage of a grocery/convenience store, a firepit, and a playground. Adventurous travelers may like the archery, fishing, and hiking/biking at this lodge. The on-site southern cuisine restaurant, The Unicoi Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy onsite activities like kayaking and ziplining. Guests can also expect to find a bar and a business center.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a flat-screen TV, and a view of a forested landscape through a large window.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(65 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Helen, Unicoi State Park & Lodge is near theme parks and on a river. Alpine Mini Golf and Sautee Nacoochee Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Chattahoochee National Forest and Unicoi State Park. Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park and Helen Arts & Heritage Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking. Visit our Helen travel guide
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Map
1788 Highway 356, Helen, GA, 30545

What's nearby

  • A forest stream with rocks and trees.
    Unicoi State Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A building with a sign for Oktoberfest events and a mural on the side.
    Helen Festhalle
    6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • A wooden building with a red roof and green shutters, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.
    Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau
    7 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • A waterfall cascading over rocks in a forested area.
    Raven Cliffs Falls
    13 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park
    8 min drive - 4.6 miles

Restaurants

  • Campfire Gather Round
    6 min drive
  • Hofbrauhaus Restaurant
    4 min drive
  • Bigg Daddys Restaurant & Tavern
    6 min drive
  • La Cabaña Mexican Restaurant
    6 min drive
  • Hansel & Gretel Candy Kitchen
    5 min drive

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 10 per stay)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15.95 to 16.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Unicoi Restaurant

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Paddleboard
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • In a state park
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

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  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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

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 not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 20.52 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Business center/computer access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Phone calls
  • Shuttle service
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15.95 to 16.95 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 10 per stay

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 fire extinguisher

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Unicoi State Park & Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 10 per stay.

What time is check-in at Unicoi State Park & Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unicoi State Park & Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Unicoi State Park & Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this lodge is steps from Chattahoochee National Forest and Unicoi State Park. Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park and Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Unicoi State Park & Lodge Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 548 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1007 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Imogene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful scenery Staff very helpful Wish we could have stayed longer
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was great, fast and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Misti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
True lodge! Great gathering spaces inside and out. Beautiful setting!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Oleksandr

Disliked: Amenities
A lot of cockroaches in the room and outside. Big window at the ceiling that doesn't have blinds, no chance to wake up later in the morning. Room was clean. Rooms and building smells old. You have to pay for everything extra. Location is good though!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained property, great amenities and courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had never heard of this state park and were very impressed with the lodge and the amenities. We were only there for one night but will be back so we can explore the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kimberly C

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We came to the Helen area for an event that kept us away from the property most of our time. We found the location to be the BEST feature for our stay. Close to Helen but away from the hustle and bustle of the "tourist attractions". We enjoyed the morning view of Yonah Mt. and the lush tree landscape, peaceful and quiet. The property is fairly well maintained and our room was a 4 out of 5 on cleanliness. A few swipes with a bug brush along the tongue and groove ceiling to remove old spider webs and we'd give it a 5 star on cleanliness. Bed linens needed a refresh as well as the bed pillows.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect and staff were super friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good staff, good room, good accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pankaj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay in the state park. Very short drive to Helen.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean. Friendly staff and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and staff very friendly! Enjoyed the stay and would recommend to others!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice room, friendly staff! Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Lane

The rooms were quiet and the beds reasonably comfortable. However, the rooms are old. There were spider webs in our room and unfortunately, we saw a large roach during our last night. Also, this place is not handicap accessible, and the young man who checked us out seemed like it was a burden to leave the office. In retrospect, I would have payed a little more and stayed elsewhere.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our family stayed for one night first time in Helen Georgia, we will be back for a longer stay. Between the clean rooms and attractions we love our stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tetyana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioning was effective Mountain View was stunning Staff really professional
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff was courteous. We love staying here, the views are wonderful and just quick trip down to Helen.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

The room was very clean and the views spectacular
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

paola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful surroundings
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paryull

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the stay overlooking a forest. It was very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean. Location was excellent and only minutes from downtown Helen. The surrounding property was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean room, very quiet facility. The breakfast buffet was outstanding
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great buffet breakfast! Quiet and beautiful surroundings
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daravanh

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025