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Hampton Inn Helen

2.5 star property

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A living room with a stone fireplace, patterned furniture, a wooden coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A large, historic building with a prominent tower, multiple balconies, and a well-lit entrance.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, a window with a view, and a nightstand with a lamp.
Snack bar
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is $128
$106 nightly
$128 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11

Explore the area

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147 Unicoi Street, Helen, GA, 30545
  • Place, Unicoi Hill Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Helen Arts & Heritage Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Helen Festhalle
    ‪9 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, nightstand, desk, TV, and window with blinds.

1king Study Sofabed Nosmok

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Oversized King Room with Whirlpool and Fireplace

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and a television.

Oversized King Room with Whirlpool and Fireplace

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • River view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.

King Study

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for King Study Riverview

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a window with curtains.

King Study Riverview

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • River view
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Two Queen Studio Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a couch.

Two Queen Studio Room

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, TV, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for King Study Riverview

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of greenery.

King Study Riverview

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free), WiFi (free)

King two room Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • River view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Two Queen Standard Room

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

Two Queen Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Two Queen Standard Room Riverview

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

Two Queen Standard Room Riverview

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(55 reviews)
  • River view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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The price is $137
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Helen

When you stay at Hampton Inn Helen in Helen, you'll be in a shopping district, just steps from Chattahoochee River and 8 minutes by foot from Unicoi State Park. .This hotel is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park and 1 mi (1.7 km) from Chattahoochee National Forest.

What's nearby

  • Unicoi Hill Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Unicoi State Park - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Helen Festhalle - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Campfire Gather Round - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Hofbrauhaus Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bigg Daddys Restaurant & Tavern - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪La Cabaña Mexican Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Hampton Inn Helen

Hampton Inn Helen offers 67 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary weekday newspapers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.

This Helen hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 67 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms have deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a fireplace in the lobby.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1999
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
16 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hampton Inn Helen
Hampton Inn Hotel Helen
Hampton Inn Helen Hotel Helen
Hampton Inn Helen Hotel
Helen Hampton Inn
Hampton Inn Helen River Hotel
Hampton Inn Helen River
Hampton Inn Helen Hotel
Hampton Inn Helen Helen
Hampton Inn Helen Hotel Helen
Hampton Inn Helen on the River

Hampton Inn Helen Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 629 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 221 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fast check-in, clean, quiet and a great area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Goele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, hotel is nicely located within walking distance of the attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay in Helen! Walking distance to food and shops. Clean rooms and breakfast was great! Would definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel right on the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and staff was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leilani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great...free cookies, coffee and breakfast super yummy. Great location & huge rooms!! This was my second time here and will return again soon!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfast. Very accommodating with letting us keep our small camper parked there while we went sight seeing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful and friendly! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was so nice and every staff member we interacted with was very helpful, friendly, and kind. The room was so clean, the bed was very comfortable. We will go back again!
It’s so cute! And there’s a beautiful park in the back along the river.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kendall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pet friendly hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room with great breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect. Staff very helpful and friendly. Room was super clean and plenty of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great room and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean and well appointed room, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff with great recommendations. The property feels a bit dated but overall it's kept very nicely and is comfortable and relaxing. Walking distance to all the fun shops and restaurants but far enough away that you can enjoy the peace and quiet. The river area is gorgeous too!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful! Breakfast staff was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

RICKEY AND PAT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good except the breakfast was not the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet in the off season but staff was friendly and helpful. Property was in reasonably god condition and very convenient to walking in the town.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome hotel - loved it - really great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great staff and great location! Bathroom was dusty and shower was not cleaned well but that’s not enough for us to not return!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

daylin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms were clean and the staff was very nice. The hotel is within walking distance of plenty of restaurants and shops. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great breakfast, wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A little dated but clean and great location to walk to city.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025