Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay

2.0 star property
Motel in Ellijay with free parking

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Exterior
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels
Exterior
Restaurant
Exterior

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb

Explore the area

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79 Maddox Circle, Ellijay, GA, 30540
  • Place, Cartecay River
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Ellijay Marketplace
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Gilmer County Fairgrounds
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Ellijay

Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay puts you in the heart of Ellijay, within a 20-minute stroll of Cartecay River and Chattahoochee National Forest. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this Ellijay motel include Pig Hill of Fame and within 30 minutes you'll find Ellijay Marketplace.

What's nearby

  • Pig Hill of Fame - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cartecay River - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Piedmont Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Ellijay Marketplace - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Gilmer County Fairgrounds - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chili Dog - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cartecay River Brewing Co. - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay

Motel in Ellijay with free parking
WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business centre on site. Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay also features an outdoor pool and a garden. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Ellijay motel.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1994
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay offers 60 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Cable televisions are provided. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Ellijay motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1994
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 June and close on 31 August.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay?

Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay?

As of 3 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay on 4 Feb 2026 start from AU$119.77, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay?

Yep, Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay has a free self car park.

Does Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay have a pool?

Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from June 01 to August 31).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay?

No, Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay?

No, pets are not allowed.

Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 538 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 167 out of 538 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 538 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 538 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 538 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness
Retro look was cool but borderline neglect was notice. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great for what it’s worth. Would return.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

GeorgAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short stop to Vacation house

Just off main road. Room was clean bed comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Mike

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay recommended to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ralph

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We arrive late on October 10. We’re anxious to get a good nights rest however our room was so filled with smoke odor that we had to leave the door open all night to get any fresh air.! we could not stay a second night and rented a room at the Claridon Road around 15 miles away from Ellijay. We were overcharged from the original quotation and have emailed a request for a refund and also a refund on the two nights that we did not stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

ANGELA, Columbus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

PATRICIA, Niceville

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom was not clean—random hairs around toilet, on the floor. The bathroom door and walls were sticky. Beds were fine, a little tired, but at least clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is the worst dump I have ever stayed in. I was unexpectedly horrified by the check in experience and the room. Checking in there was no welcome, there was a hard plastic barrier and when the "person" came and he said all he needed was for me to sign the credit card form which he slid under a tiny slot at the bottom of the barrier, and then gave me the key. You'd think we were in a high crime area but not at all, this is a small farm and orchard town in the north Georgia Mountains! Then the room. An age of filth baked in. No drain stoppers in sink or tub. Dirt all over the light switches, no overhead lights, old tv with a remote that didnt change channels. The onside of the door was unbelievably filthy. I wouldn't put my belongings on the floor, I'm glad I brought my slippers because I'd never put my feet on the floors. The bathroom was about 4 X 5 if that, toilet and tub in there. The bed was miserable, the pillows thin flat boards. I was stuck because I was there for a 2 night wedding event. Everything else was sold out because of apple and pumpkin fall festivals. The first morning after terrible sleep I realized I'd have to leave and forfeit the 2nd night I'd already paid for. So I left in disgust. Not a chance I'd stay. GROSS EXPERIENCE I've had difficulty reaching hotels.com because they should remove this property ftim their site, it is far below their reputation. I need a direct way to contact them.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is older. We stayed on the back side and the rooms smell a little moldy, but they were clean. There is not a lot of pressure in the shower. The bathroom is super small. The bed was comfy. Overall nice place for the money.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dairan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The couple that cleans and takes care of the rooms were very nice. They found my shoes I had left there from a month ago and gave them to me when I asked about them.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I liked the area but the pillows on the beds were so thin. It was really noisy also at night when it should be quiet. So for me the price was a little much considering how old it is.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jolen

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom was very dirty and had pubic hair in the tub and on the floor. We had to buy cleaning supplies to clean it. The beds were hard. The room stunk. The pool was closed off. The host was not helpful. I wouldn’t stay there again and will spread the word about this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Pool clean. Out side hotel great. Pool clean . Hotel room stunk of smoke and animal urine. But was no smoking room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marty

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

shelby

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025