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Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Helen with free breakfast and 24-hour fitness centre

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Exterior
Exterior
Free daily continental breakfast
Property amenity
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept

Explore the area

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8100 South Main Street, Helen, GA, 30545
  • Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Helen Festhalle
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility, Communications)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility, Communications)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Walk in Shower)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Walk in Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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View from room

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Communications Accessible)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Communications)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (Communications)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility Accessible, Communications)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility Accessible, Communications)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Helen

At Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Chattahoochee River and Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour fitness centre, and has a business centre. Added amenities include a conference centre, a 24-hour business centre and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Helen hotel include Alpine Mini Golf and Helen Festhalle.

What's nearby

  • Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Helen Festhalle - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Innsbruck Resort & Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bigg Daddys Restaurant & Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Spice 55 Thai and Sushi restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Cabana Mexican Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pig Southern BBQ - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG

Hotel in Helen with free breakfast and 24-hour fitness centre
Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and 3 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 3325 square feet (309 square metres) and includes a conference centre. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG also features gift shops/newsstands, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Helen hotel is smoke free.

  • 86 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3325 sq ft of conference space
  • 309 sq. m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG offers 86 accommodations with DVD players and a safe. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided.

This Helen hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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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
  • 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 centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (3,325 square foot 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
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Lift
  • 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 films

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11 PM
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG?

As of 18 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG on 7 Sept 2025 start from AU$175.59, 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 Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG has a free self car park.

Does Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG has a pool and an indoor pool. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 11 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG have a waterslide?

No, there is no waterslide at Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG, but Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park is a short 10-minute walk away.

Does Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental brekkie is available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG?

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

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 561 out of 754 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 754 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 754 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 754 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 754 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

8/10 Good

Miguel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great being close to everything in Helen.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

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

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Amee

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Carlos

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing. Upgraded our room on arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

carol e

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, beautiful scenery, excellent staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cierra

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsey

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyeshe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, and probably the best breakfast bar I've ever had.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Melinda

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

10/10 Excellent

Gladys

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a fantastic place!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing necessarily unique or outstanding, but everything we expected. Pleasant and mostly quiet. Beautiful area (Helen, GA).
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was clean, safe and staff were very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely facility.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jenni

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Pamela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One thing that was not pleasant was being able to hear people walking around in the hallway early in the morning. Walls were thin
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great choice
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yilmarie

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

10/10 Excellent

Waldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025