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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

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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

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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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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

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About the area

Map
8100 South Main Street, Helen, GA, 30545

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
  • ‪Cowboys & Angels - ‬11 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 in the mountains
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 winery tours, a tasting room 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 gift shop, ATM/banking services and a lift
  • 3 meeting rooms, a 24-hour front desk and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 86 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Hairdryers and shampoo
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Fridges, 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 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

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.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night

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 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)

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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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 to 11 PM.

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

As of 15 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$183.31, 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 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?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Chattahoochee River and Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Alpine Mini Golf and Helen Festhalle are also within 10 minutes.

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Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 559 out of 750 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 750 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 750 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 750 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 750 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 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious, good breakfast, conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time in Helen! We will definitely be back. Hotel was quiet, clean, and the staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to downtown Helen. We stayed one night and liked it well enough to go ahead and book another night in same room. Staff was helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Beatrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Over all my family had a great experience staying at this hotel. Great service from staff, clean room, great location with restaurants within walking distance. Will come back and do recommend for others.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Easy check in and out. Nice hot breakfast bar. Excellent coffee. 1/2 mile walk to town center.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly staff and great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel and staff were excellent. Only Problem we had to leave a day to a issue at home
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great choice!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean.very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nanci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. Super close to tubing and festhall. Firm comfortable bed. Breakfast service area was poorly designed and the layout and flow causes lots of crowding at peak breakfast hours.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property. Comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

8/10 Good

Miguel

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

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean! Nice hot breakfast as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice facility. Room clean and comfortable bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room. Beakfast was great. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I gave this property 4 stars. It would have been 5 except for the fact that my room wasn't ready at the time check-in, 3 pm. I had to wait an 1 1/2 hours for someone to "inspect the room".
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful on finding a gluten free restaurant for me.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

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

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was conveniently located to all the shops and restaurants. A 10 minute walk at most.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast was not good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025