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Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay

Property class: 2
Motel perfectly located for exploring Ellijay

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Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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79 Maddox Circle, Ellijay, GA, 30540
  • Place, Pig Hill of Fame
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cartecay River
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Chattahoochee National Forest
    ‪17 min walk‬

Room options

Basic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Basic Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Basic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Basic Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS NON SMOKING

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE Accessible

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Ellijay

City center stay.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Pig Hill of Fame and 2 miles (3 km) of Cartecay River with a stay here. Chattahoochee National Forest and Ellijay Marketplace are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Pig Hill of Fame - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cartecay River - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Chattahoochee National Forest - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ellijay Marketplace - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - 23 min drive - 21.2 miles

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mike's Ellijay Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cartecay River Brewing Co. - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay

Motel perfectly located for exploring Ellijay
Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a business center on site. Free self parking is available.
  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1994
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (limited hours)
Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay offers 60 accommodations with hair dryers. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Ellijay motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

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

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 25.00
  • Service animals 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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay) plus USD 25.00 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 30 and close August 31.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay to the airport?

Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay is 77.6 mi (93-min drive) away from the Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Oct 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay on Oct 29, 2026 start from $152, 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.

Does Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay.

Does Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay offer free breakfast?

Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay?

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

Is there free parking at Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay have a pool?

Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay to downtown Ellijay?

Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay is 0.7 mi away from East Ellijay.

Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 571 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 175 out of 571 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 571 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 571 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 571 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Good no frills hotel with friendly staff and a nice location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Last minute trip, room was clean, quite and safe, only stayed the one night so I did not see anything else but our room, plenty of places in walking distance to eat
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Swimming pool cleanliness can be improved
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Parking was easy. AC worked perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay recommended to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property to stay at!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, affordable stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was filthy it stuck. The bathtub was so dirty I wouldn't get in it. And the bathroom smelled like pee really really bad it was just nasty all the way around I would not recommend it to anybody .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Need to add breakfast, very accessible room, clean, and affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

It was fine. I enjoyed helping the drunk woman who was living there get up from the pavement and into her room. She was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Needs some updating and clean edges and corners
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Heat worked wonderfully during our chilly visit and room was spotless, will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and price was right. Great location for fishing on nearby Carter's Lake.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place. Very clean and comfortable. Hot water, good water pressure. Excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean and as described
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
A nice enough stay for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were happy with the accommodations and the staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

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
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was straight out of the 70s!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean, looks great and attractive
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
WE ENJOYED OUR STAY THE ROOMS WERE CLEAN AND THE STAFF WAS FRIENDLY
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The floor and bathroom could be a little cleaner other than that you can't beat the stay. Staff extremely nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
It was clean but an older facility. The parking lot needs to be paved but overall good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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