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Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG

2.5 star property
Helen guestrooms with free WiFi

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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

  • 291 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 291 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 398 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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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)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room - Non Smoking

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

Standard Room - Non Smoking

  • 291 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Helen

In Helen .Within a 5-minute walk of this Helen hotel, you'll find Chattahoochee River and Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Alpine Mini Golf and Helen Festhalle are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Helen Festhalle - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Innsbruck Resort & Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pig Southern BBQ - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Troll Tavern - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Helen Festhalle - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Christoff's - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG

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

A 24-hour business center and 3 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 3325 square feet (309 square meters) and includes a conference center. 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 center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG offers 86 accommodations with DVD players and safes. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided.

This Helen hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • 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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

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 available

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

Property 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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 each accommodation. 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Express Helen By Ihg Helen
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG is 75.9 mi (94-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 Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG?

As of Aug 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG on Sep 21, 2025 start from $95.0, excluding 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 Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG?

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

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 11 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG to downtown Helen?

Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG is 0.5 mi away from Helen.

Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 565 out of 758 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 758 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 758 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 758 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 758 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

Ola

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jack

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

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

comfortable stay

Came here for hiking the local state parks and I definitely enjoyed my stay for the week and will be back. The room was very comfortable and quiet, spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 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

Kenneth

Stayed 2 nights in May 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

8/10 Good

Miguel

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Traveled 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

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
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

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

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Traveled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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