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Econo Lodge Helen

Property class: 2.5
Hotel near Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park in Helen

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A large indoor swimming pool with multiple lanes, surrounded by sun loungers and a patio area with outdoor seating.
A spacious indoor area with a red sofa, green armchairs, and a pool view.
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bedside table with a lamp, and a bed with a pillow.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a coffee station, and a refrigerator with beverages.
A lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and a teal armchair.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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11 Edelweiss St, Helen, GA, 30545
  • Place, Unicoi Hill Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Helen Arts & Heritage Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Helen Festhalle
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables with lamps, a flat-screen TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a dresser.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a television, and a microwave.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a desk with a lamp, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a TV on a stand.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a desk with a lamp, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a TV on a stand.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, a desk lamp, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a microwave, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

2 Double Beds Nonsmoking

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, a microwave, and a chair.

2 Queen Beds Smoking

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, a microwave, and a chair.

2 Queen Beds Nonsmoking

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Helen

In state park.With a stay at this Helen hotel, you'll be steps from Unicoi Hill Park and Helen Arts & Heritage Center. Chattahoochee River and Unicoi State Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Unicoi Hill Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Unicoi State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Helen Festhalle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Campfire Gather Round - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪La Cabaña Mexican Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Hansel & Gretel Candy Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge Helen

Hotel near Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park in Helen
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 24 square feet (2 square meters) and includes conference space. An airport shuttle during limited hours is available for a fee. An indoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Econo Lodge Helen. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Helen hotel.

  • 54 guestrooms or units
  • 24 sq ft of conference space
  • 2 sq m of conference space
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
Econo Lodge Helen offers 54 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. A pillow menu is available. 48-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 48-inch smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday:
  • Hot tub
The following facilities are closed on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday:
  • Indoor pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property 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, 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Jameson Inn Suites Helen GA
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Budgetel And Suites Plus Helen
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Frequently asked questions

Does Econo Lodge Helen have an airport shuttle?

Econo Lodge Helen offers an airport shuttle during limited hours for a charge.

How much does it cost to stay at Econo Lodge Helen?

As of Aug 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Econo Lodge Helen on Aug 24, 2026 start from CA $72, 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 Econo Lodge Helen offer free breakfast?

Econo Lodge Helen offers free breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Econo Lodge Helen?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge Helen?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Econo Lodge Helen?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Econo Lodge Helen have a pool?

Econo Lodge Helen features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Econo Lodge Helen have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Econo Lodge Helen to downtown Helen?

Econo Lodge Helen is 0.1 mi away from Helen.

Econo Lodge Helen Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 393 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 393 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 393 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 393 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 80 out of 393 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

keela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the hot tub and the pool completely peaceful I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A good economical place to stay. Would book here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness
The pool and the hot tub was great. The room was clean and the price I paid for the room was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kareena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was fairly clean, bedding and towels were fresh, staff was super nice. Breakfast wasn’t the best but also not the worst. Overall, would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great value
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kenny

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
#2 star motel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shawna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family of 4, we had a clean room and breakfast was so good!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a great time from the entrance to the end. The pool was nice and warm due to the weather being cold outside it was perfect the hot tub was great and the room seem to be a newly renovated so it was great we slept like babies
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was cold cereal and microwaveable sausage and egg biscuits
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room. The pool area was filthy and the man at the desk was very rude.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Eric

Cheap price and you get what you pay for. It was not bad but very basic.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property. Very clean, nice staff and convenient. Easy check in and out.. older establishment but well maintained and not a speck of dust!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness
The manager was very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Veniva

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room could have used some work, but the staff were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness
We like the property around the area is safe and quite !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

LORI

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, breakfast was ok, needs more selections. Pool closed for repairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy checking in and very convenient to the attractions and shops
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Juan

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Terribly dirty room. Location is not the addreess in Expedia. Not recommended
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good except the AC fan was apparently warped and vibrated bad when it came on.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bed and pillow comfort. eater worked well and was not resl noidy or blowing excessivly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean room. friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Debi

Liked: Staff & service
Staff was very pleasant and accommodating. It is an older motel style stay that could use updates in bathroom and flooring.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheyenne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Juandiego

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Terrible experience didn’t even stay here but we’re still getting charged don’t pay the extra money for traveling insurance it’s a scam.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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