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Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay

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Reviews

7.2 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

About the neighborhood

Ellijay

Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay places you within a short walk of Pig Hill of Fame and within a mile (2 km) of Cartecay River. This 60-room motel has an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

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

At Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing. This motel also has a seasonal outdoor pool.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Other standard amenities include microwaves and hair dryers.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

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)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1994

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 25.00
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May 30 to August 31.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay?

Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Oct 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay on Nov 7, 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.

What is there to do around Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay?

This motel is located in Ellijay, a short 17-minute walk from Cartecay River and also 8 minutes on foot from Pig Hill of Fame. You'll also find Chattahoochee National Forest and Ellijay Marketplace within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay include a casino?

No, Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM and the seasonal pool will be open from May 30 until August 31.

Does Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay for a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per day.

Does Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay.

Stratford Motor Inn East Ellijay Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 574 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 175 out of 574 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 123 out of 574 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 574 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 574 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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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
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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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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Need to add breakfast, very accessible room, clean, and affordable.
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
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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
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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, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
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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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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
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was close to everywhere we wanted to see!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022