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Econo Lodge Helen

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Indoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Luxury Single Room | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Free daily breakfast
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Luxury Single Room | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 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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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Helen

Econo Lodge Helen places you next to Unicoi Hill Park and Helen Arts & Heritage Center. This 54-room hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like an indoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Unicoi Hill Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Unicoi State Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Helen Festhalle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Helen Festhalle - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hofbrauhaus Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bigg Daddys Restaurant & Tavern - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Two Tire Tavern - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cowboys & Angels - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge Helen

Econo Lodge Helen features an indoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee during limited hours. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, express check-out, and a terrace.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 48-inch Smart TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with pillow menus ensure a restful night. Sitting areas, coffee makers, and free local calls are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool.

Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • In a state park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

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

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 48-inch smart TV with cable channels

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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 21 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Jameson Inn Helen
Jameson Helen
Jameson Inn Suites Helen GA
Jameson Inn
Budgetel Inn Suites
Budgetel And Suites Plus Helen
Budgetel Inn and Suites Plus Hotel
Budgetel Inn and Suites Plus Helen
Budgetel Inn and Suites Plus Hotel Helen

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Econo Lodge Helen?

Econo Lodge Helen offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near Econo Lodge Helen?

This hotel is located in Helen, just steps from Chattahoochee River and Unicoi Hill Park, and within a short walk of Unicoi State Park. You'll also find Helen Festhalle and Chattahoochee National Forest less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Econo Lodge Helen?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Econo Lodge Helen include a casino on the premises?

No, Econo Lodge Helen doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Econo Lodge Helen?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 10:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Is Econo Lodge Helen a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress and a smart TV as well as an indoor pool.

Does Econo Lodge Helen have a hot tub?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel feature private indoor spa tubs.

Does Econo Lodge Helen have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Econo Lodge Helen offers free breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Econo Lodge Helen allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Econo Lodge Helen though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Econo Lodge Helen?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Econo Lodge Helen?

No, at Econo Lodge Helen, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Econo Lodge Helen Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 325 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 325 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 325 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 325 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 325 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Leslie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
My daughter woke up in the middle of the night because bugs were biting her. We told the lady at the front desk that we were taking her to urgent care because of excessive swelling. She seemed unconcerned and told me that I needed to tell the manager who was not there. After leaving urgent care where the doctor said the bites appeared to be from bedbugs, I emailed the manager along with pictures of the bites and the doctor’s report and received no response. We also asked for clean towels and were told there were no more. Terrible experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Did not go in the pool or hot tub..
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was not bad for the price. Mold on the shower celing could of used vacuuming in the room and stain on the sheet around waist area. Not sure what that was. No bugs at least.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yanisleydis

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Este es el peor lugar donde me he quedado , hicimos booking en el mismo día porque no fue un viaje planeado y fue lo que pudimos encontrar por $150 la noche, pero todo mal con la instalación , el cuarto muy sucio, pelos y manchas en la sábanas, el baño horrible de sucio , habían cucarachas y chinches apestosas en el cuarto , en el techo del cuarto había un agujero muy grande que les causaba miedo a los niños y para decir verdad hasta a mi me causó miedo , mi familia y yo no pudimos descansar nada por el miedo a los bichos y el mal también que había en el lugar y el desayuno muy malo todo , un galón de leche para que todo el mundo se sirviera , muy poco higiene para no decir nada . Y para hacer check out ni siquiera había una persona en front desk para poder poner tus quejas .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria, Bradenton

Traveled with partner
The room wasn't completely clean. It was stained and holes on the bedding sheets. The sheets smelled like grease. The front lady was amazing but the guy was rude. Breakfast was awful. You get what you pay for it, unfortunately. In a really busy area you expect a better service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Kim

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was given a non-smoking room that obviously had been smoked in. Bedspread had cigarette burn holes on it. Mgr was rude when I requested a room change. Got new room with newer amenities. Rest of stay went great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tristin

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Paint in places it shouldn’t be like on tile Dank smell Parts to jacuzzi just sitting detached nearby Staff was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Beatriz

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a last minute decision, but still a regrettable one. My girlfriend and I needed some away time...time away from the kids, time away from the grandkids, and time away from just plain being adults! I rated this hotel poor due to the quality of the rooms. Nothing is up-to-date, the rooms are in poor condition, and the beds are absolutely the cheapest, lowest quality mattresses they could have possibly found. I have slept on mats in jail that were more comfortable than the mattress in our suite. The hot tub in our suite was also nasty! We did not even attempt to use it due to how dirty it was. We were disturbed half the night with drunks arguing and fighting, and they said nothing about the fact that they had teenagers drinking vodka in the pool area! The only good thing about our stay was the pool. Although it was not the cleanest area around the pool, the water itself was clean and well heated, and the hot tub was also perfect temperature. I would rate this a 2 star! If not for the pool being warm and hot tub being hot, it would most certainly be rated a 1 star!! We will not be coming back to the Econo-lodge, ever! My personal recommendation....pay the extra to stay at the Holiday Inn just up the road, much higher quality and 100x more comfortable!! Do not reserve a room here, I promise you will regret it as much as we did!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Savana

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

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

6/10 Okay

Chi

Traveled with partner
good in general.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
We like the property around the area is safe and quite !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Micheli

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was horrible. We arrived late, just as we specified in our reservation, and when we got there, the reception was closed. We called multiple times at the numbers listed, and no one answered. We had to spend the night in our vehicle, and it wasn’t until 8:30 a.m. the next morning that we were able to check in. When I complained about having to sleep outside, the man’s attitude was disappointing. Upon entering the non-smoking room, the smell of cigarette smoke triggered a severe allergy and an asthma attack. Not to mention the filth — hair everywhere, a disgusting bathroom, and a bed where you could feel the springs. Our experience was terrible. I give it a 0 out of 100.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A group of us (3 couples) rented rooms at this hotel for 2 nights. 2 of the couples booked their stay off of the direct site and I booked mine off of Expedia. The 2 that booked off of the direct site showed up and there were no reservations for them in the system. I will give props to the guy working the desk. He did price match for the price they originally booked their room for. I encourage you to double check what hotel you are renting because Bugetel Inn and Econo Lodge pull up under the same address. When we walked in the main lobby, it smelt like straight sh*t. The guy at the desk said there was issues with a pipe. We had arrived at check in but our room was still not ready until after 4pm due to only 1 housekeeper. The hot tub did not work while we were there. Breakfast was very limited: microwave breakfast sandwiches, cereal and muffins. Exterior look rough like i dont think its up to code. Room: I pulled an extra blanket out of the draw and it appeared to have dried food on it. Our sink and shower when initially turned on had brown water coming out. One of our friends room had a mystery stain on the top blanket on the bed. I will never stay here again. Helen is a charming town but I should have chosen somewhere else to stay for this trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeffery

Traveled with family
Desk clerk was very helpful. Only issue was bathroom door was broke.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lemuel

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Pia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There was a big hole in the bathroom wall, burn holes in the bedding, the tub looked like an animal walked in it, a cat maybe? Pretty sure the mattresses haven’t been replaced in about 20 years.We were kicked out of the breakfast area shortly after 10 by the front desk clerk because they had to clean before the rush of ppl came to the pool 🙄 I expected a little nicer accommodations for the price paid. Overall, I definitely would not stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Was great till i found a bed bugat like 3am. Amd was told to just leave the hotel. -.-
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Laura

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Debi

Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

Phanalai

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The kids enjoyed the pool. It’s was clean. Although the hot tub was not working while we were there. The ice machine didn't have enough ice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRITTANY

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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