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Lake Chatuge Lodge

2.0 star property
Lakefront hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Meeting facility
Lobby sitting area
Property entrance
Lobby sitting area
Porch

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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653 Highway 76, Hiawassee, GA, 30546
  • Place, Chatuge Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Hiwassee River
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(44 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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King Suite with Parlor | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

King Suite with Parlor

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Presidential Suite, Partial Lake View | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Presidential Suite, Partial Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Hiawassee

Located within a 5-minute walk of Hiwassee River, Lake Chatuge Lodge is within a 15-minute stroll of Chattahoochee National Forest. This 104-room hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Hamilton Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Chatuge Lake - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hiwassee River - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Brasstown Bald Mountain - 30 min drive - 18.7 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 160 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sand Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Lake Chatuge Lodge

Lakefront hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center
At Lake Chatuge Lodge, guests have access to a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include conference space, coffee/tea in a common area, and a computer station.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Microwaves, coffee makers, and free weekday newspapers are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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

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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Hawg Wild BBQ & Catfish

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Lever door handles
  • Visual fire alarm

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
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
If you are planning to arrive after 12:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 kids 13 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 11.3 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 11.3 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Lake Chatuge Lodge?

Lake Chatuge Lodge provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see within easy reach of Lake Chatuge Lodge?

Located steps from Hamilton Gardens, this hotel is in Hiawassee, and within a 10-minute walk of Hiwassee River and Chattahoochee National Forest. You'll also find Chatuge Lake and Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Lake Chatuge Lodge?

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

Does Lake Chatuge Lodge feature a casino on the premises?

No, Lake Chatuge Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Lake Chatuge Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Lake Chatuge Lodge?

At this lakeside hotel, couples will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some guestrooms include jetted bathtubs and lake views.

Does Lake Chatuge Lodge have a hot tub?

No, but some guestrooms at this hotel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does Lake Chatuge Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Lake Chatuge Lodge serves free continental breakfast at Hawg Wild BBQ & Catfish each morning.

Does Lake Chatuge Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lake Chatuge Lodge though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Lake Chatuge Lodge?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Lake Chatuge Lodge?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a patio where guests can enjoy lake or courtyard views.

Lake Chatuge Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 619 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 272 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1002 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

alycia

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and beautiful views
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Glenna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful view & quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is very dated, especially for the price. View was nice, and it was convenient to where I needed to go.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cesar

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty views. Broken bathroom floor tiles, dirty carpet in room, run down and not a place I would return
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Samuel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

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

Wonderful Place to Stay

We enjoyed staying at the Lodge and will defiantly stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the lake and great service. The property is dated, the gym needs some maintenance and organization. But then you look outside and forget about all of that. It’s a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

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

Rodeo time

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
excellent place to stay with great views
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Welcoming staff. Room clean. Parking convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is absolutely beautiful. The lake views are incredible. The staff were very friendly and helpful. They had excellent suggestions about where to go and what to do.
View from balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was clean plenty of towels quite breakfast was good..staff was friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula H

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Older builder but staff were very friendly and helpful. Views of lake nice. Rooms clean and comfortable but dated. Breakfast ok.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeannette

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rodney

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bill at the front desk was super!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

shawnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I really loved the property. But the mattress on the bed was not it. You can feel the spring or whatever. Mattress was too hard. I didn't get any sleep. This would be my go to place if the got better mattresses. I couldn't enjoy my day there. Had to go back home earlier then planned.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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