Unicoi State Park & Lodge, situated by the lake, offers a warm welcome with its southern cuisine restaurant and bar. Enjoy on-site activities like ziplining, archery, or kayaking; take advantage of laundry facilities and free self parking. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
Raven Cliffs Falls - 13 min drive - 14.2 km
Restaurants
Campfire Gather Round - 6 min drive
Bigg Daddys Restaurant & Tavern - 6 min drive
Two Tire Tavern - 5 min drive
Helen Festhalle - 6 min drive
Cowboys & Angels - 5 min drive
About this property
Unicoi State Park & Lodge
Unicoi State Park & Lodge offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Unicoi State Park. For a bite to eat, guests can check out The Unicoi Restaurant, which serves southern cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
129 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
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Parking
Onsite self parking (USD 10 per stay)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Playground
Grocery/convenience store
Paddleboard on site
What to do
On the beach
Archery
Hiking/biking trails
Kayaking
Ziplining
Paddleboard on site
Pool table
Fishing
Mountain biking nearby
Winery tours nearby
Working away
Business center
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Wedding services
Paddleboard on site
Facilities
ATM/banking
Picnic area
Banquet hall
Firepit
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Handrails in stairways
Raised toilet seat
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
The Unicoi Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in southern cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 20.52 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee inclusions:
Beach access
Business center/computer access
Housekeeping
In-room bottled water
In-room coffee
Phone calls (may be limited)
Shuttle service
WiFi access (may be limited)
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15.95 to 16.95 per person
Parking
Self parking costs USD 10 per stay
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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Frequently asked questions
Does Unicoi State Park & Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Unicoi State Park & Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Unicoi State Park & Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Unicoi State Park & Lodge?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 10 per stay.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Unicoi State Park & Lodge?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Unicoi State Park & Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, archery, and fishing. Unicoi State Park & Lodge also has a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Unicoi State Park & Lodge?
Yes, The Unicoi Restaurant offers southern cuisine.
What's the area around Unicoi State Park & Lodge like?
Unicoi State Park & Lodge is located by the river, a short 1-minute walk from Unicoi State Park. Travelers give top marks for the lodge's prime location.
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Reviews
Unicoi State Park & Lodge Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.6
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
8.6
Staff & service
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The beach area was enjoyed by guests, perfect for kids and ideal for a family day out. (4 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2026
Well maintained property, great amenities and courteous staff.
patricia
patricia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2026
We had never heard of this state park and were very impressed with the lodge and the amenities. We were only there for one night but will be back so we can explore the area.
Dawn
Dawn, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
May 23, 2026
The rooms were quiet and the beds reasonably comfortable. However, the rooms are old. There were spider webs in our room and unfortunately, we saw a large roach during our last night. Also, this place is not handicap accessible, and the young man who checked us out seemed like it was a burden to leave the office. In retrospect, I would have payed a little more and stayed elsewhere.
Lane
Lane, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2026
Everything was perfect and staff were super friendly!
Emily
Emily, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 7, 2026
Great stay in the state park. Very short drive to Helen.
Pankaj
Pankaj, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2026
Rooms were clean. Friendly staff and great location.
Frank
Frank, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2025
Good staff, good room, good accommodations.
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2026
Loved the stay overlooking a forest. It was very peaceful.
Paryull
Paryull, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2026
Rooms were clean. Location was excellent and only minutes from downtown Helen. The surrounding property was beautiful.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2025
The room was very clean and the views spectacular
Laurie
Laurie, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 31, 2025
Beautiful surroundings
paola
paola, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 21, 2025
Our family stayed for one night first time in Helen Georgia, we will be back for a longer stay. Between the clean rooms and attractions we love our stay!!
Carlos
Carlos, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2025
Room was very clean and staff very friendly! Enjoyed the stay and would recommend to others!
Crystal
Crystal, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 10, 2025
Room was clean, staff was courteous. We love staying here, the views are wonderful and just quick trip down to Helen.
Bonnie
Bonnie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 30, 2025
Very clean room, very quiet facility. The breakfast buffet was outstanding
Janelle
Janelle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2025
Very nice room, friendly staff! Will definitely stay here again.
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2025
Great buffet breakfast! Quiet and beautiful surroundings
Alison
Alison, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 29, 2025
Love the rooms! Clean, lots of open areas to play games or sit and talk. The view from our room was excellent! Easy check in too
Valerie
Valerie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2025
Beautiful location. Staff was great
Daravanh
Daravanh, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 10, 2025
Excelent. Clean and nice place to stay. Love it
Lymarie
Lymarie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2026
Staff and Service 100%
yasneidy
yasneidy, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2025
Enjoyed our stay very clean
Ashley
Ashley, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 6, 2025
The staff at Unicoi was very pleasant. The view from our room was picturesque: woods and a mountain in the background.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2025
Rooms were large and very clean. Very good dining options. Beautiful surroundings with a beautiful lake. Our stay was very pleasant and we enjoyed every minute of it.
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2025
Breakfast was excellent. Fresh fruit was wonderful.
Staff worked hard to make sure everything was fresh.