Nestled along the river, Helendorf River Inn, Suites & Conference Center offers a charming retreat. Start your day with continental breakfast and take advantage of shopping on site or enjoy fishing in the nearby waters. Relax by the seasonal pool or unwind at the coffee shop/cafe.
Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Charlemagne's Kingdom - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) - 112 min drive
Restaurants
Bigg Daddys Restaurant & Tavern - 7 min walk
The Troll Tavern - 3 min walk
Wendy's - 1 min walk
Helen Festhalle - 2 min walk
Cowboys & Angels - 4 min walk
About this property
Helendorf River Inn, Suites & Conference Center
Helendorf River Inn, Suites & Conference Center is a great choice for a stay in Helen. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
98 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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 required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21
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Children
Up to 3 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Pool gate
Fence around the pool
What to do
Shopping
Fishing
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Water skiing nearby
Ziplining nearby
Working away
Computer station
Conference center
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Facilities
5 buildings/towers
Built in 1974
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Lever door handles
Pool hoist on site
Room amenities
Be entertained
43-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite 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
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed on Christmas Day:
Front desk
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from January to December
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Helendorf River Inn Suites
Helendorf River Suites
Helendorf River Inn, Suites & Conference Center Hotel
Helendorf River Inn, Suites & Conference Center Helen
Helendorf River Inn, Suites & Conference Center Hotel Helen
Frequently asked questions
Does Helendorf River Inn, Suites & Conference Center offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Helendorf River Inn, Suites & Conference Center 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.
Is there a pool at Helendorf River Inn, Suites & Conference Center?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Helendorf River Inn, Suites & Conference Center?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Helendorf River Inn, Suites & Conference Center?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Helendorf River Inn, Suites & Conference Center?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Helendorf River Inn, Suites & Conference Center and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area.
What's the area around Helendorf River Inn, Suites & Conference Center like?
Helendorf River Inn, Suites & Conference Center is in the heart of Helen, a short 1-minute walk from Chattahoochee River and 3 minutes' walk from Helen Festhalle. The local area is considered walkable as well as being good for shopping.
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Reviews
Helendorf River Inn, Suites & Conference Center Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.0
Cleanliness
9.8
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.6
Eco-friendliness
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
The property is in a very convenient location with easy access to great food and unique shops in downtown Helen. (5 reviews)
Parking was convenient and secure with easy access to the town. (6 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
Octoberfest
Great location to celebrate Octoberfest.
Gregory
Gregory, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2025
Great stay in downtown Helen
The hotel is styled with the German Alpine theme throughout Helen. It is in the downtown district with restaurants and shops. I would want to stay here for the convenience of getting around and the clean comfortable room again.
Jane
Jane, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 24, 2025
The rooms are super clean, the staff is very friendly an it has a great location
Gilberto
Gilberto, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 23, 2025
Great stay
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2025
Bed was comfortable. Clean and nice.
Cornelia
Cornelia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2025
Great place to stay.
Belinda
Belinda, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2025
Will definitely go back
Great customer service at check in. The rim was very big and spacious. Beautiful view and great location.
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 8, 2025
Great location, awesome staff!
The staff is friendly and attentive. They allowed us to check in early so we could get the whole day of arrival around town without having to worry about leaving our luggage in the car. Clean room and centrally located.
It is an older building and it shows, but it was clean and exactly what we needed.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 4, 2025
The rooms were clean and spacious perfect location in town and a very smooth check in process
Jeremiah
Jeremiah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2025
The staff was wonderful
Rafael
Rafael, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
May 22, 2025
location was good
william
william, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 1, 2025
Rooms are very dated. They smell like they need an update.
Tiffany
Tiffany, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
Very reminiscent of old Hotels in Austrian Alps, Bavaria and in small towns along the Mosel and Rhine Rivers. Location next to the river was fun and atmosphere was festive. Nice get away weekend in delightful North Georgia.
THOMAS
THOMAS, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 2, 2025
Dated...very officials sign-in at office....odd emails telling you that since your stay was within seven days you had to pay no matter what.
Tom
Tom, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2025
Nice place to stay
Takescha
Takescha, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
Helendorf stay
Great stay would definitely stay there again celebrated birthday and loved everything was walkable and went to check-in and the lady checked if the room was ready great service
Joe
Joe, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
The balcony on the river was nice.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2025
Location is phenomenal and room was very comfortable
Barbara
Barbara, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2025
Great location and great price
Very clean and quiet. We never heard either of our neighbors even though there was people on both sides of us.It was in an amazing location we were able to walk to everything both ways within 10 mins.We loved that there a refrigerator and microwave in our room. Water pressure was not the best but it did the job. We would 100& stay here again.
Cynthia
Cynthia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2025
The Helendorf is right in the heart of town near the famous bridge and near the restaurants and shopping. The rooms are on the Chattahoochee river.
Lorraine
Lorraine, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 6, 2025
The hotel staff is courteous and provides excellent service to guests.
Pura
Pura, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2025
Loved the design of the building. Staff was great.
Dusitn
Dusitn, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 1, 2025
A bit small, age shows
Joanne
Joanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2025
The grounds are placed beautifuly around the river.
meagan
meagan, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 9, 2025
Overpriced
Overpriced for the property. Cats sitting on reception counter and place needs a good clean and refit.
Positive is plenty of parking and good Aircon