Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

What type of breakfast is offered and when?

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas.

How is the location of the property in relation to nearby attractions?

The property is within a 5-minute drive of Unicoi State Park and the Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau. It is 0.1 mi from Chattahoochee River and 0.2 mi from Alpine Mini Golf.

Are children allowed to stay at the property?

Yes, children are allowed to stay, and there is no minimum age requirement for children to stay for free.

Alpine Valley Inn in Helen

What guests think

At Alpine Valley Inn, travellers highlight friendly staff, generally clean, basic rooms, and comfortable beds, while also noting the property’s age, visible wear, and recurring maintenance or noise issues across some stays.

Many reviews describe dated bathrooms, stained tubs, and occasional musty odors, while others report renovated rooms. Breakfast is minimal and sometimes inconsistent, and housekeeping or front desk responsiveness can vary. Location is a recurring positive: guests can walk to tubing, shops, and restaurants, and several describe the area as safe. Expect a simple, budget stay close to town.

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Facilities

On-site parking is available, with several guests finding it sufficient and well lit, though others say the lot is small and spaces can be tight. Exterior areas and walkways show age, and occasional outages or a broken ice machine were noted.

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Pennie

16 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Parking was limited

10

cathy

17 May 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

They have done some updates since the last time we were there. They have paved the. Lot and worked on their grounds by planting flowers. The place felt safe with all the lighting that is around. They could offer a little more items for the breakfast.

8

Joseph

23 Oct 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Parking safe anf lit. Nice area

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Emily

1 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I was charged a $100 fee at check in that I was not told about. Also the power went out about 10:15 when we laid down in bed. The was no back up generator or anything. And the power stayed out for a while.

10

Keith

29 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Plenty of parking. Very Friendly check in. Room was clean and comfortable. Non-smoking room and it did not smell like smoke. Bath towels were the softest hotel towels I've ever felt. Hardboiled eggs and healthier cereal options would be nice.

6

William

20 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff are very nice. The outside of the motel is need of updating. No ligthing at night for stairs. My wife tripped. AC unit allowed outside cigarette smoke to come in.

10

Justin

15 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean rooms with ample parking spots. Easy check-in and check-out process. Definitely recommend giving them a try, especially for the price!

6

Jay

15 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Ice machine not working.

8

Danny

1 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Poor electricity was out for 8 hours no ac

6

Eivette

5 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our room were clean enough. It was further than expected from the center of Helen but within walking distance. Parking lot was very small!

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Cleanliness

Feedback is mixed: many guests found rooms very clean, but recurring reports cite stained or peeling tubs, mold/mildew, musty odors, and occasional bugs. Cleanliness can vary notably between rooms.

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michael

31 Dec 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean room, comfortable bed, friendly staff.

4

Annabelle

7 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very dirty hotel. There was urine on the ceiling of the bathroom. Would not stay there again.

8

Heather

16 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very friendly and the rooms were very clean.

6

Erin

8 Dec 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Room was fine, there was mold in the bathroom and it’s an old building, but overall a nice stay. “Breakfast” isn’t actually breakfast, just packets of oatmeal and fruit.

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Hunter

25 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Surprisingly clean! Honestly the cleanest hotel I’ve stayed in, and very convenient location.

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Monique

15 Jun 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

The carpet in the rooms is FILTHY. Upon exiting the shower clean, a walk across the room and my white feet were black on the bottom. Socks would immediately turn dark on the bottom. Shoes must be worn at all times inside the rooms. The bathroom had black mold on the ceiling. There was a swarm of flies in the room, mostly congregating around the sink area. The room had an overall moisture to it. Clean clothes that were hung up felt damp to the touch. There is no body wash provided, just a bar of soap. The young man that sleeps behind the front desk lacks any hospitality skills. He wasn\'t able to help with anything. Mona on the other hand was friendly. The "breakfast" consists of a mini fridge with yogurt, pop tarts, and muffins. The counter has individual cereal boxes and bananas and oranges. The location is about a mile from the center of town, about a 20 minute walk one-way. On a positive note, the beds are comfortable.

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neal

20 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was spotless and updated

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David

24 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The tub paint was peeling. There was mold on the tile. Contental breakfast was ok. Not the worst we stayed in. Definitely not the best.

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Russell

6 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean and updated, except for the actual bath tube. It was dirty and stained. There was pubic hair on the sides of the shower stall. When I checked out, the guy looked like he just woke up from a deep sleep.

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Karla

15 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We were only in the room to sleep but the bed was super comfortable and so were the pillows. We got there an hr before check in time and our room was ready so he let us go ahead and check in. The room was really clean and the ac worked pretty well. We will definitely stay here again in the future!

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Rooms

Rooms are basic and dated, though beds are often reported as very comfortable. Noise from thin walls and intermittent maintenance issues (TV or A/C quirks, hot water inconsistencies, aging bathrooms) appear across reviews; some rooms have been partially renovated.

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James

11 Jun 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

A great place to stay while in Helen. Not fancy, but a good place to lay your head while exploring Helen. Place is dated but clean. Right near a restaurant and pub.... It is a bit of a walk from downtown. Good value!

6

Joseph

8 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The young man who works the desk was very solicitous and polite. However, for part of the time the television did not work despite his efforts, there was no hot water for the shower the second day (he said he would report it to the owner) in general the facility was quite run down inside and out. The location was good, about a half mile walk to the downtown area.

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Michael

5 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

dated but clean. Worth the money due to location. Bed was very comfortable.

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Lynn

18 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean, staff was amazing (let us check in early!). Free WiFi and the WiFi was secure! That’s amazing and needed because I needed to work. Bed was comfortable and shower had good water pressure. Couldn’t ask for more!

8

Ammie

1 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room, comfortable bed . Just needs updated

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Jody

9 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice property. Walls are thin, could hear neighbors.

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R Bruce

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly staff. Clean room with a comfortable bed. The only flaws were a musty smell in the room which completely went away after turning on the a/c, and minor cosmetic maintenance issues which in no way affected the comfort of the room. Outstanding price for the room which included a nice continental breakfast and convenient location. Will stay here again.

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Dale

27 Oct 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

workable room. comfortable sleep noise was a problem from others around.

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Kim

22 Dec 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Bed was very comfortable, but room needs some updating.

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Orpa

23 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The bed was excellent!!!! Rooms need some TLC, paint and also no WiFi.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful, with easy check-ins. However, desk coverage and responsiveness vary, and some guests report policy or billing frustrations and inconsistent housekeeping during stays.

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Suzanne

8 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

If you come to Helen looking to spending the majority of your time outdoors in the beautiful natural surrounding, or exploring shops, restaurants, and events, etc and you are mostly interested in a hotel with good location that is clean and safe with a nice bed and shower then I highly recommend! I personally loved it here, but my ideal experience is mainly a clean place to sleep with good internet. If you want a spa go elsewhere. Friendly and helpful staff!

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tony

22 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Not well maintained. Stay two nights and didn’t have service in the room while we were there. I wouldn’t stay there again, to many other options for the same price.

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Craig

2 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

They double chraged me. I told them immediately and they said give it 2 days. Within 2 days the charges both went through but no refund!

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Brian

24 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It took about 10 minutes to get someone to come to the front desk after ringing the buzzer 3 separate times. Once I was finally able to check in i had to listen to the front desk person's political opinion while being harangued about our leadership. I wasn't aware that the President is the reason why Doctors in Florida decide not to choose new patients.🙄 Obviously more concerned about propaganda than substance i just let it all go in one ear, and out the other. The hotel itself was clean, safe, and comfortable. We got food to go from Monday's, and it was close, and pretty decent. All in all no complaints.

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Kathy

24 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Paid the money on the app did not get to stay there because once we got there, we could not stay unless we gave him another hundred dollars was denied the stay

4

Teresa

25 Nov 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

I like that it was within walking distance to activities and sightseeing. Also we had to leave a day early so we were reimbursed for that day. What I didnt like was the customer service. Checking in was good. They had NO coffee in the room. Some office staff was rude. Asked for coffee. After I got my coffee she shut the machine off. Oh and there was a delivery from Coca Cola. No one was in the office. I rang the bell . No one came. Other than a few other things not worth mentioning this is about it.

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Sandra

21 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

David made our check in experience smooth,and fast

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Monica

18 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

There was miscommunication between the night attendant and the next guy that took his place. I had two consecutive reservations and asked that I get the same room. He assured me I was all set and didn’t need to check in again the next day. I told him the room did not need to be cleaned. When I returned that evening my toiletries had been removed and the room was ready for checkin. Thankfully I had taken my luggage with me since I needed it that day. Other than that, I enjoyed staying there. Nice location and quiet.

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Lois

20 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was easy and staff was very informative. Very pleased

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Heather

22 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was really helpful and accommodating. We got 3 rooms and even tho the AC wasnt working in 1 they fixed it quickly!

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Location

Walkable to downtown Helen, tubing, and restaurants; several guests also call the area quiet and safe. A few note it’s a longer walk than expected from the center.

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Daniel

10 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place for the price. It’s a hike to the main section of town. The town as a whole needs to work on its walkability.

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Chris

11 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Far enough from downtown to avoid a lot of noise but close enough to walk or make a 2 min drive.

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Nina

22 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Plenty of parking and close to all the attractions that Helen has to offer

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Michael

3 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location when staying in Helen. Will definately go back!

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Tami

25 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Alpine Valley Inn was about .5 miles from the main street where there was lots of shops and restaurants. A typical 60s motel, some upgrades were noticed and hopefully they are working on more. Room was clean and comfortable. Surprisingly quiet other than loud air conditioning. For the price I was able to get through Expedia, I'd stay again.

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Hector

28 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice motel at the edge of Hellen. Walkable to everywhere without getting into the awful traffic of downtown. Clean, relax. I'll use it again if possible

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Kevin

8 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Cute town. Clean room. Nothing fancy, but it was clean and quiet. We were able to park right outside our room as we were on the main level. We walked about a mile to the main part of Helen to shop and eat and had a great stay.

10

Aubrey

4 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Walkable to many places. Staff is super friendly. Great stay.

10

steven

3 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

plenty of parking in front of rooms..within mile of downtown helen..

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dan

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Clean room, comfortable bed, easy check in and out. A short walk to downtown Helen. The parking lot is well lit. Breakfast is sausage biscuits, cereal and fruit. I would definitely stay there again.

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Dining

Breakfast is very limited—typically simple grab-and-go items like cereal, fruit, pastries or microwave sandwiches—and several reviews say availability or hours were inconsistent. Many guests opted to eat elsewhere.

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Karen

18 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean, the beds comfortable, but we were disappointed in the breakfast that was advertised. Went to office at 8:00am and couldn't get in. Went back later and only had bananas and apples. Make your own coffee.

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filomena

1 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is undergoing renovations. No breakfast available as stated. The room was musty smelling. The shower curtain had mold. The finishes were poor such as the vanity area being held up by 2x4. On a positive note the front desk young man was very polite and helpful. Parking was free and convenient.

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Sarita

29 Dec 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

My only real complaint is that they say they offer breakfast at 7:30am and when I went down at 7:35 (first morning) I had to call the hotel as the doors were not open. After reaching what I think was the owner he called the “live in” receptionist and he literally walked out with no shoes on, wearing the same clothes as the day before and had just rolled out of bed. The second morning I decided to wait a little longer 7:45 to give him time to wake up and had to go through the same process all over again and still no shoes on, just rolled out of bed same clothes. Oh, and the breakfast is two kinds of cereal both mini wheats (which no kid likes) frosted wheats, honey bun and what looks like knock off White Castle sandwiches.

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Erin

8 Dec 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Room was fine, there was mold in the bathroom and it’s an old building, but overall a nice stay. “Breakfast” isn’t actually breakfast, just packets of oatmeal and fruit.

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Debra

25 Oct 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Motel is clean, but old and not in the best condition. Breakfast was OK, but mostly junk food. Other than during check-in, I never saw anyone at the front desk to get a box of tissue or in-room coffee replenished, so we had to wait until someone cleaned the room - which wad once during our four-night stay. Also, the rooms are not quiet, but that's pretty much normal. Overall, it was OK, but not what I expected from the photos and description, so I'll try somewhere else next time.

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Allen

8 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The property is well maintained and it's age gives it charm. Breakfast is a variety of easily prepared or ready to eat items. Although most people prefer to go out for breakfast. The bed was nice and there was always hot water. Water pressure good too.

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Barbara

7 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Close to town, restaurants, river park, tubing. Staff was friendly. Room was nice. Disappointed that no continental breakfast foods provided due to manager being out of town.

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Curtis

30 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room smelled of smoke and just musty. Overall room seemed clean and AC worked. Breakfast is a refrigerator with yogurt and muffins and milk and some plastic towers of cereal.

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dan

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Clean room, comfortable bed, easy check in and out. A short walk to downtown Helen. The parking lot is well lit. Breakfast is sausage biscuits, cereal and fruit. I would definitely stay there again.

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Deenathyalan

20 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Located near to downtown and breakfast was good with cereals, fruits and some ready made foods

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Alpine Valley Inn

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