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Pet-Friendly Hotels in Helen, Georgia

by Christine Pingleton

Several pet-friendly hotels are available in Helen, Georgia. Of the half-dozen accommodations included in the following list, four are major chains, one is a quaint local hotel, and one goes above and beyond in its efforts to cater to pets.
Bisquit Inn

The Biscuit Inn not only allows dogs, it caters specifically to them. Located four miles north of Helen, Georgia, it offers four dog-themed rooms with a few cat decorations here and there. Each room includes a bone-shaped dog bed, dog bowls and "gourmutt" biscuits. Amenities for humans include refrigerators, microwaves, coffeepots, TV and private patios overlooking the forest. Two rooms feature a queen bed and a fireplace, while the other two rooms have two full beds. Pets of all sizes are welcome, with no extra fees. Biscuit Inn Highway 356 Sautee, Georgia 30571 (706) 892-9837 http://www.helencvb.com/members/member_page.php?id=50

Days Inn Helen

At Days Inn Helen, dogs up to 25 pounds are allowed for a fee. The hotel is located within walking distance to Alpine Village and offers free breakfast, free high-speed wireless Internet, and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Rooms include coffeemakers, hairdryers, clock radios, and cable TV with HBO, ESPN and Disney channels. Rooms may include two double beds or one king bed; king suites and jacuzzi suites also available. Days Inn Helen 8288 S. Main St. (at Highway 75 and U.S.129) Helen, Georgia 30545 (706) 878-4079 or (800) 329-7466. www.daysinn.com/DaysInn/control/Booking/check_avail?iataNumber=05619843&id=05416&client_account2=1000006593&propBrandId=DI
Econo Lodge

Econo Lodge allows dogs up to 20 pounds for a pet fee of $20 per night. The hotel is located minutes from Piedmont College and Truett-McConnell College. Hotel amenities include free continental breakfast, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free local calls, free high-speed wireless Internet access, hairdryers, microwaves, refrigerators, coffeemakers, and cable/satellite TV; some rooms include in-bath whirlpools. Econo Lodge 101 Edelweiss Strasse Helen, Georgia 30545 (706) 878-8000 or (877) 424-6423 www.econolodge.com/hotel-helen-georgia-GA126?sid=jlVQg.6z0ahgbVLg.4
Hofbrau Riverfront Hotel

The Hofbrau Riverfront Hotel welcomes pets under 30 pounds for a fee of $10 per pet. Guest room and suite amenities include wireless Internet access, a deluxe continental breakfast, microwaves, refrigerators, cable TV with HBO and VCR (on request); continental breakfast, and a swimming pool. Rooms with Jacuzzis, fireplaces, and balconies overlooking the Chattahoochee River are also available. Rooms may include two double beds, two queen beds, one queen bed or one king bed. Suites are available with two queen beds or one king bed. On-site, the Riverfront Restaurant and Lounge, and in-room massage services are available. Hofbrau Riverfront Hotel 9001 Main St. Helen, Georgia 30545 (706) 878-2184 or (800) 830-3977 http://www.riverfronthotel.com/
Motel 6

At Motel 6, service animals and well-behaved pets stay free unless the animals pose a health or safety risk or are prohibited by law. Amenities include high-speed Internet connections, an outdoor pool, free local calls, free morning coffee and free expanded cable TV. Rooms are available with one double, queen or king bed (maximum occupancy of two people) or two double or queen beds (maximum occupancy of four people). Motel 6 8171 S.R. 75 (State Road 75 at Chattahoochee Street) Helen, Georgia 30545 (706) 878-8888 www.motel6.com/ms/check-availability.do?property=4303
Quality Inn

Quality Inn allows pets for a fee of $20 per pet, per night. Pets are limited to two per room, up to 20 lbs. The hotel is located minutes from Unicoi State Park, Innsbruck Golf Club, and the Helen Water Park. Amenities include free continental breakfast, free high-speed wireless Internet access, free local calls, a seasonal outdoor pool., exterior corridors, cable/satellite TV, coffeemakers, microwaves and refrigerators. Quality Inn 15 Yonah St. Helen, Georgia 30545 (706) 878=2268 or (877) 424-6423 www.choicehotels.com/ires/en-US/html/HotelInfo?hotel=GA617&sid=06zyg.Kedahgy2Cg.4