Hiawassee, GA

Travel Guide

Hiawassee
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Where to stay in Hiawassee

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Cedar Cliff

If you're spending some time in Cedar Cliff, Chatuge Lake and Hiwassee River are top sights worth seeing.

Cedar Cliff
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Nantahala Bay

Nantahala Bay might not have many top sights, but Boundary Waters Marina and Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Nantahala Bay
The Ridges Resort on Lake Chatuge
The Ridges Resort on Lake Chatuge
3.5 out of 5
3499 US Highway 76 W, Hiawassee, GA
The price is AED 371 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
AED 371
AED 530 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Hiawassee. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (884 reviews)
"Beautiful resort! Quiet and peaceful!"

Reviewed on 12 March 2025

The Ridges Resort on Lake Chatuge
Lake Chatuge Lodge
Lake Chatuge Lodge
2 out of 5
653 Highway 76, Hiawassee, GA
The price is AED 382 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
AED 382
AED 450 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Hiawassee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"We stayed for the first time and would highly recommend! It was a beautiful property and centrally located to everything in Hiawassee."

Reviewed on 18 February 2025

Lake Chatuge Lodge
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hiawassee by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hiawassee by IHG
2.5 out of 5
300 Big Sky Dr, Hiawassee, GA
Fully refundable
The price is AED 327 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
AED 327
AED 398 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hiawassee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (927 reviews)
"Nice, clean updated rooms. Checkin and checkout was quick and easy. Coffee in lobby was excellent. No view of lake and powdered eggs for breakfast."

Reviewed on 3 March 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hiawassee by IHG
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Quiet Beautiful View! Pool Table, 3 bed, 3 bath. Wrap Aroind Porch.Grill.
Quiet Beautiful View! Pool Table, 3 bed, 3 bath. Wrap Aroind Porch.Grill.
Hiawassee
Stay at this vacation home in Hiawassee. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and a pool table. Popular attractions Hamilton Gardens and Boundary Waters Marina are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (174 reviews)
Winter getaway
"Great house, loved the view. Everything on site you could need. Close to town and lake. Karen the property manager is the best. Kind, helpful, diligent, knowledgeable, caring. Can’t say enough about her. Made checking in and out a breeze. Would recommend this property to anyone who wants to enjoy ..."

Reviewed on 25 February 2025

Quiet Beautiful View! Pool Table, 3 bed, 3 bath. Wrap Aroind Porch.Grill.
GREAT DEAL $85 per night ON BEAUTIFUL HIAWASSEE RIVER
GREAT DEAL $85 per night ON BEAUTIFUL HIAWASSEE RIVER
Hiawassee
Stay at this cabin in Hiawassee. Enjoy cable/satellite TV service, in-room washers/dryers, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (169 reviews)
Duplex
"I enjoyed the stay. I wish it was a cabin as it states but its a duplex. It was nice, clean , and private."

Reviewed on 22 February 2025

GREAT DEAL $85 per night ON BEAUTIFUL HIAWASSEE RIVER
Beautiful River/Waterfall Cabin 13 miles to Helen 6 miles to Hiawassee
Beautiful River/Waterfall Cabin 13 miles to Helen 6 miles to Hiawassee
Hiawassee
Stay at this cabin in Hiawassee. Enjoy a water park, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (174 reviews)
Wonderful getaway in the woods
"We were looking for a quiet, peaceful getaway in a beautiful private setting and that's exactly what we found! The dogs loved it, too."

Reviewed on 11 March 2025

Beautiful River/Waterfall Cabin 13 miles to Helen 6 miles to Hiawassee
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Popular places to visit

Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds

4.5/5(65 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds during your stay in Hiawassee. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds

Brasstown Bald Mountain

4.5/5(97 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Brasstown Bald Mountain and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Hiawassee. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Brasstown Bald Mountain

High Shoals Falls Trailhead

You can take time to visit High Shoals Falls Trailhead during your travels to Hiawassee. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its charming coffeehouses.

High Shoals Falls Trailhead

Hamilton Gardens

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Hamilton Gardens, a lovely green space in Hiawassee. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Hamilton Gardens

Boundary Waters Marina

Explore the waterfront in Hiawassee with a trip to Boundary Waters Marina. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Boundary Waters Marina

Unicoi Gap Trailhead

You can take time to visit Unicoi Gap Trailhead during your travels to Hiawassee. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Unicoi Gap Trailhead

Reviews of Hiawassee

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
25
5 - Excellent 40%
4 - Good
32
4 - Good 52%
3 - Okay
5
3 - Okay 8%
2 - Disappointing
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1 - Terrible
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Hiawassee is a beautiful town and the lake is gorgeous.

4/5 - Good

Cindy

I've visited Hiawassee on numerous occasions. I have family there. Its a beautiful area!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Beautiful area with mountains and Lake Chatuge. Don’t miss Brasstown Valley Resort restaurant. Nice hiking trails in the area. Quaint Helen is only about 30 min away. We love this area with the small town feel.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I go to church in Hiawassee. Grace Worship Centre. Had friends in for the weekend and the Holiday in is right up the road from our church. It was a great weekend!!!

5/5 - Excellent

From

Beautiful picturesque peaceful town!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I was raised in Hayesville Nc and would travel to Hiawassee quite often. Area has grown since my childhood. Just love the lake. Was raised in Elf community. Spent a lot of time on lake fishing.