Nantahala Bay Travel Guide
Hiawassee
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Popular places to visit
Brasstown Bald Mountain
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.
Hamilton Gardens
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Hamilton Gardens, a lovely green space in Hiawassee. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.
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.
Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds during your stay in Hiawassee. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
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 cosy cafes.
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.
Things to do
Helen Hike Wine and Dine Private Tour from Atlanta
Atlanta - Visit Several GA Wineries - Pickup and Driver Included
Top hotels in Nantahala Bay
Harrah's Cherokee Valley River – A Caesars Rewards Destination
We booked a premium room and did not get that at check-in We waited 30 minutes to the room we reserved Seemed like a long time to sit in a room that had not reserved
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Helen
The rooms were clean and spacious. The staff was helpful and pleasant. The air condition was perfect.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn Helen
The room was good except the desk was not really clean, and dust. The stairway was not clean/dirty and foul smelling. The parking lot under the building was not clean too. The staff were so friendly and helpful! Enjoyed staying in for a night!
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Lake Chatuge Lodge
Feels like a cabin resort
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Helendorf River Inn, Suites & Conference Center
Breakfast is standard prepackaged fare. Nutella packs were loved by the kids. Room was clean with spare blankets. Housekeeping checked in daily.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Helen by IHG
Very clean room. Beds were extremely comfortable. The 4 pillows per bed are much appreciated. Makes a world of a sleep difference. The breakfast was excellent of scrambled eggs, two different types of sausage and the fresh brew coffee available at any hour! It is close enough to walk to all the shops, ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nantahala Bay
Cedar Cliff
If you're spending some time in Cedar Cliff, Chatuge Lake and Hiwassee River are top sights worth seeing.
