The hype
Travelers are pleasantly surprised by the renovated rooms with hard floors but consistently disappointed by the 'sad' continental breakfast.
Days Inn by Wyndham Helen
$75-150/ nuit
Réservez si You want a clean, no-frills crash pad that's walkable to Oktoberfest but far enough to sleep through the polka.
Pourquoi les gens l'adorent
- Hardwood-style LVP floors in renovated rooms (no gross carpet)
- Walkable to downtown Helen without the main drag noise
- Free parking in a town where paid lots are the norm
En bref : A surprisingly decent budget motel that trades a gourmet breakfast for a prime location—just hold your breath when you walk past the water treatment plant across the street.
Évalué par @theandreaandrade: I usually stick to fancy hotels, but this spot shocked me. It was clean, super affordable, and my dog Mason was treated like royalty without crazy fees. Honestly, for a quick event trip, it was perfect.
Ce que les clients qui ont séjourné ici ont dit
Reality check
The 'river view' is technically true but often obstructed by trees or the parking lot, and the 'heated' pool is seasonal and often chilly.
- You refuse to walk barefoot on hotel carpet (the new floors are great)
- You're in Helen for the hiking and tubing, not the hotel amenities
- You're traveling with a dog and need easy outdoor access
Propreté et entretien
8.2
- Housekeeping: Generally reliable daily service, though some guests report floors can be dusty.
- Bathroom hygiene: Renovated bathrooms are sparkling with new grout; older ones show age but are sanitized.
- Maintenance: Most rooms are freshly painted; AC units work well but are noisy.
- Linens & towels: Standard budget hotel quality—clean and white, but don't expect plush Egyptian cotton.
- Odors & scents: Rooms are generally fresh and smoke-free; the only major odor issue is the exterior smell from the treatment plant.
Sleepability™
7MODÉRÉ
0-4BRUYANT
4-7.5MODÉRÉ
7.5-10SILENCIEUX
- Thin walls between connecting rooms
- Footsteps from the floor above (request top floor)
- Pool noise during summer days
Avant de réserver
Bon à savoir
- The 'river walk' trail is accessible directly behind the hotel
- There is a $50 cleaning deposit for guests under 21
- The pool is seasonal, typically open June through September
Quoi emporter
- Slippers or thick socks (guests report the hard floors can be dusty)
- Your own breakfast bars or oatmeal (the hotel offering is minimal)
- Earplugs if you're a light sleeper (thin walls)
Génie des chambres
Meilleurs choix
- Top floor rooms to avoid hearing footsteps overhead
- Renovated rooms with LVP (luxury vinyl plank) flooring for better hygiene
- Back-facing rooms for a view of the trees/river trail rather than the parking lot
Chambres à éviter
- Ground floor rooms near the stairs or ice machine (high foot traffic)
- Rooms directly facing the street if you are sensitive to the treatment plant smell
Génie de demande de chambre – copier & coller
“I would like to request a renovated room with the new hard-surface flooring (LVP). If possible, please assign a top-floor room facing the back/river side to minimize noise and parking lot odors.”
FAQ et astuces cachées
Tout ce que vous voulez vraiment savoir avant de réserver.
Is the breakfast actually worth waking up for?
No. It's minimal—coffee, juice, and pre-packaged pastries. Walk to Hofer's Bakery nearby for a real German breakfast.
Does the hotel really smell like sewage?
The parking lot often does because of the water treatment plant across the street. However, guests consistently report the smell does not linger inside the rooms.
Is it walkable to the Oktoberfest Festhalle?
Yes, it's about a 10-15 minute flat walk. You're close enough to walk but far enough to avoid the drunk crowds at 2 AM.
Are the rooms renovated?
Many are. Look for photos with wood-look flooring (LVP) instead of carpet. These are the 'new' rooms and are much cleaner.
Is there an elevator?
No. It is a two-story motel with exterior corridors and stairs only.
Is the pool heated?
No, it is a standard outdoor seasonal pool. It can be chilly even in early summer.
Conseils d'initiés
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There is a walking trail behind the hotel that leads toward Unicoi State Park—perfect for a morning run away from traffic.
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The 'Bluetooth mirrors' were a limited-time promo, but some renovated rooms still have Bluetooth-enabled clock radios.
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You can park here for free and walk to the Helen Water Park & Tubing across the street, saving on their parking fees.
5 choses à savoir avant de partir
💡The 'river view' is more of a 'tree view' with a glimpse of water, don't expect a balcony over the rapids.
💡The floors in the renovated rooms are great but can turn your white socks black—wear slippers.
💡The bathroom lighting is surprisingly good, often featuring backlit mirrors in the renovated units.
💡The AC units are powerful but loud; they will drown out neighbor noise but might keep you up if you need silence.
💡There is a strict $100 pet deposit and $25/night fee—they do check.
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