Nantahala Bay
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.
Hightower Creek Vineyards
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Hightower Creek Vineyards during your travels to Hiawassee. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Things to do

Helen Haunts, Murder, Mystery Tour With Paranormal Investigation

Atlanta - Visit Several GA Wineries - Pickup and Driver Included

Helen Hike Wine and Dine Private Tour from Atlanta
Top hotels in Nantahala Bay

Lake Chatuge Lodge
We have been here multiple times! Home away from home!!!
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Harrah's Cherokee Valley River – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Ice machine was close
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Helen
The room was clean, but looked a little dated. Was surprised at the full sized refrigerator. Continental breakfast left a lot to be desired, no protein or egg option, had waffles, cereal, some fruit and toast options. Probably would not stay here again.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Helendorf River Inn, Suites & Conference Center
Our stay was great! Comfy beds, all was clean. No unwanted guests! Our room could use a little updating. Our tub faucet was not attached to the shower wall, so you had to be careful when you pulled the knob up to use the shower head. We had RSVP'd ourselves to the end room stay, for quietness from ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Quality Inn
Apparently the property was in the process of being changed over from a Super 8 to a Quality Inn. So there was a lot of construction and updating going on at the time. The breakfast was minimal but fine. The secure wifi was out for our entire visit and the public wifi was out for at least half of ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Hampton Inn Helen
Room was clean and cozy, staff were super friendly, breakfast was delicious, and it was hassle free. We needed somewhere to stay after a wedding and I’m so glad we chose here! I felt safe and everything was actually clean. For the first time ever—our room didn’t smell like old cigarette smoke and ...
Reviewed on 10 May 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.
