Downtown Ellijay Travel Guide

Ellijay

A river flowing through a forest with rocks and dense trees.
A white horse in a fenced pasture with two other horses in the background.
A wooden cabin with a porch, surrounded by autumn leaves and trees.
A wooden cabin entrance with a potted marigold, a woven ball, and rustic decorations.
A mural of an apple with the text 'Ellijay, Ga. Apple Capital' and a small shop labeled 'Ga. Grown'.

Stay near popular Downtown Ellijay attractions

Tabor House & Civil War Museum

8.8/10 (27 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Tabor House & Civil War Museum during your trip to Ellijay. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
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Things to do

Half-Day Wine Tastings in the North GA Mountains from Atlanta

Half-Day Wine Tastings in the North GA Mountains from Atlanta

฿3,839
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Wine Tastings in the North GA Mountains from Atlanta
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Top hotels in Downtown Ellijay

Reid Ridge Lodge

Reid Ridge Lodge

2 out of 5
30 Overview Dr Blue Ridge GA
The price is ฿3,175 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,175
฿3,755 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Blue Ridge. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
"I love the convenience of the location and the staff was friendly. The room could have been a little cleaner but it wasn’t bad. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Reid Ridge Lodge
Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge

Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge

2.5 out of 5
418 Amicalola Falls Lodge Road Dawsonville GA
The price is ฿6,359 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿6,359
฿8,049 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Dawsonville. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"The hotel’s staff is kind. The hotel itself needs a little attention. It needs a deep clean. The restaurant (while we were there) offers a buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The food highlight was the breakfast muffins. Not overall impressed with the hotel - staff again was very kind."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge
Hampton Inn Blue Ridge

Hampton Inn Blue Ridge

2.5 out of 5
50 W. Main Street Blue Ridge GA
The price is ฿5,483 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
฿5,483
฿6,473 total
18 Nov - 19 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Blue Ridge. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"I had good breakfast in the hotel. There is all day coffee in the lobby. It seems the hotel policy is not to clean rooms every day. Also there is 4 pm-11am check-in check-out hours. The covid is gone , but the reduced service is still with us. The price for the fine, but basic room was ..."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Hampton Inn Blue Ridge
Comfort Inn & Suites East Ellijay

Comfort Inn & Suites East Ellijay

2.5 out of 5
234 Highland Pkwy Ellijay GA
The price is ฿3,267 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿3,267
฿3,826 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ellijay. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (921 reviews)
"The water never got hot in the shower and there was a roach on the bedside table."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites East Ellijay
Comfort Inn & Suites Blue Ridge

Comfort Inn & Suites Blue Ridge

2.5 out of 5
83 Blue Ridge Overlook Blue Ridge GA
The price is ฿3,449 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿3,449
฿4,134 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Blue Ridge. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Comfort Inn & Suites Blue Ridge
Best Western Mountain View Inn

Best Western Mountain View Inn

2.5 out of 5
94 Mountain View Drive Ellijay GA
The price is ฿3,206 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,206
฿3,758 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ellijay. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice hotel, beautiful view."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

Best Western Mountain View Inn
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Where to stay in Downtown Ellijay

Find the best Downtown Ellijay areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A mountain range with a sunset sky.

Rivers Edge

While Rivers Edge isn't home to many top sights, Cartecay River and Ellijay Marketplace are some notable places to visit nearby.

A mountainous landscape with dense forests and a clear sky.

Walnut Mountain

Though Walnut Mountain may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cartecay River and Ellijay Marketplace.

A forested valley with autumn foliage, distant mountains, and a cloudy sky.

Owl Town Retreat

While Owl Town Retreat isn't home to many top sights, Cartecay River and Ellijay Marketplace are some notable places to visit nearby.

A multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by lush greenery.

Eagle Mountain

While Eagle Mountain isn't home to many top sights, Carters Lake and Engelheim Vineyards are some notable places to visit nearby.

Downtown Ellijay Travel Guide