Hofbrau Riverfront Hotel

Hotels
6.2 (917 reviews)
8949 North Main Street , Helen , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets allowed
Private parking
Private check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location
Scenic views
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Outdated facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
4.1
The room was dirty, and cleanliness was a common complaint.
Service
8.06
Standard service quality for this hotel tier despite some mentioned issues.
Location
9.1
Multiple reviews praised the location as good and convenient.
Room Quality
5.06
Various issues with room quality were highlighted, including outdated facilities.
Amenities
6.09
Some amenities were missing or poorly maintained, impacting the stay.
Value for Money
5.05
Guests felt the accommodations did not justify the price paid.
Food and Beverage
6.1
Limited mentions and no detailed feedback available.
Overall Experience
6.07
Overall experience was mixed, with more negatives than positives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 15:59

Property Description

Scenic Riverfront Location:
Nestled in the charming town of Helen, Hofbrau Riverfront Hotel offers a picturesque setting along the tranquil Chattahoochee River. Enjoy breathtaking views and serene ambiance right at your doorstep.

Convenient Amenities:
Start your day right with a complimentary continental breakfast included with your stay. Benefit from free WiFi and private parking during your visit. The 24-hour front desk ensures all your needs are met promptly and efficiently.

Nearby Attractions:
Explore popular destinations such as Anna Ruby Falls and Yonah Mountain Vineyards just a short distance away. With Helen city centre within walking distance and the renowned Hofbrauhaus Restaurant next door, your stay promises both relaxation and convenience.

Ready to experience the perfect blend of comfort and hospitality? Book your stay at Hofbrau Riverfront Hotel now.

Important information:

Please note that early check-in is available at this property and is subject to availability.

Please contact the property in advance of your stay to check the availability of pet-friendly units.

Please inform the property in advance if you plan to bring a dog.

Please note that pets will incur an additional charge of USD 25 per day per pet.

River view rooms are subject to availability. Only a certain number of rooms are on the riverside.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ATL

Location

Guest Reviews

6.2
Based on 917 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.1
Service: 8.06
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 5.06
Amenities: 6.09
Value for Money: 5.05
Food and Beverage: 6.1
Overall Experience: 6.07
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Allison couple us
1
Never stay here !!!
Cons:

Reserved room jacuzzi tub only for guy yo give to lady in front then said all reserved so I had to settle for a room on 3RD FLOOR .I am elderly and walking up 2 flights was hard. Will not stay there again . Parking was also terrible.

2026-09-04 via Nuitee
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Drawz solo_traveller us
10
Honeymoon
Pros:

The location was great and the river was beautiful.

Cons:

Had a hard time getting to the river from the hotel. They advertised that it has a private beach but I never saw that or found it. I had to make my own way and it was growed up.

2026-09-01 via Nuitee
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Robert couple us
7
Thankfully inside of room was nicer than the outside.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Property needs to be cleaned up. Tarps covering stuff. PVC pipe laying outside. Spider webs along outside walls and breeze ways. Broken outside furniture.

2026-09-01 via Nuitee
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Justine couple us
3
I was yelled at by the guy up front because of a leak from the tub that I knew nothing about. He barged in my room not w
Pros:

View is nice and plenty to do.

Cons:

Bed bugs in room management behavior problem.

2026-08-31 via Nuitee
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James couple us
1
2026-08-30 via Nuitee
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Jessica family_with_children us
1
Wouldn’t want to wish my enemy to stay there. Needs to be thoroughly deep cleaned
Pros:

The manager was nice and we were allowed to check in early. The view of the river was gorgeous. Wish we could have enjoyed it.

Cons:

The cleanliness of the hotel itself was very poor. The first room we were given had spiders literally everywhere. I requested a different room and the second room had spiders everywhere, despite the manager saying that it had been redone. Both rooms also smelled of cigarette smoke.
When I requested a refund because we decided to not stay there, I was told it was nonrefundable and that spiders were part of the nature.
Spiders are indeed a part of nature, but the amount of spiders that we saw in the rooms was unacceptable and due to lack of cleaning.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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hartness family_with_children us
4
I Would not recommend unless new people cleaning and living there.
Pros:

The location. The office was very clean and nice absolutely nothing like the rest of it.

Cons:

Stunk smelled old. Not enough pillows. Had to get help unlocking door twice and the receptionist kid is who helped us and we were told couldnt put key card by phone or it deactivates it. Above us was so loud not sure if the receptionist family or other vacationers but they ran and jumped all night. Me and my daughter barely slept all night.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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TAMI family_with_children us
4
Neighbor noise during the night.. outside areas pool not open bad shape
Pros:

Ok

Cons:

Microwavable food.
I feel like I should receive a percentage of a refund

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Rebecca solo_traveller us
6
I loved it but still needed some work
Pros:

The location and view. Being so close to the river was the highlight of my trip. Not only did we get to walk to the river to play, we also got to spend our night watching the river right from our room.

Cons:

The room did need some more cleaning and maintenance to make it completely worth the money.

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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jeffery solo_traveller us
1
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

The extremely poor room conditions

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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amy family_with_children us
1
DO NOT STAY HERE!!!!! THE ROOM YOU PAY FOR IS NOT PROMISED!!! YOU WILL REGRET IT!!!!
Pros:

Hotel is located on River

Cons:

We PAID FOR a room that they refused to place us in upon arrival. You must pay in advance for this hotel so once you get there you're stuck. We were forced to drag a bed from another room to sleep on!!!!

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Jennifer couple us
1
Worst money I have ever spent. Won’t ever go back to that location.
Pros:

Close to town

Cons:

Staff was rude, rooms smelled horrible, mold in the showers, checked into dirty rooms.

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Janson solo_traveller us
4
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Barn door was odd for the bathroom. Key card for room was difficult was muggy and the sheets seemed not clean.

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Barry couple us
9
Just a one night getaway for the wife and I.
Pros:

Quiet and convenient to everything around.

Cons:

We enjoyed everything they had to offer.

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Anjanette couple us
4
Nice location
Pros:

Location by the river

Cons:

Cleanliness.....smoke detector actually plugged in and operational

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Bryan couple us
1
Pros:

There was blood on the wash clothes we rented 1 room with 1 bed it came with 2 beds, there was no phone to call front office and there were ants everywhere.

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Gloria solo_traveller us
4
Pros:

The location was good

Cons:

Tub had dirty ring. Jets in tub didn't work, found switch to jets in closet after bath. Halls were dirty. Ceilings and walls need repair. Toilet seat cover was spray painted. Bird nest in staircase with bird poop on hand rails and step. Bathroom light fixture rusty

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Naomi family_with_children us
1
I was in such a hurry to get our stuff out of there and cleaned out. I did not report any of this. After reading other r
Pros:

It was river front

Cons:

It was dirty, the doors would not shut with out slamming them the bathroom floor tile was busted up with standing water. After itching through out the night I found 1 adult and multiple baby bed bugs. But this was in the morning I’m sure there were more hidden at that time.

2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Lindy solo_traveller us
1
Do not stay here
Pros:

Nothing, I didn’t stay! It was filthy and smelled of cigarettes.

Cons:

It was awful. Old, dingy and terrible cigarette smoke smell. When I returned my key without staying the woman asked me if I wanted an air freshener

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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James solo_traveller us
3
Great location, great potential, but desperately needs work.
Pros:

Location was phenomenal. Right on the Hooch and our rooms faced the water. On the same property as the wonderful Hofbrau restaurant and walking distance from everything in Helen.

Cons:

The facility was in detail need of maintenance. Inside the rooms or was barely okay but the exterior felt like a slum tenement. Some minor maintenance, paint, and repairs; and this place could be a goldmine for the owners, they could double their rent and still be packed with guests. As it is, it feels abandoned and dreary.

2026-08-12 via Nuitee