Hiawassee Budget Inn,

193 South Main Street, Hiawassee, GA 30546

"Place is fine. Staff is friendly and helpful. If you are looking for a 4-star hotel, this isn't it. But it's comfortable and clean. It met our needs well, and we'll stay again."

"Great place for the low price it was. A hikers respite at its best. Bathroom, bed, microwave and heat are really all you need anyway. A place to crash. Would come again. They have internet and TV too, although my room wasn't hooked up with cable, which was fine with me. Stayed two nights to get out of freezing temps on the AT."

"Great option for a hiker needing some r&r for a night. Some stars off because my toilet wouldn't flush. Manager came to plunge and snake the toilet but only temporarily stopped the problem. I just tried not to use it. Great walking distance of outfitter and grocery store. The Hiawasee Town Square had a live band and a gathering of people watching and dancing in the street, which was fun. Beautiful area too. Would stay again."

"I gave it 5 star and here's why. 10 veterans hiking together come out of the woods on a rainy day and this hotel put us up. Don't let the age scare you off. Clean rooms and friendly staff. Also had laundry services for your stinky hiker clothes"

"This place is getting a 2 because the shuttle driver, cleaning staff, and the guy at the desk were all super nice. When I didn't end up staying here the shuttle driver even drove me over to Blairsville for $20. I wouldn't blame any of the problems with this place on the on-site staff. This place has ownership issues. I had made a reservation here because I needed to get off trail and this place is kind of infamous among AT hikers. The price was decent but when I checked into my room I was a little less thrilled. One bed felt like it was about 40 years old and sunk about a foot when I sat on it. The other bed felt like it was a sheet over a piece of plywood. I'm glad I didn't stay and have to make that choice. The place where a TV was supposed to be had only a remote control and a dish reviewer. No TV. The idea of putting in a couple nights in this place was a definite no-go. My room was on the back of the hotel and the area outside of my hotel was interesting to say the least. When I went to tell the fellow at the desk that I didn't want to stay, let's say he was less than shocked. If you are part of a group of hikers and need a cheap place to stay and get out of the rain then this place should work but beyond that, I'd definitely be looking elsewhere."