Ellijay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Ellijay

Find the best Ellijay areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Ellijay
Learn more about Ellijay
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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.

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Downtown Ellijay

While visiting Downtown Ellijay, you might make a stop by sights like Chattahoochee National Forest and Tabor House & Civil War Museum.

Rivers Edge

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

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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 River Vineyards.

Eagle Mountain

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

Comfort Inn & Suites East Ellijay

Comfort Inn & Suites East Ellijay

2.5 out of 5
234 Highland Pkwy Ellijay GA
The price is ₹8,832 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
₹8,832
₹10,368 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (853 reviews)
"Nice facility, well maintained, great breakfast, close to restaurants and shopping. Only issue was semi truck outside ran all night long making it difficult to sleep. This needs to be addressed."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites East Ellijay
Best Western Mountain View Inn

Best Western Mountain View Inn

2.5 out of 5
94 Mountain View Drive Ellijay GA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹7,245 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹7,245
₹8,591 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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! (1,007 reviews)
"👍"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Best Western Mountain View Inn
Springhill Suites By Marriott Ellijay

Springhill Suites By Marriott Ellijay

2 out of 5
50 Cinema Drive Ellijay GA
The price is ₹12,783 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
₹12,783
₹14,794 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ellijay. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Talona Lake and Gilmer County Fairgrounds ...
9/10 Wonderful! (120 reviews)
"Room was clean. However, none of the external digital locks on the doors , the swimming pool entrance or the gym entrance were working. The external doors were left wide open probably all night as the locks weren’t working, not safe. The staff said that they’ve been out of order for more than a year. ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Springhill Suites By Marriott Ellijay
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The Villas at Coosawattee River Resort

The Villas at Coosawattee River Resort

4 out of 5
634 Beaver Lake Dr Ellijay GA
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Ellijay. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Talona Lake and Riverside Park are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (356 reviews)
"Needs very deep cleaning. Renovate the place and work with humidity. The smell is very strong. Beautiful place needs more love."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

The Villas at Coosawattee River Resort
Riverside Ellijay Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Game Room

Riverside Ellijay Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Game Room

3 out of 5
Ellijay GA
Stay at this cottage in Ellijay. Enjoy free parking, balconies and air conditioning. Popular attractions Riverside Park and Gilmer County Library are located ...
Riverside Ellijay Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Game Room
Gingershack Farms

Gingershack Farms

3 out of 5
280 Turkey Creek Dr Ellijay GA
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Ellijay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Fainting Goat Vineyards and Winery and Cartecay ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews)
"Cabin was clean, well kept, & had everything we needed. Close to town, but far enough away from it all. It was a great spot for a few days away from it all. We will definitely consider staying again."

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026

Gingershack Farms
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Stay near popular Ellijay attractions

Cartecay River

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cartecay River during your travels in Ellijay. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
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Cities near Ellijay

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Chatsworth

A street with buildings, including 'The Crimson Moon' and 'Ice Cream Parlor'. There are parked cars and a tree in the center.

Dahlonega

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Blue Ridge

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Talking Rock

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