Ellijay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A town with a central church, surrounded by residential houses and a mountainous backdrop.
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Where to stay in Ellijay

Find the best Ellijay areas for the activities you enjoy most. 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.

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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 Marketplace.

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Eagle Mountain

While Eagle Mountain isn't home to many top sights, Carters Lake and Engelheim Vineyards 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 ₹9,456 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
₹9,456
₹11,074 total
1 Nov - 2 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! (916 reviews)
"Room clean and bed was comfortable."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites East Ellijay
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! (377 reviews)
"This is not a typical resort! It is located within a residential area in the mountains it is difficult to navigate with spotty reception. Also the pools including the indoor pool was closed which was a huge bummer! That being said the property right in front of the river is very nice and spacious ..."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

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The Villas at Coosawattee River Resort
Best Western Mountain View Inn

Best Western Mountain View Inn

2.5 out of 5
94 Mountain View Drive Ellijay GA
The price is ₹9,279 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
₹9,279
₹10,876 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! (1,000 reviews)
"Old but well maintained"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Best Western Mountain View Inn
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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! (377 reviews)
"This is not a typical resort! It is located within a residential area in the mountains it is difficult to navigate with spotty reception. Also the pools including the indoor pool was closed which was a huge bummer! That being said the property right in front of the river is very nice and spacious ..."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 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! (72 reviews)
"Our stay was outstanding! It was peaceful and nice when sitting out on the front patio. The cabin was clean and the bed was comfortable. The host kept in communication via text and it was easy to access the cabin when I arrived in the later evening."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

Gingershack Farms
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Stay near popular Ellijay attractions

Ellijay Marketplace

9.2/10 (153 reviews)
Take the family on an outing to Ellijay Marketplace during your trip to Ellijay. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
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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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