UNICOI, Ga.
Since its inception in 1973, the Lodge at Unicoi State Park in the North Georgia Mountains has welcomed more than four million visitors with its scenic beauty.
Under the direction of the State of Georgia and the management of Coral Hospitality, Unicoi Lodge is now undergoing a multimillion dollar renovation to refurbish the Lodge's main building which includes 100 guest rooms, as well as redesigning all 30 of the Lodge's cabins. The Lodge will remain open and continue to serve guests during the renovation.
Earlier this year the Lodge completed a guest room renovation that refurbished each of its 100 guestrooms with new paint, windows, and the addition of 42" flat screen TVs. The guestroom renovation also created 16 king-bedded rooms as well as 24 double, double-bedded rooms.
The latest phase of the renovation will add improvements to the lobby, guest registration area, all public spaces, the restaurant and meeting facilities. This phase is presently underway and is anticipated to be completed in October, in time for the popular fall foliage season.
Guests will be greeted in the Main Lodge building with new fabrics, surfaces and lighting, all designed to reflect the colors of North Georgia's scenery. Warm earth tones, rich wood surfaces, and rustic style lighting aim to create an environment reminiscent of the Craftsman era of architecture. In addition, the Lodge is enhancing its meetings and special events space.
Masters Hall is being redesigned to include a new pre-function area that features inspiring mountain views and natural light, as well as comfort seating. A new boardroom will be added that includes modern technical equipment for small groups or breakout meetings.
Additional Lodge Upgrades
Each of Unicoi Lodge's 30 cabins are being completely redesigned with new fabrics, flooring and kitchen counters. The property's three-bedroom cabins will receive a second bathroom for the convenience of guests using the top floor bedrooms. The two-bedroom cabins will have their bathrooms expanded providing more counter space and upgraded amenities and features.
Flatscreen TVs will be added to all cabins including the Smith Creek cabins, which will have TV for the first time. The area around the Cabins is being re-landscaped and will have marked access to hiking trails. In addition, the area adjacent to the Smith Creek Cabins will have a new firepit area, ideal for those seeking a group retreat or family reunion destination.
Those who decide to camp will also notice many campground enhancements such as decks, gravel, timbers, bear-proof food containers and refurbished comfort stations.
