HOSTEL AROUND THE BEND
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Just Around the Bend from the Appalachian Trail

​HIAWASSEE, GA
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0.6 miles West of Dicks Creek Gap
Stay with us!

PRIVATE ROOMS • BUNKS • sHUTTLES • SLACKPACKING • Resupply

We will be closed for summer break from June  25 through  August 31, 2022
​(except we'll be open on saturday, August 20 for the tnga bikepacking race!)

HIKE IN AND STAY WITH US!

We're just a short downhill walk away (0.6 miles) from the Appalachian Trail at Dicks Creek Gap in Hiawassee, GA (off AT Mile 69  NOBO).  ​
At Hostel Around the Bend, we are here to support you on your adventure and we want to make your stay as comfortable as possible. If there is anything we can help you with or if  you need anything during your stay, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate  you!

We look forward to you staying with us!
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Our Services

Shuttle Service​

We are commercially insured and pet-friendly!​​

Free Guest pick-up/drop-off at  Unicoi Gap,  Dicks Creek Gap, and Blue Ridge Gap.

For Unicoi Gap/Blue Ridge Gap pickups, please call or text in the morning on day of pickup with your estimated pickup time.

Free Guest  shuttle to/from town (location and schedule varies) ​.

Shuttles to other locations along the Appalachian Trail and Bartram Trail available for a fee -   call 706-389-9668 for pricing and details!

​We make it easy to plan your trip - you can park, stay, resupply, and we can shuttle you to the trail.
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Resupply Box Holding and Shipping

Free box holding for guests; $5/box for non-guests.

Please include your legal name and expected date of arrival  on outside of box.

​Mail boxes to:
"Legal Hiker's Name, ETA:  MM/DD/YY"
c/o Hostel Around the Bend
7675 Hwy 76 E
​Hiawassee, GA 30546

Must present photo ID at pick-up. We will hold boxes for up to 21 days.

We can also mail what you don't need back home or bounce it up the trail to your next stop.
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Parking

We have short-term and long-term parking available for guests of our hostel and/or shuttle service.

​Reservations are required for parking (done separately from lodging reservation) - due to limited parking space at the hostel, please call, text, or email us in advance for parking availability if you plan on bringing your vehicle to the hostel.


Parking is free for guests of the hostel during any night(s) stayed.    We also offer long-term parking for guests for a fee - please contact us for rates and availability.
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Our LODGING

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Bedroom A

4 Twin Beds - great for groups of up to 4 guests!
Beds are fully made.
Down the hall from bathroom and common area.

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Bedroom B

1 Queen Bed - sleeps up to 2 guests.
Bed fully made.
Smart TV.

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Guest Room with 3 twin beds

Sleeps up to 3 guests.
Room has its own exterior entrance.
Smart TV. Conveniently  located next to bathroom.

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GUest Room with "King" Bed

Option to reserve this private room with king-sized bed conversion and separate twin bed - sleeps up to 3 guests max.

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Private Sleeping Cabins #1, #2, #3

Each unit has 2 Twin XL beds- max of 2 guests per unit.
Cabin #2 and #3 are pet-friendly.
Each unit has power. Bathroom access via house.

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Bunk In BunkRoom

Power outlets available in  each bunk.
Bottom bunks have privacy curtains and lights.
Bunks made with sheets and blankets.

Pets

Well-behaved pets are welcome in Private Sleeping Cabins #2 and #3  at no additional charge with reservation of private sleeping cabin! Maximum of 2 pets per cabin. Only Sleeping Cabins #2 and #3 are pet-friendly - the other accommodations are not pet-friendly (with the exception of service animals). Dogs must be kept on a leash when outside. 

Important info on lodging

February - May:     Reservations  encouraged but not required, walk-ins welcome.​

​June - January: Please reserve lodging in advance (book online or give us a call), and call or text ahead for day pass and facility use availability.​
 

Reservations can be made up to 12 months in advance (book online or call). ​ 
​For private rooms, the nightly rate  is for the price of the room (the total cost can be divided out per person if sharing a private room). Each room can sleep up to 2 to 4 people depending on the room.   Click  on "Lodging Info" below to view rates.

​​Each rental unit is a bedroom or bunk only -  the bathrooms, kitchens, and common areas are all shared with other guests.


*Rates and availability subject to change.*
Lodging Info

Our AMENITIES 

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RESUPPLY  Here

We have various resupply items for sale such as fuel, hiking food, water filters, and more.
Prices and availability subject to change.

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On-Site Laundry

Free for guests. $5.00/load for non-guests.
Detergent provided.
​Loaner clothes available.

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Showers

Shared full bathrooms with towels, soap, shampoo, etc.  provided.
$5.00/shower for non-guests.

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Slackpack

Free slackpacking options with minimum stay!
Other options available for additional fee.
​See "SLACKPACK" tab for more info.

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Free WI-FI 

Free Wi-Fi  available throughout the hostel.
Guest computer available.
​Print your Smoky Mtn permits here too!

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Guest Kitchens

Guests share use of 2 full kitchens with cooking supplies and appliances.
Propane grill and griddle available for guest use.

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Music, Art, and ENTERTAINMENT 

We have several guitars, drums, and other instruments for guests to enjoy, as well as board games, books, puzzles, art supplies, and more!​

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Relax Here!

We have massage guns, a foot massager, Epsom salt soaks, yoga mats, and more so you can relax your tired muscles.

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AT Passport Stamp Location

Get your Hostel Around the Bend Stamp here!
Our stamp features a rhododendron  bloom - one of the predominant  flowers that bloom on our property.

Follow Us!

RESERVE A ROOM or bunk
Hostel Around the Bend LLC
7675 Hwy 76 E
Hiawassee, GA 30546
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​Phone: (706) 389-9668
​Email: stay@hostelaroundthebend.com
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