PRIVATE ROOMS • BUNKS • sHUTTLES • SLACKPACKING
The hostel WILL BE CLOSEd the weekend of may 21-22, 2022 so we can attend our niece's graduation. sorry for any INCONVENIENCE. Thank you!
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 NOBO AT Mile 69).
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!
We look forward to you staying with us!
Our Services
Resupply Box Holding
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:
7675 Hwy 76 E
Hiawassee, GA 30546
Must present photo ID at pick-up. We will hold boxes for up to 21 days.
Please include your legal name and expected date of arrival on outside of box.
Mail boxes to:
7675 Hwy 76 E
Hiawassee, GA 30546
Must present photo ID at pick-up. We will hold boxes for up to 21 days.
Shuttle service
We are commercially insured and pet-friendly!
Free Guest pick-up/drop-off at Dicks Creek Gap and Unicoi Gap.
For Unicoi Gap pickups, please call or text in the morning on day of pickup with your estimated pickup time at Unicoi Gap.
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.
Free Guest pick-up/drop-off at Dicks Creek Gap and Unicoi Gap.
For Unicoi Gap pickups, please call or text in the morning on day of pickup with your estimated pickup time at Unicoi Gap.
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.
Parking
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 Prices:
Hostel Guests: Parking is free for guests during any night(s) stayed. For guests leaving their vehicle parked at the hostel for any length of time, parking is $5/vehicle/day.
Guests of our shuttle service: Parking is $5/vehicle/day with purchase of at least one of our paid-for shuttles.
Non-guests of hostel or our shuttle service: Parking is $10/vehicle/day to leave vehicle parked at the hostel.
Parking Prices:
Hostel Guests: Parking is free for guests during any night(s) stayed. For guests leaving their vehicle parked at the hostel for any length of time, parking is $5/vehicle/day.
Guests of our shuttle service: Parking is $5/vehicle/day with purchase of at least one of our paid-for shuttles.
Non-guests of hostel or our shuttle service: Parking is $10/vehicle/day to leave vehicle parked at the hostel.
OUR LODGING
Bedroom A
3 Twin Beds plus Trundle Bed - sleeps up to 4 Option to convert 2 Twins into King sized bed Beds made with bedsheets and blankets Reservation is for the whole room- great for groups of up to 4! Bedroom B
Located inside guest house 1 Queen Bed - sleeps up to 2 Bed made with bedsheets and blanket Smart TV |
Guest room
Room has 4 twin beds - sleeps up to 4 people max Smart TV Room has its own exterior entrance Beds are fully made with sheets, pillowcase, and blanket |
BunkROOM
Call or text 706-389-9668 for bunkroom availability and reservations
Power outlets available in each bunk
Bunks made with fitted sheet, pillow, and pillowcase (extra blankets available if needed)
Bottom bunks have privacy curtains and lights
Power outlets available in each bunk
Bunks made with fitted sheet, pillow, and pillowcase (extra blankets available if needed)
Bottom bunks have privacy curtains and lights
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 - June: Reservations encouraged but not required, walk-ins welcome.
July - 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.*
July - 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.*
Our AMENITIES
Resupply here
We have various resupply items for sale such as fuel canisters, hiking food, water filters, and more! *Availability and pricing of items subject to change.* Slackpacking
Free slackpacking options with minimum stay! See "Slackpack" tab for more info. SHOWERS
2 shared full bathrooms with towel, soap, shampoo, etc. provided free with stay $5/shower for non-guests |
On-site Laundry
Free for guests, $5/load for non-guests. Detergent provided. Loaner clothes and loaner socks available. Free WI-FI
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the hostel Guest computer Music, ARt, and ENTERTAINMENT
We have several guitars, a banjitar, ukulele, cajon, violin, and more! Board games, books, puzzles Art supplies for drawing and painting |
Relax Here
Massage Guns and Foot Massager Epsom salt soaks Yoga mats 2 guest kitchens
Guests share use of 2 full kitchens with cooking supplies, oven, stove, microwave, fridge, and other appliances Outdoor propane grill and griddle available for guests to use AT Passport Stamp location
Get your Hostel Around the Bend Stamp here! Our stamp features a rhododendron bloom. |