For generations of travelers, the motor court or motel was a welcome respite from time on the road. And Georgia had several of these byways, including US-41, also known as Dixie Highway, along with US-17, a precursor to I-95. Many of these accommodations have been preserved and even restored for generations of new travelers to enjoy, part of a nationwide trend. The … [Read more...] about 6 Converted and Retro Motels in Georgia to Check Into
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Southern Stays: Cloudland at McLemore Resort
Opened in mid 2024, Cloudland at McLemore Resort is a luxury resort near Cloudland Canyon in Rising Fawn. It combines the best of the great outdoors with the finest dining and amenities available, part of Hilton's Curio Collection. It's about 2 hours from Atlanta and less than 1 hour from Chattanooga, making it a popular North Georgia weekend getaway. Rooms at … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Cloudland at McLemore Resort
Southern Stays: The Oliver Hotel
The Oliver Hotel in Knoxville, Tennessee, is a small, intimate boutique hotel with just 28 rooms and suites, blending historic charm with modern comforts. It’s housed in a renovated 1876 building that was originally the Peter Kern Bakery, giving the property a unique architectural and local history vibe. Guest Rooms at the Oliver Hotel Located in Market Square, … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The Oliver Hotel
Southern Stays: RT Lodge
RT Lodge is a cozy retreat near Maryville, in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. The main building was once the home of Susan Wiley Cooper Walker, a recent widow who moved to the town to be closer to her sister, whose husband was the chaplain at Maryville College. Built in 1932, it included the 26-room home with an adjacent carriage house. After Walker … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: RT Lodge
Southern Stays: The George Hotel
Opened in 2024, the George Hotel became the first new hotel on Georgetown, South Carolina's Front Street in over 50 years. Located around an hour from both Charleston and Myrtle Beach, it's a great spot if you're road tripping down Coastal Highway 17. Rooms at The George Hotel There are 56 guest rooms and suites at the hotel, most of which face the water, specifically … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The George Hotel
