The Best Hotels Closest to Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area in Buford for 2026

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A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance area.

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a small kitchenette, and a seating area with a view of the outdoors.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a blue wall with geometric patterns, and a sign for Holiday Inn Express & Suites.

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buford – Mall of Georgia by IHG

12.7 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Catherine

₩166,561

₩196,706 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

An outdoor patio with modern furniture, a ceiling fan, and a fire pit.

A hotel bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a microwave in the cabinet.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a welcoming entrance.

A modern dining area with a central wooden table, green upholstered chairs, and a hanging light fixture.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Johns Creek

12.8 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Liezl

₩139,329

₩166,710 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Hyatt Place' sign, a covered entrance, and a landscaped driveway.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, seating area with sofas, and a large window providing natural light.

A bar area with a curved granite countertop, bar stools, and a refrigerated display case with beverages.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a fireplace, and a view of the city.

3. Hyatt Place Atlanta/Duluth/Johns Creek

13.3 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Scott

₩114,681

₩138,422 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern waiting area with a grey sofa, blue armchairs, a coffee table, and potted plants.

A hotel entrance with a covered driveway, a fire hydrant, and a clear sky.

A modern dining area with a central island, seating arrangements, and a visible kitchen area in the background.

4. Comfort Inn & Suites Buford near Mall of Georgia

9.6 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Calvin

₩116,198

₩139,346 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

An outdoor kitchen area with a granite countertop, bar stools, a grill, and a brick oven.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in shelves, and a dining area with chairs.

A modern hotel reception area with a white reception desk, a minibar, and a visible 'Suite Shop' sign.

A modern cafe with a wooden counter, seating area, and large windows offering a view.

5. Homewood Suites By Hilton Buford Mall Of Ga

12.7 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Shakela

₩161,294

₩190,706 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern restaurant with multiple seating areas, including booths and tables, and a bar area with stools.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden side table, and a floor lamp.

A modern reception desk with a wooden finish and a white top, situated in a room with a light-colored floor and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black microwave, and a coffee maker on the countertop.

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Atlanta Buford/Mall of Georgia

11.9 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

JoAnn

₩141,419

₩168,047 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern lobby with a blue sofa, a small round table, and a fireplace with a stone wall.

A gym with multiple treadmills, a weight bench, and dumbbells.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, yellow and white chairs, and large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a small table.

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Atlanta Buford/Mall of Georgia

12.1 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Donald

₩149,700

₩177,484 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern living room with a staircase, a sofa set, a wooden bookshelf, and a large wall clock.

A hotel room with a green sofa, a striped sofa, a bed, a desk, and a framed picture on the wall.

A building with a sign that reads "Country Inn & Suites by Carlson."

8. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Buford at Mall of Georgia, GA

12 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Geraldine

₩127,787

₩157,964 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a lamp.

A modern kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a coffee maker, and a sink.

A hotel room with a sofa, chairs, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

9. Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Buford Mall of Georgia

12.1 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Samuel

₩138,168

₩164,342 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, a ceiling with wooden panels, and a door leading to another room.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bar area with black chairs, and a view of the parking lot.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'HOME' sign, a covered entrance, and a fire lane.

A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, a counter, and a television screen.

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Cumming Atlanta, GA

9.9 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Vera and Jack

₩184,611

₩219,132 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and large windows.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a TV screen.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a wardrobe, a TV, and a blue sofa.

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buford NE - Lake Lanier by IHG

10.8 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Denise

₩137,963

₩164,108 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A reception desk with a 'Welcome to the Peach State' sign, a wooden reception area, and a display of local products.

A gym with treadmills, exercise balls, and a wall clock.

A rectangular pool with blue tiles, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, adjacent to a brick building with multiple windows and a door.

A snack and sundries section with a variety of packaged goods, a decorative wall with a 'TREATS' sign, and a vending machine.

12. Hampton Inn Atlanta-Mall Of Georgia

11.9 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Steve

₩139,165

₩165,478 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A pool area with lounge chairs and a building with a red roof.

A beach with palm trees, umbrellas, and lounge chairs.

A spacious dining area with a wooden table, patterned chairs, and a chandelier.

A spacious kitchen with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a central island with bar stools.

13. Lanier Islands Resort

5.8 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Chris

₩188,896

₩268,053 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and a hedge in the background.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and decorative plants.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a coffee table with drinks and snacks, and a large window with blinds.

14. Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta North/Alpharetta

16.5 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Leah

₩121,848

₩147,865 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A modern building with a sign reading "Embassy Suites." It features a large entrance with glass doors, a covered area, and a landscaped area with plants.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a large mirror, and a kitchenette.

A spacious lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a modern chandelier.

A spacious lobby with a central walkway, seating areas, and a reception desk.

15. Embassy Suites By Hilton Alpharetta Halcyon

14.4 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Michael

₩207,887

₩245,901 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A modern building with a brick facade and a covered entrance area.

A modern restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a bar.

An outdoor patio with stone seating, a fire pit, and a covered area with a sign indicating a clearance height.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a television.

16. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Suwanee Johns Creek

11.1 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Robert

₩132,293

₩158,963 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern lobby with a blue sofa, a fireplace, a reception desk, and a stone accent wall.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

An outdoor seating area with a stone fire pit, sofas, and a table.

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites Atlanta Cumming/Johns Creek

9.8 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

nihal

₩160,990

₩191,965 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

A modern living room with a fireplace, grey sofas, wooden shelves, and a patterned rug.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cumming near Northside Hospital Forsyth

6.5 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Vishnu Vardhan Rao

₩155,379

₩190,228 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A Hyatt Place hotel with a covered entrance, parking lot, and a tree in front.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and overhead lighting.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small wooden table, a bed, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A modern lobby with blue seating, a wooden reception desk, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

19. Hyatt Place Atlanta / Alpharetta / Windward Parkway

18.9 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

PETER

₩88,242

₩108,970 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a mirror reflecting the room.

A living room with a blue sofa, red cushions, a lamp, and a desk with a computer.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, red armchairs, a coffee table, and decorative shelves.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a fence.

20. Comfort Suites Cumming-Atlanta near Northside Hospital Forsyth

6.7 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Betty

₩132,936

₩163,804 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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Compare popular hotels close to Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buford – Mall of Georgia by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 389 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Johns Creek	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Atlanta/Duluth/Johns Creek	8.6 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Buford near Mall of Georgia	8.8 Excellent 143 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Buford Mall Of Ga	9.6 Exceptional 134 reviews	View

Top Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Lanier Islands Resort

10/10 Excellent

"I didn’t wanna leave!"

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cumming near Northside Hospital Forsyth

10/10 Excellent

"All good , did not eat anything"

Other attractions near Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Buford Dam Park

8.6/10 (73 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Buford Dam Park during your travels in Buford. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Windermere Golf Club

8.8/10 (10 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Cumming at Windermere Golf Club. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and great live music in this family-friendly area.

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Sunset Cove Beach

7.6/10 (47 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Sunset Cove Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Buford. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Margaritaville at Lanier Islands

8.6/10 (155 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Margaritaville at Lanier Islands during your trip to Buford. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

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Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course

8.4/10 (46 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Buford at Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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James Creek Tennis Center

Catch an event at James Creek Tennis Center during your trip to Cumming. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Mary Alice Park

9.0/10 (16 reviews)

After visiting Mary Alice Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cumming. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Bear's Best

6.6/10 (39 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Suwanee at Bear's Best. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area?

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area is located in a family-friendly area of Buford known for its great live music scene. You'll find 121 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area?

Lanier Islands Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this lodge offers a marina and a full-service spa. It's located 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area.

How many hotels will I find near Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area?

Expedia has 121 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area?

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What can I see and do near Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area?

Create some family memories at Margaritaville at Lanier Islands and Buford Fine Arts Center. Surround yourself with nature at Buford Dam Park, Sunset Cove Beach, and Big Creek Greenway. If you have some time to wander around the area, you might stop by Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course, Bear's Best, or Windermere Golf Club.

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Our top choices for Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buford – Mall of Georgia by IHG

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Johns Creek

3. Hyatt Place Atlanta/Duluth/Johns Creek

4. Comfort Inn & Suites Buford near Mall of Georgia

5. Homewood Suites By Hilton Buford Mall Of Ga

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Atlanta Buford/Mall of Georgia

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Atlanta Buford/Mall of Georgia

8. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Buford at Mall of Georgia, GA

9. Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Buford Mall of Georgia

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Cumming Atlanta, GA

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buford NE - Lake Lanier by IHG

12. Hampton Inn Atlanta-Mall Of Georgia

13. Lanier Islands Resort

14. Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta North/Alpharetta

15. Embassy Suites By Hilton Alpharetta Halcyon

16. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Suwanee Johns Creek

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites Atlanta Cumming/Johns Creek

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cumming near Northside Hospital Forsyth

19. Hyatt Place Atlanta / Alpharetta / Windward Parkway

20. Comfort Suites Cumming-Atlanta near Northside Hospital Forsyth

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Top Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Lanier Islands Resort

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cumming near Northside Hospital Forsyth

Other attractions near Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Buford Dam Park

Windermere Golf Club

Sunset Cove Beach

Margaritaville at Lanier Islands

Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course

James Creek Tennis Center

Mary Alice Park

Bear's Best

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