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 modern dining area with a long counter and blue chairs, a kitchen area with a refrigerator and coffee station, and large windows offering 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.

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

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

12.7 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Kiana

AED 415

AED 492 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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

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

2. Hyatt Place Atlanta/Duluth/Johns Creek

13.3 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Jessica

AED 309

AED 372 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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 hotel reception area with a large welcome sign, a reception desk, and a seating area with a patterned rug.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Johns Creek

12.8 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

David

AED 403

AED 481 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a minibar.

A hotel lobby with a refrigerated beverage display, snack shelves, a reception desk, and a 'Welcome to Hampton' sign.

An outdoor patio area with a stone fire pit, two chairs, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

4. Hampton Inn Lawrenceville Duluth

17.8 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Katherine

AED 364

AED 434 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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

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

5. Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta North/Alpharetta

16.5 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Leah

AED 328

AED 398 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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 kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a view of the city.

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

6. Homewood Suites By Hilton Buford Mall Of Ga

12.7 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Shakela

AED 484

AED 570 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

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

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

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Buford near Mall of Georgia

9.6 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Albert

AED 309

AED 367 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, clear glass windows, and a tiled edge.

A modern building with the sign 'COUNTRY INN & SUITES BY RADISSON' at the top.

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

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

6.5 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Kel

AED 372

AED 458 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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.

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

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

12.1 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Donald

AED 403

AED 478 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

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

11.9 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Akela

AED 412

AED 488 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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

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.

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

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

10.8 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Paul

AED 371

AED 441 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

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 modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, a flat-screen TV, and a menu board.

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

12. Hyatt Place Atlanta / Alpharetta / Windward Parkway

18.9 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Keoasha

AED 262

AED 321 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 walkway, seating areas, and a reception desk.

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

13. Embassy Suites By Hilton Alpharetta Halcyon

14.4 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Joy

AED 559

AED 661 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A 24/7 market kiosk with snacks, beverages, and a coffee station.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a mural on the wall.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

14. Tru by Hilton Lawrenceville Atlanta I-85 Sugarloaf

18.7 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Kianna

AED 340

AED 406 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel lobby with a long communal table, multiple chairs, and a bar area.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, two armchairs with orange cushions, and a patterned rug.

A hotel reception area with a dark wood reception desk, a large welcome sign, a computer, and a small shop in the background.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area with a table and chairs, a TV, and a bed.

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Alpharetta

18.7 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Jamie

AED 318

AED 387 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a computer, a printer, and a chair.

A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, a projector screen, and a large window with a view of trees.

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

16. Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Buford Mall of Georgia

12.1 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Garry

AED 403

AED 478 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, a sofa, and chairs.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV mounted above it.

A bed with rose petals, a bottle of wine, and two glasses on a bedside table in a hotel room.

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a bar, and a large TV screen.

17. Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta North/Johns Creek

12.6 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Robel

AED 325

AED 391 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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

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

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

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

12 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Geraldine

AED 344

AED 425 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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 modern reception area with a blue-lit wall, a reception desk, and a seating area with a view of the cityscape.

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

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites Atlanta Cumming/Johns Creek

9.8 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

nihal

AED 433

AED 516 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a tiled floor, and several chairs along the poolside.

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

20. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Suwanee Johns Creek

11.1 km from Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Richard

AED 356

AED 428 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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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 411 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Atlanta/Duluth/Johns Creek	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Johns Creek	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Lawrenceville Duluth	9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta North/Alpharetta	8.6 Excellent 1,015 reviews	View

Top Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Lanier Islands Resort

10/10 Excellent

"AMAZING!!! We went for my 50th bday...and they spoiled us!!! Everyone so nice and accommodating!! Definitely be back!!! 5+++++ stars!"

Lakefront Retreat, Private Dock, Kayak, 3 Decks, Bar/Game Rm, Deep Water Cove

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

Beautiful Lake Home, Private 2 story dock

10/10 Excellent

"4 huge bedrooms with 4 bathrooms, clean kitchen, comfortable living area. Huge deck and access to the lake.Close proximity to shopping and restaurants."

Waterfront Luxury: Refresh Your Spirit w/ Your Own Oasis In the Midst of It All

8/10 Good

"Nice"

Lakefront Getaway on Lake Lanier w/ Boat Dock

10/10 Excellent

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North Georgia Boat Club "Timber Estate" Executive Retreat & Family Vacation Spot

10/10 Excellent

"Was there for a work retreat and I was amazing. Beautiful view amazing house. I’d love to stay there again"

Lake Lanier Luxury Water Front Retreat with Large Dock, Boat Rental & Lake Views

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful lake view!"

Warm, clean, and modern five bedroom house

10/10 Excellent

"The property was perfect for the needs of our family. Plenty of room to spread out, close enough to amenities but far enough for quiet. The hosts were responsive with questions and everything in the home was well-stocked."

Cozy 2BR Retreat • Near Lake Lanier & Mall of GA • Private, Peaceful, Festive

10/10 Excellent

"Great location"

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 120 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 120 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?

To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, head over to our customer service page.

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, Windermere Golf Club, or Bear's Best.

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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. Hyatt Place Atlanta/Duluth/Johns Creek

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Johns Creek

4. Hampton Inn Lawrenceville Duluth

5. Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta North/Alpharetta

6. Homewood Suites By Hilton Buford Mall Of Ga

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Buford near Mall of Georgia

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

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

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

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

12. Hyatt Place Atlanta / Alpharetta / Windward Parkway

13. Embassy Suites By Hilton Alpharetta Halcyon

14. Tru by Hilton Lawrenceville Atlanta I-85 Sugarloaf

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Alpharetta

16. Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Buford Mall of Georgia

17. Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta North/Johns Creek

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

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites Atlanta Cumming/Johns Creek

20. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Suwanee Johns Creek

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Top Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Lanier Islands Resort

Lakefront Retreat, Private Dock, Kayak, 3 Decks, Bar/Game Rm, Deep Water Cove

Beautiful Lake Home, Private 2 story dock

Waterfront Luxury: Refresh Your Spirit w/ Your Own Oasis In the Midst of It All

Lakefront Getaway on Lake Lanier w/ Boat Dock

North Georgia Boat Club "Timber Estate" Executive Retreat & Family Vacation Spot

Lake Lanier Luxury Water Front Retreat with Large Dock, Boat Rental & Lake Views

Warm, clean, and modern five bedroom house

Cozy 2BR Retreat • Near Lake Lanier & Mall of GA • Private, Peaceful, Festive

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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