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Top 5 hotels in Shady Dale at a glance

1. The Lodge On Lake Oconee — 2.5-star hotel in Misty River. Guest rating: 7.8/10 — Good.
2. Southern Cross Guest Ranch — 3.5-star hotel in Madison. Guest rating: 9.8/10 — Exceptional.
3. Holiday Inn Express Madison by IHG — 2.5-star hotel in Madison. Guest rating: 8.6/10 — Excellent.
4. Fairfield By Marriott Inn & Suites Athens Madison — 2.5-star hotel in Madison. Guest rating: 9.2/10 — Wonderful.
5. Hampton Inn Madison — 2.5-star hotel in Madison. Guest rating: 8.2/10 — Very Good.

Where to stay in Shady Dale?

A lakeside picnic area with wooden benches and a fire pit.

A park with a lake, pathways, and trees.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a building with a stone facade.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, stone accents, and a reception desk.

1. The Lodge On Lake Oconee

Misty River

$95

$116 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

A large house with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a lake.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a fireplace.

A spacious room with large windows, a dining area with a table and chairs, and ceiling fans.

A wooden deck with a pergola, outdoor seating, and a view of a lush garden.

2. Southern Cross Guest Ranch

Madison

$178

$206 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a food counter.

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

A modern office space with two desks, each with a computer monitor, keyboard, and mouse. There are two framed artworks on the wall, one with the word 'MADISON' and another with a geometric pattern.

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

3. Holiday Inn Express Madison by IHG

Madison

$92

$109 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A curved outdoor seating area with a fire pit, wicker furniture, and a view of a grassy field and trees.

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, and a seating area with a round ottoman.

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

A fitness center with treadmills, a water dispenser, and a clock on the wall.

4. Fairfield By Marriott Inn & Suites Athens Madison

Madison

$107

$126 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A snack display area with a 'Treats' sign, a 'Welcome to Madison' sign, and various snack items on shelves.

Two HP desktop computers on a desk with two white office chairs, a printer, and decorative wall art.

A Hampton Inn hotel with a modern facade, a prominent entrance, and a well-lit exterior.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a tiled floor, and various breakfast items on the counter.

5. Hampton Inn Madison

Madison

$97

$115 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, a black leather sofa, and a chandelier.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a cabinet, and a television.

A business center with two computer stations, a printer, and a clock on the wall.

6. Days Inn by Wyndham Madison

Madison

$58

$70 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

A reception desk with a modern design, featuring a light wood finish and a white countertop. There are two receptionists' stations, each equipped with a computer and a small desk. The reception area is well-lit with recessed ceiling lights and has a green accent wall with a white floral pattern.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a refrigerator, coffee machine, and a breakfast bar.

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and a bench. There are dumbbells on a rack and a mirror reflecting the equipment.

A Sleep Inn by Choice Hotels with a modern building, a parking lot, and a clear sky.

7. Sleep Inn Madison

Madison

$76

$90 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and an air conditioning unit.

A living room with a television, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a desk with a computer. There are large windows with blinds, a ceiling fan, and a tiled floor.

A modern bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bathtub, and a toilet.

A multi-story motel with a central courtyard, featuring a parking lot and a green gate.

8. Deerfield Inn & Suites

Madison

$75

$90 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 21 - Aug 22

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, an air conditioner, a mirror, and a TV.

A dining area with a round table, chairs, a television, and a patterned wall.

A living room with a round table, four chairs, a sofa, a bookshelf, and a TV.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a patterned backsplash.

9. New South Motor Inn

Madison

$119

$139 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A hotel room with a wooden wall-mounted TV, a small refrigerator, a microwave, a sink with dark cabinets, and a mirror with a reflection.

A modern bathroom with a marble vanity, a large mirror, and a built-in light fixture.

A hotel room with two single beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A motel with a single-story structure, a covered parking area, and a small entrance with a door.

10. Imperial Inn

Madison

$70

$84 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a high ceiling.

A brick building with white columns and a sign that reads "James Madison Inn."

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk with a chair, and a view of the outside through a door.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, a staircase with white railings, and a large window with a view of greenery.

11. The James Madison Inn

Madison Historic District

$259

$298 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a small sitting area.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a Dell computer, and a door.

A bathroom with a toilet, two sinks, a large mirror, and a shower area.

A room with green walls, a patterned carpet, and blue furniture. There are framed pictures on the wall and a sign indicating free Wi-Fi.

12. MY HOME & SUITES MADISON

Madison

$54

$66 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 21 - Aug 22

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The region around Shady Dale is home to attractions such as Oconee National Forest and Madison Morgan Cultural Center.

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A red brick building with a white archway labeled "City Hall" and "Bank of Shady Dale Library" above it.

Check out reviews of Shady Dale hotels guests love

The Lodge On Lake Oconee

10/10 Excellent

"What a great location. We love staying here and watching the view of the lake."

The James Madison Inn

10/10 Excellent

"I would recommend The JMI to anyone!"

Fairfield By Marriott Inn & Suites Athens Madison

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was nice. The facilities were clean and new. The area was quiet and far enough from the interstate that there was no traffic noise. Breakfast was okay but variety was limited compared to other places I've stayed. All in all, it was a great stop for a night on our trip."

Hampton Inn Madison

10/10 Excellent

"Very good experience...from check in to checkout. I will be returning there soon again."

Sleep Inn Madison

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast menu could be better.."

Southern Cross Guest Ranch

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay at the ranch. They were all so nice and willing to answer any questions we may have had. The horses were just so relaxing to watch run in the field and my family enjoyed their time horseback riding. We definitely come back and already talking about it."

MY HOME & SUITES MADISON

10/10 Excellent

"The service is excellent ."

Frequently asked questions

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What will the weather in Shady Dale be like during my trip?

The warmest months in Shady Dale are usually July and August with an average temp of 78°F. January and February are the chilliest months when the average temp is 49°F. The rainiest months are December and February.

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