Downtown Gainesville
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Popular places to visit
Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville
Explore the great outdoors at Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville, a lovely green space in Gainesville. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Don Carter State Park
You can take time to visit Don Carter State Park during your travels to Gainesville. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.
Quinlan Visual Arts Center
Enjoy an outing to Quinlan Visual Arts Center during your stay in Gainesville. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Wilshire Trails Park
Explore the great outdoors at Wilshire Trails Park, a lovely green space in Gainesville. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Elachee Nature Science Center
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Elachee Nature Science Center in Gainesville. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Smithgall Arts Center
You can get tickets for a performance at Smithgall Arts Center on your trip to Gainesville. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Things to do
Lake Lanier Jet Ski Adventures: Guided or Go Your Own Way!
Atlanta: Fragrance After Dark - Make Perfume or Cologne
Top hotels in Downtown Gainesville
Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA
"I stayed at the hotel from June 20 to 21. The next morning, both my wife and I discovered several itchy, red insect bites on our bodies. I informed the front desk staff and showed them the bites, but the attendant asked no questions and showed absolutely no reaction to what I said."
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026
Chateau Elan
"Chateau Elan was beautiful- the grounds, pool area, and The Inn were just lovely! We enjoyed our coffee and pastry at the on-site cafe- Everything was fresh and delicious. We took advantage of the complimentary bikes to get a closer look at the property. All staff were incredibly helpful. We had ..."
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Braselton, GA
"The room was super spacious and clean. Bed was very comfy. The breakfast was good, they didn’t have many options but it was of a very good quality. The hotel has a huge parking."
Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026
The Guest Lodge Gainesville
"Clean property! Would stay there again."
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026
Belamere Swimming Pool Suites
"Hermosa,cómoda,limpia y atención de primera"
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Atlanta Buford/Mall of Georgia
"The rooms were very big and fit our family of five well this was a last-minute stay as the hotel we booked (in a different city) was awful and we had to drive and find another hotel. I was super pleased with this stay. The breakfast was delicious and it was super close to the mall and Topgolf."
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026
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Where to stay in Downtown Gainesville
Midtown
Though Midtown might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Smithgall Arts Center and Quinlan Visual Arts Center.
Westside
While there might not be top attractions in Westside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Smithgall Arts Center and Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville.
Lake Ranch Estates
When in Lake Ranch Estates, you can plan a visit to Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park and Chattahoochee Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
