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The Guest Lodge Gainesville

2.0 star property
This lakeside hotel offers a perfect nature escape where travelers can bask in sunshine by the pool or gather for afternoon barbecues with mountain views

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The Guest Lodge Gainesville, near Lake Lanier, offers a refreshing retreat with amenities like free grocery shopping service and in-room WiFi. Families enjoy the seasonal pool and playground where kids can burn energy while parents relax in the garden.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Poolside

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Free extra futon mattress
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Poolside

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Poolside

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed - king
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
520 Queen City Parkway, Gainesville, GA, 30501

What's nearby

  • Midland Dog Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Smithgall Arts Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Brenau University - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Wilshire Trails Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Lake Lanier - 3 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 15 min walk
  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪QuikTrip - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪CookOut - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Standard Service - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Guest Lodge Gainesville

Hotel near Lake Lanier
A free grocery shopping service, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at The Guest Lodge Gainesville. In addition to a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, barbecue grills, and a computer station
  • 1 meeting room, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 96 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,701 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during November, December, January, and February:
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed on Christmas Day:
  • Front desk

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
4 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

The listed deposit applies to local guests who reside within 25 miles of the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from April to October
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

GuestHouse Inn Gainesville
GuestHouse Inn Hotel Gainesville
Guest Lodge Gainesville
Guest Gainesville
Guesthouse Hotel Gainesville
The Gainesville Gainesville
The Guest Lodge Gainesville Hotel
The Guest Lodge Gainesville Gainesville
The Guest Lodge Gainesville Hotel Gainesville

Frequently asked questions

Does The Guest Lodge Gainesville have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is The Guest Lodge Gainesville pet-friendly?

Yes, The Guest Lodge Gainesville allows cats and dogs (limit 4 total). There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Guest Lodge Gainesville?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Guest Lodge Gainesville?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Guest Lodge Gainesville located?

Located in Midtown, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Midland Dog Park and Smithgall Arts Center. Brenau University and Interactive Neighborhood for Kids are also within 1 mi (2 km). Gainesville Station is 15 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Guest Lodge Gainesville Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 533 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 1011 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ample parking, nice pool and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean budget friendly motel in Gainesville.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Yee Ming

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and the lobby area have been updated and look clean and nice. The outdoor swimming pool also looks well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Guest Lodge is a little gem of a place to stay. The staff are welcoming and attentive, always asking, “did you enjoy your stay?” Rooms are very nice and pets are genuinely welcome. We will continue to stay here on our trips through this area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clint

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay and very economical! We will definitely stay here anytime we are in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly service desk, convenient location to restaurants. Room temp, beds, bathroom adequate for 1 night stay. Quiet. Continental breakfast as expected for motel. Good choice for a budget stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable. Affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Joann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff members were courteous. My only complaint is the toilet paper that is being supplied must’ve the cheapest they could find because it is extremely thin and rough.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Javier

Not bad
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price and location - it can’t be beat. I grew up in Gainesville and honestly never expected this property to be one that felt fresh and safe. The owners have done a great job and I quite enjoy staying there every time I come back home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We were pleasantly surprised at how clean and updated the facilities were. Our only complaint was that the mattress was really hard and uncomfortable. We will use again on another visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

R Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Spotlessly clean room. Pleasant property. Great stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel!!! Cute space.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Very friendly and helpful desk clerk.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Cherai

Liked: Cleanliness
Not sure where at the great reviews are coming from. The staff were very friendly. Our room did not look like the pictures, it was very old, dated and smelled. The walls were very thin and we were up all night with a laughing woman and the door opening and closing. The is a fire station close by and the sound of their engines blared day and night. If you want a cheap place you stay and no sleep and a smelly old room this is the place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and staff was great. A little age was evident in the fixtures, but nothing that was excessive.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Over all a nice place! Room by main road very noisy but staff was very accommodating and moved us to back of hotel. All of the staff was excellent!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, polite staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Competent and nice staff, clean and spacious rooms, dog friendly. Have stayed here several times and always have a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Caroline

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was dirty.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
While the room showed some age it was clean and the property was quiet. The area seemed safe and there are food options within walking distance of the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Berkley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel. We will come back again. Close to great local eateries. Fast drive to Dahlonega !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ella Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy no pet
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025