Top 10 Hotels Near Lake Lanier in 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 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.

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

17.2 km from Lake Lanier

Catherine

P7,644

P9,027 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

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

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

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

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

15.8 km from Lake Lanier

Vishnu Vardhan Rao

P7,190

P8,798 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a large mirror.

A modern living room with a fireplace, seating area, and a kitchen visible through an open doorway.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, a dishwasher, and a bar area with two black bar stools.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a mirrored wall.

3. Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites

9.3 km from Lake Lanier

John

P6,412

P7,687 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

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

17.4 km from Lake Lanier

JoAnn

P6,487

P7,708 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a central fire feature, and a restaurant area.

A modern lobby with a round seating area, a large window with a view of the street, and a chandelier.

A modern bar area with a high counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles.

A modern gym with wooden cabinets, a wall-mounted TV, and various exercise equipment including dumbbells and benches.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA

15.9 km from Lake Lanier

Steven

P8,966

P10,624 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern coffee shop interior with a seating area, a coffee machine, and a laptop on the table.

A modern indoor area with a beverage kiosk, snack display, and seating area with a view.

An outdoor grill with a burger on a plate, condiments, and a glass of water on a table.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a microwave, and a dishwasher.

6. Candlewood Suites Oakwood by IHG

9.2 km from Lake Lanier

Conrad

P7,393

P8,816 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Johns Creek

25.4 km from Lake Lanier

Liezl

P6,391

P7,647 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

8. Comfort Inn & Suites Buford near Mall of Georgia

15.1 km from Lake Lanier

Albert

P5,262

P6,260 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a pool, and string lights.

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

A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a covered patio area.

A spacious room with a high ceiling, a large window, a wooden bar area, and a seating area with chairs and a sofa.

9. The Guest Lodge Gainesville

15.2 km from Lake Lanier

Justin

P4,741

P5,765 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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.

10. Homewood Suites By Hilton Buford Mall Of Ga

18.7 km from Lake Lanier

Shakela

P7,398

P8,747 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A modern lobby with a large seating area, a fireplace, and large windows.

A buffet with various food items, including omelets and cheese.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a kitchen in the background.

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dawsonville by IHG

15.6 km from Lake Lanier

Robert

P7,957

P9,544 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An indoor swimming pool with a 3 ft 6 in no diving sign, surrounded by chairs and potted plants.

A kitchen counter with a sink, a mirror, and various toiletries.

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

A reception area with a check-in counter, a seating area with a patterned rug, and a wall with a travel-themed poster.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Flowery Branch Lake Lanier

7.2 km from Lake Lanier

Ava

P8,589

P10,191 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Buford Mall of Georgia

18.2 km from Lake Lanier

Samuel

P6,870

P8,145 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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

14. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Suwanee Johns Creek

23.6 km from Lake Lanier

Robert

P6,071

P7,295 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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."

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

18.2 km from Lake Lanier

Geraldine

P5,583

P6,928 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

A modern kitchen with a long counter, multiple food dispensers, and hanging pendant lights.

A spacious lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a cityscape mural on the wall.

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Braselton

21.7 km from Lake Lanier

Danny

P7,556

P9,079 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

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

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites Atlanta Cumming/Johns Creek

20.8 km from Lake Lanier

nihal

P6,838

P8,177 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 hotel lobby with seating areas, a fireplace, and a view of the city.

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

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

18. Hyatt Place Atlanta/Duluth/Johns Creek

25.9 km from Lake Lanier

Scott

P5,263

P6,353 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A laundry room with two white Whirlpool washers and dryers, a wooden stool, and grey tiled flooring.

A hotel room with a blue accent wall, a sofa with patterned cushions, a small round ottoman, a desk with a lamp, and a framed artwork on the wall.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television screen.

19. Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

13.3 km from Lake Lanier

Joanne and Shepard

P7,935

P9,439 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A gym with treadmills, dumbbells, and a bench.

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements including sofas, chairs, and tables.

A modern hotel building with a prominent "HOME 2" sign, a covered outdoor area with seating, and a landscaped entrance.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, seating area, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton Buford Mall of Georgia

17.4 km from Lake Lanier

Gus

P9,054

P10,635 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Lanier

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buford – Mall of Georgia by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 394 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cumming near Northside Hospital Forsyth	9.2 Wonderful 644 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites	9.0 Wonderful 844 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Atlanta Buford/Mall of Georgia	9.0 Wonderful 453 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA	9.6 Exceptional 360 reviews	View

Top Lake Lanier Hotel Reviews

Candlewood Suites Oakwood by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Our room had a well-equipped kitchen, and it was very spacious. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely return."

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

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient location great coffee never made it up for breakfast but that was one reason why we chose it and overall quiet and comfortable beds"

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Flowery Branch Lake Lanier

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great! Bed wasn’t very comfortable but that’s the only issue we had!"

Other attractions near Lake Lanier

New Wave Cable Park

2.6/10 (4 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to New Wave Cable Park during your trip to Flowery Branch. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.

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Bobby Bailey Tennis Center

Catch an event at Bobby Bailey Tennis Center during your trip to Flowery Branch. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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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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Big Creek Greenway

7.2/10 (5 reviews)

You can take time to visit Big Creek Greenway during your travels to Buford. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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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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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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Oaks Miniature Golf

6.6/10 (14 reviews)

You can take time to visit Oaks Miniature Golf during your travels to Oakwood. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's festivals.

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Gainesville Theatre Alliance

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Gainesville Theatre Alliance on your trip to Oakwood. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Lanier?

Lake Lanier is located in an area that travelers like for its shopping. You'll find 79 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Lake Lanier?

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 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from Lake Lanier. Another good choice is Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Flowery Branch Lake Lanier, located 4.5 mi (7.2 km) away.

How many hotels will I find close to Lake Lanier?

Expedia has 79 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Lake Lanier.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Lanier, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Lake Lanier.

What can I see and do near Lake Lanier?

Create some family memories at New Wave Cable Park and Margaritaville at Lanier Islands. Explore nature at Big Creek Greenway and Sunset Cove Beach. You might plan a visit to Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course or Bobby Bailey Tennis Center while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for Lake Lanier hotels

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

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

3. Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites

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

5. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA

6. Candlewood Suites Oakwood by IHG

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Johns Creek

8. Comfort Inn & Suites Buford near Mall of Georgia

9. The Guest Lodge Gainesville

10. Homewood Suites By Hilton Buford Mall Of Ga

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dawsonville by IHG

12. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Flowery Branch Lake Lanier

13. Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Buford Mall of Georgia

14. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Suwanee Johns Creek

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

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Braselton

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites Atlanta Cumming/Johns Creek

18. Hyatt Place Atlanta/Duluth/Johns Creek

19. Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton Buford Mall of Georgia

Compare popular hotels close to Lake Lanier

Top Lake Lanier Hotel Reviews

Candlewood Suites Oakwood by IHG

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

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Flowery Branch Lake Lanier

Other attractions near Lake Lanier

New Wave Cable Park

Bobby Bailey Tennis Center

Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course

Big Creek Greenway

Margaritaville at Lanier Islands

Sunset Cove Beach

Oaks Miniature Golf

Gainesville Theatre Alliance

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