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The Gator Den Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Dunnellon with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Restaurant
Front of property
Restaurant
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Large 1 King with Sleeper Sofa) | Interior detail
The Gator Den Motel combines rustic charm with practical waterfront living. Guests can fish from the property or join on-site boat tours. The restaurant offers good meals and WiFi. Staff members earn consistent praise for their helpful service.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$209
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Non Smoking (1 King Bed ADA)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Standard 1 King Bed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Large 1 King with Sleeper Sofa)

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Large 1 King with Sleeper Sofa) | Interior detail

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Large 1 King with Sleeper Sofa)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (2 Queen Beds)

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (2 Queen Beds)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Map
12189 South Williams Street, Dunnellon, FL, 34432

What's nearby

  • Rainbow River - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Rainbow Springs State Park - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • El Diablo Golf & Country Club - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • K.P. Hole County Park - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Juliette Falls Golf - 13 min drive - 13.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Blue Gator of Dunnellon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Swampy's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Gator Den Motel

Property highlights
The Gator Den Motel provides amenities, such as a bar and a restaurant. Enjoy on-site activities, such as fishing and boat tours. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Gator Den Motel feature comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Microwaves, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Blue Gator

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Fishing

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Gator Den Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Gator Den Motel?

As of 25 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gator Den Motel on 28 Sept 2025 start from NZ$209.26, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Gator Den Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Gator Den Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Gator Den Motel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Gator Den Motel located?

Situated in Dunnellon, this motel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Rainbow River and within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Rousseau and Rainbow Springs State Park. El Diablo Golf & Country Club is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

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Reviews

The Gator Den Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 333 out of 463 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 463 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 463 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 463 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 463 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Amenities
Very nice place we had a great time will be back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay while visiting Rainbow River State Park. The room was clean and comfortable. Will definitely stay again 😄
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My wife ordered a hamburger at the restaurant and it was tough, but manager would not remove charge or discount it. my grouper sandwich was great though! The room was a great price and very comfortable and the gentleman at front counter was very nice and accommodating!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great old style single floor motel. The staff are so friendly and welcoming with a laid back yet customer service focused approach. The room is on the pricey side compared with other places but the location and food onsite make it worth it. The bar and restaurant staff are brilliant. Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great for a quick stay and the restaurant attached to the property was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandi

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel had recently been renovated in the room, reflected very well of that. Modern bathroom, great floors, bed and pillows were very comfortable. This was a spur of the moment stay and we were not disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location for launching a boat,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
hotel was clean and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located…very nice rooms! The owner was super friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A unique and friendly place, good food and my room was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Office people great! Clean updated rooms Good food at restaurant. Enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Irene

Liked: Amenities
We were pleasantly surprised that this older property had clean and recently rennovated rooms. Beds were comfy, towels were thick. Down side was you could hear the neighbors and some road noise. But all and all a good stay for a,quick overnight on our way south.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice

Easy check in, very friendly. Close to everything, and the Blue Gator restaurant was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small motel, I believe about 10 rooms, which appear to have been recently updated. Tiki Bar on the grounds, which sits on the river, and the food is great (ask about the chocolate mousse pie). Checkin and checkout very smooth and easy, and everyone is very friendly. As a guest, we were able to fish off the dock. We have stayed twice now, and a great experience each time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are updated, clean and comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If your in the area or even if you have to travel I highly recommend gator den they have really nice rooms , accommodating staff, and a delicious restaurant next to it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean updated motel rooms. Convenient to boating and springs. Price for rooms is higher than most
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a nice little place. There is a nice restaurant and bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kipp

Very clean and convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and clean. Friendly staff. Bed was a little hard but I perfect a really soft bed. Restaurant had excellent food. I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff and small town flavor.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute Little Roadhouse Inn

Stayed for 2 nights and was a good location to explore this amazing areal. Would definitely stay again. Beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Motel

One of the cleanest motels, has been remodeled and done right, so nice. Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024