Gainesville Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Gainesville

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Midtown

When in Midtown, you can plan a visit to Quinlan Visual Arts Center and Wilshire Trails Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Midtown
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Downtown Gainesville

Downtown Gainesville might not have many top sights, but Quinlan Visual Arts Center and Wilshire Trails Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Downtown Gainesville
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Lake Ranch Estates

Lake Ranch Estates might not have many top sights, but Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park and Chattahoochee Golf Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Lake Ranch Estates
The Guest Lodge Gainesville

The Guest Lodge Gainesville

2 out of 5
520 Queen City Parkway, Gainesville, GA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"There were two different ladies that checked us in and out. They were both very, very sweet, kind and professional. This is the first time we have stayed here and we will return. The only problem we had was it is in a very noisy section of town. There is a very busy highway that runs in front of ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

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The Guest Lodge Gainesville
Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA

Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA

3 out of 5
124 EE BUTLER PARKWAY, Gainesville, GA
The price is NZ$295 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$295
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (223 reviews)
"The room wasn’t accessible for my mom but the night shift welcome desk clerk was amazing and the younger lady at the breakfast bar and the cook were so nice and accommodating"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA
Motel 6 Gainesville, GA

Motel 6 Gainesville, GA

2 out of 5
1585 Monroe Dr, Gainesville, GA
The price is NZ$140 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$140
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.4/10 (800 reviews)
"Welcoming Staff and property management. Been very accommodating toy animals. Housekeeping does an excellent job. They check on your needs daily. Beautiful grounds that are maintained. Quiet environment. I don't have kids, but the motel & area are appropriate for both!"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Motel 6 Gainesville, GA
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
LAKE LANIER CASTLE..YOUR OWN PRIVATE RESORT. BOATS, JETSKIS. PICKLEBALL, POOL

LAKE LANIER CASTLE..YOUR OWN PRIVATE RESORT. BOATS, JETSKIS. PICKLEBALL, POOL

Gainesville
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Chattahoochee Golf ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
"Bellissimo Castle was a fun weekend retreat for our team outing. The house had many gathering spaces, inside and out, that made our time together enjoyable. The large kitchen with multiple refrigerators and double dishwashers made food & beverage prep & cleanup easy for our large group. Lake Lanier ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

LAKE LANIER CASTLE..YOUR OWN PRIVATE RESORT. BOATS, JETSKIS. PICKLEBALL, POOL
Brown Bungalow with King bed by the lake

Brown Bungalow with King bed by the lake

Gainesville
Stay at this vacation home in Gainesville. Enjoy a garden, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Lake Lanier and Oaks Miniature Golf ...
7/10 Good! (33 reviews)
"Bigger than it looks from outside, plenty of space for at least 5 people. Listing shows its lakeside or at least has a dock but it does not sit on the lakeside exactly. It is near the lake."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025

Brown Bungalow with King bed by the lake
Brand new 3BR home on 10 wooded acres near Lake Lanier

Brand new 3BR home on 10 wooded acres near Lake Lanier

Gainesville
Stay at this vacation home in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Lake Lanier Olympic Park and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
"This is a very nice property. Loved the deer and wildlife in the area. The walk to the dock is nice and scenic. It helped get my steps in for the morning."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025

Brand new 3BR home on 10 wooded acres near Lake Lanier
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Don Carter State Park

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 cafes.

Don Carter State Park
Wilshire Trails Park

Wilshire Trails Park

Explore the great outdoors at Wilshire Trails Park, a lovely green space in Gainesville. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Wilshire Trails Park
Quinlan Visual Arts Center

Quinlan Visual Arts Center

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Quinlan Visual Arts Center in Gainesville. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Quinlan Visual Arts Center
Elachee Nature Science Center

Elachee Nature Science Center

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Elachee Nature Science Center in Gainesville. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Elachee Nature Science Center

Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville

Explore the great outdoors at Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville, a lovely green space in Gainesville. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville

Lanier Technical College

Explore the campus of Lanier Technical College during your visit to Gainesville. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Lanier Technical College

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