Gainesville Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A street with a car parked on the side, a building with a neon sign, and a brick facade.
A red truck with hay bales and pumpkins on the back.
A dense canopy of green leaves against a clear blue sky.
A forest path surrounded by tall trees and covered with fallen leaves.
A street corner with a 'DO NOT ENTER' sign, a brick building with 'PURCHASE EFFECT' signage, and a green-lit building with a 'William J. Stokes Jr.' sign.

Our guide on where to stay in Gainesville

Find the best Gainesville areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Gainesville

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

Midtown

When in Midtown, you can plan a visit to Wilshire Trails Park and Frances Meadows Aquatic Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Lake Ranch Estates

Lake Ranch Estates might not have many top sights, but Chattahoochee Golf Club and Regal Hollywood - Gainesville are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Westside

When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville and Chicopee Woods Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

The Guest Lodge Gainesville

The Guest Lodge Gainesville

2 out of 5
520 Queen City Parkway Gainesville GA
The price is NZ$169 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
NZ$169
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"The handicap accessible room was nice for Mom, she 91 on a walker. We parked right at the door in front of the room. The handicap ramp is short and steep. Everything was clean. I noticed the trash cans around the pool needed emptying. We were expecting a little more from the breakfast that came with ..."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

The Guest Lodge Gainesville
Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA

Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA

3 out of 5
124 E E Butler Pkwy Gainesville GA
The price is NZ$292 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$292
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville - Lake Lanier Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville - Lake Lanier Area by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1189 Dawsonville Hwy Gainesville GA
The price is NZ$260 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$260
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Regal Hollywood - Gainesville and ...
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville - Lake Lanier Area by IHG
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 Retreat, Dock, Firepit, Home Theater,HotTub

Lake Lanier Retreat, Dock, Firepit, Home Theater,HotTub

Gainesville GA
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Gainesville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions Regal Hollywood - Gainesville ...
9/10 Wonderful! (10 reviews)
"Beatifull"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Lake Lanier Retreat, Dock, Firepit, Home Theater,HotTub
A-Frame Modern Minimalist Dream: 3-bed, 2bath; Hot Tub & Cold Plunge

A-Frame Modern Minimalist Dream: 3-bed, 2bath; Hot Tub & Cold Plunge

Gainesville GA
Stay at this holiday home in Gainesville. Enjoy private pools, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lake Lanier and Oaks Miniature Golf are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
"This is a unique, well-designed, European-inspired A-Frame. We loved the outdoor space with a hot tub and fire pit. Cold plunge was fun too! Seeing deer most days was an extra treat. The property is a short drive to downtown Gainesville which has lovely shops and good restaurants. I highly recommend ..."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

A-Frame Modern Minimalist Dream: 3-bed, 2bath; Hot Tub & Cold Plunge
Gorgeous view house

Gorgeous view house

Gainesville GA
Stay at this holiday home in Gainesville. Popular attractions Regal Hollywood - Gainesville and Wilshire Trails Park are located nearby.
Gorgeous view house
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.

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