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The Gator Den Motel

2.5 star property
Dunnellon motel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Large 1 King with Sleeper Sofa) | Interior detail
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Restaurant
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Relax at The Gator Den Motel, where rustic charm meets waterfront views. Enjoy fishing and boat tours on site, or savor a meal at the restaurant with WiFi to stay connected. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Air conditioning
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Boat tours

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free self parking
$110 nightly
The total price is $123
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Sep 30 - Oct 1
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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

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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
(6 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) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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 neighborhood

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

The Gator Den Motel is a great choice for a stay in Dunnellon. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Boat tours
  • Fishing

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

The Blue Gator - Onsite restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Pets

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

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Gator Den Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Gator Den Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Gator Den Motel?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Gator Den Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Gator Den Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Gator Den Motel and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like fishing and boat tours.

Are there restaurants at or near The Gator Den Motel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, The Blue Gator.

What's the area around The Gator Den Motel like?

The Gator Den Motel is located a short 9-minute walk from Rainbow River.

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The Gator Den Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Restaurant
Food
River
Bed
Parking
Location
Bar
Family friendly

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant and bar served great food and drinks with a fun atmosphere. (17 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay while visiting Rainbow River State Park. The room was clean and comfortable. Will definitely stay again 😄
Darren, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Centrally located…very nice rooms! The owner was super friendly!
thomas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

hotel was clean and comfortable!
Jennifer, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Great location for launching a boat,
Tammy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay!

The stay was amazing. Tim and his staff were friendly and helpful. The room was clean and newly renovated. We will be back!
Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Office people great! Clean updated rooms Good food at restaurant. Enjoyed my stay.
peggy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms are updated, clean and comfortable beds.
Joni, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A unique and friendly place, good food and my room was perfect
Michele, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect little spot to stay for Rainbow Springs adventures. The rooms are basic, but the beds are comfy, the pillows squishy, and the A/C is ice cold. The restaurant has amazing steamed shrimp. The staff were really nice too. The only comment I did have is that the weekday maid smokes the entire time she's cleaning, so there is a lingering scent of cigarettes. But the weekend housekeeper is delightfully friendly.
Gina, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Robin, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean updated motel rooms. Convenient to boating and springs. Price for rooms is higher than most
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
andrew, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff and small town flavor.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very clean and convenient location.
Kipp, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice

Easy check in, very friendly. Close to everything, and the Blue Gator restaurant was amazing.
Vanessia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Karen S, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean and convenient location
Paul, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Deborah, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We were so pleased with our room and the fun Tiki Bar/Restaurant. Great food and drinks. Would book again.
Kim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Motel

One of the cleanest motels, has been remodeled and done right, so nice. Great place to stay!
Rick, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome! Clean...staff great. Just all around a good experience.
Gregory, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff!!
Heather, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It has been upgraded! Very nice! Clean! Friendly staff! Tiki bar restaurant next door!
LYNN, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Definitely will stay again, very clean and comfortable.
Dawn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely little place right on the river! Great fish tacos and grouper fingers. Perfect for diving rainbow river!
Helena, 1-night trip