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The Guest Lodge Gainesville

2.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Business centre
Lobby
Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Poolside
BBQ/picnic Area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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520 Queen City Parkway, Gainesville, GA, 30501
  • Place, Smithgall Arts Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Midland Dog Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Brenau University
    ‪12 min walk‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Poolside

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Poolside

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Poolside

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Poolside

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Poolside

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(70 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Gainesville

With a stay at The Guest Lodge Gainesville in Gainesville (Midtown), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Lanier and Smithgall Arts Center. .This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Midland Dog Park and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Brenau University.

What's nearby

  • Smithgall Arts Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Midland Dog Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Brenau University - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Wilshire Trails Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Quinlan Visual Arts Center - 4 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 15 min walk
  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪QuikTrip - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪CookOut - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kelley’s Tavern & Grill - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Guest Lodge Gainesville

The Guest Lodge Gainesville offers 96 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 96 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and complimentary newspapers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of The Guest Lodge Gainesville.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Gainesville? This hotel has 1701 square feet (158 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,701 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during November, December, January, and February:
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed on Christmas Day:
  • Front desk

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

4 total pets

Pets cannot be left unattended

Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

The listed deposit applies to local guests who reside within 25 miles of the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from April to October
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

GuestHouse Inn Gainesville

GuestHouse Inn Hotel Gainesville

Guest Lodge Gainesville

Guest Gainesville

Guesthouse Hotel Gainesville

The Gainesville Gainesville

The Guest Lodge Gainesville Hotel

The Guest Lodge Gainesville Gainesville

The Guest Lodge Gainesville Hotel Gainesville

The Guest Lodge Gainesville Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 551 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 244 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 60 out of 1009 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room. Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ma

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is my second time staying at your establishment and once again it was a comfy stay. I think her name is Stephanie who was there early in the morning when I came down for breakfast and she is very sweet.
This is actually a photo from my last visit. I should have take a picture of the pile of snow near my room.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Was supposed to have two queen beds and got two doubles instead. Comforter had stains on it. Hair on wall in shower from previous tenant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, room was clean. Had a nice start
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mario Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Th room was great and the hotel was cute. The only thing we encountered was a ton of bright light coming through the curtains at night. Would still come back to this lodge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice - room was clean. Update the hair dryers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Venancio

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Tyler

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Omar

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Will

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay at this property a few times each month. While it's not always perfect, it's always perfectly handled. The staff are friendly and accommodating. The rooms are each unique in the decor, which I like! If there's ever any problems, they are always resolved quickly and with a smile. I will continue to stay here on a regular basis.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Guest Lodge met all of our expectations and needs again. This was the third or fourth stay and the only issue was an emergency water line repair which the staff quickly and clearly communicated when the repair was to be made. It did not impact our stay. Parking is great if you’re brining a bass boat!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Don

Staff very friendly. Clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Namit

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Robert

The place is a nice place but after checkout they charged me a smoking charge and I don't even smoke
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Varundas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Na
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at The Guest Lodge several times and it is reliably clean, comfortable, and staffed with outstanding personnel. They make you feel welcome and when you check out, they always ask “how was your stay?” There is something “homey” about The Guest Lodge that our family enjoys and we always look forward to our stay there on our trips to and from FL.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very great front desk staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Kristopher

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
There was human hair in the shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
As always, the staff is very professional and helpful. The room was very clean. Had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Thank you guys for always making our stays comfortable and enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

JACQUELINE, GAINESVILLE

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the person at the Front desk and night desk were very courteous and helpful. 100 to them but the room was not that good. first entrance to the room found 2 coachroaches. not good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025