The Guest Lodge Gainesville

2.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Lobby
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
BBQ/picnic Area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

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520 Queen City Parkway, Gainesville, GA, 30501
  • Place, Brenau University
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Wilshire Trails Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(67 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Poolside

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(44 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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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 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Road Atlanta and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Midland Dog Park.

What's nearby

  • Brenau University - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Wilshire Trails Park - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Quinlan Visual Arts Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Lanier Technical College - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville - 9 min drive - 6.8 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
  • ‪Standard Service - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Downtown Drafts - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Guest Lodge Gainesville

Hotel with free parking, near Lake Lanier
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
  • 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

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

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 518 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 253 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 65 out of 1019 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this quaint hotel. Wonderful staff, very accommodating, not “chain-like”. Will stay there again on our return trip home.

10/10 Excellent

Lidia, N Bay Village

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, comfortable clean rooms, nice pool and grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly D

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

I will be back

Nice property
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No review. I answered tour questions!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

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

Will definitely be using again

It was a wonderful atmosphere, and a very pleasant place to stay. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking to stay at an affordable rate!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tedra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jarrel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The first night we got to the room it was as it was the previous time we have been there. At some point during the second day, we noticed two very large black bugs, crawling in the room on the ceiling, and we were unable to reach them in order to try to dispose of themso with that being said, we were not able to sleep the second night of our stay. We tried to reach out to the front desk to see if we were able to move rooms to no avail. We have never had anything but pleasant experiences. We would appreciate a refund whether it be full or partial.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveller
I’ll stay here in the future too!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lot of bugs..but to be expected as our room backs up against wooded area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

jasmine

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alfonso

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Angelica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was quick to respond with an issue with the t.v. and it was resolved promptly. Guest Lodge is great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value and outdoor seating around pool. Bathtub that works. Older but very clean and some updates.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay at an aging place. The staff was GREAT.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here while a family member was having surgery. Staff was very friendly. Place was quiet at night and during the day. Very accommodating for my situation has I didn't know how long I was going to be here. At the end of the regular reservation, I was easily able to extend my stay day by day without changing my room.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Okay for price. Breakfast was lacking a bit.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Rayne

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to hospital and reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable bed, cute decor
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Frederick

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Caitlyn

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025