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The Guest Lodge Gainesville

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Terrace/patio
BBQ/picnic area
Lobby
Business center
Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Poolside | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
$101
$83 nightly
$101 total
Total with taxes and fees
Apr 30 - May 1

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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 | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Poolside | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Poolside

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Room, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(70 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 305 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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

  • Smithgall Arts Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Midland Dog Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Brenau University - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Wilshire Trails Park - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Quinlan Visual Arts Center - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles

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 transportation

  • 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 crib
  • 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 center
  • 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 elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

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

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. 545 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 59 out of 1003 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

Traveled 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 traveler
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

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled 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 traveler
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

10/10 Excellent

Savana

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Yee Ming

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and the lobby area have been updated and look clean and nice. The outdoor swimming pool also looks well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Cherai

Liked: Cleanliness
Not sure where at the great reviews are coming from. The staff were very friendly. Our room did not look like the pictures, it was very old, dated and smelled. The walls were very thin and we were up all night with a laughing woman and the door opening and closing. The is a fire station close by and the sound of their engines blared day and night. If you want a cheap place you stay and no sleep and a smelly old room this is the place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were very comfortable in our room :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

6/10 Okay

Javier

Not bad
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025