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The Guest Lodge Gainesville

2.0 star property

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

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520 Queen City Parkway, Gainesville, GA, 30501

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

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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
(23 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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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

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

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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

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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

  • Midland Dog Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Smithgall Arts Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Brenau University - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Quinlan Visual Arts Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Lake Lanier - 3 min drive - 3.1 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
  • ‪Kelley’s Tavern & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 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. 541 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 242 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 60 out of 1003 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

John T.

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
We ended up here on a last minute need to go to Gainesville. This was the highest rated hotel with availability. The staff was really nice though the initial room that they gave us had not been cleaned. They tried to tell us that they had "inspections" and sometimes the inspector turns the bed down. I then asked if the inspectors eat in the rooms as well since there was food trash, paper plates and plastic forks on the countertops as well. They then moved us to another room that was adequate. Would stay again if I had, pickings are slim in Gainesville but the staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable. Affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ample parking, nice pool and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean rooms nice people. Nice spot for the money
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

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

8/10 Good

Ellen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly service desk, convenient location to restaurants. Room temp, beds, bathroom adequate for 1 night stay. Quiet. Continental breakfast as expected for motel. Good choice for a budget stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devon

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannuh

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary, Marietta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean budget friendly motel in Gainesville.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room, staff was extra friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We were pleasantly surprised at how clean and updated the facilities were. Our only complaint was that the mattress was really hard and uncomfortable. We will use again on another visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Warren

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
hair in bed,& on floor;no wash cloths;sink fixture leaks so items on counter get wet; shower w/ rain-style head has too little pressure to rinse soap from hair; good bit of road noise
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Caroline

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was dirty.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Yulexis

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great...super friendly staff. Clean rooms. Only suggestion is putting in smart TVs so you can sink your acess your personal movie apps.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Harmon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The sheet on the bed was dirty and also the pillowcase
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

TOSHIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, clean rooms, and wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ramon

I’m not sure
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Edna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The only problem was the heighth of the bed. We short people have trouble getting up on the bed. We need a small step stool. Otherwise it was a very nice stay. Thank You
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
The back parking lot was dark when we came in on Friday night. The front parking lot was full. the problem we had was that the mattress was as hard as a brick. We were tired but unable to rest well because of this. We've stayed at this property before but did not have this issue last year
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Frances

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room we were in was very noisy because it was close to the road. A motorcyclist blocked handicapped parking. Handicapped restroom was not easily accessible.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025