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The Guest Lodge Gainesville

2.0 star property

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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520 Queen City Parkway, Gainesville, GA, 30501
  • Place, Midland Dog Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Brenau University
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Lanier
    ‪3 min drive‬

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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
(69 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Twin 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
  • 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 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Road Atlanta and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Midland Dog Park.

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
  • Wilshire Trails Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 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
  • ‪Standard Service - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 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
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. 528 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1005 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jadwiga

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Competent and nice staff, clean and spacious rooms, dog friendly. Have stayed here several times and always have a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great experience at this hotel! The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. It wasn’t just one person that was friendly, it was every staff member that we talked to. Marisol was so friendly at check in and gave us great information. I was traveling with older family members and one of the staff (I didn’t get his name) actually came to the room to help when they had questions about the coffee maker. It was a small thing that probably could have been handled on the phone, but the man took the time to actually show them how to use it. I’d recommend this hotel to anyone who asked.

8/10 Good

Ty

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Robin

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith, Brookhaven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Carolyn

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly however, Bathroom had mold in tiles. No soap at sink; one had to get body wash out of shower to wash hands. Hair dryer did not work and telephone had red blinking light, as if there was a message but there was not. hostess did not know how to turn it off.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jess

Liked: Staff & service

Ok Stay

Hotel is old. Room smell was stale and moldy. Needs a remodel. Service was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria

Travelled with partner
Very basic accommodations…clean. We wanted a place to sleep, nothing extravagant and this fit the bill. Room was fine except AC was very noisy and I did not sleep so that was a negative. The cost was the best feature…it was very reasonable at 129.00/night. Also the staff was amazingly friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JD

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older property but meticulously maintained. Great bargain for a quick overnight stay before we headed up to the mountains.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Room was nice and cozy! Staff extremely nice and helpful, especially Edwina at the front desk!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Luke

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
I found out the sheets were little dirty and no breakfast. It’s hard to see the other cars come out or else.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Deyja

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joel, Statham

Ok
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Joel, Statham

Older property. Ok but not worth the $. Smell in the room covered with some kind of air freshener sticks. Stayed to be near the hospital. Ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Great hospitality. Sirens at about 3AM both nights. Could use some simple remodeling and better mattresses but ok for the price we paid. Had convenient parking right at our door.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family

Not the worst... but definitely not great.

This hotel is fine, but... I probably won't choose to stay here again. The bathroom is TINY, and very dated. The toilet is uncomfortable, the shower nozzle for hot water is weird and didn't work very well. The bed and other furniture were fine. Breakfast was sad - packaged danishes and a lousy selection of cereals. There were trains running all night long that were close enough to be LOUD. The service was fine - everyone I interacted with was polite and accommodating... but overall, I don't think I'm likely to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
On thing Expedia site says there's a bar on site and there isn't.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara, Meridian

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Guest Lodge was a very conveniently located hotel. It was nice to have very central access to the activities I needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley, Anderson

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well-kept older building with comfortable bedding and friendly staff. Pet fee is $25/pet which seems a bit high. Satisfied with the experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025