Relax at The Gator Den Motel, where rustic charm meets waterfront views. Enjoy fishing and boat tours on site, or savor a meal at the restaurant with WiFi to stay connected. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
Non-smoking
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Main amenities (5)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Air conditioning
Limited hour front desk
Boat tours
Feel at home (6)
Microwave
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
Free self-parking
The current price is €128
€128
includes taxes & fees
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Room options
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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Non Smoking (1 King Bed ADA)
Highlights
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Standard 1 King Bed)
Highlights
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Large 1 King with Sleeper Sofa)
Highlights
Air conditioning
TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (2 Queen Beds)
Aquatic Wilderness Adventures - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
Rainbow Springs State Park - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
K.P. Hole County Park - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
Juliette Falls Golf - 13 min drive - 13.9 km
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 2 min drive
Swampy's - 15 min walk
Taco Bell - 15 min walk
Front Porch Restaurant & Pie - 16 min walk
About this property
The Gator Den Motel
The Gator Den Motel puts you a short five-minute drive from Rainbow Springs State Park. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
12 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Boat tours
Fishing
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
The Blue Gator – On-site restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
The Gator Den Motel Motel
The Gator Den Motel Dunnellon
The Gator Den Motel Motel Dunnellon
Frequently asked questions
Does The Gator Den Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Gator Den Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Gator Den Motel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Gator Den Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Gator Den Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Gator Den Motel and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as fishing and boat tours.
Are there restaurants at or near The Gator Den Motel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, The Blue Gator.
What's the area around The Gator Den Motel like?
The Gator Den Motel is a short 9-minute walk from Rainbow River and 20 minutes' walk from Aquatic Wilderness Adventures.
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The Gator Den Motel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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River
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Location
Bar
Family friendly
What guests liked
The on-site restaurant and bar served great food and drinks with a fun atmosphere. (16 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
26 May 2025
Clean updated motel rooms. Convenient to boating and springs. Price for rooms is higher than most
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 May 2025
Nice and clean. Friendly staff. Bed was a little hard but I perfect a really soft bed. Restaurant had excellent food. I would stay again.
Deborah
Deborah, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Apr 2025
Very nice
Easy check in, very friendly. Close to everything, and the Blue Gator restaurant was amazing.
Vanessia
Vanessia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Feb 2025
Very nice pet friendly hotel. The staff was so very nice.
Anita
Anita, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Feb 2025
Friendly staff and small town flavor.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Feb 2025
Very clean and convenient location.
Kipp
Kipp, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Mar 2025
Cute Little Roadhouse Inn
Stayed for 2 nights and was a good location to explore this amazing areal. Would definitely stay again. Beds were very comfortable.
Karen S
Karen S, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Jan 2025
Great little place with on site dinning on the river. Excellent staff and very clean. Food was great too!
Wendy
Wendy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Feb 2025
We were so pleased with our room and the fun Tiki Bar/Restaurant. Great food and drinks. Would book again.
Kim
Kim, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Feb 2025
Very clean motel. Nice eatery down the road.
Henry
Henry, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Feb 2025
Lovely little place right on the river! Great fish tacos and grouper fingers. Perfect for diving rainbow river!
Helena
Helena, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Feb 2025
The blue Hator pub next door and park to walk dog across the street!
Penelope
Penelope, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 Feb 2025
Updated rooms. Boat rental on site!
Deborah
Deborah, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Dec 2024
Excellent Motel
One of the cleanest motels, has been remodeled and done right, so nice. Great place to stay!
Rick
Rick, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Dec 2024
Very friendly staff!!
Heather
Heather, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Feb 2025
Great motel
Staff was friend and accommodating since I arrived after closing hours. Room was clean and comfortable. Parking was a tad wonky but doable. Will stay at again.
TRACEY
TRACEY, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
3 Feb 2025
Swimming with the Manatees!
Funky, Clean and comfortable old time motel!
Laurie
Laurie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Mar 2025
Outstanding
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Dec 2024
Very clean. Great place to stay.
Lena
Lena, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Dec 2024
Very kind and helpful at front desk. Very clean for older motel.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 Feb 2025
Surprisingly clean and nicely updated roadside motel. A restaurant next door has pretty decent food and drinks. Right next to a river but we did not have time to explore more.
Raechung
Raechung, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Feb 2025
Hidden Gem
Easy check in. The place has a fresh coat of paint on the outside. There’s a bar on site with a bunch of friendly regulars. You have got to try the blue gator drink.
TODD
TODD, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Dec 2024
Great place to stay. Clean. Friendly and helpful staff. Will definitely be back.
Aubree
Aubree, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jan 2025
Rooms were very clean and like brand new. Also the room had a big screen with ROKU.