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The Gator Den Motel

2.5 star property
Dunnellon motel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant 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 CNY826
CNY920 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 8 - Apr 9

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Non Smoking (1 King Bed ADA)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Standard 1 King Bed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Large 1 King with Sleeper Sofa)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (2 Queen Beds) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (2 Queen Beds)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(55 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
12189 South Williams Street, Dunnellon, FL, 34432

What's nearby

  • Rainbow River - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Blue Run of Dunnellon Park - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Lake Rousseau - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Rainbow Springs State Park - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 24 min drive - 36.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Front Porch Restaurant & Pie - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Blue Gator of Dunnellon - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Gator Den Motel

The Gator Den Motel puts you just a 5-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 travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite 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 - Onsite 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 does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing 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

Gator Den Motel Citrus Springs
Gator Den Citrus Springs
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The Gator Den Motel Citrus Springs
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Gator Den
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 to 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 onsite activities like fishing and boat tours.

Are there restaurants at or near The Gator Den Motel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, The Blue Gator.

What's the area around The Gator Den Motel like?

The Gator Den Motel is located a short 14-minute walk from Rainbow River.

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Reviews

The Gator Den Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant and bar offered great food, drinks, and a fun atmosphere. (22 reviews)
  • Parking was convenient and well-managed with reserved spaces and easy access. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

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8/10 Very good

Comfortable room
june, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly bunch. Cleanest and best appointed in the area. Wish they included a continental breakfast. Thanks
marshall, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Satisfied all expectations
douglas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, friendly staff, helpful
Thomas, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cool little motel, well maintained. Having a restaurant/bar right there is really nice too.
William, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was all good. Met the owner and staff. It is a do over soon
Mark, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, spacious room, restaurant on premise with good food and cocktails.
Brenda, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good
Leslie, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice location, very clean
Elaina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was super clean, dog friendly and just overall a great stay! Some motorcycles left pretty early in the morning and woke me up but you know, it was a beautiful day for a ride so I hope they had fun and were safe! I did roll over and get back to sleep!
Monica, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Gator Den folks were very cordial and helpful. Will definitely go back!!
Helen, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great for a one stay while passing through. Room was very clean and food at the restaurant on the property was very good.
Charles, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I had a great time. The staff is very friendly and will go out of their way to help you with anything you need...
David, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

The room lacked the warm feeling on the decor. Was more like a man cave..
Mary J, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Third time I’ve stayed there always friendly staff very clean room and a great comfortable restaurant on the river always good times
Mike, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

awesome place
Denise, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

This is a unassuming little old style motel with updated amenities.
Dean, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was awesome 👌 clean and truly the most perfect temperature for the season. It was so bitter cold outside and inside the room was a safe haven. I dont even think i could get my home temperature that cozy. Second time staying and its always been one of my favorite spots
Jessica, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place we had a great time will be back
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice place! It appears newly renovated. Folks were incredibly nice! Ac and heat worked fine - hard getting it just right - but likely user error
Michael, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay!

Great place! Friendly staff! Room looked just like the picture!
melinda, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice clean rooms, air conditioner worked great. Good food and drinks at the bar and restaurant.
Mae, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, staff, and the rooms were newly remodeled. Right on the river, you can rent a variety of boats. You absolutely have to eat at The Blue Gator on property. Highly recommend the peel and eat shrimp!
Stephen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was great for a quick stay and the restaurant attached to the property was excellent!
Lindsey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and cozy. Staff is so friendly and welcoming.
Jamie, 1-night trip