The Best Hotels Closest to Don Carter State Park in Gainesville for 2026

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A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a pool, and string lights.

A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a covered patio area.

A spacious room with a high ceiling, a large window, a wooden bar area, and a seating area with chairs and a sofa.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a lamp.

1. The Guest Lodge Gainesville

Midtown, 12.8 km from Don Carter State Park

Cheislyn

￥12,062

￥14,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A breakfast bar with juice dispensers, a waffle maker, and various food items.

A swimming pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by a beige building with a covered patio area and a metal fence.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.

A Hampton Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a welcoming sign.

2. Hampton Inn Gainesville

12.7 km from Don Carter State Park

Christa

￥20,098

￥23,884 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a central fire feature, and a restaurant area.

A modern lobby with a round seating area, a large window with a view of the street, and a chandelier.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Courtyard by Marriott' sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern bar area with a high counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles.

3. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA

Downtown Gainesville, 12 km from Don Carter State Park

John

￥23,446

￥27,734 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a television screen.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a modern design, multiple parking spaces, and a landscaped entrance area.

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pool.

A hotel room with a bed, a coffee machine, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville - Lake Lanier Area by IHG

14 km from Don Carter State Park

Bryan

￥19,577

￥23,284 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a large mirror.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a mirrored wall.

A multi-story hotel with a gas station attached, featuring a prominent 'Best Price Plus' sign.

A modern living room with a fireplace, seating area, and a kitchen visible through an open doorway.

5. Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites

21.1 km from Don Carter State Park

charlotte

￥15,247

￥18,306 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, large potted plants, and a reception desk.

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large abstract painting.

A landscaped area with a rock garden and a building entrance.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a flag display, and a well-lit facade.

6. Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

14.6 km from Don Carter State Park

Joseph

￥19,092

￥22,736 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a reception desk, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A landscaped courtyard with a pathway, benches, and various trees.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a coffee machine, and a food display.

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a bar.

7. Comfort Inn & Suites

Midtown, 12.2 km from Don Carter State Park

Juan

￥13,442

￥16,229 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, multiple seating options, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden wall.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large window providing natural light.

A corner market with refrigerated beverage dispensers and shelves stocked with snacks and beverages.

A reception area with a corner market, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a large window with a tree view.

8. Fairfield Inn and Suites Gainesville

14.6 km from Don Carter State Park

Edgar

￥23,739

￥28,070 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

A modern coffee shop interior with a seating area, a coffee machine, and a laptop on the table.

A compact kitchen with a dining area, equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker.

A self-serve area with a refrigerated beverage cooler, snack bins, and a sign for Candlewood Cupboard.

9. Candlewood Suites Oakwood by IHG

21.1 km from Don Carter State Park

Kenneth D

￥18,344

￥21,866 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, red umbrellas, and string lights.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and refrigerator. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a sofa, ottoman, and a small side table. There is a television and a lamp on the side table. The room has a patterned carpet and a door leading to another room.

A hotel lobby with a seating area featuring blue and red chairs, a small round table, and a sofa with blue cushions. There is a reception desk in the background with a counter and a television mounted on the wall.

10. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Gainesville

14.7 km from Don Carter State Park

Chris

￥25,281

￥29,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A spacious entryway with a large rug, a chandelier, and a staircase leading to another room.

A large, modern house with a symmetrical design, featuring a central entrance, multiple windows, and a sloped roof.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, white sofas, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

A dining table with a variety of food and drinks, including grapes, cheese, and a bottle of wine, set against a backdrop of large windows with wicker blinds.

11. The Inn at Blackberry HIll

19.7 km from Don Carter State Park

Billie

￥39,691

￥46,814 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A multi-story motel with a brick facade, balconies, and a well-maintained lawn.

A kitchenette with a coffee maker, water cooler, and stainless steel thermos.

A motel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a fenced area.

12. Motel 6 Gainesville, GA

12.5 km from Don Carter State Park

Renee

￥8,526

￥10,883 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A hotel room with two beds, a large framed picture of a train, a lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

A modern living room with patterned sofas, a brown armchair, a flat-screen TV, and a small table.

A large sign for a Speedway gas station with a red building in the background.

A Super 8 motel with a red exterior, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

13. Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville

13.3 km from Don Carter State Park

Noe

￥10,351

￥12,675 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A circular outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs, surrounded by a gravel and grass border, with a tree and a building in the background.

Two single beds with white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A two-story brick building with a flat roof and a covered front porch.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, white tiled walls, and a shower curtain.

14. Georgianna Motel

Westside, 15.8 km from Don Carter State Park

Larry

￥8,655

￥10,725 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a round table with a vase, and a ceiling fan.

A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a dining table with red chairs, and a large window offering a view of the street and buildings.

A modern dining area with a glass table and chairs, a large window with a view of a building, and a kitchen area with a coffee machine.

A reception area with a reception desk, two leather chairs, a clock, and a lamp.

15. Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area

13.1 km from Don Carter State Park

Walter

￥10,875

￥13,277 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a white door, a table, and a wall-mounted picture.

A laundry room with multiple washing machines, a security camera, and a framed poster on the wall.

A reception desk with a 'HomeTowne Studios by RedRoof' sign, a clock, and a 'BediCard' advertisement.

A multi-story motel with a parking lot, featuring a central entrance with a red door, multiple balconies, and a parking area with several cars.

16. HomeTowne Studios By Red Roof Gainesville, GA

13.7 km from Don Carter State Park

Gina

￥9,093

￥11,228 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a television, a dining table, a sofa, and a patterned carpet.

A vending machine with Pepsi and Coca-Cola logos, a Coca-Cola bottle image, and a selection of drink options.

A reception area with a green 'Quality' mat, framed certificates, a clock, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

17. Quality Inn Oakwood - Gainesville

21.3 km from Don Carter State Park

Rana

￥13,103

￥15,839 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a forested area.

A dining area with a wooden table, white chairs, a chandelier, and a fruit basket.

A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

A two-story house with a porch and a staircase leading to a balcony.

18. Near Helen, Waterfalls & Hiking! Quiet Mtn Retreat

15.2 km from Don Carter State Park

￥37,304

￥65,917 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A tent-like structure with a porch, two chairs, and a hammock.

Two individuals playing a wooden block game outdoors, with a tent and trees in the background.

A tented room with a bed, a small table with a sign, a lamp, and a window.

A room with two black chairs, a small wooden table, a potted plant, a striped rug, and a window with a black frame.

19. Timberline Glamping River Forks

18 km from Don Carter State Park

￥16,914

￥41,495 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

20. Bungalow by the Lake

19.6 km from Don Carter State Park

￥13,912

￥42,975 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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Compare popular hotels close to Don Carter State Park

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Guest Lodge Gainesville	8.6 Excellent 1,015 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Gainesville	8.8 Excellent 802 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA	9.6 Exceptional 352 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville - Lake Lanier Area by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 438 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites	9.0 Wonderful 833 reviews	View

Top Don Carter State Park Hotel Reviews

The Guest Lodge Gainesville

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice rooms and staff always friendly and professional. We’ve stayed here several times on our travels to FL and back, and have a consistently enjoyable stay.. Great location and well maintained small hotel, unique compared to a large commercial chain hotel."

Quality Inn Cornelia

8/10 Good

"Overall good hotel to stay in if you want to save some money and be 30 minutes from Helen GA (if you're planning a trip there). My room did not come with a bottle of body wash so bring your own, but it did come with shampoo and conditioner bottles. Towels are dirty, but just ask the front desk for new ones. The room in general is clean."

Days Inn by Wyndham Dahlonega University Area

8/10 Good

"Room smelled and looked clean. Only disadvantage was sounds being heard through the walls and hearing traffic. Breakfast sometimes ran out if you don't go early enough. Hot water and staff was friendly"

The Smith House

10/10 Excellent

"Very easy check in and the room was lovely."

Dahlonega Resort and Vineyard

10/10 Excellent

"The room was immaculate. We really enjoyed our stay. We would recommend staying there to everyone we know"

Comfort Inn & Suites Dahlonega University Area

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice and quiet stay. Second time booking here and will definitely book again."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dahlonega by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great location! Highly recommend! Staff provided excellent customer service, housekeeping was top notch, room was very comfortable and clean."

The Inn at Blackberry HIll

10/10 Excellent

"The Inn is a peaceful hidden gem. The property is beautiful and well manicured. The house, room and common areas were clean and with great decor. Breakfast was great. Would highly recommend."

Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Loved this Best western! Clean and well maintained, Staff very helpful and friendly. Would stay again. Variety of restaurants. Right of the freeway."

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Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville

9.2/10 (7 reviews)

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An art gallery with various paintings on the walls and a sculpture on a pedestal.

Quinlan Visual Arts Center

7.2/10 (25 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Quinlan Visual Arts Center during your stay in Gainesville. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Lula Park

Explore the great outdoors at Lula Park, a lovely green space in Lula.

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Lake Lanier Olympic Park

8.2/10 (11 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Lanier Olympic Park, a lovely green space in Gainesville. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Frances Meadows Aquatic Center

6.8/10 (3 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Frances Meadows Aquatic Center during your stay in Gainesville. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Chattahoochee Golf Club

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Gainesville at Chattahoochee Golf Club. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Smithgall Arts Center

6.6/10 (17 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Smithgall Arts Center on your trip to Gainesville. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Interactive Neighborhood for Kids

7.0/10 (25 reviews)

You can take time to visit Interactive Neighborhood for Kids during your travels to Gainesville. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Don Carter State Park?

Don Carter State Park is located in a welcoming area of Gainesville that travelers like for its lakeside setting and coffeehouses. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 5 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Don Carter State Park?

Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. You'll find it 7.5 mi (12 km) from Don Carter State Park. Other good choices in the area include The Guest Lodge Gainesville and Your Private Gated Castle Escape on Lake Lanier-Beachfront, Gym, Pool &Jacuzzi!.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Don Carter State Park?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Don Carter State Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Don Carter State Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Don Carter State Park.

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Our top choices for Don Carter State Park hotels

1. The Guest Lodge Gainesville

2. Hampton Inn Gainesville

3. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville - Lake Lanier Area by IHG

5. Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites

6. Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

7. Comfort Inn & Suites

8. Fairfield Inn and Suites Gainesville

9. Candlewood Suites Oakwood by IHG

10. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Gainesville

11. The Inn at Blackberry HIll

12. Motel 6 Gainesville, GA

13. Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville

14. Georgianna Motel

15. Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area

16. HomeTowne Studios By Red Roof Gainesville, GA

17. Quality Inn Oakwood - Gainesville

18. Near Helen, Waterfalls & Hiking! Quiet Mtn Retreat

19. Timberline Glamping River Forks

20. Bungalow by the Lake

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Top Don Carter State Park Hotel Reviews

The Guest Lodge Gainesville

Quality Inn Cornelia

Days Inn by Wyndham Dahlonega University Area

The Smith House

Dahlonega Resort and Vineyard

Comfort Inn & Suites Dahlonega University Area

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dahlonega by IHG

The Inn at Blackberry HIll

Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites

Other attractions near Don Carter State Park

Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville

Quinlan Visual Arts Center

Lula Park

Lake Lanier Olympic Park

Frances Meadows Aquatic Center

Chattahoochee Golf Club

Smithgall Arts Center

Interactive Neighborhood for Kids

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