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

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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 gym with wooden cabinets, a wall-mounted TV, and various exercise equipment including dumbbells and benches.

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

1. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA

Downtown Gainesville, 12 km from Don Carter State Park

John

￥23,767

￥28,113 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

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.

2. The Guest Lodge Gainesville

Midtown, 12.8 km from Don Carter State Park

Mark

￥12,321

￥14,951 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 Hampton Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a welcoming sign.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a window with a view.

3. Hampton Inn Gainesville

12.7 km from Don Carter State Park

Christa

￥20,373

￥24,210 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a television.

4. Comfort Inn & Suites

Midtown, 12.2 km from Don Carter State Park

Juan

￥13,626

￥16,451 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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 modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, a dishwasher, and a bar area with two black bar stools.

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

￥15,440

￥18,537 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

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

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

A buffet with labeled containers of turkey sausage and cookies.

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

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

14 km from Don Carter State Park

Bryan

￥19,845

￥23,602 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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.

A breakfast bar with a display case, bar stools, and a variety of breakfast items.

7. Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

14.6 km from Don Carter State Park

Joseph

￥19,092

￥22,736 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a television.

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

8. Candlewood Suites Oakwood by IHG

21.1 km from Don Carter State Park

Kenneth D

￥18,595

￥22,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

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

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

9. Fairfield Inn and Suites Gainesville

14.6 km from Don Carter State Park

Edgar

￥24,064

￥28,455 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

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 multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a mix of white and brown paneling, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

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

￥25,600

￥30,221 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

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

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

A breakfast bar with a coffee maker, cereal dispenser, and a fruit bowl.

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville

13.3 km from Don Carter State Park

Noe

￥10,493

￥12,847 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 motel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a fenced area.

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

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

12. Motel 6 Gainesville, GA

12.5 km from Don Carter State Park

Renee

￥8,643

￥11,033 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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

A kitchenette with a refrigerator, a coffee machine, and a trash can.

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

13. Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area

13.1 km from Don Carter State Park

Walter

￥11,013

￥13,447 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

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

A parking lot with a building in the background, a tree with pink flowers, and a clear blue sky.

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

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

￥8,774

￥10,871 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

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.

A small kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, and sink. There is a framed picture on the wall and a table with chairs.

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

15. HomeTowne Studios By Red Roof Gainesville, GA

13.7 km from Don Carter State Park

Gina

￥9,218

￥11,382 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

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

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

A hotel kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a glass dining area with red chairs.

16. Quality Inn Oakwood - Gainesville

21.3 km from Don Carter State Park

Rana

￥13,269

￥16,041 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

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

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

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

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

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

15.2 km from Don Carter State Park

￥37,776

￥66,751 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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Compare popular hotels close to Don Carter State Park

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA	9.6 Exceptional 351 reviews	View
The Guest Lodge Gainesville	8.6 Excellent 1,008 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Gainesville	8.8 Excellent 800 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites	8.0 Very Good 44 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites	9.0 Wonderful 833 reviews	View

Top Don Carter State Park Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dahlonega by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great location! Staff is great, top-notch housekeeping, very clean hotel, comfortable beds and pillows… on-site covered parking… 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."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Braselton

10/10 Excellent

"Location to I85, Chick fil-A and Michelin Raceway was ideal."

Fairfield By Marriott Inn & Suites Cornelia

10/10 Excellent

"Super clean"

Days Inn by Wyndham Dahlonega University Area

8/10 Good

"The hotel is well situated. Parking is easy, staff cooperative. Breakfast can be improved."

The Guest Lodge Gainesville

10/10 Excellent

"Great, cute place,nice pool,clean💞"

Comfort Inn & Suites Dahlonega University Area

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff as you arrive, make you feel welcoming."

The Inn at Blackberry HIll

10/10 Excellent

"We will be back !"

Your Private Gated Castle Escape on Lake Lanier-Beachfront, Gym, Pool &Jacuzzi!

10/10 Excellent

"The property was great! We had a surprise Vow Renewal for my wife, perfect setting and plenty of room for everyone!"

Other attractions near Don Carter State Park

Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville

9.2/10 (7 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville, a lovely green space in Gainesville. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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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.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Don Carter State Park?

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Our top choices for Don Carter State Park hotels

1. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA

2. The Guest Lodge Gainesville

3. Hampton Inn Gainesville

4. Comfort Inn & Suites

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

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

7. Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

8. Candlewood Suites Oakwood by IHG

9. Fairfield Inn and Suites Gainesville

10. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Gainesville

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville

12. Motel 6 Gainesville, GA

13. Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area

14. Georgianna Motel

15. HomeTowne Studios By Red Roof Gainesville, GA

16. Quality Inn Oakwood - Gainesville

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

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Top Don Carter State Park Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dahlonega by IHG

Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Braselton

Fairfield By Marriott Inn & Suites Cornelia

Days Inn by Wyndham Dahlonega University Area

The Guest Lodge Gainesville

Comfort Inn & Suites Dahlonega University Area

The Inn at Blackberry HIll

Your Private Gated Castle Escape on Lake Lanier-Beachfront, Gym, Pool &Jacuzzi!

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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