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The Gator Den Motel

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Dunnellon motel

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Restaurant
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Large 1 King with Sleeper Sofa) | Interior detail
Restaurant
Front of property

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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12189 South Williams Street, Dunnellon, FL, 34432
  • Place, Rainbow River
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Rainbow Springs State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, K.P. Hole County Park
    ‪9 min drive‬

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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Dunnellon

In Dunnellon .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Rainbow River and 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Rousseau with a stay here. Rainbow Springs State Park and El Diablo Golf & Country Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rainbow River - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Rainbow Springs State Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • El Diablo Golf & Country Club - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • K.P. Hole County Park - 9 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Juliette Falls Golf - 13 min drive - 8.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Blue Gator of Dunnellon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Swampy's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Gator Den Motel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Dunnellon motel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Dunnellon motel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Gator Den Motel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Fishing

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Gator Den Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Gator Den Motel.

How much does it cost to stay at The Gator Den Motel?

As of Oct 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gator Den Motel on Nov 2, 2025 start from $109.95, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Gator Den Motel offer free breakfast?

The Gator Den Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Gator Den Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Gator Den Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Gator Den Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Gator Den Motel have a pool?

The Gator Den Motel does not have a pool.

Does The Gator Den Motel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Gator Den Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Gator Den Motel to downtown Dunnellon?

The Gator Den Motel is 0.3 mi away from Dunnellon.

Reviews

The Gator Den Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 341 out of 474 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 474 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 474 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 474 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 474 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Third time I’ve stayed there always friendly staff very clean room and a great comfortable restaurant on the river always good times
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect little spot to stay for Rainbow Springs adventures. The rooms are basic, but the beds are comfy, the pillows squishy, and the A/C is ice cold. The restaurant has amazing steamed shrimp. The staff were really nice too. The only comment I did have is that the weekday maid smokes the entire time she's cleaning, so there is a lingering scent of cigarettes. But the weekend housekeeper is delightfully friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandi

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel had recently been renovated in the room, reflected very well of that. Modern bathroom, great floors, bed and pillows were very comfortable. This was a spur of the moment stay and we were not disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharmin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Irene

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
We were pleasantly surprised that this older property had clean and recently rennovated rooms. Beds were comfy, towels were thick. Down side was you could hear the neighbors and some road noise. But all and all a good stay for a,quick overnight on our way south.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Amenities
Very nice place we had a great time will be back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Great Stay!

The stay was amazing. Tim and his staff were friendly and helpful. The room was clean and newly renovated. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Southern Country Place

First time in Dunnellon and we loved the town. Great southern country vibe. We were here to kayak the Rainbow River which I highly recommend. This was a great place to stay and I would do it again. I was looking for a sign that said Gator Den Motel but there is none. I drove past the Blue Gator and had to go back because that’s the place. Not sure why the name discrepancy. It’s on the main highway through town and right beside the Withlacoochee River. The room was very nice and clean and the bed was very good. Just a walk across the parking lot gets you to the restaurant/bar with mostly if not only outdoor seating. It’s a great country vibe with a great selection of food and beer. I enjoyed the two meals I had there very much. I arrived around 8pm on Sunday evening. Earlier in the afternoon I received a call letting me know they were expecting me and I needed to go to the restaurant to get the manager to check me in. That was a great bit of info that kept me from wondering what to do. It all went smoothly and with a friendly welcome. It’s a small motel with rooms facing the parking lot and a highway right beside it but none of that disturbed me at all. It was a great place to stay.
Blue Gator Tiki Bar and Restaurant
Gator bites with spicy ranch overlooking the river
Rainbow River
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small motel, I believe about 10 rooms, which appear to have been recently updated. Tiki Bar on the grounds, which sits on the river, and the food is great (ask about the chocolate mousse pie). Checkin and checkout very smooth and easy, and everyone is very friendly. As a guest, we were able to fish off the dock. We have stayed twice now, and a great experience each time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay while visiting Rainbow River State Park. The room was clean and comfortable. Will definitely stay again 😄
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location for launching a boat,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located…very nice rooms! The owner was super friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele, San Antonio

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the best trip so far to Dunellon. We come every year and this is our first year staying here. Room was clean, check-in was easy. You can walk to the restaurant on the property, which has really good food. They also rent pontoon boats. Everyone on staff was super friendly and kind. The absolute best part of this motel though was meeting Captain Bob. If you’ve never had (or even if you have) been on an airboat ride, I can’t stress enough how much you HAVE to go with Captain Bob. We were able to see all kinds of wildlife and even a baby alligator. Make sure you ask him to “drive it like he stole it” lol! You will be smiling for weeks. Capt Bob also gave the kids some bait and both our kids caught their first fish off the dock. This will be the only place we stay for years to come.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sherri, Palmetto

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a sink with no bathroom counter. Nowhere in bathroom to put toothbrush, grooming items, or cosmetics. No seating in room, unhappy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

peggy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Office people great! Clean updated rooms Good food at restaurant. Enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean updated motel rooms. Convenient to boating and springs. Price for rooms is higher than most
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very basic but clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

LYNN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has been upgraded! Very nice! Clean! Friendly staff! Tiki bar restaurant next door!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
To close to the road . Parking tight and had the motel feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025