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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
Front of property
Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Large 1 King with Sleeper Sofa) | Interior detail
Restaurant
Boating

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Non Smoking (1 King Bed ADA)

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

  • 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)

  • 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 Aquatic Wilderness Adventures with a stay here. Lake Rousseau and Rainbow Springs State Park 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
  • K.P. Hole County Park - 9 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Citrus Springs Golf & Country Club - 9 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Juliette Falls Golf - 13 min drive - 8.6 miles

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

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.

Languages

English

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Total includes taxes and fees
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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 Jun 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gator Den Motel on Jun 22, 2025 start from $129.95, 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.

The Gator Den Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 314 out of 441 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 441 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 441 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 441 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 441 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If your in the area or even if you have to travel I highly recommend gator den they have really nice rooms , accommodating staff, and a delicious restaurant next to it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was tight but room fit our needs!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

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

4/10 Poor

doug, Sequim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Noisy...not completely clean and for the money no bargain!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greta

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

10/10 Excellent

Kessia, ABILENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

8/10 Good

william

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen S

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

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice pet friendly hotel. The staff was so very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff and small town flavor.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kipp

Traveled with partner
Very clean and convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The blue Hator pub next door and park to walk dog across the street!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

TODD

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

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Raechung, Chicago

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a nice little place. There is a nice restaurant and bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

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

Where is it?

It was difficult to check in. The room was nice, clean. We had to turn off our electronics in order to watch live TV.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Updated rooms. Boat rental on site!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helena, Kill Devil Hills

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little place right on the river! Great fish tacos and grouper fingers. Perfect for diving rainbow river!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with partner
We were so pleased with our room and the fun Tiki Bar/Restaurant. Great food and drinks. Would book again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

Great place

I had to book a last minute room here as the previous location I chose did not work out. The Gator Den fit my needs perfectly. I was traveling with my two pets so it was very important that I felt safe about leaving them in the room for a few hours. The only thing was the fees. The room itself was $110 but the fees were an extra $100. Other than that, I’d definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

TRACEY

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
While the Motel was clean and comfortable, I had difficulty with the parking situation. Spots are reserved with numbered cones for your room. There is a restaurant next to the motel and the reserved spots were being used by people at the restaurant. Having a super duty truck with a long bed makes parking difficult on a good day. I did look at Google map images prior to booking but when I arrived, I knew that I was going to have issues due to size of truck. I asked for a refund and was told non-refundable. A staff member did move some of their personal vehicles and get me parked. I left to go sight seeing and came back to find that spot occupied again. The staff did handle the situation and some of the restaurant folks came out and left, opening up some parking spots in the restaurant parking area, so I was able to park there for the night. Motel was clean, great water pressure and hot water shower. No desk in room. Room was great. Took about 20 minutes to drive to Crystal Rivers area. No breakfast available. Coffee maker in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025