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Our top choices for Don Carter State Park hotels

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

1. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA

Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA
3.0 star property
Downtown Gainesville, 12 km from Don Carter State Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (373 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Steven
The price is CA $189
CA $225 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA
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

The Guest Lodge Gainesville
2.0 star property
Midtown, 12.8 km from Don Carter State Park
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"The room was clean and I was happy with my stay. The pool area looks nice."
United States
Brian
The price is CA $95
CA $116 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
The Guest Lodge Gainesville
A hotel with a covered entrance, a red and white building, and a parking lot.

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

Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites
2.5 star property
21.1 km from Don Carter State Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (862 reviews)
"great place to stay"
United States
Michelle
The price is CA $152
CA $182 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites
A breakfast bar with juice dispensers, a waffle maker, and various food items.

4. Hampton Inn Gainesville

Hampton Inn Gainesville
2.5 star property
12.7 km from Don Carter State Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (815 reviews)
"We were really pleased during our stay. One thing was parking is free but in the lot there were signs saying scan to pay for parking. There needs to be another sign saying if you are checked in to the hotel parking is free. That is for other people parking not hotel customers."
United States
Diane
The price is CA $185
CA $220 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hampton Inn Gainesville
A hotel sign for Candlewood Suites, indicating it is an IHG hotel.

5. Candlewood Suites Oakwood by IHG

Candlewood Suites Oakwood by IHG
2.5 star property
21.1 km from Don Carter State Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (99 reviews)
"Very nice staff and room"
United States
Susan
The price is CA $152
CA $182 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Candlewood Suites Oakwood by IHG
A modern lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a large abstract painting.

6. Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville
3.0 star property
14.6 km from Don Carter State Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay, I really recommended. every time we travel to GA we stay Here."
United States
Juan
The price is CA $168
CA $200 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville
An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pool.

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville - Lake Lanier Area by IHG
2.5 star property
14 km from Don Carter State Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (456 reviews)
"Great stay. Would stay again."
United States
Bryan
The price is CA $179
CA $213 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville - Lake Lanier Area by IHG
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a wardrobe.

8. Comfort Inn & Suites

Comfort Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Midtown, 12.2 km from Don Carter State Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (79 reviews)
"Busy central location ! Everyone was friendly and helpful and the hotel and rooms were spotless."
United States
Belinda
The price is CA $132
CA $159 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Comfort Inn & Suites
A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large window providing natural light.

9. Fairfield Inn and Suites Gainesville

Fairfield Inn and Suites Gainesville
3.0 star property
14.6 km from Don Carter State Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (560 reviews)
"Despite confirmation they turned me away saying they were booked up"
United States
Dean
The price is CA $211
CA $250 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Fairfield Inn and Suites Gainesville
An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture and a metal railing.

10. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Gainesville

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Gainesville
3.0 star property
14.7 km from Don Carter State Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (125 reviews)
"Room was spotless and staff very friendly. "
United States
Jessica
The price is CA $219
CA $260 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Gainesville
A modern hotel room with a large bed, wooden flooring, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and a bedside table.

11. Motel 6 Gainesville, GA

Motel 6 Gainesville, GA
2.0 star property
12.5 km from Don Carter State Park
6.6 out of 10, (990 reviews)
"Overall nice place"
United States
Christopher
The price is CA $78
CA $99 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Motel 6 Gainesville, GA
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a television.

12. Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville

Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville
2.0 star property
13.3 km from Don Carter State Park
7.0 out of 10, Good, (395 reviews)
"Three guys, three queen sized beds, in town for Petite LeMans. 20-45 minutes from Road Atlanta depending on race day traffic. It’s not the most luxurious accommodations but comfortable and close to enough restaurants."
Canada
Matt
The price is CA $123
CA $149 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a round table with a vase, and a ceiling fan.

13. Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area

Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area
2.0 star property
13.1 km from Don Carter State Park
6.2 out of 10, (311 reviews)
"Staff was helpful."
United States
Tarcisio
The price is CA $99
CA $121 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area
Two single beds with white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

14. Georgianna Motel

Georgianna Motel
2.0 star property
Westside, 15.8 km from Don Carter State Park
6.8 out of 10, (18 reviews)
"Best Motel in Gainesville, let me tell you. "
United States
Larry
The price is CA $100
CA $122 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Georgianna Motel
A corridor with a wooden door, a metal gate, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

15. HomeTowne Studios By Red Roof Gainesville, GA

HomeTowne Studios By Red Roof Gainesville, GA
2.0 star property
13.7 km from Don Carter State Park
4.8 out of 10, (357 reviews)
"Clean room, attentive staff"
United States
Wayne
The price is CA $78
CA $97 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
HomeTowne Studios By Red Roof Gainesville, GA
A hotel kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a glass dining area with red chairs.

16. Quality Inn Oakwood - Gainesville

Quality Inn Oakwood - Gainesville
2.5 star property
21.3 km from Don Carter State Park
5.0 out of 10, (320 reviews)
"Our room was great the staff was excelent will stay agin or recommend "
United States
Rana
The price is CA $115
CA $139 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Quality Inn Oakwood - Gainesville
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Compare popular hotels close to Don Carter State Park

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern hotel with a prominent 'Courtyard by Marriott' sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
373 reviews
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A spacious room with a high ceiling, a large window, a wooden bar area, and a seating area with chairs and a sofa.
The Guest Lodge Gainesville
2.0 star property
8.4
Very good
1,000 reviews
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A hotel with a covered entrance, a red and white building, and a parking lot.
Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
862 reviews
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A breakfast bar with juice dispensers, a waffle maker, and various food items.
Hampton Inn Gainesville
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
815 reviews
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A hotel sign for Candlewood Suites, indicating it is an IHG hotel.
Candlewood Suites Oakwood by IHG
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
99 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near Don Carter State Park

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

Hampton Inn Gainesville

Hampton Inn Gainesville
2.5 star property
Gainesville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (815)
The price is CA $185
CA $220 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hampton Inn Gainesville

Top Don Carter State Park Hotel Reviews

The Smith House

The Smith House

8/10 Good
"Property was very clean and well maintained. Great location, adjacent to the town square/shops/restaurants. There was an on site restaurant but, only opened for lunch."
Mark 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
The Smith House

Other attractions near Don Carter State Park

A field of yellow and purple tulips.

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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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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