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The Gator Den Motel

2.5 star property

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar

Explore the area

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12189 South Williams Street, Dunnellon, FL, 34432
  • Place, Rainbow River
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Run of Dunnellon Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Rousseau
    ‪2 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)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 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)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (2 Queen Beds)

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (2 Queen Beds)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(51 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Dunnellon

At The Gator Den Motel you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Rainbow River and 2 km (1.2 mi) from Blue Run of Dunnellon Park. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Dunnellon motel include Rainbow Springs State Park and World Equestrian Center – Ocala.
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What's nearby

  • Rainbow River - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Blue Run of Dunnellon Park - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Lake Rousseau - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Rainbow Springs State Park - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 24 min drive - 36.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sparrow's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ellianos Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Gator Den 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 a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Blue Gator

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Fishing

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

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

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Gator Den Motel?

The Gator Den Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 19 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gator Den Motel on 22 Mar 2026 start from NZ$231, including 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.

Is parking available at The Gator Den Motel?

Yep, The Gator Den Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Gator Den Motel?

The closest beach to The Gator Den Motel is Fort Island Gulf Beach (26.9 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Gator Den Motel?

No, The Gator Den Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Gator Den Motel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Gator Den Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

The Gator Den Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 377 out of 524 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 524 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 524 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 524 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 524 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brenda, Sunrise Beach

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, spacious room, restaurant on premise with good food and cocktails.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Dean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a unassuming little old style motel with updated amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark, Dunnellon

Travelled with family
Everything functioned in the room, could have been cleaner. The floors were filthy and the coffee pot and ice bucket had not been cleaned, nor the switches and lamps. There were stains on the coverlet, the sheets looked clean. The staff was friendly and the room was ready on time.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

connie

Awesome 😎💯 Clean room, polite employees. I have family in the area
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for a one stay while passing through. Room was very clean and food at the restaurant on the property was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff and food was good. Nice overnight stop
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, staff, and the rooms were newly remodeled. Right on the river, you can rent a variety of boats. You absolutely have to eat at The Blue Gator on property. Highly recommend the peel and eat shrimp!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was unexpectedly amazed with the Gator Den Motel being as clean and modernized as it was. It's not your run of the mill, i.e., the shower, the huge TV, obviously newly renovated, the walls even looked freshly painted, the bed was grand and quite comfy. The only thing negative is the rather large, well lit (too well lit) EXIT sign over the door, even throwing a towel over it was not enough when you like a really dark room at night. An overall comfortable room, bring a eye mask.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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

Courtney, Panama City Beach

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sal

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

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

8/10 Good

Sherry

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly, comfortable bed, very spacious, check in staff was nice. Wi-Fi was horrible, no phone service with Verizon. Room was not as pictured, no chairs, just a worn out couch. We are locals and needed a place to stay while home was remodeled. Restaurant onsite was terrible service.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean rooms, air conditioner worked great. Good food and drinks at the bar and restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and cozy. Staff is so friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

melinda

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

Great Stay!

Great place! Friendly staff! Room looked just like the picture!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

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

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

DANIELLE

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

10/10 Excellent

Tiana

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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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