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The Gator Den Motel

2.5 star property

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Restaurant
A building facade with a green door marked with the number 4, a concrete walkway, and a wooden ceiling.
Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Large 1 King with Sleeper Sofa) | Interior detail
Restaurant
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug

Explore the area

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12189 South Williams Street, Dunnellon, FL, 34432
  • Place, Rainbow River
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Run of Dunnellon Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Rainbow Springs State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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

A neatly made bed with a green throw, two bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, and a painting of a beach scene on the wall.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside lamps, a green throw blanket, a green chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Large 1 King with Sleeper Sofa)

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (2 Queen Beds)

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

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(58 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Blue Run of Dunnellon Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Rainbow Springs State Park - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 26 min drive - 35.9 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 29 min drive - 32.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Riviera Maya - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Front Porch Restaurant & Pie - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Two Rivers - ‬13 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

  • Smoking not allowed

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.

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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 2 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gator Den Motel on 3 Aug 2026 start from AU$191, 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. 411 out of 570 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 570 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 570 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 570 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 570 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice little motel that was very clean. We are planning on staying there again and highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay here was perfect for what we needed. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend an Airboat tour with Captain Bob as well. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, and fatastic food at the adjoining restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great modern room, nice staff, attached to a great restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff, atmosphere, beautiful scenery.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Second stay and will stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Seana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean updated room, staff was helpful with late check in and parking was reserved for our room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

RUSSELL

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was nice an room was clean. it was nice to have restaurent onsite.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy, quick and accommodating check in. Helped us locate a spot to park our trailer with kayaks. Nice rooms and right next door to the river and to Gator’s Den restaurant with bar, restaurant, and live music with nice outdoor seating. Would stay again at this motel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good place to stay, eat and having cocktails. My only suggestion would be to clean the spider webs on the ceiling and railings.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

William

Small but nice hotel. On site bar/grill had surprisingly good food
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun place for a weekend getaway, great location! A bit rowdy in the parking loy on the weekend for a family with young kids. Bed comfort and bedding materials could be better for the price, though the staff were helpful and responsive
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is well maintained. I enjoyed the food at the restaurant and bar. Great service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

june

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, friendly staff, helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool little motel, well maintained. Having a restaurant/bar right there is really nice too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the staff was friendly and helpful. There is a great restaurant and full bar on the same property
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location for our visit to family. On a busy road but we had no problem getting in and out. They make parking for motel guests priority as there is a popular restaurant that shares the property. Good food there. Our room was tucked back in corner so was very quiet. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, spacious room, restaurant on premise with good food and cocktails.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Charles

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