Relax at The Gator Den Motel, where rustic charm meets waterfront views. Enjoy fishing and boat tours on site, or savor a meal at the restaurant with WiFi to stay connected. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
Non-smoking
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Main amenities (5)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Air conditioning
Limited hour front desk
Boat tours
Feel at home (6)
Microwave
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
Free self parking
$110 nightly
The total price is $123
$123 total
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Non Smoking (1 King Bed ADA)
Highlights
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Standard 1 King Bed)
Highlights
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Large 1 King with Sleeper Sofa)
Highlights
Air conditioning
TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (2 Queen Beds)
Citrus Springs Golf & Country Club - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
Juliette Falls Golf - 13 min drive - 13.9 km
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
The Gator Den Motel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Rainbow Springs State Park. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
12 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Boat tours
Fishing
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
The Blue Gator - Onsite restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Gator Den Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Gator Den Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Gator Den Motel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Gator Den Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Gator Den Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Gator Den Motel and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like fishing and boat tours.
Are there restaurants at or near The Gator Den Motel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, The Blue Gator.
What's the area around The Gator Den Motel like?
The Gator Den Motel is located a short 9-minute walk from Rainbow River.
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The Gator Den Motel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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River
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Location
Bar
Family friendly
What guests liked
The on-site restaurant and bar served great food and drinks with a fun atmosphere. (17 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
6/10
Great location for launching a boat,
Tammy
2-night trip
8/10
Clean updated motel rooms. Convenient to boating and springs. Price for rooms is higher than most
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10
Easy check in, very friendly. Close to everything, and the Blue Gator restaurant was amazing.
Vanessia
1-night trip
10/10
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.
Deborah
2-night trip
10/10
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!
andrew
1-night trip
8/10
Friendly staff and small town flavor.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10
Very clean and convenient location.
Kipp
1-night trip
10/10
Stayed for 2 nights and was a good location to explore this amazing areal. Would definitely stay again. Beds were very comfortable.
Karen S
2-night trip
8/10
Clean and convenient location
Paul
2-night trip
10/10
We were so pleased with our room and the fun Tiki Bar/Restaurant. Great food and drinks. Would book again.
Kim
1-night trip
10/10
Lovely little place right on the river! Great fish tacos and grouper fingers. Perfect for diving rainbow river!
Helena
1-night trip
10/10
One of the cleanest motels, has been remodeled and done right, so nice. Great place to stay!
Rick
1-night trip
10/10
The blue Hator pub next door and park to walk dog across the street!
Penelope
1-night trip
10/10
Very friendly staff!!
Heather
2-night trip
10/10
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.
TRACEY
1-night trip
8/10
Funky, Clean and comfortable old time motel!
Laurie
2-night trip
10/10
Very clean. Great place to stay.
Lena
1-night trip
10/10
Very kind and helpful at front desk. Very clean for older motel.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10
Outstanding
Robert
1-night trip
8/10
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.
Raechung
1-night trip
10/10
Great place to stay. Clean. Friendly and helpful staff. Will definitely be back.
Aubree
3-night trip
10/10
Definitely will stay again, very clean and comfortable.
Dawn
1-night trip
10/10
Rooms were very clean and like brand new. Also the room had a big screen with ROKU.
Matthew
1-night trip
10/10
Nice motel. Stayed a couple of nights for a day in Devils Den and a day of looking at manatees.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10
This is an old-style single level motel from the 50s. It is clean, comfortable, quiet and safe. The beds are comfy, and there is a nice coffee maker. There is also a great restaurant across the parking lot right next to the river where we ate both nights we were there. The manager is super friendly and helpful. We highly recommend this motel.