Gainesville, GA
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Visit Gainesville
Where to stay in Gainesville

Downtown Gainesville
Though Downtown Gainesville might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville and Elachee Nature Science Center.

Midtown
Though Midtown might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville and Elachee Nature Science Center.

Westside
While there might not be top attractions in Westside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Elachee Nature Science Center and Gainesville Theatre Alliance.

Lake Ranch Estates
When in Lake Ranch Estates, you can plan a visit to Chattahoochee Golf Club and Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

The Guest Lodge Gainesville
from the time I checked into my room, the lady at the front was very nice and helpful and efficient. My room was very clean modern and very spacious. Very good value to get a nice room with a pool right outside your door while other hotels in the area about 30 to 40% more expensive, if not more good ...
Reviewed on 22 February 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA
Nice room and great location for what we needed to do in Gainesville. Very friendly front desk staff and in the restaurant. The food there was very good and service was great !
Reviewed on 21 February 2026

Motel 6 Gainesville, GA
Very quite. Clean but only towels for one person. We had to ask for more there were 2 of us. The lady was hesitant to leave another set of towels. Her English was bad so communication was bad. The electric plug ins didn’t work in the bathroom and the one at the night stand worked a little. The plug ...
Reviewed on 18 February 2026

Gorgeous view house
Great location to lots of places to eat. Really nice on the inside, we stayed 2 nights for a fishing tournament plenty of room.for your boat and truck only 15 minutes to the ramp we launched from. Would definitely stay here again
Reviewed on 8 February 2026

Rustic Cedar Cabin On Lake Lanier with Private Dock
Great place
Reviewed on 23 February 2026

Waterfront cabin with party dock. We are pet friendly so bring the whole family.
Popular places to visit

Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville
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.

Don Carter State Park
You can take time to visit Don Carter State Park during your travels to Gainesville. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

Quinlan Visual Arts Center
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Quinlan Visual Arts Center in Gainesville. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Wilshire Trails Park
Explore the great outdoors at Wilshire Trails Park, a lovely green space in Gainesville. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Elachee Nature Science Center
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Elachee Nature Science Center in Gainesville. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Brenau University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Brenau University during your stay in Gainesville. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

