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The Blanche

2.0 star property
Hotel in Lake City

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The Blanche provides a convenient stay for business travelers with in-room WiFi that keeps guests connected without hassle. This smoke-free property offers a quiet environment where visitors can truly unwind after a day of meetings.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Family Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Premier Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premier Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Sleeper Sofa | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Sleeper Sofa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
212 N Marion Ave, Lake City, FL, 32055

What's nearby

  • Columbia County Courthouse - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lake City Columbia County Historical Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lake DeSoto Farmers Market - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lake City Veterans Affairs Medical Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Florida Department of Transportation - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Shirley's Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Blanche

Hotel in the business district
The Blanche provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Smoke-free premises and an elevator
Room features
All guestrooms at The Blanche have perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Tubs or showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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AED 409 total
includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are required to contact the property by telephone prior to arrival to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit

Property is also known as

The Blanche Hotel
The Blanche Lake City
The Blanche Hotel Lake City

Frequently asked questions

Is The Blanche pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Blanche ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Blanche ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Blanche located?

Located in the heart of Lake City, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Columbia County Courthouse and Lake City Columbia County Historical Museum. Lake DeSoto Farmers Market and Lake City Veterans Affairs Medical Center are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

The Blanche Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 158 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 158 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 158 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 158 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 158 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marylin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful classic property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonquil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful and quaint place. Clean and classy. The room and decor was so tastefully done. Cozy night sleep on a plush bed. I got there after hours. Being able check in to hotel and room via code was absolutely perfect and seamless!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanest hotel I have ever stayed in! Very quiet and home like feeling. Will definitely recommend and be back when in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an absolutely beautiful historic hotel.

10/10 Excellent

brad

Historic

Cool historic hotel. Looks like it is an awesome event venue.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glovetta P.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel! Elegant, classy. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

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

Would stay again!

Beautiful building and exceptionally clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place very easy and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The Blanche was beautiful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Astrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic property... very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hidden secret. Nice hotel for the right price. Not extras like breakfast. Plenty of places nearby.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully kept! We loved everything about it. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cozy little spot
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simona

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leshuana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was gorgeous! We only stayed one night, but we will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Vey old charming building but updated accommodations. Great location with good restaurants in walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

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

One night stay

The bed was very comfortable. I had a great nights sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

tyrone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to get away to and a great restaurant across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderfully restored, well decorated and incredibly clean and maintained hotel in an historic Southern town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room. Very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025