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The Gator Den Motel

2.5 star property
Waterfront escape at this rustic motel where travelers can fish, take boat tours, and enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant while staying connected with WiFi

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The Gator Den Motel combines rustic charm with practical waterfront living. Guests can fish from the property or join on-site boat tours. The restaurant offers good meals and WiFi. Staff members earn consistent praise for their helpful service.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Room options

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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
  • Free WiFi

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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
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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 WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (2 Queen Beds) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(57 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Dunnellon is home to The Gator Den Motel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rainbow Springs State Park and Rainbow River. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Citrus County Speedway or Florida Horse Park. Visit our Dunnellon travel guide
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12189 South Williams Street, Dunnellon, FL, 34432

What's nearby

  • View of the Rainbow River at Rainbow Springs State Park near Dunnellon, Florida
    Rainbow River
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Rainbow Springs State Park
    Rainbow Springs State Park
    6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Blue Run of Dunnellon Park
    4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala
    30 min drive - 22.3 miles
  • Ocala Downtown Square
    49 min drive - 36.7 miles

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Sonic Drive-In
  • Front Porch Restaurant & Pie
    15 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    15 min walk
  • Riviera Maya
    20 min walk

About this property

The Gator Den Motel

Motel near Rainbow River
The Gator Den Motel provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Enjoy onsite activities like fishing and boat tours. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Gator Den Motel have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Microwaves, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • 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 elevator
  • 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gator Den Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Gator Den Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Gator Den Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Gator Den Motel located?

Situated in Dunnellon, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Rainbow River and Blue Run of Dunnellon Park. Lake Rousseau and Rainbow Springs State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Gator Den Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 399 out of 557 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 557 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 557 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 557 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 557 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to stay at close to Rainbow Springs. Love the bar, the food and the atmosphere. The service was great and everyone was helpful and nice. The rooms were cleaned and nicely appointed. Beds a little uncomfortable but overall a great stay for a night near the springs.
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

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

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

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

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

RUSSELL

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

Thomas

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

marshall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly bunch. Cleanest and best appointed in the area. Wish they included a continental breakfast. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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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

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

Rodolfo S

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great services all in general
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 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

Gisela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Good location.,great food. Rooms well stocked. Mattresses and pillows need replaced.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Elaina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice location, very clean
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
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean rooms. Fresh paint and beautiful tiled floors. Friendly staff and delicious food at the restaurant on the water. Wish we could’ve stayed longer to rent a boat ride on the river. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was super clean, dog friendly and just overall a great stay! Some motorcycles left pretty early in the morning and woke me up but you know, it was a beautiful day for a ride so I hope they had fun and were safe! I did roll over and get back to sleep!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a great time. The staff is very friendly and will go out of their way to help you with anything you need...
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Dean

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