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Motel 8 Lake City

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of North Florida Speedway

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Pet-friendly
Standard Room | Television
Standard Room | Room amenity
Exterior
Standard Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Just a short distance from North Florida Speedway, Motel 8 Lake City provides a practical base for visitors. Guests stay connected with in-room WiFi while the on-site snack bar/deli offers convenient refreshments. The property features hassle-free parking for all vehicles.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Standard Room | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Lake City, Motel 8 Lake City is in a rural area. Lake City Mall and Lake DeSoto Farmers Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Southside Recreation Complex. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at North Florida Speedway.
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4427 FL-47, Lake City, FL, 32024

What's nearby

  • Epiphany Catholic Church - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Southside Recreation Complex - 7 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Southside Sports Complex - 7 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Lake City Mall - 7 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • North Florida Speedway - 8 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • โ€ชPanera Bread - โ€ฌ7 min drive
  • โ€ชCulver's - โ€ฌ8 min drive
  • โ€ชStarbucks - โ€ฌ7 min drive
  • โ€ชZaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - โ€ฌ7 min drive
  • โ€ชCracker Barrel - โ€ฌ6 min drive

About this property

Motel 8 Lake City

Motel near Epiphany Catholic Church
Located close to North Florida Speedway, Motel 8 Lake City provides a snack bar/deli. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
Room features
All guestrooms at Motel 8 Lake City include perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix and premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and heating

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 and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

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 path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 18 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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 18 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • An in-room refrigerator is available for an additional fee
  • An in-room microwave is available for an additional fee

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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

8 Lake City
Motel 8 Lake City Motel
Motel 8 Lake City Lake City
Motel 8 Lake City Motel Lake City

Frequently asked questions

Is Motel 8 Lake City pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 18 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Motel 8 Lake City?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel 8 Lake City?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Motel 8 Lake City?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Motel 8 Lake City located?

Situated in a rural location, this motel is within 6 mi (10 km) of North Florida Speedway, Epiphany Catholic Church, and Southside Recreation Complex. Lake City Columbia County Historical Museum and Columbia County Courthouse are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Motel 8 Lake City Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 57 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Natalie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The photos did not match what the room actually looked like additionally there were cockroaches.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Edgardo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No trash basket, no coffee maker, microwave doesnโ€™t work, manager was meandering in the parking lot when we arrived, no phone, no alarm clock, hot water is lukewarm, smell of tobacco is extreme.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Blaine

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Vantasia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lee

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

A great place to stay

It was very comfortable and the staff was great, I stayed for a month and will stay there again very soon
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2020

8/10 Good

Edna

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

Country stay

It was a peaceful stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location off the interstate was good. Everything else was awful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Will definitely be back

Motel was very cozy and spacey. Big tv and nice bed. Walk in shower was great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Labrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
It was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Run down beyond belief. Shower was barely able to provide temperature and had to mess with the faucet forever to get it to anything except cold. Bed was broken down on one side. No microwave. The only decent part was the TV.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Valorie, Pace

Liked: Staff & service
Price was right to just get some sleep. It was quiter than i thought
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

Jim, Big Pine Key, FL

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was much in need of renovation. Syaff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this older Hwy motel is in need of work, and new beds.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

2/10 Terrible

Leif

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrible! Dirty!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Decent place to stay the night

The motel was clean and reasonably kept up, but I wouldnโ€™t stay there as a single woman-with no partner with me. A lot of veterans and workers stayed there and the few women residents? stood outside to smoke and yell across at each other. There were a lot of friendly loud people milling around most of the night outside the door. The room had fresh paint & clean sheets, but the shower/tub hot water dial handle was broken and just dangled from the big protruding bolt. I worked for a while trying to get water from the shower. If the proceeds all go to homeless veterans, it was worth the price for the room. Iโ€™m all for worthy causes.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Its a run down area .. Staff was great room was good but area was a bit scary.. A couple was fighting in the parking lot when arrived
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
the property supports a local veterans non-profit group
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I'm a district manager for a restaurant chain in Lake City and visit here twice a month. I always stay at Motel 8 not just because of the price but because for the value you will not find a cleaner room, a better nights sleep and a more caring staff. Yes, its true it doesnt look like much from the outside but as they say "do not judge a book by its cover." You will be pleasantly surprised by how good the rooms are. I dont understand these people who write these ridiculous, nasty reviews because I have never had any issue with this hotel. No bugs, no stains on my sheets, great a/c's, nice flat screens with Roku, and although people who are there long term do converse outside they are nice people and very courteous of others. I know for a fact the hotel buys dozens of brand new sets of sheets and pillow cases every month. Every time I have been there I find a gift basket of drinks, snacks and hygiene products waiting for me in my room and there are always mints on the pillow. I like the staff and the owner because they give an extreme personalized touch. They know everyone there and they treat their guests with respect and friendliness. You are not just a signature. You are a welcomed guest.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well this is about my 7 th time book at the hotel ๐Ÿ˜Š I love the room always very clean and the ice cold air it has , especially when itโ€™s over 90 degrees out side , and baby dose too after playing in the dog park , thanks for that baby pool for her ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿถ labs they love there water!! Over all I really enjoy the great Hospitality and service you always give me. Great staff Motel 8 !! Looking forward to the next visit , and baby said thanks for all the doggie treats ๐Ÿถ ๐Ÿ•.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Jay

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

Nice room and stay

Being remodeled, nice staff, nice clean room, outdoor free. Only problem would be for short people to reach the AC controls, AC mounted high.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

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