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The Lodge at Wakulla Springs

3.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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The Lodge at Wakulla Springs, next to the stunning state park, offers a warm retreat with an inviting garden and lobby fireplace. Guests enjoy meals at the Edward Ball Dining Room and in-room WiFi. Visitors praise the helpful staff and convenient location.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Traditional Double Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Double Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, River View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, River View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, River View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Traditional Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, River View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, River View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, River View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
550 Wakulla Park Dr, Crawfordville, FL, 32327

What's nearby

  • Wakulla Springs State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Wakulla State Forest - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Florida A&M University - 27 min drive - 17.2 miles
  • Florida State University - 31 min drive - 19.0 miles
  • Shell Point Beach - 34 min drive - 17.2 miles

Getting around

  • Tallahassee Station - 27 min drive
  • Tallahassee Intl. Airport (TLH) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Family Coastal Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪El Jalisco - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Donkeys Bar And Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Howie's - ‬15 min drive

About this property

The Lodge at Wakulla Springs

Hotel near Wakulla Springs State Park
A terrace, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby are just a few of the amenities provided at The Lodge at Wakulla Springs. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Edward Ball Dining Room, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and conference space.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), ATM/banking services, and luggage storage
  • A front-desk safe, barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at The Lodge at Wakulla Springs feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and shower/tub combinations
  • Daily housekeeping and phones

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 10.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Edward Ball Dining Room

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1937
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between noon and 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from May 26 2025 to March 1 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Elevator
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 10.95 per person
  • Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between noon and 2:00 PM
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

Property is also known as

Wakulla Springs Crawfordville
Wakulla Springs Lodge Crawfordville
Lodge Wakulla Springs Crawfordville
The Lodge at Wakulla Springs Hotel
The Lodge at Wakulla Springs Crawfordville
The Lodge at Wakulla Springs Hotel Crawfordville

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lodge at Wakulla Springs pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Lodge at Wakulla Springs?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Lodge at Wakulla Springs?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 50 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from noon–2:00 PM for a fee.

What time is check-out at The Lodge at Wakulla Springs?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 50 (subject to availability).

Where is The Lodge at Wakulla Springs located?

Situated on a river, this hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Wakulla Springs State Park and within 20 mi (32 km) of SouthWood Golf Club and Tallahassee Museum.

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The Lodge at Wakulla Springs Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 709 out of 984 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 984 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 984 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 984 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 984 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying here!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, quiet, historic location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to visit!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lenora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice place, great restaurant and very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience overall! Front desk ladies were some of the best I've seen at any hotel before.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The aesthetic appeal of the national park is quite pleasing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing away from busy life, spotless room and comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s our 8th stay at Wakulla…it’s like a trip back in time. It’s our refresher vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyn Burgoyne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well maintained. All staff were super friendly. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so friendly, check in/out was smooth The food at the dinning room was delicious, and the boat tour was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We enjoyed our stay! The property was so unique and clean, and the staff was very friendly and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So quiet and beautiful! Love the Lodge!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Property. So glad it is preserved as a State Park
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lodge was awesome and the staff was great! The scenery is terrific and the boat ride is a must!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the relaxed feel, and beautiful area. Old time feel with modern day amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Liked: Amenities
Absolutely beautiful and an amazing dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hidden gem - absolutely wonderful and relaxing stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quite place and lot of activities for family
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the historic qualities of the lodge. Beautifully maintained. The elevator was classic!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice out of the way location, Old Florida style.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Michsel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the charm at The Lodge and staff were great!! Only concern was we booked a room with a river view but you cannot see River from the room. Trees block the view. Room should not be advertised as such, very disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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