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Steps to Lake Lanier: Wooded Escape w/ Boat Dock

Steps to Lake Lanier: Wooded Escape w/ Boat Dock
3.0 star property
2.4 km from Lake Lanier
The price is RM810
RM1,983 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Steps to Lake Lanier: Wooded Escape w/ Boat Dock
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buford NE - Lake Lanier by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buford NE - Lake Lanier by IHG
2.5 star property
8.9 km from Lake Lanier
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (659 reviews)
"Overall, my stay was wonderful, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a comfortable and enjoyable getaway. I can't wait to return!"
United States
michelle
The price is RM427
RM508 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buford NE - Lake Lanier by IHG
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites

Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites
2.5 star property
9.3 km from Lake Lanier
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (811 reviews)
"The pet-friendly room was very nice and accommodating!"
United States
Conrad
The price is RM436
RM522 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Lanier Islands Resort

Lanier Islands Resort
3.5 star property
6.8 km from Lake Lanier
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (771 reviews)
"Food was great"
United States
Robert Marshall
The price is RM563
RM799 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Lanier Islands Resort
Indoor pool

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Flowery Branch Lake Lanier

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Flowery Branch Lake Lanier
2.5 star property
7.2 km from Lake Lanier
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (577 reviews)
"Good location, easy to find, great amenities "
United States
Jessica
The price is RM532
RM632 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Flowery Branch Lake Lanier
Exterior

Candlewood Suites Oakwood by IHG

Candlewood Suites Oakwood by IHG
2.5 star property
9.2 km from Lake Lanier
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (60 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay. The rooms were clean qnd smelled nice. There were plenty of towels and the shower was hot. We will definitely be staying again."
United States
Tyeah
The price is RM423
RM507 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Candlewood Suites Oakwood by IHG
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Belamere Swimming Pool Suites

Belamere Swimming Pool Suites
2.5 star property
12.4 km from Lake Lanier
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (314 reviews)
"Was a good stay. Very clean n private"
United States
Andre
The price is RM802
RM943 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Belamere Swimming Pool Suites
Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Motel 6 Gainesville, GA

Motel 6 Gainesville, GA
2.0 star property
17 km from Lake Lanier
6.6 out of 10, (934 reviews)
"Staff was friendly"
United States
Misty
The price is RM250
RM316 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Motel 6 Gainesville, GA
Terrace/patio

The Guest Lodge Gainesville

The Guest Lodge Gainesville
2.0 star property
15.2 km from Lake Lanier
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"always help when I stay at the hotel, very friendly"
United States
Jaime
The price is RM282
RM344 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
The Guest Lodge Gainesville
Courtyard

Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA

Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA
3.0 star property
15.9 km from Lake Lanier
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (315 reviews)
"Clean hotel. Great breakfast options."
United States
Jonathan
The price is RM583
RM690 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA
Lobby

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville
3.0 star property
13.3 km from Lake Lanier
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice facility would definitely stay here again"
United States
Michael
The price is RM503
RM599 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dawsonville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dawsonville by IHG
2.5 star property
15.6 km from Lake Lanier
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (533 reviews)
"Breakfast buffet was amazing and the room was super.Clean"
United States
Cynthia
The price is RM484
RM582 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dawsonville by IHG
Garden view

Georgianna Motel

Georgianna Motel
2.0 star property
12.9 km from Lake Lanier
6.8 out of 10, (15 reviews)
"Best Motel in Gainesville, let me tell you. "
United States
Larry
The price is RM205
RM256 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Georgianna Motel
Lobby

Comfort Inn & Suites Buford near Mall of Georgia

Comfort Inn & Suites Buford near Mall of Georgia
2.5 star property
15.1 km from Lake Lanier
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (86 reviews)
"Clean room and very friendly staff"
United States
Jennifer
The price is RM374
RM443 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Comfort Inn & Suites Buford near Mall of Georgia
Exterior

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cumming near Northside Hospital Forsyth

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cumming near Northside Hospital Forsyth
4.0 star property
15.8 km from Lake Lanier
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (596 reviews)
"Very clean very friendly front desk. Good breakfast would definitely stay here again."
United States
Barbara
The price is RM446
RM548 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cumming near Northside Hospital Forsyth
Restaurant

Fairfield Inn and Suites Gainesville

Fairfield Inn and Suites Gainesville
3.0 star property
13.3 km from Lake Lanier
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (541 reviews)
"Staff was friendly. Check in was easy."
United States
Kaylee
The price is RM627
RM741 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Fairfield Inn and Suites Gainesville
Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area

Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area
2.0 star property
14.9 km from Lake Lanier
6.2 out of 10, (293 reviews)
"There are Ants in the Room, Need I say more"
United States
Kyle
The price is RM301
RM367 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Econo Lodge Gainesville Downtown Area
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

Motel 6 Dawsonville, GA - North GA Premium Outlets

Motel 6 Dawsonville, GA - North GA Premium Outlets
2.0 star property
16.8 km from Lake Lanier
6.8 out of 10, (780 reviews)
"Had a great time bed was a little hard staff very friendly. Coffee was great"
United States
Willis or Marion
The price is RM338
RM412 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Motel 6 Dawsonville, GA - North GA Premium Outlets
Terrace/patio

Hampton Inn Cumming

Hampton Inn Cumming
2.5 star property
15.9 km from Lake Lanier
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (878 reviews)
"Pleasant staff a decent breakfast and clean "
United States
Jeffrey
The price is RM464
RM554 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Hampton Inn Cumming
BBQ/picnic Area

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Gainesville

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Gainesville
3.0 star property
13.2 km from Lake Lanier
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (122 reviews)
"Juanita in the food prep and service was excellent. She came and spoke with us guest, showed interest in where we are from and how we’re doing."
United States
Abel
The price is RM668
RM788 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Gainesville
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Top Lake Lanier Hotel Reviews

Lanier Islands Resort

Lanier Islands Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Here’s a polished, enthusiastic review you can post: Our stay at Lake Lanier Islands Resort was absolutely fantastic from start to finish! The property is beautiful, well-maintained, and offers incredible views of the lake that made it easy to relax and unwind. The staff was welcoming, friendly, and went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. Our room was clean, comfortable, and well-appointed, and the entire resort had a peaceful, upscale atmosphere. There was no shortage of things to do, from enjoying the lake and walking the grounds to dining on-site and taking in the scenery. Every interaction we had exceeded our expectations, and it was clear that the team takes great pride in creating a memorable guest experience. If you’re looking for a weekend getaway, family vacation, or simply a place to recharge, I highly recommend Lake Lanier Islands Resort. We left already looking forward to our next visit. Five stars all the way!"
John 2-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Lanier Islands Resort

Hotels near other Lake Lanier attractions

New Wave Cable Park

2.6/10 (4 reviews)
Take the family on an outing to New Wave Cable Park during your trip to Flowery Branch. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Lanier?
Lake Lanier is located in an area that travellers like for its shopping. You'll find 97 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay near Lake Lanier?
Lanier Islands Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this lodge offers a marina and a full-service spa. It's located 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from Lake Lanier. Another good choice is Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites, located 5.7 mi (9.3 km) away.
How many hotels will I find near Lake Lanier?
Expedia has 97 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Lake Lanier.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Lanier, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Lake Lanier.
What can I see and do near Lake Lanier?
Create some family memories at New Wave Cable Park and Margaritaville at Lanier Islands. Explore nature at Sunset Cove Beach and Big Creek Greenway. You might plan a visit to Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course or Bobby Bailey Tennis Center while you're in the area.