The Gator Den Motel - Dunnellon
29.046284, -82.463662Overview
2-star riverfront motel with on-site restaurant, boat rentals, and live music
Amenities and Services
The Gator Den offers free parking with reserved spots directly in front of each room. The property includes a designated smoking area and facilities for disabled guests, such as a wheelchair-accessible lower bathroom sink and toilet with grab rails. Daily housekeeping, key access, smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers are provided for guest safety.
Accommodations
Each room at Gator Den Motel has air conditioning, a private bathroom, and a coffee machine. The rooms include a refrigerator, a TV, a work desk, and a sofa bed. Tiled floors and a private bathroom with toiletries are standard in all units.
Dining and Entertainment
The on-site restaurant serves American and seafood cuisines in a family-friendly setting. A bar with live music and a tiki bar overlooking the river are available for guests. The restaurant also offers karaoke nights and a riverfront dining experience.
Location and Activities
The Gator Den is located on the Withlacoochee River, 5 miles from Rainbow Springs State Park and 22 miles from Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park. Guests can rent pontoon boats, fishing boats, and airboats on site, with a public boat ramp across the street. The property also has a fishing dock and offers guided airboat tours with Captain Bob.
Pet-Friendly and Accessibility
The Gator Den Hotel allows pets, and guests reported bringing dogs without issues on the property. Accessible parking and a wheelchair-accessible room (King Room - Disability Access) are available. The motel has a non-smoking policy throughout, with designated smoking areas outside.
- Riverfront: On the Withlacoochee River with private dock and boat ramp across street
- Boat Rentals: Pontoon, fishing, and airboat rentals available on site
- Restaurant: American and seafood cuisine with live music and karaoke
- Pet-Friendly: Dogs allowed on property
- Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible rooms and parking
- Location: 5 miles from Rainbow Springs State Park, 22 miles from Homosassa Springs
Rooms and availability
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed2 King Size Beds
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed and 1 Sofa bed
Facilities
Main facilities
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Flat-screen TV
Fishing
Sports & Fitness
- Fishing
Services
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Essential information about The Gator Den Motel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 110 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 50.7 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Gainesville Regional, GNV |
Location
- City landmarks
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