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A circular outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs, surrounded by a gravel and grass border, with a tree and a building in the background.

Two single beds with white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A two-story brick building with a flat roof and a covered front porch.

A parking lot with a building in the background, a tree with pink flowers, and a clear blue sky.

1. Georgianna Motel

Westside, 1.6 mi from Elachee Nature Science Center

Larry

£52

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a large mirror.

A multi-story hotel with a gas station attached, featuring a prominent 'Best Price Plus' sign.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, a dishwasher, and a bar area with two black bar stools.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a mirrored wall.

2. Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites

2.4 mi from Elachee Nature Science Center

John

£89

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a pool, and string lights.

A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a covered patio area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a lamp.

A spacious room with a high ceiling, a large window, a wooden bar area, and a seating area with chairs and a sofa.

3. The Guest Lodge Gainesville

Midtown, 3.3 mi from Elachee Nature Science Center

Justin

£81

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a central fire feature, and a restaurant area.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Courtyard by Marriott' sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern gym with wooden cabinets, a wall-mounted TV, and various exercise equipment including dumbbells and benches.

A modern lobby with a round seating area, a large window with a view of the street, and a chandelier.

4. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA

Downtown Gainesville, 3.8 mi from Elachee Nature Science Center

John

£127

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

A modern kitchen with a long counter, multiple food dispensers, and hanging pendant lights.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a fire feature, and a pool.

A spacious lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a cityscape mural on the wall.

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Braselton

9.2 mi from Elachee Nature Science Center

Christine

£122

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

A compact kitchen with a dining area, equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a television.

A self-serve area with a refrigerated beverage cooler, snack bins, and a sign for Candlewood Cupboard.

6. Candlewood Suites Oakwood by IHG

2.4 mi from Elachee Nature Science Center

Kenneth D

£121

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a television screen.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a modern design, multiple parking spaces, and a landscaped entrance area.

A hotel room with a bed, a coffee machine, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

A buffet with labeled containers of turkey sausage and cookies.

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville - Lake Lanier Area by IHG

4.3 mi from Elachee Nature Science Center

Bryan

£120

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A breakfast bar with juice dispensers, a waffle maker, and various food items.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.

A swimming pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by a beige building with a covered patio area and a metal fence.

A Hampton Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a welcoming sign.

8. Hampton Inn Gainesville

3.5 mi from Elachee Nature Science Center

£116

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, large potted plants, and a reception desk.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a flag display, and a well-lit facade.

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large abstract painting.

A breakfast bar with a display case, bar stools, and a variety of breakfast items.

9. Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

2.7 mi from Elachee Nature Science Center

Joseph

£116

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a reception desk, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A landscaped courtyard with a pathway, benches, and various trees.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a coffee machine, and a food display.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a television.

10. Comfort Inn & Suites

Midtown, 3.7 mi from Elachee Nature Science Center

Mary

£80

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, multiple seating options, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden wall.

A corner market with refrigerated beverage dispensers and shelves stocked with snacks and beverages.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a sofa.

A reception area with a corner market, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a large window with a tree view.

11. Fairfield Inn and Suites Gainesville

2.8 mi from Elachee Nature Science Center

Edgar

£128

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, red umbrellas, and string lights.

A hotel room with a sofa, ottoman, and a small side table. There is a television and a lamp on the side table. The room has a patterned carpet and a door leading to another room.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a mix of white and brown paneling, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and refrigerator. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

12. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Gainesville

2.6 mi from Elachee Nature Science Center

Chris

£141

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A spacious living area with wooden flooring, a fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee station.

A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a granite countertop, and various food items on the counter.

A large indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and a bench.

A multi-level hotel lobby with a staircase, seating area, and a flat-screen TV.

13. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Braselton, GA

10.4 mi from Elachee Nature Science Center

Jill

£92

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A large, two-story house with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance, and a well-maintained lawn.

A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a large seating area, and a modern chandelier.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a building.

A spacious hotel lobby with a grand staircase, seating areas, and a large chandelier.

14. Chateau Elan

10 mi from Elachee Nature Science Center

Deborah

£230

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table, and a mirror.

A rectangular swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lounge chairs and a brick wall.

A gym with various exercise equipment, treadmills, and free weights.

A hotel reception area with a wooden counter, a nameplate, a vending machine, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

15. Springhill Suites By Marriott Braselton

10.4 mi from Elachee Nature Science Center

Marissa

£141

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A stone fire pit with chairs, a vineyard in the background, and a large building with a distinctive roof.

A large building with multiple windows and a flat roof, surrounded by a vineyard.

A spacious cafe with a long wooden bench, multiple tables, and hanging pendant lights.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Braselton

10.3 mi from Elachee Nature Science Center

Wade

£118

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a TV screen.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a wardrobe, a TV, and a blue sofa.

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

9.9 mi from Elachee Nature Science Center

Paul

£90

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a 3 ft 6 in no diving sign, surrounded by chairs and potted plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A kitchen counter with a sink, a mirror, and various toiletries.

A reception area with a check-in counter, a seating area with a patterned rug, and a wall with a travel-themed poster.

18. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Flowery Branch Lake Lanier

6.6 mi from Elachee Nature Science Center

Ava

£122

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, small table, TV, and a bed with a patterned rug.

A two-story building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance.

A hotel reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and a hallway leading to a dining area with red chairs.

A dining area with a long table and red chairs, a buffet station, and a kitchen in the background.

19. Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Braselton

10.1 mi from Elachee Nature Science Center

Moise

£91

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, tables, and chairs, featuring an American flag.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

A hotel with a red roof, stone facade, and an American flag.

A spacious outdoor area with a gravel surface, surrounded by greenery and trees.

20. Best Western Braselton Inn

9.8 mi from Elachee Nature Science Center

Sherilyn

£103

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Elachee Nature Science Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Georgianna Motel	6.8 15 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites	9.0 Wonderful 842 reviews	View
The Guest Lodge Gainesville	8.6 Excellent 1,007 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA	9.6 Exceptional 357 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Braselton	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View

Top Elachee Nature Science Center Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was amazing! It was close to everything we needed! The staff was very friendly! The pool was very clean and nice! The rooms were very clean and nice! The breakfast was great!"

Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful"

Fairfield Inn and Suites Gainesville

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and comfortable. The only things wrong was the shower curtain was too short and when taking a shower the water went outside the shower area, the people above our room were stomping around until 11pm and started back to stomping at 6am."

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Gainesville

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and quiet rooms and good included breakfast"

Hobbiton Charm 2 BR Townhouse with LOTR inspired theme.

8/10 Good

"Overall great stay. Only issues is the road leading in Hugh pot holes everywhere and as soon as I walked in the smell of weed hit me like a brick house. It disapated after a few days and I made sure to let the host know and they were receptive they apologized. Quiet inside you don’t hear the neighbors and everything worked properly. Would stay with them again very clean"

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

10/10 Excellent

"Nice experience shocked there wasn’t a pool but nice"

HomeTowne Studios By Red Roof Gainesville, GA

10/10 Excellent

"I enjoy the fact that I can actually cook there"

Rustic 2BR Farmhouse Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great and perfect when we arrived. The host was very attentive and polite and making sure to make sure everything was going well. The host had great communication throughout the whole trip and even accommodated a later check out. Looking forward to book again soon!!"

Georgianna Motel

10/10 Excellent

"It’s was nice clean room"

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Wilshire Trails Park

7.8/10 (33 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Wilshire Trails Park, a lovely green space in Gainesville. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Chicopee Woods Golf Course

7.4/10 (29 reviews)

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Gainesville Theatre Alliance

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Gainesville Theatre Alliance on your trip to Oakwood. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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College Square Shopping Center

8.0/10 (6 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at College Square Shopping Center during your stay in Oakwood. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Oaks Miniature Golf

6.6/10 (14 reviews)

You can take time to visit Oaks Miniature Golf during your travels to Oakwood. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's festivals.

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Interactive Neighborhood for Kids

7.0/10 (25 reviews)

You can take time to visit Interactive Neighborhood for Kids during your travels to Gainesville. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Smithgall Arts Center

6.6/10 (17 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Smithgall Arts Center on your trip to Gainesville. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Regal Hollywood - Gainesville

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Elachee Nature Science Center?

Elachee Nature Science Center is located in an area of Gainesville that travellers like for its lakeside setting. You'll find 99 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Elachee Nature Science Center?

Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Elachee Nature Science Center. Other good options within 5 miles include Georgianna Motel and The Guest Lodge Gainesville.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Elachee Nature Science Center?

Expedia has 99 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Elachee Nature Science Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Elachee Nature Science Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Elachee Nature Science Center.

What can I see and do near Elachee Nature Science Center?

You can enjoy live performances at Gainesville Theatre Alliance and Smithgall Arts Center. Create some family memories at Oaks Miniature Golf, Interactive Neighborhood for Kids and Quinlan Visual Arts Center while you're exploring the area around Elachee Nature Science Center. You might plan a visit to Chicopee Woods Golf Course or Regal Hollywood - Gainesville while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for Elachee Nature Science Center hotels

1. Georgianna Motel

2. Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites

3. The Guest Lodge Gainesville

4. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Braselton

6. Candlewood Suites Oakwood by IHG

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville - Lake Lanier Area by IHG

8. Hampton Inn Gainesville

9. Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

10. Comfort Inn & Suites

11. Fairfield Inn and Suites Gainesville

12. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Gainesville

13. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Braselton, GA

14. Chateau Elan

15. Springhill Suites By Marriott Braselton

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Braselton

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

18. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Flowery Branch Lake Lanier

19. Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Braselton

20. Best Western Braselton Inn

Compare popular hotels close to Elachee Nature Science Center

Top Elachee Nature Science Center Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites

Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA

Fairfield Inn and Suites Gainesville

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Gainesville

Hobbiton Charm 2 BR Townhouse with LOTR inspired theme.

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

HomeTowne Studios By Red Roof Gainesville, GA

Rustic 2BR Farmhouse Retreat

Georgianna Motel

Other attractions near Elachee Nature Science Center

Wilshire Trails Park

Chicopee Woods Golf Course

Gainesville Theatre Alliance

College Square Shopping Center

Oaks Miniature Golf

Interactive Neighborhood for Kids

Smithgall Arts Center

Regal Hollywood - Gainesville

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