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Our top choices for Downing Lake hotels

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BlueGem Motel

BlueGem Motel

BlueGem Motel
2.0 star property
6.1 km from Downing Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (394)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Wesley
The price is S$154
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan, 2026
BlueGem Motel
1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Vista Verde Farm Retreat

Vista Verde Farm Retreat

Vista Verde Farm Retreat
2.0 star property
7.4 km from Downing Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"This is my second time staying on this property and I love it "
United States
brandie
The price is S$231
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan, 2026
Vista Verde Farm Retreat
Breakfast area
Hampton Inn & Suites Alachua I-75

Hampton Inn & Suites Alachua I-75

Hampton Inn & Suites Alachua I-75
2.5 star property
11.7 km from Downing Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (473)
"Staff very helpful- clean updated facility. "
United States
bethany
The price is S$147
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Alachua I-75
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua - Gainesville Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua - Gainesville Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua - Gainesville Area by IHG
3.5 star property
11.4 km from Downing Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1006)
"Staff was great and the location is perfect ! "
United States
JAY
The price is S$164
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua - Gainesville Area by IHG
Laptop workspace, free WiFi
High Springs Country Inn

High Springs Country Inn

High Springs Country Inn
2.0 star property
5.9 km from Downing Lake
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (17)
"Great remodel of a retro motel."
United States
Kathleen
The price is S$109
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan, 2026
High Springs Country Inn
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Alachua Inn

Alachua Inn

Alachua Inn
2.0 star property
12.3 km from Downing Lake
5.8 out of 10, (658)
"Staff was very nice"
United States
Nekia
The price is S$96
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan, 2026
Alachua Inn
Exterior
Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
2.0 star property
16.1 km from Downing Lake
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (156)
"Fantastic place! Very nice amenities and service was wonderful"
United States
Annette
The price is S$254
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan, 2026
Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Free daily continental breakfast
Quality Inn Alachua - Gainesville Area

Quality Inn Alachua - Gainesville Area

Quality Inn Alachua - Gainesville Area
2.5 star property
12.2 km from Downing Lake
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1006)
"The hotel staff was excellent at check-in and check out. "
United States
Edward
The price is S$106
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Quality Inn Alachua - Gainesville Area
Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Palms Garden Inn

Palms Garden Inn

Palms Garden Inn
2.0 star property
12.2 km from Downing Lake
7.4 out of 10, Good, (581)
"Clean and nice staff "
United States
apollo
The price is S$94
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan, 2026
Palms Garden Inn
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
Americas Best Value Inn Alachua

Americas Best Value Inn Alachua

Americas Best Value Inn Alachua
2.0 star property
11.8 km from Downing Lake
4.8 out of 10, (599)
"Staff was helpful and so courteous.."
United States
Christian
The price is S$88
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Americas Best Value Inn Alachua
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Top Downing Lake Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent Staff Especially The Bartender..She Was Very Friendly And She Fixed My Drink..Tom Collins "
Leroy 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

Hotels near other Downing Lake attractions

Landscape at Sweetwater Wetlands Preserve in Gainesville, FL

Sweetwater Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sweetwater Lake during your travels in High Springs. Amble around the area's parks or visit its shops.
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Scenery on the Hog Hammock Trail, Florida

Hog Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hog Lake during your travels in High Springs. Amble around the area's parks or visit its shops.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Downing Lake?
Downing Lake is located in High Springs. You'll find 39 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay near Downing Lake?
Located 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Downing Lake, BlueGem Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Another good choice is High Springs Country Inn, located 3.7 mi (5.9 km) away.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Downing Lake?
Expedia has 39 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Downing Lake.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Downing Lake, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Downing Lake.
What can I see and do near Downing Lake?
Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Hirschi Prayer Park, McCall Park or High Springs Civic Center Park. Attractions like High Springs Museum and High Springs Community Theater highlight the local culture. At O'Leno State Park, River Rise Preserve State Park and Hornsby Spring, you can surround yourself with nature.