The Best Hotels Closest to Lake Lanier in - 2026 Updated Prices

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

A modern living room with a fireplace, seating area, and a kitchen visible through an open doorway.

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

9.3 km from Lake Lanier

John

฿3,417

฿4,096 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance area.

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

A modern dining area with a long counter and blue chairs, a kitchen area with a refrigerator and coffee station, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a small kitchenette, and a seating area with a view of the outdoors.

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buford – Mall of Georgia by IHG

17.2 km from Lake Lanier

Catherine

฿4,073

฿4,810 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern coffee shop interior with a seating area, a coffee machine, and a laptop on the table.

An outdoor grill with a burger on a plate, condiments, and a glass of water on a table.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a microwave, and a dishwasher.

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

3. Candlewood Suites Oakwood by IHG

9.2 km from Lake Lanier

Kenneth D

฿4,228

฿5,030 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

A hotel lobby with a dining area, seating arrangements, and a television mounted on the wall.

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.

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

7.2 km from Lake Lanier

Ava

฿4,577

฿5,430 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

An outdoor kitchen area with a granite countertop, bar stools, a grill, and a brick oven.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a view of the city.

A modern hotel reception area with a white reception desk, a minibar, and a visible 'Suite Shop' sign.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in shelves, and a dining area with chairs.

5. Homewood Suites By Hilton Buford Mall Of Ga

18.7 km from Lake Lanier

Shakela

฿3,942

฿4,661 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A modern waiting area with a grey sofa, blue armchairs, a coffee table, and potted plants.

A modern dining area with a central island, seating arrangements, and a visible kitchen area in the background.

6. Comfort Inn & Suites Buford near Mall of Georgia

15.1 km from Lake Lanier

Calvin

฿2,979

฿3,534 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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

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

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

7. The Guest Lodge Gainesville

15.2 km from Lake Lanier

Justin

฿3,099

฿3,731 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

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

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

A modern bar area with a high counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles.

8. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA

15.9 km from Lake Lanier

John

฿4,778

฿5,661 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern restaurant with multiple seating areas, including booths and tables, and a bar area with stools.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden side table, and a floor lamp.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black microwave, and a coffee maker on the countertop.

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Atlanta Buford/Mall of Georgia

17.4 km from Lake Lanier

JoAnn

฿3,457

฿4,107 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern lobby with a blue sofa, a small round table, and a fireplace with a stone wall.

A gym with multiple treadmills, a weight bench, and dumbbells.

A hotel dining area with a large wooden table, multiple chairs, and a colorful carpet.

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

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Atlanta Buford/Mall of Georgia

18.4 km from Lake Lanier

Donald

฿3,661

฿4,340 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

A modern building with the sign 'COUNTRY INN & SUITES BY RADISSON' at the top.

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, clear glass windows, and a tiled edge.

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

15.8 km from Lake Lanier

Vishnu Vardhan Rao

฿3,945

฿4,819 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A fitness center with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

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

13.5 km from Lake Lanier

Bryan

฿4,240

฿5,043 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

13. Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

13.3 km from Lake Lanier

Joseph

฿4,271

฿5,078 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor patio with modern furniture, a ceiling fan, and a fire pit.

A hotel reception area with a large welcome sign, a reception desk, and a seating area with a patterned rug.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a welcoming entrance.

A modern dining area with a central wooden table, green upholstered chairs, and a hanging light fixture.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Johns Creek

25.4 km from Lake Lanier

Liezl

฿3,414

฿4,085 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A reception area with two counters, a vending machine, and seating.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a lamp.

A modern kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a coffee maker, and a sink.

15. Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Buford Mall of Georgia

18.2 km from Lake Lanier

Samuel

฿3,661

฿4,340 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, a ceiling with wooden panels, and a door leading to another room.

A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, a counter, and a television screen.

A modern cafe with wooden furniture, a counter with a coffee machine, and a TV screen.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'HOME' sign, a covered entrance, and a fire lane.

16. Home2 Suites by Hilton Cumming Atlanta, GA

20.9 km from Lake Lanier

Vera and Jack

฿4,512

฿5,356 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A reception desk with a 'Welcome to the Peach State' sign, a wooden reception area, and a display of local products.

A rectangular pool with blue tiles, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, adjacent to a brick building with multiple windows and a door.

A gym with treadmills, exercise balls, and a wall clock.

A hotel kitchen with a check-in counter, buffet area, and a seating area in the background.

17. Hampton Inn Atlanta-Mall Of Georgia

17.5 km from Lake Lanier

Steve

฿3,393

฿4,035 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Hyatt Place' sign, a covered entrance, and a landscaped driveway.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, seating area with sofas, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a fireplace, and a view of the city.

A bar area with a curved granite countertop, bar stools, and a refrigerated display case with beverages.

18. Hyatt Place Atlanta/Duluth/Johns Creek

25.9 km from Lake Lanier

Scott

฿2,805

฿3,385 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern building with a brick facade and a covered entrance area.

An outdoor patio with stone seating, a fire pit, and a covered area with a sign indicating a clearance height.

A modern restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a bar.

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

19. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Suwanee Johns Creek

23.6 km from Lake Lanier

Robert

฿3,235

฿3,887 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern lobby with a blue sofa, a fireplace, a reception desk, and a stone accent wall.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.

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

A modern reception area with a blue-lit wall, a reception desk, and a seating area with a view of the cityscape.

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites Atlanta Cumming/Johns Creek

20.8 km from Lake Lanier

nihal

฿3,937

฿4,694 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Lanier

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites	9.0 Wonderful 844 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buford – Mall of Georgia by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 390 reviews	View
Candlewood Suites Oakwood by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 83 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Flowery Branch Lake Lanier	8.8 Excellent 593 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Buford Mall Of Ga	9.6 Exceptional 134 reviews	View

Top Lake Lanier Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Flowery Branch Lake Lanier

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was very welcoming - the rooms were clean and comfortable…. The breakfast area was also very clean and well maintained."

Other attractions near Lake Lanier

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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Bobby Bailey Tennis Center

Catch an event at Bobby Bailey Tennis Center during your trip to Flowery Branch. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course

8.4/10 (46 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Buford at Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Big Creek Greenway

7.2/10 (5 reviews)

You can take time to visit Big Creek Greenway during your travels to Buford. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Margaritaville at Lanier Islands

8.6/10 (155 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Margaritaville at Lanier Islands during your visit to Buford. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

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Sunset Cove Beach

7.6/10 (47 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sunset Cove Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Buford. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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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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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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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 80 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 Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Flowery Branch Lake Lanier, located 4.5 mi (7.2 km) away.

How many hotels will I find near Lake Lanier?

Expedia has 80 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 Big Creek Greenway and Sunset Cove Beach. You might plan a visit to Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course or Bobby Bailey Tennis Center while you're in the area.

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

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buford – Mall of Georgia by IHG

3. Candlewood Suites Oakwood by IHG

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

5. Homewood Suites By Hilton Buford Mall Of Ga

6. Comfort Inn & Suites Buford near Mall of Georgia

7. The Guest Lodge Gainesville

8. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville GA

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Atlanta Buford/Mall of Georgia

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Atlanta Buford/Mall of Georgia

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

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

13. Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Johns Creek

15. Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Buford Mall of Georgia

16. Home2 Suites by Hilton Cumming Atlanta, GA

17. Hampton Inn Atlanta-Mall Of Georgia

18. Hyatt Place Atlanta/Duluth/Johns Creek

19. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Suwanee Johns Creek

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites Atlanta Cumming/Johns Creek

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Top Lake Lanier Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Flowery Branch Lake Lanier

Other attractions near Lake Lanier

New Wave Cable Park

Bobby Bailey Tennis Center

Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course

Big Creek Greenway

Margaritaville at Lanier Islands

Sunset Cove Beach

Oaks Miniature Golf

Gainesville Theatre Alliance

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