The Best Hotels Closest to Downing Lake in High Springs for 2026

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Our top choices for Downing Lake hotels

A modern kitchen area with a central counter, various food stations, and a chalkboard menu.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Alachua I-75

11.7 km from Downing Lake

Pamela

NT$3,696 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel with a covered entrance, stone facade, and blue lighting accents.

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua - Gainesville Area by IHG

11.4 km from Downing Lake

Austin

NT$3,886 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A cabin with a cozy interior, a dining area, and a view of the forest.

3. Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

16.1 km from Downing Lake

Katie

NT$7,468 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A stone water feature with cascading water, surrounded by a brick wall and greenery.

4. BlueGem Motel

6.1 km from Downing Lake

Myra

NT$3,493 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern kitchen with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a coffee maker on a wooden cabinet. There is a window with a view of a green landscape.

5. Vista Verde Farm Retreat

7.4 km from Downing Lake

Stacy

NT$6,128 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a mural of a landscape.

6. Clarion Pointe Alachua - Gainesville Area

12.3 km from Downing Lake

Josey

NT$2,361 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

7. High Springs Country Inn

5.9 km from Downing Lake

Paige

NT$2,798 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A cozy restaurant with wooden beams, yellow walls, and a bar area with coffee machines.

8. Quality Inn Alachua - Gainesville Area

12.3 km from Downing Lake

Gerald

NT$2,660 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

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

9. Palms Garden Inn

12.2 km from Downing Lake

Igor

NT$2,520 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

10. Royal Inn

11.8 km from Downing Lake

James

NT$2,631 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a painting on the wall, and a window with a curtain.

11. Americas Best Value Inn Alachua

11.8 km from Downing Lake

Jennifer

NT$2,400 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn & Suites Alachua I-75	2.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 570 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua - Gainesville Area by IHG	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy	2.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 294 reviews	View
BlueGem Motel	2.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 484 reviews	View
Vista Verde Farm Retreat	2.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 21 reviews	View

Top Downing Lake Hotel Reviews

Best Western Gateway Grand

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely stay. Clean, quiet and pleasant with all the amenities"

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

8/10 Good

"They gave us an ADA accessible room (which we don't need) without asking if that was okay with us. We requested a different room but were told there was no other room available. Because of that, our bathroom mirror was a bit too low for us. My husband had to bend down to see his face in the mirror. They should put a larger taller mirror there that can work for both disabled and non-disabled people. Also the light fixture above the mirror was off center and too low. That didn't affect functionality of the bathroom but it looked strange and not aesthetically pleasing. The breakfast room was clean and there were plenty of tables and choices but I didn't feel there were any very healthy options. Fruity yogurts with added sugar, tiny boxed cereals, scrambled eggs, sausage, toast, bagels and a make your own waffle station with several topping options. Also juice and coffee and a few fresh fruits. We took some apples to go to eat later for snacks. We took some apples to go to eat later for snacks and they were delicious apples. L We didn't use the pool, it looked okay but pretty basic. Cookies, coffee, tea, and popcorn in the lobby was a nice amenity when we returned at the end of our long days. The elevator is slow and our key cards had to be scanned in the door lock anywhere from 4 to 8 times, every time, in order to work. The first time this happened we thought they were programmed wrong so went back to the front desk. Overall the staff were kind, friendly and helpful."

Clarion Pointe Alachua - Gainesville Area

10/10 Excellent

"The place has been renovated since my stay and is very nice. The window shade does not block the outside lighting make it difficult to sleep. The room lighting is ok but I would prefer a low temperature like 2700k or 3000K which less harsh. They should add a tissue dispenser to the room"

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua - Gainesville Area by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay! The hotel is newer, very clean, and well maintained. The staff was extremely friendly and welcoming, which made our stay even more enjoyable. Everything was great, and we would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a nice, comfortable place to stay. We would happily stay here again!"

Other attractions near Downing Lake

A calm lake with a grassy foreground and a cloudy sky.

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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Downing Lake?

Downing Lake is located in High Springs. You'll find 59 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place 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 traveler data. Another good choice is High Springs Country Inn, located 3.7 mi (5.9 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Downing Lake?

Expedia has 59 hotels and other accommodations 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 before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Downing Lake.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Downing Lake?

For more information about updating your stay near Downing Lake or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

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 Sweetwater Lake, you can surround yourself with nature.

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Our top choices for Downing Lake hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Alachua I-75

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua - Gainesville Area by IHG

3. Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

4. BlueGem Motel

5. Vista Verde Farm Retreat

6. Clarion Pointe Alachua - Gainesville Area

7. High Springs Country Inn

8. Quality Inn Alachua - Gainesville Area

9. Palms Garden Inn

10. Royal Inn

11. Americas Best Value Inn Alachua

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Top Downing Lake Hotel Reviews

Best Western Gateway Grand

La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

Clarion Pointe Alachua - Gainesville Area

Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

BlueGem Motel

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua - Gainesville Area by IHG

Palms Garden Inn

Hampton Inn & Suites Alachua I-75

Other attractions near Downing Lake

Sweetwater Lake

Hog Lake

O'Leno State Park

Camp Kulaqua Conservation Easement

Nature Center

Hirschi Prayer Park

Hornsby Spring

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Find hotels near Downing Lake, High Springs from NT$2,361

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Our top choices for Downing Lake hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Alachua I-75

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua - Gainesville Area by IHG

3. Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

4. BlueGem Motel

5. Vista Verde Farm Retreat

6. Clarion Pointe Alachua - Gainesville Area

7. High Springs Country Inn

8. Quality Inn Alachua - Gainesville Area

9. Palms Garden Inn

10. Royal Inn

11. Americas Best Value Inn Alachua

Compare popular hotels close to Downing Lake

Top Downing Lake Hotel Reviews

Best Western Gateway Grand

Other attractions near Downing Lake

Sweetwater Lake

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