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

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A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of palm trees and greenery outside.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

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

A lobby with a patterned carpet, two green armchairs, a white sofa, a small round table with a plant, and framed artwork on the wall.

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

10.8 km from Sweetwater Lake

Austin

₩138,762

₩156,107 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A cozy cabin interior with a wooden interior, a dining table with a chair, a window, and a hanging lantern.

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

16.5 km from Sweetwater Lake

Katie

₩157,442

₩290,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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

A covered outdoor area with a paved walkway leading to a seating area, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.

A reception desk with a modern design, a ceiling fan, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a TV, and a mirror.

3. BlueGem Motel

6.2 km from Sweetwater Lake

Myra

₩122,804

₩138,154 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

A motel with a covered entrance, multiple parking spaces, and a fire extinguisher on the wall.

A workspace with two chairs, a desk, a computer monitor, and a wall-mounted sign reading 'BUSINESS CENTER'.

A gym with treadmills, exercise balls, and dumbbells.

4. Clarion Pointe Alachua - Gainesville Area

11.7 km from Sweetwater Lake

Josey

₩80,282

₩96,988 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A room with a wooden ceiling, two beds with patterned bedding, a desk, and a chair.

A stone outdoor seating area with a table and benches, a trash bin, and a building in the background.

A row of motel buildings with a fire hydrant and trees in front.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a dresser, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

5. High Springs Country Inn

6.1 km from Sweetwater Lake

Paige

₩90,729

₩102,070 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a covered seating area, and a multi-story building with balconies.

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

A spacious lobby with a dining area, a kitchen, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

6. Quality Inn Alachua - Gainesville Area

11.7 km from Sweetwater Lake

Deborah

₩97,120

₩109,260 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

A corner room with two checkered chairs, a small table, a framed picture on the wall, and a floor lamp.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a towel rack.

A reception area with a counter, a computer, and a bulletin board with pamphlets.

7. Palms Garden Inn

12.3 km from Sweetwater Lake

Igor

₩91,997

₩103,497 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

A large, empty parking lot with marked parking spaces and a few trees in the background.

A parking lot with marked lanes and a grassy area on one side.

A motel with a two-story structure, a covered front entrance, and a parking lot with several cars.

8. Royal Inn

11.2 km from Sweetwater Lake

James

₩96,066

₩108,074 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

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

9. Americas Best Value Inn Alachua

11.2 km from Sweetwater Lake

Jennifer

₩90,926

₩102,817 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Sweetwater Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua - Gainesville Area by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy	10.0 Exceptional 291 reviews	View
BlueGem Motel	9.2 Wonderful 480 reviews	View
Clarion Pointe Alachua - Gainesville Area	7.6 Good 20 reviews	View
High Springs Country Inn	8.4 Very good 53 reviews	View

Top Sweetwater Lake Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

10/10 Excellent

"Excelente todo"

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua - Gainesville Area by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay!!"

Best Western Gateway Grand

10/10 Excellent

"I love the quite area"

Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful, well maintained property. Walkable to restaurants and shopping and parking is free and convenient. We only stayed there one night, but if I’m ever Gainesville again – this will be my top choice!"

BlueGem Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean rooms and homey atmosphere!"

High Springs Country Inn

8/10 Good

"Unique chance to stay in 1950's style motel."

Clarion Pointe Alachua - Gainesville Area

10/10 Excellent

"Clean updated rooms very quit and comfortable beds."

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Gainesville Northwest

10/10 Excellent

"The staff is very polite, and the rooms are nice, spacious, and clean. I would stay again."

Quality Inn Alachua - Gainesville Area

10/10 Excellent

"Good to go. Was nice after a long drive. Very very comfortable beds."

Other attractions near Sweetwater Lake

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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Downing Lake

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

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O'Leno State Park

9.0/10 (28 reviews)

You can take time to visit O'Leno State Park during your travels to High Springs. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the kayaking spots.

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Nature Center

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Nature Center during your travels in High Springs. Amble around the area's parks or visit its shops.

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Camp Kulaqua Conservation Easement

You can take time to visit Camp Kulaqua Conservation Easement during your travels to High Springs. Amble around the area's parks or visit its shops.

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Hirschi Prayer Park

Hirschi Prayer Park is just one of the places to see in High Springs, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's parks or visit its shops.

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Hornsby Spring

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hornsby Spring 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 Sweetwater Lake?

Sweetwater Lake is located in High Springs. You'll find 55 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Sweetwater Lake?

Located 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Sweetwater 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 3.8 mi (6.1 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Sweetwater Lake?

Expedia has 55 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Sweetwater Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sweetwater Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Sweetwater Lake.

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

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

What can I see and do near Sweetwater Lake?

You can wander around Hirschi Prayer Park, McCall Park, or High Springs Civic Center Park if you want a dose of fresh air. 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 Downing Lake, take some time to really appreciate nature.

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