Palms Garden Inn places you within a 15-minute drive of popular attractions such as O'Leno State Park and North Florida Speedway. The 54 rooms at this motel include coffee makers, flat-screen TVs, and premium bedding.
North Florida Speedway - 10 min drive - 10.9 miles
Southside Recreation Complex - 14 min drive - 14.3 miles
Southside Sports Complex - 14 min drive - 14.3 miles
Getting around
Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
Love's Travel Stop - 9 min walk
Burger King - 9 min walk
Wendy's - 3 min walk
Hardee's - 8 min walk
Dunkin' - 1 min walk
About this property
Palms Garden Inn
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of O'Leno State Park
Guests of Palms Garden Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and express check-out. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The front desk has multilingual staff that can answer questions about the accommodations, services, and more. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a vending machine, and a TV in a common area.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Coffee makers and desks are other standard amenities.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 20
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
This property welcomes pets for USD 10.00 per pet, per night
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.
Pet fee: USD 10.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 20
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 21 years old.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to do close to Palms Garden Inn?
This motel is located in Lake City, close to O'Leno State Park.
How much does it cost to stay at Palms Garden Inn?
As of Dec 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palms Garden Inn on Dec 28, 2025 start from $64.95, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is parking available on site at Palms Garden Inn?
Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.
Does Palms Garden Inn have a casino at the property?
No, Palms Garden Inn doesn't have a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at Palms Garden Inn?
No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.
Is Palms Garden Inn a good place to stay for couples?
Amenities at this motel that appeal to couples include premium bedding in each guestroom with kitchenettes in some.
Are there hot tubs at Palms Garden Inn?
No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.
Does Palms Garden Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?
No, Palms Garden Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.
Does Palms Garden Inn allow pets to stay for free?
Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Palms Garden Inn for a fee of USD 10.00 per pet, per night.
Does Palms Garden Inn have connecting rooms?
No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Where is the closest airport to Palms Garden Inn?
The closest major airport to Palms Garden Inn is Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV), which is about 28.8 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies at Palms Garden Inn?
No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Palms Garden Inn.
Palms Garden Inn Reviews
Reviews
7.4
Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The check in was quick after I had to call the number in the window for assistance. Inside room #107 was not well kept. Broken items: hair dryer, wall door stop. TV cable consisted of 6 channels, toilet seat very loose. Front door lock as if it was pryed open before, bathroom door has to be forced to close. Wall paper peeling from wall. No plug where the microwave was located. No one was ever in the main office, you would gave to call and wait for someone to arrive.
Check in was easy, the gentleman at the front was very nice and greeted us with a smile. The room was nice. It’s located in a great place for an overnight or weekend if you just want to be away from everything. There was a couple of restaurants and a Dunkin’ Donuts and Wendy’s all within 30 seconds of driving or 1 minute walking. We were actually going to stay another night, but the weather turned nasty and there wasn’t going to be anything for us to do so we headed home instead. We would’ve totally stayed if the weather would’ve cooperated.
The room smell like mildew and mold, the carpet was gross!!! The bathroom light was falling out of the ceiling, the back of the complex where our room was looked like it was used in a horror movie! No water in the pool, not that we would have used it!! Sketchy people all around obviously living in the rooms, very dirty and smelly!!!
The office was locked and myself and another lady were waiting outside in the heat. I finally called a number posted and the guy came immediately. After a brief check in, I got my room key....only to realize someone else was already in the room! So thankful that they weren't in in the room at the time! (How does this happen? Someone pays cash and the desk clerk leaves it off the books?)
The black out curtains didn't block the light at all. The giant security lights guarding the parking lot came on through. I did not get a good nights sleep. It was a combination of the mattress and the light. Room #123.
I took a picture of the mirror. But I cannot figure out how to post it on this review. Housekeeping used a dirty cloth to clean it and it was easy to see.
The night manager was out and about during the night working. Made a presence he was keeping a eye on things. He was very helpfull not just to us but other guest
Becca
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
leslie
Traveled with group
May 20, 2025
For the price, it was good. AC was working hard and it appears that owner is trying to fix the place up some. Was clean and comfortable.
leslie
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
2/10 Terrible
Claudia
Traveled with group
May 17, 2025
Disliked: Amenities
Just old and dingy. Staff was nice.
Claudia
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
6/10 Okay
Amy
Traveled with family
May 12, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Amy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
6/10 Okay
Monique
May 1, 2025
Monique
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Danielle
Apr 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
For the price it was great. Bed was comfortable. Service was good. TV did not work.
Danielle
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
4/10 Poor
Carol
Apr 22, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff was nice enough but facility lacked cleanliness.
Photos must be from 10years ago or something because our room was an absolute abomination. Molded bathroom walls, shower head covered in stone, there was a hole in the wall under the shower head where water was coming out! Toilet seat broken, cabinet door fell off, definitely wasn’t cleaned because I stepped into something sticky on the carpet, and I found a bottle cap on the floor right next to the chair… do not come to this filthy and stanky crack house. I can’t even call this an inn or motel. At least the front desk person was nice. Which you have to call every time because the office is always closed and nobody is there. Avoid this place at all costs. I wouldn’t stay here even if you’d pay me to.
Arianna
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
6/10 Okay
Nermin
Apr 4, 2025
Nermin
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
6/10 Okay
Debra
Traveled with partner
Mar 30, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The property manager was friendly and very helpful. The property was okay for the price but we did kill 1 cockroach in our room. Hopefully they get pest control out there before it becomes an issue.