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The Blanche

2.0 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Lake City

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Premier Suite | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Premier Suite | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
212 N Marion Ave, Lake City, FL, 32055
  • Columbia County Courthouse
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Lake City Veterans Affairs Medical Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Southside Sports Complex
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Sleeper Sofa | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Sleeper Sofa

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Premier Suite | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Lake City

City center stay.With a stay at this Lake City hotel, you'll be steps from Columbia County Courthouse and a 5-minute walk from Lake City Columbia County Historical Museum. Also, Lake DeSoto Farmers Market is within half a mile (1 km) and Lake City Veterans Affairs Medical Center is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Columbia County Courthouse - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lake City Veterans Affairs Medical Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Florida Department of Transportation - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Southside Recreation Complex - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Southside Sports Complex - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Shirley's Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Blanche

Hotel perfectly located for exploring Lake City
The Blanche offers its guests an elevator. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This Lake City hotel is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
The Blanche offers 14 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Lake City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Accessibility

  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are required to contact the property by telephone prior to arrival to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

The Blanche Hotel
The Blanche Lake City
The Blanche Hotel Lake City

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Blanche to the airport?

The Blanche is 47.4 mi (57-min drive) away from the Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Blanche ?

As of Mar 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Blanche on Apr 8, 2025 start from $175.0, 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.

Does The Blanche have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Blanche .

Does The Blanche offer free breakfast?

The Blanche does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Blanche ?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Blanche ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Blanche ?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Blanche have a pool?

The Blanche does not have a pool.

Does The Blanche have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Blanche to downtown Lake City?

The Blanche is 0.1 mi away from Lake City.

The Blanche Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 121 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
easy to use and clear directions
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dortheanne

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

J

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it very safe
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cozy little spot
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Patricia, Summerland Key

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t feel comfortable with the area where the hotel was located. Then we find out you need a code to get in the lobby! A code to get in your room. And by the way, there is NO staff on site!!!! How do you run a hotel like that and who would stay there. Tried getting my money back but Expedia couldn’t get a response! No wonder, NO STAFF ON SITE! Super disappointed. Do NOT be fooled by the pictures. Worst hotel decision I ever made. To Expedia: take “The Blanche” off your list of hotels in Lake City FL!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leshuana

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was gorgeous! We only stayed one night, but we will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
A disappointing stay
The Blanche is a old hotel in name only it's a shell of an historic building that was gutted. The interior is modern furnishings attempting to look historic. If you like historic, old architecture and furnishings this ain't it. In addition, we specifically requested a queen bed but on arrival found a old fashioned uncomfortable double bed. There's no representative on site just a phone/text number for contact. The place is very sterile and clean but definitely not our idea of a historic or comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jonathan

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Hoschton

Vey old charming building but updated accommodations. Great location with good restaurants in walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anatalia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel very clean and great communication with staff by message!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was empty! We never saw another soul. Its very beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelique

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

STEVEN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet Downtown Lake City Florida Hotel
Very clean and beautifully furnished including lobby areas.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful experience
Stayed one night during road trip…glad we did, very comfortable and clean. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dortheanne

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great place to stay!
I love staying at the Blanche! Easy, no fuss, quiet, quaint, comfortable… I could go on! Communication with staff is easy and they are always kind and professional. The Blanche is a gem in Lake City and I don’t plan to stay anywhere else when work sends me their way.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Maite

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lobby area was beautiful. The room was comfortable and very tastefully done. Everything worked great! The 2 bottles of water and the Keurig Coffee Maker were nice extra touches. We had no trouble getting in using the codes we were given. We look forward to our next stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024