Show prices in

Choose a currency for your trip.

More currencies

More crypto

Find your next stay

The Blanche

Lake City - FL · United States

212 N Marion AveView location

9.4/10Excellent202 Reviews
Cleanliness9.6/109.6
Service9.0/109.0
Comfort9.6/109.6
Condition9.6/109.6
Amenities8.8/108.8
See all ratings
Check availability Pay with crypto or card

Room prices, availability, meal plans and cancellation terms are confirmed for your selected dates.

About The Blanche

A stay at The Blanche places you in the heart of Lake City, steps from Columbia County Courthouse and 4 minutes by foot from Lake City Columbia County Historical Museum.

This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Lake City Veterans Affairs Medical Center and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Lake DeSoto Farmers Market. Make yourself at home in one of the 14 guestrooms featuring microwaves and Smart televisions.

Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided on request. Guests will find features like a virtual front desk.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No front desk Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Special Instructions
    There is no front desk at this property. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Guests are required to contact the property by telephone prior to arrival to arrange check-in.
  • Instructions
    • 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
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Columbia County Courthouse 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Lake City Columbia County Historical Museum 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Lake DeSoto Farmers Market 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Lake City Veterans Affairs Medical Center 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Florida Department of Transportation 2 km / 1.2 mi
Pine Grove Baptist Church 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Epiphany Catholic Church 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Southside Recreation Complex 3.5 km / 2.1 mi
Southside Sports Complex 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Lake City Mall 4.1 km / 2.6 mi
Regal UA Cinema 90 4.9 km / 3 mi
Lake City Medical Center 5.8 km / 3.6 mi
Fresenius Medical Care at Lake City Medical Center 5.8 km / 3.6 mi
Lake Shore Primary Care West 7.7 km / 4.8 mi
North Florida Speedway 8.7 km / 5.4 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • hotel
Upon availability

Room types

These are the hotel's room types, rather than live offers. Choose your travel dates to see available rooms, prices and booking conditions. Check availability

  • DOUBLE BASICDOUBLE • BASICDBL.Z1

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    The Blanche

    DOUBLE BASIC

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    BASIC

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.Z1

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE EXECUTIVE KING BEDDOUBLE • EXECUTIVE KING BEDDBL.EJ-KG

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    The Blanche

    DOUBLE EXECUTIVE KING BED

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    EXECUTIVE KING BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.EJ-KG

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE BUNK BEDSUITE • BUNK BEDSUI.BK

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    The Blanche

    SUITE BUNK BED

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    BUNK BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.BK

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Room DELUXE QUEEN BEDRoom • DELUXE QUEEN BEDROO.DX-QN

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    The Blanche

    Room DELUXE QUEEN BED

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE QUEEN BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.DX-QN

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE PREMIER KING BEDSUITE • PREMIER KING BEDSUI.KG-PE

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    The Blanche

    SUITE PREMIER KING BED

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    PREMIER KING BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.KG-PE

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Blanche

9.4
Excellent
202 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.6 /10
Service
9.0 /10
Comfort
9.6 /10
Condition
9.6 /10
Amenities
8.8 /10
75 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2026
Christina
What a treat to stay at The Blanche! We were in Lake City to visit extended family- and we loved the Blanche. The rooms were lovely and clean, amenities are wonderful, and the history is incredible. Johnny Cash and Al Capone stayed at the Blanche in their heyday! Whether you are on the veranda overlooking the lake and spanish moss covered trees, or taking in the downtown city square, it is like being taken back in time when Lake City was in its prime.

There are adorable restaurants within walking distance, a fabulous coffee shop and breweries. Parking is ample. And so close to downtown, and plenty of shops to peruse.

We loved our stay and will definitely return- and for anyone looking for somewhere in Lake City that isn't a cookie cutter roadside hotel, the Blanche is your place!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jun 2026
Jordan
What a unique stay experience! The Blanche is a self check in property, but it is so well kept. The entrance is so clean and fancy! The hotel room itself was also clean and more like a studio apartment than a hotel, something I absolutely loved. It felt so good to stay in a place that felt more personal than just a regular hotel room. This was by far one of my favorite hotel stays! I would definitely recommend and come back.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jun 2026
jessica
The Blanche is a beautiful hotel. We had attended a wedding last year and wanted to come back. The hotel is clean and tidy. The check in and check out was super easy. The only suggestion I would have is to have individual coffee makers in each room.

I would highly recommend The Blanche and I would stay here again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2026
ROBERT
The bed was very comfortable. We loved the shower pressure. The check in process was very smooth. We would stay again if in the area.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 May 2026
Christina
Parking was so convenient and was able to park right in front of The Blanche. It was located in a quiet little quaint town with walking distance to a coffee shop and restaurants.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2026
Julia
Beautiful hotel! Parking was super easy and everything was super walkable. 10 out of 10!!
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
17 May 2026
Brandi
Great property! Beautiful renovated!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2026
LEYA
The parking was easy, and it’s a beautiful place. We really liked the history and decor, and the common spaces were a plus!
Family
8/10
Excellent
11 Apr 2026
Holly
The hotel was a unique historical building. Parking was across the street, so not too far. Easy process, with lobby code and door code.
2/10
Poor
11 Apr 2026
Jody
lobby is nice everything else is rough
Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 Apr 2026
Dave
Wonderful building. So much history. Old Florida for sure
Partner
8/10
Excellent
11 Mar 2026
Kim
Loved the hotel and the location! The bed was very very soft and the microfiber sheets were thin and hot!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 Feb 2026
Jon
The hotel itself was beautiful. Old and historic and grand. We picked and paid for a king bed room but got a queen bed. Mattress was so soft you folded in half. Not in a good way. There is no lobby staff so changing to the right room wasn’t an option. I do like the no lobby key check in. Going right to the room and using code is way better but need to get the room selection process right.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Feb 2026
Amy
Beautiful place! Room was very clean and just love the uniqueness.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Feb 2026
Kelly
I was intrigued by its history. Very clean and spacious. Easy online check-in. Beautiful hotel. Looking forward to staying again
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
17 Feb 2026
David
We stayed in an Executive room with a gorgeous, fluffy king-size bed that exceeded our expectations. The bathroom was spacious. The decor in the building was stunning, with beautiful crystal chandeliers and antique wooden floors.

The only thing was, the full kitchen did not have any plates or glasses. No paper towels, nothing. It was bizarre. We inquired but received no response from the management. I'm not unhappy about it because we were only there for two nights. If we ever come back to Lake City, we might stay again and will come prepared. Other than that, it was easy to get in touch with someone to refill toilet paper and towels. Nice people.

BTW, If you visit Lake City, you MUST see the mineral springs!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Feb 2026
ALANA
The room was clean and spacious. The hotel was perfectly located for our plans. We had zero issues, so it didnt bother us to know there's no staff on site, we actually really liked that part of it.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2026
Rhonda
This was exquisite! Room was spotless. Bathroom very clean..I MEAN CLLEEAANN!!! The decor is on point! Full kitchen.. the only suggestions.. silverware is provided but no dish,cup or any other kitchen necessities.. full kitchen though.. maybe add a pot and a few glasses, Plates to use in that nice big kitchen.. other than that, it was a AAA+ stay!! The views were amazing!
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
03 Jan 2026
Karen
The parking is on the street or nearby public parking lot. I was lucky enough to get a free street spot right below my room (room 221.) The building is beautiful. This would be a comfortable room to stay for several days, if need be. There is plenty of common area in the hotel where one can read or work.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2025
Nikhil
Liked it
10/10
Exceptional
20 Dec 2025
Ruth
Easy to access building and room with code provided; amazing bed and very clean.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Nov 2025
Maria
Incredible place. Beautiful lobby area. It was like staying in a home, and enjoying not only your room, but expanding time in the leaving room or in the very large balcony. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Nov 2025
Cecil
The staff was super helpful and professional. the room was in excellent condition. when I am in the Lake City area, I will stay at The Blanche. Thanks for a great night.
10/10
Exceptional
15 Nov 2025
Dortheanne
Highly recommend!! Clean comfortable and friendly!
Business
10/10
Exceptional
08 Nov 2025
David
Excellent historic hotel located on Lake City main street. Nicely restored rooms with modern decor and amenities. Very clean and fresh rooms, with very comfortable mattress. Great restaurants and brewery are a few steps away.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Nov 2025
Dominica
The room was very clean. SUCH A BEAUTIFUL COMMON AREA. Felt like I was in a luxury hotel. It feels so peaceful and relaxing.
10/10
Exceptional
30 Oct 2025
Cassidy
The hotel is beautiful. It’s updated but still holds the history and age of the building. I love that it’s an access code hotel. Check in was effortless. The room was perfect for a solo traveler. LOVED the extra amenities; especially the towels.
It was decently clean besides the heavily dusted fan and vents (I’ve informed someone so it can be cleaned). I was a little turned off by the comforter and the shams on 2/4 pillows
I would not sleep on the shams so those pillows weren’t usable. Location is excellent and the rooms have a great views the area seems really safe
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Oct 2025
Marylin
Beautiful classic property.
10/10
Exceptional
24 Oct 2025
Jackie
Amazing and beautiful hotel!!!!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Oct 2025
jim
Excellent Hotel!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Oct 2025
Kyle
I love how amazing the room looked! I remember when I came to this place the first time when I was 13 and then it shut down but now going as an adult with it refurbished is an amazing experience loved the opportunity to stay here thank you so much!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Oct 2025
jim
Absolutely beautiful!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Oct 2025
Fred
My parking space was fine.
I wasn’t SMART ENOUGH for the SMART TV.
VISIBLE STAFF were OUTSTANDING!!!
Communications & Instructions via TEXT were EXCELLENT. Very enjoyable stay.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Oct 2025
Jonquil
Absolutely beautiful and quaint place. Clean and classy. The room and decor was so tastefully done. Cozy night sleep on a plush bed. I got there after hours. Being able check in to hotel and room via code was absolutely perfect and seamless!!
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
21 Jul 2025
Nicolette

Sleepless night

Beautiful property... terribly upkept rooms. The bed was advertised as a king bed, it was a full size bed at best and was so sunken in it was practically touching the floor. I had to sleep on the couch. The room had an odor, it was poorly laid out, the blinds had a gaping hole in them exposing a fire escape that anyone could've climbed up on to peer in on us, the bathroom had no floor mat, tiny towels, refillable shampoo and conditioner bottles that seemed to be just water, there were hair and stains on the bedding, and a lot of other little things that just made the stay more and more awful. I have stayed here once prior and I thought it was so nice I wanted to come back. This experience was nothing like the first time.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2025
Ashleigh
Cleanest hotel I have ever stayed in! Very quiet and home like feeling. Will definitely recommend and be back when in the area!
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2025
brad

Historic

Cool historic hotel. Looks like it is an awesome event venue.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2025
Glovetta P.
Beautiful hotel! Elegant, classy. Loved it!
Leisure Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
27 Jun 2025
Diane

Room size and amenities lacking.

We were impressed by the beautiful spacious lobby and spacious hallways; however, the room was not spacious. We reserved a family suite; and I'm not sure how a family could function. There was a double bed and a bunk with a double on the bottom; so sleeping was not a problem. There was no seating and no surfaces to place a laptop or have a snack. There was a de-humidifier running that started beeping loudly at 2:00 AM. We wanted to go in the spacious foyer to have our coffee because there was nowhere to sit in the room; however, there was only 1 chair offered near our room. This place was clean and had a lot of potential, but we were not comfortable.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2025
Fred
Quaint
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2025
Thuy
Everything! The property was as pictured online. The room was clean. The common area was the same. The staff was friendly & helpful on the phone.
The check in was easy. Parking was plentiful. The only drawback was the traffic noise at night because the room was on the main street. I will definitely stay here again!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2025
Gary
Great hidden secret. Nice hotel for the right price. Not extras like breakfast. Plenty of places nearby.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2025
William
Great place very easy and clean
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
25 Apr 2025
Jeanne Marie
Beautiful hotel. Clean and quiet.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
05 Apr 2025
Jann
Definitely has potential to be five star. Very clean, beautifully restored and maintained and felt safe and secure. Bed was nicely appointed and comfortable. Temperature easily and well maintained. I was reluctant to use a hotel with no on site personnel. It was a great experience. Absolutely better than the cursory front desk personnel. Kept us up to date on any info and instantly responded to one brief inquiry.
Kitchenette sparse with no condiments like salt and pepper, drying or hand towels, towels, paper towels, glasses, knives. There was plenty of coffee and sweetener and creamer. We were in room 209, a king premier suite, and the WiFi and internet were terrible. If you need to work you will want to see if a different room works better.
Though there is no onsite parking there was plenty of free parking nearby with no issues.
Definitely would stay again.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
05 Apr 2025
Tommy
It was a very unique building. The communication was incredible.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2025
Nancy
This is an absolutely beautiful historic hotel.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Mar 2025
Astrid
Beautiful historic property... very clean.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2025
Terry
Beautifully kept! We loved everything about it. Would definitely stay here again.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Mar 2025
Jennifer
The Blanche was beautiful. Would definitely stay again.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Mar 2025
Terrence

Hidden gem in Lake City

My sister lives in Lake City, and we always had forgotten about this place. But, this time we remembered and tried it, and it was a super cool place. Very different layout with old school charm, great bed, great bathroom, and the kitchenette was super convenient also. Will definitely go back.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Mar 2025
Ashley
Parking is in the back of building. Only thing I didn’t like was the reach of their WiFi. It wouldn’t connect to one of the TVs in the room. Overall, it was super clean! Linens were full stocked. Would stay again
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
08 Mar 2025
Holly

Would stay again!

Beautiful building and exceptionally clean.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
01 Mar 2025
Jason
Elegant lobby and stair ways.
Rooms updated and clean and well appointed. Muy room was right next to the road and each vehicle and bar across the street was heard. Ran the fan and white noise machine to bloke the noise.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Feb 2025
Jim

Second time just as charming as the first

Second time staying here and second time reviewing. This hotel is such a bargain. We did show up on a Sunday night, however. The town is kind of closed up on Sunday nights, so if you planned on enjoying a nice dinner in town, don’t stay on a Sunday night.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Feb 2025
Nicola
This property is absolutely beautiful. The team were extremely responsive by text and we felt looked after in every way. It is worth noting that this is not your usual hotel in that there is no room service or restaurant on site. We took the recommendation of The Blanche team and ate at a wonderful local restaurant and had breakfast at an outstanding coffee bar the next morning. Thank you for such a lovely experience.
10/10
Exceptional
19 Feb 2025
Robin
Beautiful room. Very comfortable and clean.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Feb 2025
Kristina

One night stay

The bed was very comfortable. I had a great nights sleep.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Dec 2024
Stephen
easy to use and clear directions
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Nov 2024
J
Loved it very safe
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Nov 2024
Lauren
Great cozy little spot
Family
2/10
Poor
22 Oct 2024
Patricia
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!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2024
Leshuana
This place was gorgeous! We only stayed one night, but we will stay again!
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
07 Oct 2024
John

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.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Oct 2024
Stephen
Vey old charming building but updated accommodations. Great location with good restaurants in walking distance.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
29 Sep 2024
Verified traveler
Great hotel very clean and great communication with staff by message!
10/10
Exceptional
23 Sep 2024
Susan
The hotel was empty! We never saw another soul. Its very beautiful!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Aug 2024
STEVEN

Quiet Downtown Lake City Florida Hotel

Very clean and beautifully furnished including lobby areas.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Aug 2024
Samantha

Beautiful experience

Stayed one night during road trip…glad we did, very comfortable and clean. Highly recommended
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jul 2024
Dortheanne

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.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jul 2024
Marilyn
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!
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
08 Jul 2024
Jeanette

The elevator was broken and I had my elderly mom on a walker. There was another lady that had a bulging disc in her back having to pull all her luggage down the stairs. I had 2 rooms and this was definitely not how we envisioned our stay being.
Leisure Family_with_children
4/10
Poor
15 Jun 2024
Pamela
Wedding and loud and noisy reception. No electricity in half the room no one to call or contact.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jun 2024
CRISCHEL
A historic hotel yet very clean . A unique setup with check in and check out. A lot of dining options around the hotel in a small, quaint town.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jun 2024
Katherine

Beautiful historic building - no onsite parking or

Beautiful historic building but no onsite parking. Parking in street is risky. Had to
Self check in as no
Personnel on sight
Partner

Location & surroundings

The Blanche
212 N Marion Ave, Lake City, United States

Hotels Nearby

Compare other stays close to this hotel. Choose travel dates to check availability.

Explore the map
Show 20 more nearby hotels