Blundale, Georgia, is a crossroads in Emanuel County in east central Georgia, 63 miles south of Augusta and 143 miles southeast of Atlanta. The Blundale crossroads is at the junction of Old Blundale Rd. and Highway 1 near the small town of Swainsboro. Although Blundale has is its own cemetery, it is not its own independent town, and in fact shares a ZIP code with Swainsboro. The 7000 or so residents of Swainsboro can enjoy the Altama Museum of Art and History, Vines Botanical Gardens and other area attractions. Despite the small size of Swainsboro, visitors can choose from one of seven hotels within the town limits.
Guests at the Best Western Bradford Inn, at 688 South Main Street, can enjoy numerous outdoor activities such as golf at the Swainsboro Golf Club. They can also take advantage of the hotel's outdoor pool and complimentary continental breakfast. Pets under 50 pounds are allowed with a $10 nonrefundable fee. Rates at the Best Western Bradford Inn are as low as $58.49 a night as of 2011.
The Days Inn and Suites Swainsboro offers a little bit of everything. A seasonal outdoor pool, free daybreak breakfast, free high speed center and a fitness center, are but of few of this hotel's amenities. Jacuzzi Suites are available in some rooms. Starting rates are around $62.99 a night. The Best Western Inn and Suites Swainsboro is located at 108 Alice Circle.
The Deluxe Inn, also known as the Days Inn Swainsboro, is at 654 South Main Street. Each of its 32 rooms are air-conditioned with cable TV, a hair dryer, and an ironing board. The hotel also features an outdoor swimming pool. Although only a one-star establishment, the Days Inn Swainsboro may appeal to those looking for a quick overnight stay, or to those not interested in amenities and special services. The Days Inn Swainsboro does not allow pets.
There are several other hotels in Blundale but there is scarce information provided online, in most cases just a phone number and address.. Blundale/Swainsboro is also home to the New Swainsboro Inn at 612 South Main Street, the Sunset Inn at 561 South Main Street, the Edenfield House Inn, 426 West Church Street, and the Budget Inn at 322 South Main Street. The Coleman House Bed & Breakfast Inn, at 323 North Main Street, is one additional lodgind facility in Blundale, ideal for those who want a little something different for their stay.