Gainesville, FL

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Gainesville

Find the best Gainesville areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Gainesville

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown Gainesville and surrounding area, you can visit Thomas Center and Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention.

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University Heights

While University Heights isn't home to many top sights, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Duckpond

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Duckpond and surrounding area, you can visit Thomas Center and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

College Park

While College Park isn't home to many top sights, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Stephen C. O'Connell Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Haile Plantation

If you're spending some time in Haile Plantation, Haile Village Center and Haile Plantation Golf and Country Club are top sights worth seeing.

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

2.5 out of 5
4110 SW 40th Boulevard Gainesville FL
The price is SAR 287 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
SAR 287
SAR 344 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,236 reviews)
"Great value for the price."

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

2.5 out of 5
3905 Sw 43Rd St Gainesville FL
The price is SAR 240 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
SAR 240
SAR 270 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,994 reviews)
"Room was sparkling and linen was fresh. Had toiletries and a coffee/tea selection which was really nice. Desk was great for studying. Breakfast was awesome great choices. Parking was easy. Only suggestions I would make is maybe extra towels in the bathroom other than that awesome time."

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western
Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

3 out of 5
4000 Southwest 40th Blvd Gainesville FL
The price is SAR 394 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
SAR 394
SAR 444 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,485 reviews)
"Everything was amazing. Very impressive."

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
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🌟 Modern Comfort Awaits in Gainesville Condo 🌆🏡

🌟 Modern Comfort Awaits in Gainesville Condo 🌆🏡

Gainesville FL
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ben Hill Griffin Stadium ...
10/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)
"Wonderful stay! Clean, and great communication!"

Reviewed on 8 June 2026

🌟 Modern Comfort Awaits in Gainesville Condo 🌆🏡
Charming 2-bedroom house with AC in delightful Gainesville Let’s Go Gators

Charming 2-bedroom house with AC in delightful Gainesville Let’s Go Gators

Gainesville FL
Stay at this vacation home in Gainesville. Enjoy a fitness center, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and ...
Charming 2-bedroom house with AC in delightful Gainesville Let’s Go Gators
Cozy UF Condo Near Shands UF on Archer

Cozy UF Condo Near Shands UF on Archer

3 out of 5
2360 SW Archer Rd Gainesville FL
Stay at this apartment in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and Netflix. Popular attractions Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Lake Alice are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"My husband was at Shand‘s for open-heart surgery. I am so happy that I found this Condo. It was perfect to go back-and-forth from the hospital as it is only about 5 to 7 minutes away. it was super clean, stocked nicely, and the washer and dryer made it perfect. The communication from the owner is ..."

Reviewed on 4 June 2026

Cozy UF Condo Near Shands UF on Archer
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Stay near popular Gainesville attractions

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University of Florida

9.4/5 (3,227 reviews)
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around University of Florida, a top college in Gainesville. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.
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