What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in North Central Florida?

A motel is a good option if you're planning to road-trip around North Central Florida. These escapes are usually found near airports and major roads, offer ample parking and have basic services and amenities. Stay at a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a larger range of rooms and more amenities such as a lobby, gym and free WiFi, you can expect to pay extra for hotel lodgings.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in North Central Florida?

With Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville 's included breakfasts, there's no need to worry about looking for a place to eat when you get up in the mornings. A swimming pool and dry cleaning and laundry services also help to make this a comfy and relaxed North Central Florida escape. Home2 Suites by Hilton Lake City is another leading 3-star choice where you can kick-start your day with a yummy free meal.

Do any 3-star hotels in North Central Florida have a pool?

Unpack your swimsuit and hit the pool at Home2 Suites by Hilton Lake City . Another 3-star escape where you can splash around in between sightseeing is Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville . The warmest months of June, July and August are a great time to book a hotel with a pool in North Central Florida. Average temperatures range from 24ºC at night to 33ºC during the day in the warmest month of July.

What 3-star hotels in North Central Florida have an on-site restaurant?

Expedia has a range of 3-star hotels with an on-site restaurant in Gainesville, North Central Florida. One place where you can satisfy your hunger in between tours and activities is Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center, an IHG Hotel . A cafe and a rooftop terrace are two of the other handy amenities here. Or check in and browse the menu at Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville , which also has designer toiletries and premium bedding.

Do any 3-star hotels in North Central Florida have WiFi?

Whether you're catching up on emails or reading attraction reviews, you can access all of your online needs at our 3-star hotels with WiFi. We've got some great options located in Gainesville, North Central Florida, like Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center and Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center, an IHG Hotel . Depending on the hotel, WiFi might be included in the room price or offered for an extra charge.

What 3-star hotels in North Central Florida have parking?

Lock in one of our 3-star properties with parking in North Central Florida and eliminate the trouble of finding someplace to leave your wheels. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville and Home2 Suites by Hilton Lake City both offer this amenity along with much more. You won't be short of things to see and do while vacationing in North Central Florida. University of Florida and Appleton Museum of Art are just the start.

Do any 3-star hotels in North Central Florida have rooms with a kitchenette?

Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center is one leading stay in Gainesville, North Central Florida that has rooms with a kitchenette. This 3-star escape also offers a swimming pool and pool sun loungers. Or enjoy the flexibility of whipping up your own meals at Homewood Suites by Hilton Gainesville . Hypo-allergenic bedding and a swimming pool are two other handy amenities here.

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If you're headed to Gainesville for a North Central Florida getaway, you'll find some comfortable and convenient 3-star hotels. Many of our customers book Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center, an IHG Hotel. Around 2 kilometers west of the downtown area, it features a terrace and pool sun loungers. Another top-rated pick is Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center. Settle in here and you'll get access to a terrace and a swimming pool, and be approximately 5 kilometers southwest of the center.

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Relaxation is easy in 3-star hotels in North Central Florida. As well as comfy surroundings, these more cost-effective lodgings come with a wealth of amenities like WiFi, coffee maker and fitness facilities. A 4-star hotel offers a more sophisticated ambience with superior features such as an on-site spa, outdoor or indoor swimming pool and spacious rooms. No matter your desired hotel category or what you want to spend, Expedia has the ideal match for you.

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Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

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Best Western Gateway Grand

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Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

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