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 Hippodrome State Theatre and Thomas Center.

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University Heights

While University Heights isn't home to many top sights, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Hippodrome State Theatre 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 Hippodrome State Theatre.

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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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Innovation District

While there might not be top attractions in Innovation District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Stephen C. O'Connell Center.

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 Oct 4 to Oct 5
SAR 394
SAR 443 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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! (1,628 reviews)
"Great location & staff!"

Reviewed on 28 September 2026

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
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 284 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
SAR 284
SAR 341 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (1,304 reviews)
"The hotel and the room smelled musty, and the breakfast was terrible"

Reviewed on 28 September 2026

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

3 out of 5
4015 Sw 43rd St Gainesville FL
The price is SAR 332 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
SAR 332
SAR 373 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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 ...
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
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Private Resort-Style Oasis, Pool, Lanai & Court – Backyard Paradise w/ BBQ

Private Resort-Style Oasis, Pool, Lanai & Court – Backyard Paradise w/ BBQ

Gainesville FL
Stay at this vacation home in Gainesville. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Westside Park Tennis ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
"House was super clean and cozy. We used the grill and the pool. We had a great time! I will probably come back."

Reviewed on 16 August 2026

Private Resort-Style Oasis, Pool, Lanai & Court – Backyard Paradise w/ BBQ
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
5BR UF Family Retreat with Private Pool, Pond, Game Room – Sleeps 10

5BR UF Family Retreat with Private Pool, Pond, Game Room – Sleeps 10

Gainesville FL
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Regal Royal ...
10/10 Exceptional! (63 reviews)
"The place was perfect BEAUTIFUL PLACE, all the interior was completely all you needed they had there. Very happy"

Reviewed on 21 September 2026

5BR UF Family Retreat with Private Pool, Pond, Game Room – Sleeps 10
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Stay near popular Gainesville attractions

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University of Florida

9.4/10 (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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