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Our top choices for Downtown Gainesville hotels

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1. Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Gainesville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,223 reviews)
"Great location and staff!"
United States
maria
The price is RM398
RM448 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
Reception

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville Downtown University

Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville Downtown University
3.0 star property
Downtown Gainesville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice hotel, loved the location"
United States
Graziella
The price is RM373
RM420 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville Downtown University
Exterior

3. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
3.0 star property
2.2 km from Downtown Gainesville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,286 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Diane
The price is RM636
RM715 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
Lobby

4. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University
2.5 star property
2.9 km from Downtown Gainesville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,482 reviews)
"Loved our stay!"
United States
Gladys
The price is RM332
RM374 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Comfort Suites Gainesville near University
Property amenity

5. AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown
2.5 star property
College Park, 1.5 km from Downtown Gainesville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (542 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
SORAIDA
The price is RM618
RM696 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown
Exterior

6. Sweetwater Branch Inn

Sweetwater Branch Inn
3.5 star property
0.6 km from Downtown Gainesville
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay for solo travelers. Cozy room and a beautiful property."
United States
Jose
The price is RM652
RM733 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Sweetwater Branch Inn
Lobby sitting area

7. Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG
3.0 star property
University Heights, 1.3 km from Downtown Gainesville
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and very clean rooms."
United States
Joseph
The price is RM386
RM434 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG
Restaurant

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center
3.0 star property
2.5 km from Downtown Gainesville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (994 reviews)
"Great location and great hotel! Staff was exceptional!!"
United States
Karri
The price is RM430
RM484 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center
Terrace/patio

9. Gainesville Lodge

Gainesville Lodge
2.0 star property
0.4 km from Downtown Gainesville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (95 reviews)
"Staff was super nice and helpful. Great location"
United States
Justin
The price is RM315
RM355 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Gainesville Lodge
Lobby

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75
3.0 star property
6.3 km from Downtown Gainesville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great proximity to campus and wonderful breakfast!"
United States
Robert
The price is RM484
RM545 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75
Meeting facility

11. Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville
3.5 star property
4.9 km from Downtown Gainesville
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay"
United States
Nandini
The price is RM493
RM555 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville
Private kitchen

12. Depot Village

Depot Village
2.0 star property
0.3 km from Downtown Gainesville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (163 reviews)
"It was a great stay"
United States
Trisha
The price is RM268
RM576 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Depot Village
Lobby

13. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
3.0 star property
6.8 km from Downtown Gainesville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,606 reviews)
"Room was clean; great breakfast choices."
United States
Shirley
The price is RM427
RM480 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
Exterior

14. Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area
3.0 star property
5.4 km from Downtown Gainesville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice hotel with helpful staff and many things to do."
United States
Elizabeth H
The price is RM443
RM499 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area
Property amenity

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG
2.5 star property
6.8 km from Downtown Gainesville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"It's a good hotel for short stay."
United States
Alex
The price is RM448
RM504 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG
Exterior

16. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
3.0 star property
7.2 km from Downtown Gainesville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,997 reviews)
"Clean , good breakfast good staff"
United States
Henry
The price is RM359
RM404 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
Exterior

17. La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville

La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville
3.0 star property
8.9 km from Downtown Gainesville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,337 reviews)
"Great breakfast and great front desk staff"
United States
Tiffany
The price is RM388
RM437 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville
Lobby

18. Hampton Inn Gainesville

Hampton Inn Gainesville
2.5 star property
6.9 km from Downtown Gainesville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Coming back home to South Florida from a two week road trip this Hampton Inn in Gainsville was just what I needed after a long day of driving. The bed was comfortable. The breakfast was just right."
United States
Charles
The price is RM350
RM394 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Hampton Inn Gainesville
Lobby lounge

19. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville
3.0 star property
6.8 km from Downtown Gainesville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice property good staff and breakfast A bit old but in a good location"
United States
Robert
The price is RM360
RM405 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville
Room

20. Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville Hospital/University Area

Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville Hospital/University Area
2.5 star property
2.9 km from Downtown Gainesville
7.8 out of 10, Good, (295 reviews)
"Nice clean hotel and would recommend. Good location."
United States
Andrew
The price is RM251
RM282 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville Hospital/University Area
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Where to stay in Downtown Gainesville

Find the best Downtown Gainesville areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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University Heights

University Heights might not have many top sights, but Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Hippodrome State Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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College Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in College Park and surrounding area, you can visit Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Stephen C. O'Connell Center.

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Innovation District

While Innovation District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Stephen C. O'Connell Center.

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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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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.

Top Downtown Gainesville Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

8/10 Good
"the place was good. clean and best for what i needed."
sharon 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Gainesville?
Travellers to the Downtown Gainesville neighbourhood in Gainesville will be sure to enjoy their stay. Consider a visit to Hippodrome State Theatre as part of your Downtown Gainesville travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Gainesville?
Based on our traveller data, Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Gainesville. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another good choice for your stay in the neighbourhood is Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown.
How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown Gainesville?
When you want to find places to stay in Gainesville, start by booking one of Expedia's 8 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Gainesville.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Gainesville, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Downtown Gainesville.
What can I see and do in this Gainesville neighbourhood?
Hippodrome State Theatre is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Downtown Gainesville. Matheson History Museum and Thomas Center are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Gainesville.