North Central Florida

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in North Central Florida

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Historic Downtown

Though Historic Downtown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall.

Historic Downtown
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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.

University Heights
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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.

College Park
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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 Hippodrome State Theatre.

Downtown Gainesville
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Historic District

Though Historic District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall.

Historic District
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Haile Plantation

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

Haile Plantation
Equus Inn Ocala

Equus Inn Ocala

2.5 out of 5
3434 Sw College Rd, Ocala, FL
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ocala. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,641 reviews)
"Everything was great"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Equus Inn Ocala
Motel 6 Ocala, FL - Conference Center

Motel 6 Ocala, FL - Conference Center

2 out of 5
3810 NW Blitchton Road, Ocala, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM155 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
RM155
RM172 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Ocala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions World ...
6/10 (604 reviews)
"Parking was easy customer service was good food was close by"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Motel 6 Ocala, FL - Conference Center
Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

3 out of 5
4075 Sw 33rd Pl, Gainesville, FL
The price is RM402 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
RM402
RM453 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,017 reviews)
"Wonderful stay. Rooms are larger than most. Very clean, staff friendly."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs

Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs

2 out of 5
1699 NE Co Rd 337, High Springs, FL
Stay at this cabin in High Springs. Enjoy free parking, patios, and climate control. Popular attractions Ginnie Spring and Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (122 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs
stayAPT Suites Ocala

stayAPT Suites Ocala

3.5 out of 5
3509 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Ocala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions World Equestrian Center ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (92 reviews)
Great place to stay with plenty of room in a suite
"Great place to stay. I went for a college football weekend. Convenient location near I-75 interchange, near restaurants, gas stations, etc. Nice kitchen overlooking living area with its own TV, plus TV in opposite sleeping area."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

stayAPT Suites Ocala
Landing Apartments Newberry

Landing Apartments Newberry

4 out of 5
120 NW 148th Terrace, Newberry, FL
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Newberry. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Jonesville Tennis Center and Dudley ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (41 reviews)
"Beautiful newly built apartments -- super clean- had everything we needed. About 15-20 min drive to UF but out of the way enough to feel peaceful. Shops and restaurants close by and unbelievable common areas-- pool, gym, clubhouse-- all were immaculate and really lovely! I would return again and ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Landing Apartments Newberry
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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