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Our top choices for Stephen C. O'Connell Center hotels

Property amenity
AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown
2.5 star property
College Park, 1.1 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (465)
"Excellent room easy check in!"
United States
James
The price is RM595
RM669 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown
Restaurant
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
3.0 star property
1.7 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1285)
"Second time here and will be coming back. Love this place"
United States
Nate
The price is RM515
RM580 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
Free continental breakfast on weekends
Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center
3.0 star property
2.3 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (899)
"Everything was perfect, nice room, good breakfast and friendly assistants"
United States
Andrea
The price is RM395
RM444 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center
Exterior
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Gainesville, 2.6 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1103)
"Great location great staff great experience I have stayed at the hotel before multiple times an again."
United States
Charles
The price is RM361
RM407 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
Private kitchen
Depot Village

Depot Village

Depot Village
2.0 star property
2.7 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (71)
"Fantastic stay and would be back in an instant"
United Kingdom
Jack
The price is RM191
RM488 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Depot Village
Lobby
Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1161)
"Great staff, clean room"
United States
Akbar
The price is RM340
RM382 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Comfort Suites Gainesville near University
Exterior
Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG
3.0 star property
University Heights, 1.3 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Rooms are very clean, and hotel too. Great location, everything is pretty walkable from hotel. Loved it and we are going to come back again."
United States
Priyanka
The price is RM384
RM432 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG
Exterior
Sweetwater Branch Inn

Sweetwater Branch Inn

Sweetwater Branch Inn
3.5 star property
3.2 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (986)
"Wonderful place to stay. "
United States
Miranda
The price is RM543
RM611 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan 2026
Sweetwater Branch Inn
Exterior
Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Gainesville, 2.7 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"clean room, nice locations"
United States
Christine
The price is RM362
RM407 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown
Exterior
Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville
3.5 star property
2.6 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"I will recommend my friends and family to come at this location anytime they are in gainesville "
United States
Recardo
The price is RM415
RM467 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville
Lounge
Aloft Gainesville University Area

Aloft Gainesville University Area

Aloft Gainesville University Area
3.0 star property
3 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Staff was welcoming , room was clean "
United States
alison
The price is RM392
RM441 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Aloft Gainesville University Area
In-room dining
Grand Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Apartment with Balcony by The Scholar

Grand Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Apartment with Balcony by The Scholar

Grand Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Apartment with Balcony by The Scholar
4.0 star property
2.6 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (8)
"The unit was located in the perfect are, there was so much to do around within 10 minutes driving distance. The unit was was spacious and comfortable we felt like home."
United States
NANCY
The price is RM408
RM1,028 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Grand Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Apartment with Balcony by The Scholar
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Quality Inn Gainesville near University

Quality Inn Gainesville near University

Quality Inn Gainesville near University
2.5 star property
2.5 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Very clean and quiet. Great place. "
United States
Michael
The price is RM309
RM360 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Quality Inn Gainesville near University
Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets
Travelodge by Wyndham Gainesville

Travelodge by Wyndham Gainesville

Travelodge by Wyndham Gainesville
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
6.6 out of 10, (158)
"It was a nice quiet stay. "
United States
Juan
The price is RM222
RM250 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Travelodge by Wyndham Gainesville
Free WiFi, bed sheets
University Inn Gainesville

University Inn Gainesville

University Inn Gainesville
2.0 star property
2.1 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
6.0 out of 10, (69)
"I love staying at the university inn hotel I always have a wonderful stay "
United States
Antonio
The price is RM237
RM266 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
University Inn Gainesville
Exterior
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75
2.5 star property
4.3 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Yes, the room was spacious and clean and the staff very nice."
United States
Rosangela
The price is RM461
RM519 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75
Property amenity
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG
2.5 star property
4.6 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Clean room; great coffee in lobby; nice courtyard "
United States
Pam
The price is RM477
RM537 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG
Restaurant
Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
3.0 star property
4.8 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1334)
"Great location right off of I 75.. quick stay for a long trip . "
United States
Mariel
The price is RM429
RM482 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
Property amenity
Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG
3.0 star property
4.6 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (911)
"Great hotel with clean rooms and friendly staff!"
United States
Denise
The price is RM562
RM633 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG
Exterior
Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville
3.0 star property
4.4 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Great stay "
United States
Adriana
The price is RM395
RM444 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville
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Top Stephen C. O'Connell Center Hotel Reviews

Travelodge by Wyndham Gainesville

Travelodge by Wyndham Gainesville

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was clean and newly remodeled, Good customer service ,Bathroom was nice , the beds were comfortable (didn’t wake up with my back hurting) I Would highly recommend this place for a comfortable and reasonable stay "
Gregory 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Travelodge by Wyndham Gainesville

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Ben Hill Griffin Stadium

4.5/5 (585 reviews)
Catch an event at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium during your trip to Gainesville. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.
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A distant view of The University of Florida in the morning

University of Florida

4.6/5 (1,701 reviews)
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Florida during your trip to Gainesville. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Stephen C. O'Connell Center?
Stephen C. O'Connell Center is located in Gainesville. Travellers love the area for its array of dining options, sporting events and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 77 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Stephen C. O'Connell Center?
AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Other good options within a few miles include Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida and Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Stephen C. O'Connell Center?
Expedia has 77 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Stephen C. O'Connell Center, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
What can I see and do near Stephen C. O'Connell Center?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Florida Museum of Natural History, Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art or Matheson History Museum. Learn about local history at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Thomas Center. You can enjoy live performances at Curtis M. Phillips Center and Hippodrome State Theatre.