Gainesville, FL

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Gainesville

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University Heights

4/5(31 area reviews)

While University Heights isn't home to many top sights, Hippodrome State Theatre and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.

University Heights
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Haile Plantation

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

Haile Plantation
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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 Hippodrome State Theatre and Thomas Center.

Duckpond
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Pleasant Street

Though Pleasant Street might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hippodrome State Theatre and Thomas Center.

Pleasant Street
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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 Hippodrome State Theatre and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

Innovation District
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Sugarfoot

While Sugarfoot isn't home to many top sights, Regal Cinemas Royal Park Stadium 16 and Florida Museum of Natural History are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sugarfoot
hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
2.5 out of 5
3905 Sw 43rd St, Gainesville, FL
The price is SAR 316 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
SAR 316
SAR 355 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,536 reviews)
Outstanding!
"Very good stay! Thank you."

Reviewed on 19 February 2025

hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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 363 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
SAR 363
SAR 409 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this 3-star 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! (1,233 reviews)
"The lady who ran the morning breakfast buffet was AMAZING this morning. So very helpful, as my wife had special dietary needs. And BOY DOES SHE CLEAN EXTREMELY WELL!! Her station was spotless. We are definitely going to stay here every time we pass through Gainesville, which is often. We have stayed ..."

Reviewed on 19 February 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville
2.5 out of 5
3500 Southwest 42nd St, Gainesville, FL
The price is SAR 296 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
SAR 296
SAR 333 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"A"

Reviewed on 17 February 2025

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville
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Stylish Bungalow, Walk to UF, BHG, Publix
Stylish Bungalow, Walk to UF, BHG, Publix
Gainesville
Stay at this vacation home in Gainesville. Enjoy balconies, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Ben Hill Griffin Stadium ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
Gainesville Goodness
"This is a great little house in a nice, quiet, and safe neighborhood, and so close to many good things! As a guest, you will feel at home. The owners are excellent. The house is clean & well-designed. Check in and check out is a breeze and communication with the owners is superb."

Reviewed on 14 December 2024

Stylish Bungalow, Walk to UF, BHG, Publix
❈❈ Spacious Condo with balcony mins to UF, Shands, and DOWNTOWN ❈❈
❈❈ Spacious Condo with balcony mins to UF, Shands, and DOWNTOWN ❈❈
Gainesville
Stay at this condo in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Fred Bear Museum and Curtis M. Phillips ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
Enjoyed our stay
"The condo was the perfect location and size for us during our stay. It was close to the university and the softball tournament we attended. Checking in was easy and the place was nice and clean. Communication with Catherine was great. I would definitely recommend this place."

Reviewed on 20 February 2025

❈❈ Spacious Condo with balcony mins to UF, Shands, and DOWNTOWN ❈❈
Peaceful renovated house centrally located
Peaceful renovated house centrally located
Gainesville
Stay at this vacation home in Gainesville. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker, air conditioning, and a spa tub. Popular attractions Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Thomas ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Quick Trip
"We made an overnight trip to Gainesville to pick up a puppy and stayed here. Check in was easy, house was clean."

Reviewed on 5 January 2025

Peaceful renovated house centrally located
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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.

Popular places to visit

University of Florida

University of Florida

4.5/5(833 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.

University of Florida
At the Gators home opener with 90,000 of my closest friends. A football game at Florida Field is an incredible experience. Energy not to be missed. This is probably one of the greatest stadiums in college football.

Ben Hill Griffin Stadium

4.5/5(272 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.

Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
The Florida Museum of Natural History has an amazing osteological and fossil collection

Florida Museum of Natural History

4.5/5(171 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Florida Museum of Natural History during your trip to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Florida Museum of Natural History
Hippodrome State Theatre

Hippodrome State Theatre

3/5(1 review)

You can enjoy a show at Hippodrome State Theatre during your stay in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Hippodrome State Theatre

Shands at the University of Florida

4.5/5(210 reviews)

Though Shands at the University of Florida might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Gainesville while you are here.

Shands at the University of Florida

Gainesville Raceway

4.5/5(104 reviews)

Catch an event at Gainesville Raceway during your trip to Gainesville. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

Gainesville Raceway

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