University Inn Gainesville puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of University of Florida and Shands at the University of Florida. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
Depot Park - 5 min drive - 2.0 km
Stephen C. O'Connell Center - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
Getting around
Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 22 min drive
Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) - 103 min drive
Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 122 min drive
Restaurants
Taco Bell - 5 min walk
Subway - 12 min walk
Wendy's - 12 min walk
Subway - 18 min walk
Steak 'n Shake - 3 min walk
About this property
University Inn Gainesville
University Inn Gainesville puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of University of Florida and Shands at the University of Florida. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
At a glance
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Hotel size
72 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Services
24-hour front desk
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
3 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Pool hoist on site
Room amenities
Be entertained
39-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Soap and shampoo
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
More
Housekeeping on request
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
University Inn Gainesville Motel
University Inn Gainesville Gainesville
University Inn Gainesville Motel Gainesville
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at University Inn Gainesville?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at University Inn Gainesville?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at University Inn Gainesville?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What's the area around University Inn Gainesville like?
University Inn Gainesville is a short 10-minute walk from University of Florida and 10 minutes' walk from Shands at the University of Florida.
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Reviews
University Inn Gainesville Reviews
6.4
Good
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5.6
Cleanliness
5.0
Amenities
8.0
Staff & service
5.2
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
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4/10 Fair
Apr 26, 2026
The pool is closed down. Breakfast is terrible, the coffee taste like just hot water.
Jose
Jose, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
May 5, 2026
AIR CONDITIONING EXCELLENT; ROOM WAS CLEAN, BUT ON TWO OF THE FOUR DAYS THERE WERE COCKROACHES IN THE BATHROOM. LEAVING LIGHT ON OVERNIGHT KEPT COCKROACHES HIDDEN ON LAST TWO DAYS
DIDN'T SEE THE POOL
STAFF WAS FRIENDLY, EFFICIENT AND HELPFUL
Robert
Robert, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 7, 2025
I love staying at the university inn hotel I always have a wonderful stay
Antonio
Antonio, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 3, 2026
It was good
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 30, 2025
Front desk was so nice!
Tyler
Tyler, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Apr 5, 2026
Loud and dirty. Fridge and blow drier didn’t work. Tub drain was clogged so shower filled up tub. Walls paper thin.
Amy
Amy, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Apr 4, 2026
Noise, bad smell
rene
rene, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 8, 2026
Room was clean, no issues with anyone coming to door.
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 7, 2025
Good staffing with excellent customer service
Antonio
Antonio, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 15, 2025
Staff was great, rooms are meh
John
John, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 30, 2025
Receptionist was very friendly. The room was very quiet, dark and cool. The location is great, we walked to campus in 10-15 minutes. We saw no bugs and would stay here again.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Mar 22, 2026
When I saw the deal on this room I was worried about the location it was in. However, I was pleased to see it right in the middle of some really nice hotels. When we walked into our room and turned the light on hundreds of bed bugs went scurrying back to their hiding places. We ran out of there quickly and the staff was great in giving us another room. Unfortunately though I was not able to sleep at all because of what I was worried would be coming out at night. Thank goodness it was just a one night stay or else I would have gone somewhere else. Check your room at night if staying there. Bed bugs don’t come out in the day.
Debra
Debra, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Jan 10, 2026
There were homeless people sleeping at the doors of the rooms and we didn’t feel safe at all
Antonett
Antonett, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Oct 11, 2025
Simple but close to the university
Elsa
Elsa, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 19, 2025
The room climate was good and we did not have breakfast here
Christa
Christa, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 26, 2025
Room was easy access —Small bugs ( Roaches ) in bathroom and bedroom !! All else was acceptable !! Room rate was fair and location perfect !!
gordon
gordon, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 24, 2025
Great location need bettter cleaning
NOEL ANTONIO
NOEL ANTONIO, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 16, 2025
Great location but facility beeds better cleaning.
Nancy
Nancy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 15, 2025
Good value for the money
Mirko
Mirko, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Jan 23, 2026
Gross room with stains either blood or poop on the lamp shade and floor was coming up dirt on the floors one sheet had green gum chewed on it and worst of all they are what used to be a days inn meaning they lost the naming rights to the worst franchise possible because of how bad they are! Was awful tbh
Crisza
Crisza, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Nov 1, 2025
The ad said they had breakfast, but in reality they only offered coffee.
FRANCISCO
FRANCISCO, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2025
Its a cheap and very hot morning shower before my shands appointments, always quiet and pleasant
Ashley
Ashley, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jul 28, 2025
It was ok for the price.
Daisy
Daisy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 9, 2025
The room was clean and the beds comfortable. Surrounding were dated but looks like they are trying to improve. Staff was nice and helpful.
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Dec 16, 2025
Very basic room. Tired Hotel.
AC very noisy.
No coffee maker.
Had the most selfish neighbours who played music all night. (Which also means the insulation between rooms was very poor)