University Inn
$114
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for University Inn
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$114
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at University Inn average $60 in January, the cheapest month, and $114 in October, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $60 |
| February | $61 |
| March | $78 |
| April | $77 |
| May | $110 |
| June | $62 |
| July | $65 |
| August | $75 |
| September | $104 |
| October | $114 |
| November | $105 |
| December | $62 |
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Cheapest: January (~$60)
About this property
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 72 guestrooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include phones, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Location
With a stay at University Inn Gainesville in Gainesville, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of University of Florida and Shands at the University of Florida. This hotel is 1.8 mi (3 km) from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from UF Health Neuromedicine Hospital.
What's nearby
UF Health Neuromedicine Hospital(0.4 miles)
University of Florida(0.5 miles)
Shands at the University of Florida(0.5 miles)
Depot Park(1.3 miles)
Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention(1.4 miles)
Bivens Arm Nature Park(1.5 miles)
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium(1.5 miles)
Meridian Acute Care(1.5 miles)
Stephen C. O'Connell Center(1.6 miles)
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park(1.7 miles)
Hippodrome State Theatre(1.8 miles)
Sweetwater Wetlands Park(1.8 miles)
Lake Alice(1.8 miles)
University of Florida Bat Houses(2.1 miles)
Matheson History Museum(2.2 miles)
Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)(7.3 miles)
Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)(83 miles)
Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO)(119.6 miles)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Vending Machines
Free Parking
Location
1901 Southwest 13th Street, Gainesville, Florida, United States of America
UF Health Neuromedicine Hospital (0.4 miles)
University of Florida (0.5 miles)
Shands at the University of Florida (0.5 miles)
Depot Park (1.3 miles)
Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention (1.4 miles)
Bivens Arm Nature Park (1.5 miles)
Room options
4
Basic Room
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 3
195 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
4
Basic Double Room
Room details
2 Full Beds
Sleeps 4
195 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
4
Standard Double Room, Mobility Accessible
Room details
2 Full Beds
Sleeps 4
195 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
4
Standard Room, Mobility Accessible
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 3
195 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of University Inn
7
Good
Based on 245 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
27%
Couple
14%
Family
36%
Group
9%
Solo
11%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across the reviews, University Inn draws mixed feedback: guests like the walkable location near UF and occasionally note quiet rooms and good value, while others describe dated conditions with issues that affected comfort, convenience, and confidence in the stay.
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What guests think
Across the reviews, University Inn draws mixed feedback: guests like the walkable location near UF and occasionally note quiet rooms and good value, while others describe dated conditions with issues that affected comfort, convenience, and confidence in the stay.
Many mention the pool being closed and a very basic breakfast of packaged pastries and weak coffee or juice. Rooms are generally old with frequent maintenance troubles (TVs, AC, doors, toilets) and noise between rooms, though some guests found the beds comfortable. Staff interactions are often friendly and helpful, but service can be inconsistent, with occasional check-in missteps and slow follow-up. Expect a budget stay in a prime UF location with significant trade-offs.
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Facilities
The pool is repeatedly reported closed or not working; the overall property feels old and in need of repair.
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Chad
Apr 7, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Beds and pillow super comfortable. AC kept turning off throughout night. Bathroom smelled of cigarette smoke. Pool not open no notice on website. Would definitely not stay here or recommend this hotel also way over price for what is was. Outside my door was like a mechanic shop working on a truck smell of gas .
Beds and pillow super comfortable. AC kept turning off throughout night. Bathroom smelled of cigarette smoke. Pool not open no notice on website. Would definitely not stay here or recommend this hotel also way over price for what is was. Outside my door was like a mechanic shop working on a truck smell of gas .
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John
Sep 24, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This was by far the nastiest hotel I've ever stayed at! The walls and paint are falling apart, AC keeps shutting off, stained and cigarette burned sheets, there was a COCKROACH on the side of the bed!! The tub was rust strained, the shower didnt work right (half water came from the rub spout and half from the shower head). And we paid $200 per room (had 2 rooms)! Absolutely disgusting! Oh and it had a pool but it was closed, dont expect to swim either.
This was by far the nastiest hotel I've ever stayed at! The walls and paint are falling apart, AC keeps shutting off, stained and cigarette burned sheets, there was a COCKROACH on the side of the bed!! The tub was rust strained, the shower didnt work right (half water came from the rub spout and half from the shower head). And we paid $200 per room (had 2 rooms)! Absolutely disgusting! Oh and it had a pool but it was closed, dont expect to swim either.
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Julene
Aug 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Gainesville can be expensive on football weekends and school event weekends. This stay was during college move in. We over paid for a very low quality stay. Holes in the black out curtains but other than that room was clean and in pretty good shape. Customer service was lacking at check in. Did not feel welcomed. Pool was closed. Breakfast was very limited and basic. It was in a good location, close to campus and great Korean food across the street. It was an OK stay. Keep your expectations low and you will be fine.
Gainesville can be expensive on football weekends and school event weekends. This stay was during college move in. We over paid for a very low quality stay. Holes in the black out curtains but other than that room was clean and in pretty good shape. Customer service was lacking at check in. Did not feel welcomed. Pool was closed. Breakfast was very limited and basic. It was in a good location, close to campus and great Korean food across the street. It was an OK stay. Keep your expectations low and you will be fine.
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Paul
Jul 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
1st, I like old hotels. The hotel was built in the 50's and apparently was the "spot" with a night club and restaurant. I think it could be that again with some investment and attention to detail. It presents as tired, relatively clean, it looks like DIY when they last painted and updated the rooms and lobby. Suggest a person go through all the rooms with a razor blade to tidy the paint jobs. Rusty door hinges and banged up door frames. Need door seeps to keep the critters out from the entry door. The pool was out of order, bummer but reasonable understandable! Drainage for the monsoon storm we had created a curtain of water to the parking lot. Easy fix with a covered pergola over the sidewalks leading to the lots. The bed was comfortable but on a metal platform that made a noise when you rolled over sounding like an old furnace with the metal expanding. Rething the dated chair, its too low. A/C was excellent, staff are helpful. I'd like to see this old lady shine again.
1st, I like old hotels. The hotel was built in the 50's and apparently was the "spot" with a night club and restaurant. I think it could be that again with some investment and attention to detail. It presents as tired, relatively clean, it looks like DIY when they last painted and updated the rooms and lobby. Suggest a person go through all the rooms with a razor blade to tidy the paint jobs. Rusty door hinges and banged up door frames. Need door seeps to keep the critters out from the entry door. The pool was out of order, bummer but reasonable understandable! Drainage for the monsoon storm we had created a curtain of water to the parking lot. Easy fix with a covered pergola over the sidewalks leading to the lots. The bed was comfortable but on a metal platform that made a noise when you rolled over sounding like an old furnace with the metal expanding. Rething the dated chair, its too low. A/C was excellent, staff are helpful. I'd like to see this old lady shine again.
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Andrea
Jul 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The only good thing was friendly lady who helped with registration. The lobby and room smelled of old dingy building. The ac barely cooled and the shower was difficult to get working. It was either freezing or burning hot. The beds were hard as rocks. It was very inexpensive so I just chalked it up to you get what you pay for. Oh yeah the pool was closed as well. I was glad to leave.
The only good thing was friendly lady who helped with registration. The lobby and room smelled of old dingy building. The ac barely cooled and the shower was difficult to get working. It was either freezing or burning hot. The beds were hard as rocks. It was very inexpensive so I just chalked it up to you get what you pay for. Oh yeah the pool was closed as well. I was glad to leave.
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Carolyn
Sep 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Dirty, run down, uncomfortable, water pressure issues, leaking faucets, pool closed, bugs in bathroom
Dirty, run down, uncomfortable, water pressure issues, leaking faucets, pool closed, bugs in bathroom
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will
Apr 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
When you advertise a pool, have a pool. Wasn't staying here for any other reason.
When you advertise a pool, have a pool. Wasn't staying here for any other reason.
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Paulette
Aug 31, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
No working pool was not informed of that found several cockroaches in the room. Lennon was not fresh and clean. The sitting chair had springs, broken and sticking out of the back mole in the bathroom sink would’ve liked a Keurig with cake cups I would not stay there again.
No working pool was not informed of that found several cockroaches in the room. Lennon was not fresh and clean. The sitting chair had springs, broken and sticking out of the back mole in the bathroom sink would’ve liked a Keurig with cake cups I would not stay there again.
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Jeff
Jun 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Dirty, TV didnt work, pool closed with no notification
Dirty, TV didnt work, pool closed with no notification
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Lindsey
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Poor breakfast (no options). Pool was advertised but broken. Sheets were rough texture wise
Poor breakfast (no options). Pool was advertised but broken. Sheets were rough texture wise
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Cleanliness
Many reviews cite roaches or other bugs, musty smoke odors, and dirty or worn bathrooms and linens. A few guests did find their rooms clean.
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JONES F
Aug 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was very disappointing. Rooms and common areas had a strong moldy smell, and the bed linens were old, torn, and poorly maintained. The room also smelled of cigarette and marijuana smoke, and the bed was uncomfortable. Cleanliness was lacking from the reception onward. Unfortunately, it was a very poor choice of accommodation.
The hotel was very disappointing. Rooms and common areas had a strong moldy smell, and the bed linens were old, torn, and poorly maintained. The room also smelled of cigarette and marijuana smoke, and the bed was uncomfortable. Cleanliness was lacking from the reception onward. Unfortunately, it was a very poor choice of accommodation.
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Michael
May 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The beds were good and the AC was cold. But the mat of dust on the TV, the hair in the shower and the cockroach INFESTATION was hard to get over. We stopped killing cockroaches after about the 15th kill. The breakfast was Little Debbie donuts and rancid OJ. I didn’t have the heart to try the apple juice. It’s a cool property with SO much historical potential. It’s just being neglected.
The beds were good and the AC was cold. But the mat of dust on the TV, the hair in the shower and the cockroach INFESTATION was hard to get over. We stopped killing cockroaches after about the 15th kill. The breakfast was Little Debbie donuts and rancid OJ. I didn’t have the heart to try the apple juice. It’s a cool property with SO much historical potential. It’s just being neglected.
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Nathan
Nov 24, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Roaches. The room was full of roaches, not cockroaches, but some type of roach most definitely. On the floors, on the walls, in the shower, in the alarm clock and in the phone. We're not talking one or two, but more like 18-22 or more. Floors were dirty. Room was on the inner courtyard and there were people driving back and fourth directly in front of the door and window on loud scooters at all hours of the night.
Roaches. The room was full of roaches, not cockroaches, but some type of roach most definitely. On the floors, on the walls, in the shower, in the alarm clock and in the phone. We're not talking one or two, but more like 18-22 or more. Floors were dirty. Room was on the inner courtyard and there were people driving back and fourth directly in front of the door and window on loud scooters at all hours of the night.
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Nancimarie Figueroa
Oct 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room had Roaches. And staining on shower walls and drape,
Room had Roaches. And staining on shower walls and drape,
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Heidi
Oct 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
There were German roaches. The bathroom was not clean.
There were German roaches. The bathroom was not clean.
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Timothy
Oct 17, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
The photos are misleading. The property has not been updated since it likely built. Roach infested. Rooms smell of cigarette smoke. I wish I could upload photos. Expedia should remove from their property listing.
The photos are misleading. The property has not been updated since it likely built. Roach infested. Rooms smell of cigarette smoke. I wish I could upload photos. Expedia should remove from their property listing.
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Katouchka
Aug 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Horrible experience! Smells like a huge dumpster. Saw a couple of roaches as well. DO NOT BOOK!
Horrible experience! Smells like a huge dumpster. Saw a couple of roaches as well. DO NOT BOOK!
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Martha
Jun 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was dirty. It also smelt so bad.
The room was dirty. It also smelt so bad.
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Michael
Feb 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very run down motel.. there was a dead cockroach in the bathroom…floor filthy…had to wipe feet before getting into bed…very thin walls…air conditioner did not work well.. only positive was clean sheets and towels…pillows comfy…would not stay again.
Very run down motel.. there was a dead cockroach in the bathroom…floor filthy…had to wipe feet before getting into bed…very thin walls…air conditioner did not work well.. only positive was clean sheets and towels…pillows comfy…would not stay again.
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Bert
Oct 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Our room smelled very musty and like painted-over mildew and cigarette smoke. It was obvious pets had been in there, my allergies went crazy.
Our room smelled very musty and like painted-over mildew and cigarette smoke. It was obvious pets had been in there, my allergies went crazy.
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Rooms
Rooms are dated with recurring maintenance issues (TVs, AC, doors, toilets) and thin walls or noise. Bed comfort is mixed, with several guests finding beds comfortable.
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Amy
Jul 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Conveniently located near UF, but the motel is mostly empty and the room is outdated.
Conveniently located near UF, but the motel is mostly empty and the room is outdated.
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Lucas
Jul 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It was clean, the front office staff were friendly. The bed was reasonably comfortable. The rooms are all supposedly non-smoking, but my room reeked of tobacco smoke. The TV and remote did not work properly, it would only turn on/off and change volume. I hope you like Bravo, it's the only channel you get to watch. The bathroom was functional but in rough shape. There is very little sound insulation between rooms. It sounded like the people above me were playing hopscotch all night long.
It was clean, the front office staff were friendly. The bed was reasonably comfortable. The rooms are all supposedly non-smoking, but my room reeked of tobacco smoke. The TV and remote did not work properly, it would only turn on/off and change volume. I hope you like Bravo, it's the only channel you get to watch. The bathroom was functional but in rough shape. There is very little sound insulation between rooms. It sounded like the people above me were playing hopscotch all night long.
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Eric
Oct 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Old old hotel, beds in rooms have noisy plastic mattress protectors on them. Toilet ancient and very low profile. Tub is very small and old. Funny that lamps have plastic protectors on their shades as though they were valuable. Appreciate being able to have a place to lie my head, maybe time to invest in some upgrades.
Old old hotel, beds in rooms have noisy plastic mattress protectors on them. Toilet ancient and very low profile. Tub is very small and old. Funny that lamps have plastic protectors on their shades as though they were valuable. Appreciate being able to have a place to lie my head, maybe time to invest in some upgrades.
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Wilson
Apr 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great place. A bit out of date. The tube wasn't in good condition but besides that, everything was okay.
Great place. A bit out of date. The tube wasn't in good condition but besides that, everything was okay.
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Brad
May 6, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel is in need of some updating like more secure doors(noticeable gaps between bottom of door and floor), repair/update ceilings. Decent stay for the time we were there.
Hotel is in need of some updating like more secure doors(noticeable gaps between bottom of door and floor), repair/update ceilings. Decent stay for the time we were there.
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Cathy
Oct 13, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
At greatly increased rates because my stay happened during a weekend when there was an event in town, I would have at least hoped for a room that had a working TV and a smoke detector that wasn’t hanging by a wire from the ceiling. Or a room that didn’t have the faint but nauseating odor of cigarette smoke and beer. Or a room with hot — not just warm — water. Or someone at the front desk to answer the phone when I (reluctantly) had to ask for a late checkout. Alas, all that was too much to ask.
At greatly increased rates because my stay happened during a weekend when there was an event in town, I would have at least hoped for a room that had a working TV and a smoke detector that wasn’t hanging by a wire from the ceiling. Or a room that didn’t have the faint but nauseating odor of cigarette smoke and beer. Or a room with hot — not just warm — water. Or someone at the front desk to answer the phone when I (reluctantly) had to ask for a late checkout. Alas, all that was too much to ask.
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Thomas
Sep 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It was acceptable, barely. Rooms had an “old” smell and you could tell that things haven’t been updated for a while. Our room key was hit and miss at opening the lock.
It was acceptable, barely. Rooms had an “old” smell and you could tell that things haven’t been updated for a while. Our room key was hit and miss at opening the lock.
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John
Sep 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was older not much upkeep. The toilet in my bathroom was not screwed down The room was clean pool was well maintained. It was a typical college town motel not bad condition just could use so TLC.
The hotel was older not much upkeep. The toilet in my bathroom was not screwed down The room was clean pool was well maintained. It was a typical college town motel not bad condition just could use so TLC.
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Pauline J
Feb 4, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
TV did not work. The neighbors could be heard.
TV did not work. The neighbors could be heard.
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Mike
Mar 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Had to change rooms at 10pm because of water dripping from ceiling onto toilet. I hope it was water. Then in switching rooms the clerk turned off my key to old room even though I couldn’t carry everything in one trip. Then the heat/ac didn’t work properly in the new room. Could not change temperature and it was set at 61. Can’t tell me they didn’t know that.
Had to change rooms at 10pm because of water dripping from ceiling onto toilet. I hope it was water. Then in switching rooms the clerk turned off my key to old room even though I couldn’t carry everything in one trip. Then the heat/ac didn’t work properly in the new room. Could not change temperature and it was set at 61. Can’t tell me they didn’t know that.
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Service
Staff are often friendly and helpful, including flexible check-in, but service is inconsistent. Some guests experienced poor communication, towel shortages, or unaddressed requests.
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Christopher
Jul 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Price is affordable so close to University of Florida. Beds are very comfortable. No clocks in rooms. Free breakfast is just individual wrap sticky buns or small cinnamon rolls. Faint marijuana smell in rooms which is unfortunate. Staff is very nice and helpful.
Price is affordable so close to University of Florida. Beds are very comfortable. No clocks in rooms. Free breakfast is just individual wrap sticky buns or small cinnamon rolls. Faint marijuana smell in rooms which is unfortunate. Staff is very nice and helpful.
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Brittny
Oct 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Customer service is great
Customer service is great
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Lucy
Nov 4, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We came there because of evacuation from hurricane Milton, staff was very friendly, very understanding our stressful situation and that was extremely important.
We came there because of evacuation from hurricane Milton, staff was very friendly, very understanding our stressful situation and that was extremely important.
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Nick
Nov 12, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was clean but I had some bugs in my room and BR. I left a $50 yeti container in the fridge. Called 1st time, said they would check and call back and didn't. Did not rent that room out and Housekeeping only 1 in there. Called back the 2nd day, said they would check again and cal and didn't. Sad that people cant turn things in anymore.
The room was clean but I had some bugs in my room and BR. I left a $50 yeti container in the fridge. Called 1st time, said they would check and call back and didn't. Did not rent that room out and Housekeeping only 1 in there. Called back the 2nd day, said they would check again and cal and didn't. Sad that people cant turn things in anymore.
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Julene
Aug 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Gainesville can be expensive on football weekends and school event weekends. This stay was during college move in. We over paid for a very low quality stay. Holes in the black out curtains but other than that room was clean and in pretty good shape. Customer service was lacking at check in. Did not feel welcomed. Pool was closed. Breakfast was very limited and basic. It was in a good location, close to campus and great Korean food across the street. It was an OK stay. Keep your expectations low and you will be fine.
Gainesville can be expensive on football weekends and school event weekends. This stay was during college move in. We over paid for a very low quality stay. Holes in the black out curtains but other than that room was clean and in pretty good shape. Customer service was lacking at check in. Did not feel welcomed. Pool was closed. Breakfast was very limited and basic. It was in a good location, close to campus and great Korean food across the street. It was an OK stay. Keep your expectations low and you will be fine.
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Adina
Jan 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent customer service and friendly check in person. Expedia should advertise when there is a deposit required so guests aren’t surprised at arrival: especially since after booking is complete, they advise not to call to reconfirm.
Excellent customer service and friendly check in person. Expedia should advertise when there is a deposit required so guests aren’t surprised at arrival: especially since after booking is complete, they advise not to call to reconfirm.
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Bethan
Oct 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We were very happy with our stay. The purpose of our trip was to attend the Gators game with our kids. The stadium was walking distance from our hotel and we also had dinner at Indian Aroma which is right across the street. The room was clean and comfortable with plenty of fresh clean towels. The lady allowed us early check in too so that was a plus. Only disappointment was breakfast. It was just a few wrapped sugary pastries. Coffee was also not good. Aside from that it was a pleasant stay and we will be back with our own breakfast supplies next time.
We were very happy with our stay. The purpose of our trip was to attend the Gators game with our kids. The stadium was walking distance from our hotel and we also had dinner at Indian Aroma which is right across the street. The room was clean and comfortable with plenty of fresh clean towels. The lady allowed us early check in too so that was a plus. Only disappointment was breakfast. It was just a few wrapped sugary pastries. Coffee was also not good. Aside from that it was a pleasant stay and we will be back with our own breakfast supplies next time.
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Lisa
Aug 18, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The place is a dump the staff was beyond lazy and unhelpful ....WILL NEVER STAY THERE AGAIN. Received 2 bath towels for 3 adults for a 3 night stay. When we requested additional clean towels they could not accommodate our tequest because they got "busy" and then RAN OUT OF TOWELS!!!!requested
The place is a dump the staff was beyond lazy and unhelpful ....WILL NEVER STAY THERE AGAIN. Received 2 bath towels for 3 adults for a 3 night stay. When we requested additional clean towels they could not accommodate our tequest because they got "busy" and then RAN OUT OF TOWELS!!!!requested
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Sarah
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Mary
Jun 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was clean and the beds comfortable. Surrounding were dated but looks like they are trying to improve. Staff was nice and helpful.
The room was clean and the beds comfortable. Surrounding were dated but looks like they are trying to improve. Staff was nice and helpful.
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Location
Consistently praised for being walkable to UF and the stadium with eateries nearby. A handful of guests felt uneasy due to loitering or late-night disturbances.
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Amy
Jul 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Conveniently located near UF, but the motel is mostly empty and the room is outdated.
Conveniently located near UF, but the motel is mostly empty and the room is outdated.
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Ashley
Sep 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We arrived at the property after a football game. There was a loud fight in the side parking lot area. A woman kept screaming. A man came running towards the check in area with a broom! It was terrifying. Once checked in we walked into a warm room with the worst smell of smoke and weed. When i turned on the lights roaches were crawling on the bed and floor! I refused to stay i did not feel safe at all. I will never be back.
We arrived at the property after a football game. There was a loud fight in the side parking lot area. A woman kept screaming. A man came running towards the check in area with a broom! It was terrifying. Once checked in we walked into a warm room with the worst smell of smoke and weed. When i turned on the lights roaches were crawling on the bed and floor! I refused to stay i did not feel safe at all. I will never be back.
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Julene
Aug 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Gainesville can be expensive on football weekends and school event weekends. This stay was during college move in. We over paid for a very low quality stay. Holes in the black out curtains but other than that room was clean and in pretty good shape. Customer service was lacking at check in. Did not feel welcomed. Pool was closed. Breakfast was very limited and basic. It was in a good location, close to campus and great Korean food across the street. It was an OK stay. Keep your expectations low and you will be fine.
Gainesville can be expensive on football weekends and school event weekends. This stay was during college move in. We over paid for a very low quality stay. Holes in the black out curtains but other than that room was clean and in pretty good shape. Customer service was lacking at check in. Did not feel welcomed. Pool was closed. Breakfast was very limited and basic. It was in a good location, close to campus and great Korean food across the street. It was an OK stay. Keep your expectations low and you will be fine.
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gordon
Oct 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was easy access —Small bugs ( Roaches ) in bathroom and bedroom !! All else was acceptable !! Room rate was fair and location perfect !!
Room was easy access —Small bugs ( Roaches ) in bathroom and bedroom !! All else was acceptable !! Room rate was fair and location perfect !!
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Jodi
Oct 20, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Far below Wyndham and Days Inn standards, this place is a dump. Cockroaches in the bathroom, a toilet not secured to the floor, 4 measly broken hangers in a makeshift closet, no in-room safe, a door that you could see light around the frame! There was no clock radio, no tissues or lotion, cheap towels and crappy little soaps and shampoo packets. The advertised breakfast was terrible coffee and old bananas. The parking lot is filled with broken down cars, boats and a tow truck. On the plus side, the beds were comfortable but the floors were dirty and I did not feel safe.
Far below Wyndham and Days Inn standards, this place is a dump. Cockroaches in the bathroom, a toilet not secured to the floor, 4 measly broken hangers in a makeshift closet, no in-room safe, a door that you could see light around the frame! There was no clock radio, no tissues or lotion, cheap towels and crappy little soaps and shampoo packets. The advertised breakfast was terrible coffee and old bananas. The parking lot is filled with broken down cars, boats and a tow truck. On the plus side, the beds were comfortable but the floors were dirty and I did not feel safe.
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miralys
May 6, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Property is old and dirty. I was killing cockroaches upon walking in, some of the rooms have residents living there, the room itself is not well maintained the bathroom was old and tiny did not fit a 6 ft 3 person in the shower . The bed linens had stains on them weren't washed and the towels had hair strands embedded in it. Not to mention the floor was not swept or vacuumed because my feet were filthy after having washed them in the shower I took . I do not recommend for a stay especially with family. My husband got solicited outside in the parking area by homeless looking for alcohol and cigarettes and a prostitute looking for a customer. What a terrible experience stay away. I booked this place thinking it was a good stay close to campus for graduation weekend and boy what an awful stressful experience. It was so bad I had two other guests staying in a separate room and made other arrangements at 700.00 to ensure they were safe and comfortable somewhere else on grad wéekend. Stay away.
Property is old and dirty. I was killing cockroaches upon walking in, some of the rooms have residents living there, the room itself is not well maintained the bathroom was old and tiny did not fit a 6 ft 3 person in the shower . The bed linens had stains on them weren't washed and the towels had hair strands embedded in it. Not to mention the floor was not swept or vacuumed because my feet were filthy after having washed them in the shower I took . I do not recommend for a stay especially with family. My husband got solicited outside in the parking area by homeless looking for alcohol and cigarettes and a prostitute looking for a customer. What a terrible experience stay away. I booked this place thinking it was a good stay close to campus for graduation weekend and boy what an awful stressful experience. It was so bad I had two other guests staying in a separate room and made other arrangements at 700.00 to ensure they were safe and comfortable somewhere else on grad wéekend. Stay away.
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Bethan
Oct 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We were very happy with our stay. The purpose of our trip was to attend the Gators game with our kids. The stadium was walking distance from our hotel and we also had dinner at Indian Aroma which is right across the street. The room was clean and comfortable with plenty of fresh clean towels. The lady allowed us early check in too so that was a plus. Only disappointment was breakfast. It was just a few wrapped sugary pastries. Coffee was also not good. Aside from that it was a pleasant stay and we will be back with our own breakfast supplies next time.
We were very happy with our stay. The purpose of our trip was to attend the Gators game with our kids. The stadium was walking distance from our hotel and we also had dinner at Indian Aroma which is right across the street. The room was clean and comfortable with plenty of fresh clean towels. The lady allowed us early check in too so that was a plus. Only disappointment was breakfast. It was just a few wrapped sugary pastries. Coffee was also not good. Aside from that it was a pleasant stay and we will be back with our own breakfast supplies next time.
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K
Sep 15, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very old - needs updating. The best thing about this hotel is the proximity to the university.
Very old - needs updating. The best thing about this hotel is the proximity to the university.
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Sarah
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Layne
Oct 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Property is very dirty and out dated. Lots of bugs in the room. We were there for football gameday. Location was great, easy parking right by the room. But not a nice place.
Property is very dirty and out dated. Lots of bugs in the room. We were there for football gameday. Location was great, easy parking right by the room. But not a nice place.
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Dining
Breakfast is very limited, commonly just packaged pastries with poor coffee or juice. Some guests skipped it.
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Michael
May 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The beds were good and the AC was cold. But the mat of dust on the TV, the hair in the shower and the cockroach INFESTATION was hard to get over. We stopped killing cockroaches after about the 15th kill. The breakfast was Little Debbie donuts and rancid OJ. I didn’t have the heart to try the apple juice. It’s a cool property with SO much historical potential. It’s just being neglected.
The beds were good and the AC was cold. But the mat of dust on the TV, the hair in the shower and the cockroach INFESTATION was hard to get over. We stopped killing cockroaches after about the 15th kill. The breakfast was Little Debbie donuts and rancid OJ. I didn’t have the heart to try the apple juice. It’s a cool property with SO much historical potential. It’s just being neglected.
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Christopher
Jul 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Price is affordable so close to University of Florida. Beds are very comfortable. No clocks in rooms. Free breakfast is just individual wrap sticky buns or small cinnamon rolls. Faint marijuana smell in rooms which is unfortunate. Staff is very nice and helpful.
Price is affordable so close to University of Florida. Beds are very comfortable. No clocks in rooms. Free breakfast is just individual wrap sticky buns or small cinnamon rolls. Faint marijuana smell in rooms which is unfortunate. Staff is very nice and helpful.
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Peter and Mary
Mar 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Old outdated motel. Breakfast was only small packaged danish. Will no stay again.
Old outdated motel. Breakfast was only small packaged danish. Will no stay again.
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Fred
Mar 3, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
I hate giving bad reviews but I can't recommend this hotel, even to students coming to visit the campus. The one thing I will say is that I reserved two nights on hotels.com and when I got to the hotel late at night, I immediately requested a refund for the second night and they kindly granted my request. On another positive note, it's across the street to a couple of nice restaurants and a Subway is right next door
I hate giving bad reviews but I can't recommend this hotel, even to students coming to visit the campus. The one thing I will say is that I reserved two nights on hotels.com and when I got to the hotel late at night, I immediately requested a refund for the second night and they kindly granted my request. On another positive note, it's across the street to a couple of nice restaurants and a Subway is right next door
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William
Nov 18, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
the hotel is very basic and run down. We entered an obviously smoked in room and i am allergic to smoke. No hand towels or washcloths available. we had a fly, an ant, two small bugs and a large cockroach in our room. breakfast was very basic. paid a lot for two nights because of home football game.
the hotel is very basic and run down. We entered an obviously smoked in room and i am allergic to smoke. No hand towels or washcloths available. we had a fly, an ant, two small bugs and a large cockroach in our room. breakfast was very basic. paid a lot for two nights because of home football game.
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Julene
Aug 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Gainesville can be expensive on football weekends and school event weekends. This stay was during college move in. We over paid for a very low quality stay. Holes in the black out curtains but other than that room was clean and in pretty good shape. Customer service was lacking at check in. Did not feel welcomed. Pool was closed. Breakfast was very limited and basic. It was in a good location, close to campus and great Korean food across the street. It was an OK stay. Keep your expectations low and you will be fine.
Gainesville can be expensive on football weekends and school event weekends. This stay was during college move in. We over paid for a very low quality stay. Holes in the black out curtains but other than that room was clean and in pretty good shape. Customer service was lacking at check in. Did not feel welcomed. Pool was closed. Breakfast was very limited and basic. It was in a good location, close to campus and great Korean food across the street. It was an OK stay. Keep your expectations low and you will be fine.
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Jodi
Oct 20, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Far below Wyndham and Days Inn standards, this place is a dump. Cockroaches in the bathroom, a toilet not secured to the floor, 4 measly broken hangers in a makeshift closet, no in-room safe, a door that you could see light around the frame! There was no clock radio, no tissues or lotion, cheap towels and crappy little soaps and shampoo packets. The advertised breakfast was terrible coffee and old bananas. The parking lot is filled with broken down cars, boats and a tow truck. On the plus side, the beds were comfortable but the floors were dirty and I did not feel safe.
Far below Wyndham and Days Inn standards, this place is a dump. Cockroaches in the bathroom, a toilet not secured to the floor, 4 measly broken hangers in a makeshift closet, no in-room safe, a door that you could see light around the frame! There was no clock radio, no tissues or lotion, cheap towels and crappy little soaps and shampoo packets. The advertised breakfast was terrible coffee and old bananas. The parking lot is filled with broken down cars, boats and a tow truck. On the plus side, the beds were comfortable but the floors were dirty and I did not feel safe.
8
Bethan
Oct 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We were very happy with our stay. The purpose of our trip was to attend the Gators game with our kids. The stadium was walking distance from our hotel and we also had dinner at Indian Aroma which is right across the street. The room was clean and comfortable with plenty of fresh clean towels. The lady allowed us early check in too so that was a plus. Only disappointment was breakfast. It was just a few wrapped sugary pastries. Coffee was also not good. Aside from that it was a pleasant stay and we will be back with our own breakfast supplies next time.
We were very happy with our stay. The purpose of our trip was to attend the Gators game with our kids. The stadium was walking distance from our hotel and we also had dinner at Indian Aroma which is right across the street. The room was clean and comfortable with plenty of fresh clean towels. The lady allowed us early check in too so that was a plus. Only disappointment was breakfast. It was just a few wrapped sugary pastries. Coffee was also not good. Aside from that it was a pleasant stay and we will be back with our own breakfast supplies next time.
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Christa
Oct 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room climate was good and we did not have breakfast here
The room climate was good and we did not have breakfast here
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Lindsey
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Poor breakfast (no options). Pool was advertised but broken. Sheets were rough texture wise
Poor breakfast (no options). Pool was advertised but broken. Sheets were rough texture wise
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EDWARD
last week
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Stayed 1 night
Facility is a little dated, but it was clean and the staff was friendly.
Facility is a little dated, but it was clean and the staff was friendly.
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Arie
last week
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Stayed 2 nights
I will never go back.
I will never go back.
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Joe
last week
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Stayed 1 night
Nice older hotel, clean and comfortable and great staff. Walking distance to the stadium.
Nice older hotel, clean and comfortable and great staff. Walking distance to the stadium.
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Sandra
Sep 7, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Here for Game Day af UF. Was happy to get 1 night- many hotels require 2 nights. Checked in at 3p, dying cockroach in the bathroom. A/c didn’t work(wall unit) , phone to Main Desk didn’t work. We went back to office and clerk said she forgot to turn on the a/c from there in the office! The king bed was comfy and linens smelled nice but tile floor was very dusty!.. I kept my socks on. Didn’t try the AM breakfast— got out!
Here for Game Day af UF. Was happy to get 1 night- many hotels require 2 nights. Checked in at 3p, dying cockroach in the bathroom. A/c didn’t work(wall unit) , phone to Main Desk didn’t work. We went back to office and clerk said she forgot to turn on the a/c from there in the office! The king bed was comfy and linens smelled nice but tile floor was very dusty!.. I kept my socks on. Didn’t try the AM breakfast— got out!
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Todd
Aug 17, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The place was disgusting. The bathroom counter was broken, and you can see the particle board. The room was old and outdated. I paid almost $200 for one night and it was a complete waste of money. They should have charged over $20 for this nasty place.
The place was disgusting. The bathroom counter was broken, and you can see the particle board. The room was old and outdated. I paid almost $200 for one night and it was a complete waste of money. They should have charged over $20 for this nasty place.
FAQs about University Inn
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, and it is uncovered. No reservation is required.
What type of breakfast is offered?
Complimentary breakfast is provided, but specific details on the type (continental, buffet, etc.) are not mentioned. Serving hours are not specified.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are allowed with a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 02:00, and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out is subject to availability and may incur additional charges.
What accessibility features does the property offer?
The property features a wheelchair-accessible path of travel, limited wheelchair-accessible facilities, and a pool hoist. There is also a well-lit path to the entrance.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located within a 15-minute walk of the University of Florida and Shands at the University of Florida. It is approximately 1.8 miles from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and 0.5 miles from UF Health Neuromedicine Hospital.
Is there a swimming pool at the property?
Yes, there is a seasonal outdoor pool available for guests.
Are children allowed at the property?
Children are allowed at the property, and there is no minimum age specified for staying for free.
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Over the next 60–90 days, room rates at University Inn in Gainesville typically land around $71 a night for two guests, ranging from $58 to $287 on peak dates.
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January is the quietest month at University Inn in Gainesville, while demand peaks in May; expect noticeably busier hotels and events through late spring.
Which month has the lowest rates at University Inn in Gainesville?
January is the cheapest month to stay at University Inn in Gainesville, averaging $67 a night; October is the priciest month, averaging $128.
What area and attractions is University Inn in Gainesville near, and who stays here?
University Inn in Gainesville sits in Florida close to the University of Florida, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Depot Park, making it handy for campus events and outdoor visits; it commonly hosts families and business travelers.
How does University Inn in Gainesville compare to nearby hotels on price?
University Inn is cheaper than 14 of 20 comparable hotels nearby; the hotel’s median rate is $71 a night versus about $73 for peers.
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This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
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