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Holiday Inn Gainesville-University Ctr
Renovated
Gainesville Hotel across from The University of Florida
Welcome to Holiday Inn Gainesville – University Center
Experience comfort, convenience, and genuine hospitality at Holiday Inn Gainesville – University Center, ideally located directly across from the University of Florida and just minutes from Downtown Gainesville. Whether you're visiting for a Gator sporting event, campus tour, medical appointment, business trip, or weekend getaway, our hotel places you close to everything Gainesville has to offer.
Enjoy complimentary on-site parking, free Wi-Fi, and the convenience of a pet-friendly stay where your four-legged companions are welcome. After a busy day, relax and soak up the Florida sunshine on our spacious rooftop pool deck or explore nearby restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, and entertainment just steps from our front door.
Start your morning with a freshly prepared breakfast at Bistro 45, or enjoy lunch and dinner at Piesanos Pints & Pies, located right off our lobby and serving handcrafted pizzas, Italian favorites, and a wide selection of local and domestic beers.
Following our recent renovation, our hotel offers refreshed guest rooms, flexible meeting space, and one of the most convenient locations in Gainesville. Whether you're here for work, play, or a little of both, we look forward to welcoming you.
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Kids eat free
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Daily housekeeping
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Fitness center
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On-site parking
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Pet-friendly (50 USD / night)
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Pool
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2 on-site restaurants
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Smoke-free hotel
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Wi-Fi
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Accommodations
Premium Rooms
Standard Rooms
Premium Rooms
Standard Rooms
1250 W. University Ave Gainesville, FL 32601 United States
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
The highlights
The highlights
- Location to your favorites
- Rooftop pool
- Pet Friendly
- Parking
- Meeting Space
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Holiday Inn Gainesville-University Ctr has 1 outdoor pool.
Rooftop Outdoor Pool
Our rooftop outdoor pool offers a relaxing setting with city and poolside views, comfortable seating, and a family-friendly atmosphere, perfect for unwinding, enjoying the sun, or taking in Gainesville’s skyline.
Complimentary parking is available at Holiday Inn Gainesville-University Ctr for hotel guests.
Parking description. Complimentary uncovered and limited covered parking are available for guests of the hotel. During special events our parking is limited to one vehicle per guest room- please make special arrangements.
In and out privileges
Parking for registered guests only
Vehicles allowed: Bus, Rv, Trailer, Truck
Pets are welcome at Holiday Inn Gainesville-University Ctr.
Pet policy description. No More than 2 pets per room. Nonrefundable 50 dollar per night up to 100 dollars. Guest is responsible for any damages caused by pet. Pets cannot be left unattended while on property. Contact hotel for more details.
Pet fee per night: 50 USD
Pet weight limit: 80
2 pets allowed
Pets allowed: Only dogs and cats allowed
Always check the hotel's cancellation policy before booking a rate. Room cancellation is subject to rate booked at time of reservation and cancellation policy varies by rate.
Holiday Inn Gainesville-University Ctr has 2 restaurants.
On weekends, breakfast is available from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Yes, Holiday Inn Gainesville-University Ctr offers a complimentary local area shuttle.
Check our Transportation page for more details.Check-in at Holiday Inn Gainesville-University Ctr is from 3:00 PM, and check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contact the hotel directly for options available for early check-in or late check-out.
Yes, the Holiday Inn Gainesville-University Ctr offers free WiFi!
Holiday Inn Gainesville-University Ctr is conveniently located near Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV), approximately 5.1 miles away (8.21 kilometers) from the hotel. Whether you are arriving for a family vacation, a business trip, or a weekend getaway, our location makes getting to and from the airport straightforward. We recommend checking with the front desk for the latest transportation options, including ride-share services and local shuttle providers, to help you plan your arrival and departure with ease.
Holiday Inn Gainesville-University Ctr is ideally situated close to some of the area's most popular attractions and points of interest. Guests staying with us enjoy easy access to the following:
- The University of Florida-0.01 miles away (0.02 kilometers)
- Florida Museum of Natural History-2 miles away (3.22 kilometers)
- Harn Museum of Art-2 miles away (3.22 kilometers)
- Downtown Gainesville-1 miles away (1.61 kilometers)