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Our top choices for Gainesville hotels on the lake

A large, two-story house with a porch, multiple windows, and a chimney.

1. Sweetwater Branch Inn

Sweetwater Branch Inn
3.5 star property
Gainesville
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay. Breakfast was top notch!"
United States
Bianca
The price is £131
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Sweetwater Branch Inn
A modern building with a unique facade featuring a grid of colorful panels.

2. Depot Village

Depot Village
2.0 star property
Gainesville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (179 reviews)
"Great location for our trip! The unit was super cute and the bed was comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked. Would absolutely stay here again."
United States
Jessica
The price is £109
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Depot Village
A modern building with a curved glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a grassy courtyard.

3. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
3.0 star property
Gainesville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,320 reviews)
"Best hotel I've stayed at in Gainesville to date."
United States
Joseph
The price is £131
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.

4. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University
2.5 star property
Gainesville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,555 reviews)
"Nice property would stay again"
United States
Samantha
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Comfort Suites Gainesville near University
A gym with exercise equipment and a person lifting weights.

5. Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Gainesville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,242 reviews)
"Excelent Hotel!"
United States
Misak
The price is £96
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
An outdoor kitchen with a grill, a table, and chairs.

6. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center
3.0 star property
Gainesville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location and great hotel! Staff was exceptional!!"
United States
Karri
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center
A gym with multiple treadmills, weight machines, and a ladder with kettlebells.

7. AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown
2.5 star property
College Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (559 reviews)
"Such a wonderful hotel to stay at while we toured the University of Florida. The location was ideal, the room was clean and well appointed, and the staff were very accommodating. We will definitely stay here again!"
United States
Renata
The price is £113
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown
An outdoor patio area with string lights, potted plants, and outdoor furniture.

8. Gainesville Lodge

Gainesville Lodge
2.0 star property
Gainesville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (127 reviews)
"Clean room and great customer service. We enjoyed our stay!"
United States
Robert
The price is £78
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Gainesville Lodge
A hotel lobby with a seating area, a sofa, a table, and a lamp.

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville Downtown University

Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville Downtown University
3.0 star property
Downtown Gainesville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice hotel, loved the location"
United States
Graziella
The price is £73
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville Downtown University
A spacious living area with a curved ceiling, a large flat-screen TV, and a modern sofa.

10. Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG
3.0 star property
University Heights
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Always a great place to stay when visiting my son at UF"
United States
Tonya
The price is £80
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG
A hotel room with a wooden headboard, a bed with white bedding, and three paintings of a pier and sunset.

11. Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville Hospital/University Area

Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville Hospital/University Area
2.5 star property
Gainesville
7.8 out of 10, Good, (327 reviews)
"this property is ok a little away from everything but close enoght to enjoy the city."
United States
Marco
The price is £43
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville Hospital/University Area
A modern waiting area with a large window, a flat-screen TV, and a blue sofa set.

12. Quality Inn Gainesville near University

Quality Inn Gainesville near University
2.5 star property
Gainesville
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"We will definitely stay here again."
United States
Melissa
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Quality Inn Gainesville near University
A dining area with a round table, chairs, a chandelier, and a spiral staircase with a view to the outside.

13. University Inn Gainesville

University Inn Gainesville
2.0 star property
Gainesville
6.2 out of 10, (179 reviews)
"Run away; very fast"
United States
Lonnie
The price is £48
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
University Inn Gainesville
A building with a covered entrance, potted plants, and a Coca-Cola vending machine.

14. Value Lodge

Value Lodge
2.0 star property
Gainesville
5.4 out of 10, (277 reviews)
"This place was so bad we chose to walk away from 2 prepaid rooms and stay somewhere else. The smell of Marijuana was so strong in the room I thought it would have killed the Roaches walking around the bed...but it didn't. I guess it's true Roaches can live through a nuclear blast."
United States
David
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Value Lodge
A balcony with a table and chairs, a glass door, and a view of the sky.

15. The Reitz Union Hotel

The Reitz Union Hotel
2.0 star property
Gainesville
The price is £96
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
The Reitz Union Hotel
A two-story building with a flat roof, a front porch, and a driveway leading to the entrance.

16. Gorgeous Townhome UF Campus Adjacent Full Kitchen

Gorgeous Townhome UF Campus Adjacent Full Kitchen
2.0 star property
University Heights
The price is £333
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Gorgeous Townhome UF Campus Adjacent Full Kitchen
A staircase leading to a living area with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

17. UF Campus Townhome - Full Kitchen 2 BR Pets OK

UF Campus Townhome - Full Kitchen 2 BR Pets OK
2.0 star property
University Heights
The price is £333
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
UF Campus Townhome - Full Kitchen 2 BR Pets OK
A spacious lobby with a sectional sofa, a wooden cabinet, and a television mounted on the wall.

18. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
3.0 star property
Gainesville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,678 reviews)
"Hotel was immaculate-Staff extremely friendly and Meals included were great"
United States
Michael
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
A modern bar area with a long counter, green bar stools, and a television displaying a golf game.

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75
3.0 star property
Gainesville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great proximity to campus and wonderful breakfast!"
United States
Robert
The price is £100
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75
A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a well-maintained outdoor area with a parking lot.

20. La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville

La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville
3.0 star property
Gainesville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,391 reviews)
"Good hotel."
United States
Andy H
The price is £82
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville
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