Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

Minutes from the University of Florida in Gainesville, this hotel sits close to campus life and regional sights. It’s a short drive to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Shands at the University of Florida and the Fred Bear Museum, and near Kanapaha Botanical Gardens and Oaks Mall.

A stylish, smoke-free hotel with 74 guestrooms and a handful of suites that include whirlpool/jacuzzi tubs. Rooms come with microwaves, refrigerators, coffee makers and flat-screen TVs—simple comforts for a campus visit or weekend escape. Expect modern, cozy decor and a complimentary shuttle running daily within a five-mile radius.

Take a dip in the outdoor pool or hit the fitness center—perfect for sunny Gainesville mornings. Complimentary Wi‑Fi, free self-parking and a banquet hall round out practical perks. Additional touches include a vending machine, a massage room and on-site laundry/dry-cleaning services.

24-hour business center, meeting and conference rooms, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. On-site services include dry cleaning and convenient free parking for event attendees.

Start the day with a complimentary buffet breakfast included with your stay. Guest rooms also feature coffee makers for early mornings between classes or meetings.