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Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, a short walk to University of Florida

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Exterior
Lobby
Reception
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$196
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

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1250 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32601
  • University of Florida
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Shands at the University of Florida
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Gainesville

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG places you in the centre of Gainesville, within just a 5-minute stroll of University of Florida and within 15 minutes of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Piesanos Pints and Pies, serves Italian cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and pool loungers. 4176 square feet (388 square metres) of event facilities include 4 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Near this 3-property class University Heights hotel, you'll find Shands at the University of Florida.

What's nearby

  • University of Florida - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Shands at the University of Florida - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Stephen C. O'Connell Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Florida Museum of Natural History - 7 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Swamp - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Krispy Kreme - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG

Hotel with free parking, a short walk to University of Florida
Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and 4 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 4176 square feet (388 square metres) and includes conference space. A rooftop terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Gainesville hotel is smoke free.

  • 167 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 4176 sq ft of conference space
  • 388 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Corner/local shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG offers 167 air-conditioned accommodations with video game consoles and a safe. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead, and hairdryers.

This Gainesville hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a Wi-Fi speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 7.95 to 13.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bistro 45 Breakfast Cafe
  • Piesanos Pints and Pies

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • 4,176 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 6 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films
  • Video game console

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per night (maximum USD 150 per stay)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 7.95 to 13.95 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night (maximum USD150 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 3 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Gainesville University Center
Holiday Inn University Hotel Gainesville Center
Holiday Inn Gainesville University Hotel Gainesville
Holiday Inn Gainesville University Center Hotel
Holiday Inn University Center Hotel
Holiday Inn University Center
Gainesville Holiday Inn

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG?

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG?

As of 23 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG on 28 Sept 2025 start from AU$196.04, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Does Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

What makes Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG.

Is Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and a corner/local shop, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Italian cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG?

There is a golf course next to Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG.

Reviews

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 350 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 304 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 208 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 89 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1007 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Construction going on … dirty and lots of working people all over
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

andrew

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worst hotel I have stayed at by far. Renovations were not a problem. What made it so is the critters under the sheets. I report itching profusely and the front desk did nothing. I searched the room and found BED BUG droppings and the front desk still did nothing. Logically I could not sleep in the room and left by 3 AM to drive to the next city. The manager responds with "must be an allergic reaction because the exterminator found nothing." I know what an allergic reaction looks like, and these are clearly bug bites. STAY AWAY. You'll get ate up and they will just sweep it under the rug. By far the most greasy set of management I've ever encountered. You not only risk bringing them with you to your next stay, but the hotel will do nothing and disregard clear evidence.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Angel

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for our daughters graduation from UF. This is an ideal location, within walking distance of campus and the downtown. The hotel is under renovation and we stayed in one of the newly renovated rooms and it was very nice. Breakfast was great and it was made to order and not a buffet. There is also an Italian restaurant attached to the hotel. We would stay here again if we were back in Gainesville.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge, Doral

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica, Deerfield Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Krystyn made our graduation check-in so wonderful and she was amazing!!! Love the upgrades to the rooms!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Claire

Under construction, noisy and dusty
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel right on the edge of UF Campus

The hotel is undergoing renovations but we were not inconvenienced at all by the work being done. Our room was beautiful and clean. The staff of the hotel was friendly and very accommodating. We enjoyed the outdoor pool. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael, Sugar Land

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel is located in a prime location for access to the main campus. They are remodeling, which caused problems with the TV cable service in my room. My room did have a wonderful view of the University of Florida campus. Traffic on University is busy and get load at times.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Cason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and very nice and clean rooms but the hotel being under construction was very inconvenient and not worth the price for the hotel, not having wifi my entire stay and then also the hot water situation was quite annoying and then to top it off the tv only had 40 working channels. But the staff were friendly and amazing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

ben

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russel

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

kajuan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Didn’t stay at that hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Raul

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only complaint there was construction in the building. But they were good about keeping the noise down. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great catch for a quick trip; currently under renovations so no wifi during my stay but i didn’t need it. Staff is very attentive and accomodating to needs. My room was completely renovated and very comfortable and modern. Convenient parking on-site and within walking distance of the social scene in town.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Leisha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The property is under construction and I was aware of that. what was not listed on the expedia website nor told to me by the staff at check-in was there was no internet service in the hotel other than on the first floor where check in is located. I wouldn't have checked in had i known internet surface wasn't available.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

brandon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gym is closed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Hope

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Construction at the hotel was loud from 7 AM to 9 PM. I was reactive to the fresh carpet glue--it gave me head aches. There were stains on the new carpet and a hole in the wall already (marked with blue tape). The alley way where we had to park had sketchy characters going around most of the night. There was cardboard flooring in the elevator and foyer. There was no breakfast area. This is the first negative review that I have ever written.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024