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Our top choices for Gainesville family-friendly hotels

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.
A fire pit area surrounded by stone tiles, with a metal fence in the background.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with chairs and ottomans, a large artwork, and a corridor leading to other rooms.
A modern bathroom with a white toilet, a double sink vanity, and two framed pictures on the wall.

1. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University
Gainesville
Rp1.491.194
Rp1.731.492 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Comfort Suites Gainesville near University
A swimming pool with blue chairs and a lifeguard chair.
A hotel reception area with directional signs for elevators, floor 1, pool restrooms, and business center.
A modern kitchen with blue-tiled walls, stainless steel appliances, and a central island.
A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a well-maintained outdoor area with a parking lot.

2. La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville

La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville
Gainesville
  • Family fun escapes with an outdoor pool, fitness centre, and free activities just minutes from natural history.
Rp1.511.839
Rp1.700.841 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville
A spacious lobby with a sectional sofa, a wooden cabinet, and a television mounted on the wall.
A hotel lobby with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, orange upholstered seating, and a lamp.
A hotel room with two beds, a large headboard, bedside lamps, and a view of the outdoors through sheer curtains.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and pendant lighting.

3. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
Gainesville
  • Family adventures begin at this hotel near University of Florida, where an outdoor pool, hot tub, and complimentary breakfast await.
Rp1.878.691
Rp2.113.527 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
A modern bar area with wooden bar stools, pendant lighting, and artwork on the walls.
A hotel reception desk with a wooden panel design, a digital kiosk, and a "Welcome to the Sun Shine State" sign.
A hotel bathroom with a sink, mirror, toiletries, and a shower.
A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk with a chair, and a bathroom.

4. Hampton Inn Gainesville

Hampton Inn Gainesville
Gainesville
  • Family-friendly hotel with an inviting outdoor pool, complimentary breakfast, and fitness centre just minutes from University of Florida.
Rp1.735.516
Rp1.952.455 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hampton Inn Gainesville
A covered outdoor area with a pool, seating arrangements, and a view of the surrounding buildings.
A balcony with a table, chairs, and a drink.
A modern interior with a staircase, a seating area, and a colorful abstract wall design.
A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and a colorful abstract wall.

5. Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
Downtown Gainesville
  • Dive into family fun with a heated pool, free breakfast, and Netflix just minutes from city centre attractions.
Rp1.753.612
Rp1.972.813 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
A modern building with a curved facade, a landscaped pathway, and a body of water in the foreground.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, wooden shelving, a small table, a sofa, and a large window offering a city view.
A modern bathroom with a large mirror, dual sinks, a shower, and a toilet.
A modern hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, wooden wardrobe, and large windows offering a view of a cityscape and water feature.

6. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
Gainesville
Rp2.411.935
Rp2.713.427 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a large bathtub, and green walls.
A breakfast bar with a juice dispenser, cereal boxes, and fruit bowls.
A hotel room with two beige armchairs, a small side table, a glass display cabinet with sports memorabilia, a mounted flat-screen TV, and a door with a wooden frame.
Outdoor lounge chairs with metal frames and fabric seats, arranged in rows.

7. Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
Gainesville
  • Family-friendly escape with outdoor pool and spacious rooms provides a perfect base for exploring the University of Florida area.
Rp1.359.128
Rp1.630.077 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a gazebo, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a stone facade.
A modern bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and shower.
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a framed abstract painting, a telephone, and a blue chair.
A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a phone, a lamp, and a window with a view.

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG
Gainesville
Rp1.922.362
Rp2.162.656 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG
A modern hotel lobby with a curved ceiling, a central seating area with a sofa and ottoman, a bar area, and a dining space with chairs and tables.
A modern hotel lobby with a breakfast bar, seating area, and a large window.
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area with sofas and chairs, a patterned carpet, and large windows offering views of the outside.
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Springhill Suites by Marriott" and a modern building in the background.

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville
Gainesville
  • Family-friendly hotel with outdoor pool keeps kids entertained near University of Florida.
Rp1.599.366
Rp1.799.286 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville
A large, multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and an American flag.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with a coffee station, and large windows allowing natural light.
A spacious lobby with a large painting, a fireplace, a piano, and multiple seating areas.
A traditional bedroom with a large bed, wooden dresser, and a television.

10. Best Western Gateway Grand

Best Western Gateway Grand
Gainesville
  • Splash into family holidays with a fabulous outdoor pool, free breakfast buffet, and convenient shuttle to University of Florida.
Rp1.513.117
Rp1.702.256 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Best Western Gateway Grand
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Gainesville

Breakfast included
Pool
4 stars
All-inclusive
5 stars

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Gainesville

A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a well-maintained outdoor area with a parking lot.
A modern lounge area with a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, teal and brown seating, patterned carpet, and a wall-mounted clock.
A hotel lobby with a seating area featuring sofas and armchairs, a central coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A modern kitchen with blue-tiled walls, stainless steel appliances, and a central island.

La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville

La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville
Gainesville
Rp1.511.839
Rp1.700.841 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville
A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a window.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with chairs and ottomans, a large artwork, and a corridor leading to other rooms.
A modern hotel lobby with a long dining table, multiple seating areas, and a large window with curtains.

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University
Gainesville
Rp1.491.194
Rp1.731.492 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Comfort Suites Gainesville near University
A spacious lobby with a sectional sofa, a wooden cabinet, and a television mounted on the wall.
A hotel lobby with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, orange upholstered seating, and a lamp.
A hotel room with two beds, a large headboard, bedside lamps, and a view of the outdoors through sheer curtains.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and pendant lighting.

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
Gainesville
Rp1.878.691
Rp2.113.527 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
A modern bar area with wooden bar stools, pendant lighting, and artwork on the walls.
A hotel hallway with carpeted floors, doors on both sides, and overhead lighting.
A hotel room with a living area, kitchenette, and a large mirror.
A hotel reception desk with a wooden panel design, a digital kiosk, and a "Welcome to the Sun Shine State" sign.

Hampton Inn Gainesville

Hampton Inn Gainesville
Gainesville
Rp1.735.516
Rp1.952.455 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hampton Inn Gainesville
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a large bathtub, and green walls.
A breakfast bar with a juice dispenser, cereal boxes, and fruit bowls.
A hotel room with two beige armchairs, a small side table, a glass display cabinet with sports memorabilia, a mounted flat-screen TV, and a door with a wooden frame.
Outdoor lounge chairs with metal frames and fabric seats, arranged in rows.

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
Gainesville
Rp1.359.128
Rp1.630.077 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
A modern interior with a staircase, a seating area, and a colorful abstract wall design.
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, a small table, and a fire pit.
A modern hotel lobby with a round table featuring two drinks, a sofa, and a colorful wall art piece.
A modern bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
Downtown Gainesville
Rp1.753.612
Rp1.972.813 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
A modern hotel lobby with a curved ceiling, a central seating area with a sofa and ottoman, a bar area, and a dining space with chairs and tables.
A modern hotel lobby with a breakfast bar, seating area, and a large window.
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area with sofas and chairs, a patterned carpet, and large windows offering views of the outside.
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Springhill Suites by Marriott" and a modern building in the background.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville
Gainesville
Rp1.599.366
Rp1.799.286 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville
A spacious living area with a curved ceiling, a large flat-screen TV, and a modern sofa.
A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, a flat-screen TV, and artwork on the walls.
A modern kitchen with a curved island, pendant lighting, and a map of Gainesville on the wall.
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and large window with curtains.

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG
University Heights
Rp1.817.261
Rp2.044.418 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG
A large, multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and an American flag.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with a coffee station, and large windows allowing natural light.
A bar area with wooden chairs, a bar counter, and a television mounted on the wall.
A spacious lobby with a large painting, a fireplace, a piano, and multiple seating areas.

Best Western Gateway Grand

Best Western Gateway Grand
Gainesville
Rp1.513.117
Rp1.702.256 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Best Western Gateway Grand
A modern building entrance with a covered entrance area, glass doors, and surrounding greenery.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the dining area.
A hotel room with a grey sofa, a small table, a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a bed with a blue blanket.
A hotel room with a grey sofa, a small table, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Comfort Inn Gainesville - University Area

Comfort Inn Gainesville - University Area
Gainesville
Rp1.439.077
Rp1.720.021 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Comfort Inn Gainesville - University Area
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Gainesville

A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a well-maintained outdoor area with a parking lot.
A modern lounge area with a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, teal and brown seating, patterned carpet, and a wall-mounted clock.
A hotel lobby with a seating area featuring sofas and armchairs, a central coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A modern kitchen with blue-tiled walls, stainless steel appliances, and a central island.

La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville

La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville
Gainesville
Rp1.511.839
Rp1.700.841 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville
A spacious lobby with a sectional sofa, a wooden cabinet, and a television mounted on the wall.
A hotel lobby with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, orange upholstered seating, and a lamp.
A hotel room with two beds, a large headboard, bedside lamps, and a view of the outdoors through sheer curtains.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and pendant lighting.

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
Gainesville
Rp1.878.691
Rp2.113.527 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
A modern bar area with wooden bar stools, pendant lighting, and artwork on the walls.
A hotel hallway with carpeted floors, doors on both sides, and overhead lighting.
A hotel room with a living area, kitchenette, and a large mirror.
A hotel reception desk with a wooden panel design, a digital kiosk, and a "Welcome to the Sun Shine State" sign.

Hampton Inn Gainesville

Hampton Inn Gainesville
Gainesville
Rp1.735.516
Rp1.952.455 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hampton Inn Gainesville
A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a window.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with chairs and ottomans, a large artwork, and a corridor leading to other rooms.
A modern hotel lobby with a long dining table, multiple seating areas, and a large window with curtains.

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University
Gainesville
Rp1.491.194
Rp1.731.492 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Comfort Suites Gainesville near University
A modern interior with a staircase, a seating area, and a colorful abstract wall design.
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, a small table, and a fire pit.
A modern hotel lobby with a round table featuring two drinks, a sofa, and a colorful wall art piece.
A modern bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
Downtown Gainesville
Rp1.753.612
Rp1.972.813 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
A modern hotel lobby with a curved ceiling, a central seating area with a sofa and ottoman, a bar area, and a dining space with chairs and tables.
A modern hotel lobby with a breakfast bar, seating area, and a large window.
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area with sofas and chairs, a patterned carpet, and large windows offering views of the outside.
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Springhill Suites by Marriott" and a modern building in the background.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville
Gainesville
Rp1.599.366
Rp1.799.286 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville
A large, multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and an American flag.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with a coffee station, and large windows allowing natural light.
A bar area with wooden chairs, a bar counter, and a television mounted on the wall.
A spacious lobby with a large painting, a fireplace, a piano, and multiple seating areas.

Best Western Gateway Grand

Best Western Gateway Grand
Gainesville
Rp1.513.117
Rp1.702.256 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Best Western Gateway Grand
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a large bathtub, and green walls.
A breakfast bar with a juice dispenser, cereal boxes, and fruit bowls.
A hotel room with two beige armchairs, a small side table, a glass display cabinet with sports memorabilia, a mounted flat-screen TV, and a door with a wooden frame.
Outdoor lounge chairs with metal frames and fabric seats, arranged in rows.

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
Gainesville
Rp1.359.128
Rp1.630.077 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
A modern hotel with a flat roof, multiple floors, and a prominent 'aloft' sign.
A modern lounge area with sofas, round tables, and a neon sign.
A modern outdoor seating area with multiple sofas and chairs, a covered section with umbrellas, and a view of a building with large windows.
A modern bar area with a bar counter, stools, and seating including a sofa and chairs.

Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area
Gainesville
Rp1.762.465
Rp1.982.907 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area
A spacious living area with a curved ceiling, a large flat-screen TV, and a modern sofa.
A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, a flat-screen TV, and artwork on the walls.
A modern kitchen with a curved island, pendant lighting, and a map of Gainesville on the wall.
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and large window with curtains.

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG
University Heights
Rp1.817.261
Rp2.044.418 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG
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Top Gainesville Hotel Reviews

Gainesville Lodge

Gainesville Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"The room was cleaned the staff was wonderful !"
sabrina 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Gainesville Lodge
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

10/10 Excellent
"It was amazing"
Marquis 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
Best Western Gateway Grand

Best Western Gateway Grand

10/10 Excellent
"Super clean and perfect for what we needed when visiting UF for the weekend."
Erica 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Best Western Gateway Grand
Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville University I-75

Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville University I-75

10/10 Excellent
"It was conveniently located and well-priced."
Cheryl 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville University I-75
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville

8/10 Good
"Everything was great!"
MARIA 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville

Frequently asked questions

What's Gainesville like for family-friendly holidays?
If you've been thinking about a holiday with your children, Gainesville is a good choice. The museums, festivals and sporting events are just some of the things that make this the perfect spot for family trips. Arrange a flight into Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional), which is located 3.7 mi (6 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in Gainesville?
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands is a hotel with an outdoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other options for your stay with the children include Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville and Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown.
How many hotels that welcome families will I find in Gainesville?
Expedia has 12 family-friendly hotels and other accommodation options in Gainesville.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Gainesville?
The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 16°C. Average annual precipitation for Gainesville is 1228 mm.
What's there to see and do with your family in Gainesville?
While you are visiting Gainesville, you may want to round up the youngsters and make time to see interesting attractions such as Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Curtis M. Phillips Center and Oaks Mall.

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