University Heights Travel Guide

Gainesville

Popular places to visit

University of Florida

University of Florida

Explore the campus of University of Florida, a top university in Gainesville. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.

University of Florida
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium

Ben Hill Griffin Stadium

Catch an event at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium during your trip to Gainesville. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.

Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
Florida Museum of Natural History

Florida Museum of Natural History

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Florida Museum of Natural History during your travels in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Florida Museum of Natural History
Hippodrome State Theatre

Hippodrome State Theatre

You can enjoy a show at Hippodrome State Theatre during your trip to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Hippodrome State Theatre

Shands at the University of Florida

If Shands at the University of Florida is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Gainesville.

Shands at the University of Florida

Gainesville Raceway

Catch an event at Gainesville Raceway during your trip to Gainesville. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

Gainesville Raceway

Top hotels in University Heights

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG

3 out of 5
1250 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL
The price is Rp1.809.633 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
Rp1.809.633
Rp2.035.838 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"We needed a quick stop for an overnight stay in Gainesville. We would have had no issues staying longer. Clean room and bath, small fridge, coffee and room to relax after a 16 hour car ride. Five Stars all around and the restaurant attached had outstanding food and service as well."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG
hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

2.5 out of 5
3905 Sw 43rd St, Gainesville, FL
The price is Rp1.246.568 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
Rp1.246.568
Rp1.402.389 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,714 reviews)
"Friendly staff"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

3 out of 5
212 SE 1ST STREET,, Gainesville, FL
The price is Rp1.833.187 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
Rp1.833.187
Rp2.062.336 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Clean and very nice"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

3 out of 5
4015 Sw 43rd St, Gainesville, FL
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.412.777 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
Rp1.412.777
Rp1.589.374 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,445 reviews)
Great Experience
"Charles was personable and quick with check-in. The room was spacious and clean. Bed and pillows were comfortable. Towels not bad but could be better."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
Best Western Gateway Grand

Best Western Gateway Grand

3 out of 5
4200 NW 97th Blvd, Gainesville, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.613.205 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
Rp1.613.205
Rp1.814.855 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,269 reviews)
"I typed all of this and then decided to come back up to the top to tell you; stop looking at the other hotels and stay here. You won’t be sorry. I usually don’t leave reviews, but the hotel was very impressive. It was clean, spacious, quiet. The pool and hot tub were very nice also. You cannot find ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Best Western Gateway Grand
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

3 out of 5
1514 Southwest 14th Street, Gainesville, FL
The price is Rp2.770.965 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
Rp2.770.965
Rp3.117.234 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,260 reviews)
"Some of the design features were inconvenient. Need safety bar in showers. Excellent restaurant."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
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Other neighbourhoods around University Heights

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Innovation District

While Innovation District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hippodrome State Theatre and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

Innovation District
Gainesville showing modern architecture

Downtown Gainesville

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown Gainesville and surrounding area, you can visit Hippodrome State Theatre and Thomas Center.

Downtown Gainesville
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College Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in College Park and surrounding area, you can visit Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Stephen C. O'Connell Center.

College Park
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Pleasant Street

Pleasant Street might not have many top sights, but Thomas Center and Hippodrome State Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pleasant Street
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Duckpond

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Duckpond and surrounding area, you can visit Thomas Center and Hippodrome State Theatre.

Duckpond
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Gateway Park

While Gateway Park isn't home to many top sights, Thomas Center and Hippodrome State Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gateway Park

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