The Best Hotels Closest to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park in - 2026 Updated Prices

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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 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.

1. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

12.5 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

thomas

Rp1.484.222

Rp1.723.396 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern bar area with wooden bar stools, pendant lighting, and artwork on the walls.

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.

A hotel hallway with carpeted floors, doors on both sides, and overhead lighting.

2. Hampton Inn Gainesville

13.2 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Ross

Rp1.504.770

Rp1.692.866 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A wooden dock with a chair, surrounded by trees and a calm water body.

A bedroom with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with blinds.

A wooden cabin rental area with a guest registration desk, a sign for cabin rentals, and a sign indicating happy hour hours.

A small, single-story building with a blue exterior, a wooden door, and a window.

3. Yearling Restaurant and Cabins

13.8 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Riley

Rp2.485.598

Rp2.796.387 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A spacious hotel lobby with a modern staircase, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a dining area in the background.

A hotel room with a wooden floor, a red armchair, a beige sofa, a TV, and framed artwork on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a sofa, and artwork on the wall.

4. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

13.7 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

sherry

Rp1.580.769

Rp1.778.364 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden ceiling.

A bathroom with a white vanity, a round mirror, and a black faucet.

A porch with two Adirondack chairs, a wooden door, and a sign reading "Downtown Studio Depot Village".

A staircase with dark wooden steps leading to a landing with a small table and chair.

5. Depot Village

14.3 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Leslie

Rp1.205.104

Rp2.562.777 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious lobby with a sectional sofa, a wooden cabinet, and a television mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, a large headboard, bedside lamps, and a view of the outdoors through sheer curtains.

A hotel lobby with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, orange upholstered seating, and a lamp.

6. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

13.4 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Joan

Rp1.877.431

Rp2.112.110 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a large bathtub, and green walls.

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.

A breakfast bar with a juice dispenser, cereal boxes, and fruit bowls.

Outdoor lounge chairs with metal frames and fabric seats, arranged in rows.

7. Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

13.3 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

prakasa Babu

Rp1.352.773

Rp1.622.457 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A gazebo with a white exterior and a dark roof, surrounded by a brick pathway and lush greenery.

A garden with a stone fountain, a gazebo, and a winding brick path.

A cozy living room with a Christmas tree, a fireplace with stockings, and a view through a window.

8. Sweetwater Branch Inn

14.6 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Jose

Rp2.115.317

Rp2.379.732 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

An outdoor kitchen with a grill, a table, and chairs.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a dining table, and a small office area.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

A modern dining area with yellow chairs, wooden tables, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

12.9 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Karri

Rp1.960.761

Rp2.205.856 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a well-maintained outdoor area with a parking lot.

A hotel reception area with directional signs for elevators, floor 1, pool restrooms, and business center.

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 lounge area with a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, teal and brown seating, patterned carpet, and a wall-mounted clock.

10. La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville

19.3 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Elizabeth

Rp1.730.126

Rp1.946.436 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern bar area with a long counter, green bar stools, and a television displaying a golf game.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, pendant lighting, and a dining area with a sofa and chairs.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a modern entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

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

13.2 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Robert

Rp2.127.958

Rp2.393.952 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a gazebo, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a stone facade.

A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a phone, a lamp, and a window with a view.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a sign above stating "MUST HAVE COFFEE EXPRESS", and various coffee-related items on shelves.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee pods and cups.

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

14.1 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Meredith

Rp2.396.188

Rp2.695.711 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern interior with a staircase, a seating area, and a colorful abstract wall design.

A modern bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and a colorful abstract wall.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, a small table, and a fire pit.

13. Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

14.5 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

HEIDI

Rp1.752.436

Rp1.971.490 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen counter, and a sign reading "höm cooking".

A modern building with a gray facade, a large window, and a landscaped area with a crocodile sculpture.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a desk with a chair.

14. HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

13.8 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Cassandra

Rp1.376.020

Rp1.548.022 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A landscaped courtyard with palm trees, a well-maintained lawn, and a building with multiple windows and balconies.

A conference room with rows of green chairs, a large screen, and two chandeliers.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

15. Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

14.9 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Arleana

Rp1.904.396

Rp2.163.825 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a sofa, a TV on a wooden stand, a bed with white bedding, a small table, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a sofa.

16. Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

14.1 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Lara

Rp2.575.008

Rp2.896.884 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern building with a curved facade, a landscaped pathway, and a body of water in the foreground.

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.

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 bartender pouring a drink into a glass.

17. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

13.5 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Diane

Rp2.546.680

Rp2.865.016 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio area with string lights, potted plants, and outdoor furniture.

A double bed with white bedding and multiple pillows, a wooden headboard, and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, round table, chairs, a bar area, and a staircase.

A restaurant with a counter, seating area, and a TV screen.

18. Gainesville Lodge

14.9 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

sabrina

Rp1.534.812

Rp1.726.686 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A spacious hotel lobby with a curved sofa, a patterned carpet, and a large window with sheer curtains.

A bar area with multiple seating arrangements and a bar counter.

A large banquet hall with round tables, chairs, and floral centerpieces.

A Hilton hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

19. Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

14.7 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Nandini

Rp1.891.558

Rp2.128.002 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, outdoor seating, and a well-lit facade.

A modern restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a counter with a menu board, and a coffee machine.

A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, built-in shelves, a glass coffee table, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a small kitchenette.

20. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL

13.8 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Jvotric

Rp1.504.770

Rp1.692.866 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

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Comfort Suites Gainesville near University	9.2 Wonderful 1,511 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Gainesville	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Yearling Restaurant and Cabins	9.2 Wonderful 218 reviews	View
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Top Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville Hospital/University Area

10/10 Excellent

"The room was smoke free and very clean. I wish all properties could that clean and smoke free place. Also the bed,cabinets were made of good and strong materials"

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

8/10 Good

"I checked in at 12:30am and there was no clerk so I slept in my rental car. There was a night bell but no one showed up. The manager told me the next day that there should have been a clerk all night long. He was going to investigate what happened."

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

10/10 Excellent

"Surprisingly good price, cozy quiet and clean. Will recommend for the traveler. Courteous check in without any hiccups."

Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville I-75 Hospital University Area

8/10 Good

"Some staff were challenging to speak with. Generally messy in hallways. Motel experience."

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville

8/10 Good

"Everything was great!"

Micanopy Inn

8/10 Good

"Staff very helpful"

Other attractions near Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Micanopy Historical Society Museum

9.0/10 (11 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Micanopy Historical Society Museum during your travels in Micanopy. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

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Price's Scrub State Park

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

You can take time to visit Price's Scrub State Park during your travels to Micanopy. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's festivals.

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Florida National Scenic Trail

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Florida National Scenic Trail during your travels to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Kate's Fish Camp

Explore the great outdoors at Kate's Fish Camp, a lovely green space in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Bivens Arm Nature Park

Explore the great outdoors at Bivens Arm Nature Park, a lovely green space in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Fred Bear Museum

9.6/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Fred Bear Museum during your trip to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Dogwood Park

6.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Dogwood Park, a lovely green space in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park?

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located in an area that travellers like for its festivals. You'll find 7 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park?

Located 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park, Micanopy Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices in the area include Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville and Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands.

How many hotels are there near Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park.

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Our top choices for Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park hotels

1. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

2. Hampton Inn Gainesville

3. Yearling Restaurant and Cabins

4. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

5. Depot Village

6. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

7. Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

8. Sweetwater Branch Inn

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

10. La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville

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

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

13. Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

14. HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

15. Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

16. Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

17. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

18. Gainesville Lodge

19. Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

20. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL

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Top Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville Hospital/University Area

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville I-75 Hospital University Area

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville

Micanopy Inn

Other attractions near Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Micanopy Historical Society Museum

Price's Scrub State Park

Florida National Scenic Trail

Kate's Fish Camp

Bivens Arm Nature Park

Fred Bear Museum

Dogwood Park

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