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

You can take time to visit Ben Hill Griffin Stadium during your travels 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 ₹9,857 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
₹9,857
₹11,089 total
3 Jul - 4 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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"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. ..."

Reviewed on 6 May 2025

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG
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 ₹14,575 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
₹14,575
₹16,397 total
6 Jul - 7 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! (1,229 reviews)
"It really needs a pool"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹6,557 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
₹6,557
₹7,377 total
30 Jun - 1 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! (1,651 reviews)
Good stay hotel
"Good hotel, clean, good breakfast, the pool is good, the rooms are comfortable, the front desk people are very nice"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
3 out of 5
4015 Sw 43rd St, Gainesville, FL
The price is ₹7,577 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
₹7,577
₹8,524 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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! (1,385 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on 24 Jun 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
The price is ₹8,486 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
₹8,486
₹9,546 total
3 Jul - 4 Jul
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! (1,237 reviews)
"I was extremely satisfied with the property for the price point."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Best Western Gateway Grand
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
3 out of 5
212 SE 1ST STREET,, Gainesville, FL
The price is ₹9,428 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
₹9,428
₹10,607 total
3 Jul - 4 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! (935 reviews)
"Great front desk"

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
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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

University Heights Travel Guide