University Heights Travel Guide

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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

Our pick of the best University Heights Hotel Deals

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 NZ$207 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$207
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Great and convenient place to stay when visiting our daughter at UF!"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

4 out of 5
3726 Sw 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$164 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$164
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,012 reviews)
"Nice hotel great location"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

3 out of 5
1514 Southwest 14th Street, Gainesville, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$329 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$329
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,269 reviews)
"It was a very nice and comfortable room."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

2.5 out of 5
4110 SW 40th Boulevard, Gainesville, FL
The price is NZ$156 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$156
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The property is always welcoming and I’d refer all my family and friends to stay here. Bruce thank you again for such an lovely visit"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

3 out of 5
4075 Sw 33rd Pl, Gainesville, FL
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$152 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$152
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,025 reviews)
"Excellent. We thought there was a maintenence problem so i went to the front desk and they went snd got 2 people to come to our room to our room immediately to check it out. They were very nice young men. They exxplained what we were hearing. And appreciated us having the. Come check it out. Highly ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville
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 NZ$171 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$171
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,498 reviews)
"My son was life flighted to UF Shands. I arrived very late around 3 AM and reserved a room that wasn’t said to check in until 3 PM when I arrived, the staff was amazing as perfect of customer service as I could’ve ever gotten or expected from any hotel these people take their job seriously, you are ..."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
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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 Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Stephen C. O'Connell Center.

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 Thomas Center and Hippodrome State Theatre.

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 Ben Hill Griffin Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gateway Park

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