Gainesville Lodge is a comfortable haven near the University of Florida, where you can stay connected with in-room WiFi. Enjoy easy parking and helpful staff who have left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Gainesville Lodge puts you just a 5-minute drive from University of Florida and Shands at the University of Florida. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, this motel is just a 5-minute drive from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
38 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Television in common areas
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Handrails in stairways
Closed captioned TV
Lever door handles
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes
Window screens
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave (on request)
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Gainesville Lodge
Gainesville Lodge Motel
Gainesville Lodge Gainesville
Gainesville Lodge Motel Gainesville
Frequently asked questions
Does Gainesville Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Gainesville Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Gainesville Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Gainesville Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gainesville Lodge?
You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What's the area around Gainesville Lodge like?
Gainesville Lodge is in the heart of Gainesville, a short 14-minute walk from University of Florida and 14 minutes' walk from Thomas Center. Travelers recommend the motel for its walkable location.
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Reviews
Gainesville Lodge Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.2
Cleanliness
8.0
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Parking was easy, secure, and well-lit, providing a safe experience for guests. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 6, 2026
Loved the location and the atmosphere of the hotel. It was a good size room, the bed was comfy and you can tell there was a lot of care put into every part of the room.
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 10, 2026
The cutest rooms and great location!
kimberly
kimberly, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
May 15, 2026
Pros: location, price, vibe. Cons: loud outside the room door, old A/C unit had a mind of its own, wasn’t unclean but looked like they rushed through it and missed a bunch of things.
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 14, 2026
It can only get better!
This facility opened its doors the day before we arrived. It was clean and new. Would definitely recommend it especially if you want to stay in downtown Gainesville near some great restaurants and bars.
Ralph
Ralph, 4-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Mar 18, 2015
I wouldn't take a hooker in there.
The remote for tv did not work. The shower looked like it had black mold in it. The pool was unuseable. Thank god the ac worked. The toilet seat was lose from the toilet. On the plus side there was coffee but you had to walk to the office to get it.
Richard
Verified
4/10 Fair
Feb 23, 2015
In city
Hotel was only supposed to be 63.00 and ended up being $77.00. It was old, bathroom looked filthy. I was scared to take a shower. Looked better on site.
Michelle
Verified
6/10 Good
Feb 10, 2015
Convenient to UF campus and downtown area
Very helpful staff, good facilities recently renovated.
Tom
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6/10 Good
Feb 1, 2015
Just a simple cheap motel in the midst of downtown
I was staying here for a couple nights while moving out of my apt in Gainesville which is close by. If they renovate the property, get rid of all the nasty musty carpeting, some flat screen TVs and high-speed internet, they can raise the prices a lot. GNV in general does not have good hotels, so even less to be expected from a motel.
The internet was very slow and iffy, so I ended up going to the UF library.
Having stayed at the Hilton UF Conference center for a much higher rate and basically getting similar service in a far flung location, I can say this: save your money and stay at this cheap dingy motel in a much better location in downtown GNV. Spend the money you saved to go to a nice restaurant, drink at a bar close by and walk back to Gainesville lodge.