Located near the University of Florida, Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida offers a warm welcome with a gym to stay active and a restaurant for delicious meals. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, enjoy valet parking, and unwind in smoke-free premises. Top-rated dining options and helpful staff have left lasting impressions on previous guests.
UF Health Neuromedicine Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Shands at the University of Florida - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Florida Museum of Natural History - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
Getting around
Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
Subway - 7 min walk
Taco Bell - 3 min walk
Playa Bowls - 15 min walk
La Tienda Latina - 9 min walk
Subway - 20 min walk
About this property
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
You'll be in a fantastic location at Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida, just a 5-minute walk from University of Florida and Shands at the University of Florida. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the fitness center for a workout. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and restaurant.
At a glance
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Hotel size
173 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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 allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Onsite valet parking (USD 25 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Facilities
Fitness center
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Assistive listening devices available
Grab bar in shower
Room amenities
Be entertained
55-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Mobile key entry
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 100 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per day
Parking
Valet parking costs USD 25 per day with in/out privileges
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida Hotel
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida Gainesville
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida Hotel Gainesville
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida 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 Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 25 per day. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida like?
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida is a short 4-minute walk from University of Florida and 5 minutes' walk from Shands at the University of Florida. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast at the property restaurant was consistently excellent and a highlight of the stay. (8 reviews)
Valet parking was convenient, quick, and complimentary, with staff being extremely helpful and nice. (22 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
Great Hotel
Awesome hotel! Room was very nice and bathroom was terrific. Very friendly housekeeping staff and very accommodating! Definitely am staying her again
Cyrus
Cyrus, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2025
Great stay close to UF campus
Great stay close to UF campus
Kimberly
Kimberly, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
Nice hotel
Heather
Heather, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
The Hotel Eleo is our first choice and always a wonderful place to stay when visiting Gainesville.
Craig
Craig, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2025
The hotel was excellent!
Kelly
Kelly, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2025
Nice hotel
Lorena
Lorena, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 13, 2025
Love the huge wall of windows!!!
Beautiful hotel, Beautiful wall of windows!!! 😍😍😍
Very convenient location for our visit to UF. Didn't love the mandatory valet parking, but it was free (but of course I felt like I needed to tip the valet drivers).
Janet
Janet, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 10, 2025
Outstanding facility, comfortable rooms and facilities.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 14, 2025
Great property to stay at for UF orientation. Spacious rooms and very friendly staff.
Tonya
Tonya, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2025
Solid spot
DUSTIN
DUSTIN, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2025
Super convenient to UF
Super convenient to UF
Kimberly
Kimberly, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 12, 2025
Close to UF
Nice newer hotel walking distance to UF. Perfect for our visit to the university. Staff was friendly and our room was clean.
Diana
Diana, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2025
Very close to hospital, friendly staff and a great menu.
Denise
Denise, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
Amazing property!
Tara
Tara, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 4, 2025
The staff and service were very friendly. Its proximity to the university is convenient and the hotel is very new and well kept.
Evelyn
Evelyn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2025
Stayed here before always a great hotel
Alex
Alex, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 18, 2025
Love the hotel and location. Lots of dust on the walls.
Kera
Kera, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2025
Always love staying here - child at UF
wen
wen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2025
Great place and service
Very nice place and entire staff awesome!
Made us feel at home!
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2025
The staff at the Hotel Eleo are awesome.
Christian
Christian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
Close by to UF, amazing crew working there, Hope ill come back there soon
Sean
Sean, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2025
Check in was super easy and fast
Keith
Keith, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 13, 2025
Convenient location
Dianeliz
Dianeliz, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2025
I love everything, the service, the cleanliness, the location and the atmosphere.