Gainesville Lodge

Property class: 2
Motel with bar/lounge, near University of Florida

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Gainesville Lodge puts you just a 5-minute drive from University of Florida and Shands at the University of Florida. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. 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.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (8)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (5)

  • Television
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free self parking
  • Mini-fridge
  • Hair dryer
The current price is $93
$104 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1

Room options

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Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Roll-in Shower

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a wooden bed, a checkered rug, a small table, a chair, and a floor lamp.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a flat-screen TV.

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
413 West University Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32601

What's nearby

  • Hippodrome State Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Thomas Center - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • University of Florida - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Stephen C. O'Connell Center - 5 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpin Bistro - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Top - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Flaco's Cuban Bakery & Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Loosey's Downtown - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cry Baby's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Gainesville Lodge

  • Gainesville Lodge puts you just a 5-minute drive from University of Florida and Shands at the University of Florida. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. 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

Hotel size

    • 39 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

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

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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1962
  • 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
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Dining

Twist Coffee & Cocktails - Onsite cocktail bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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

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. Parking spots may be limited.

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 9 minutes' walk from Hippodrome State Theatre. Travelers recommend the motel for its walkable location.

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Reviews

Gainesville Lodge Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The hotel is within walking distance to many casual and upscale restaurants, offering a convenient dining experience. (7 reviews)
  • Parking was easy, secure, and conveniently located outside each room. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

We didnt know what to expect, but were pleasantly surprised. Staff was great, room was clean, and everything about our stay was wonderful!
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10/10 Exceptional

Extremely well managed property. Quaint and quirky property with a vintage motor court vibe. Staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. Full coffee/liquor bar in the lobby. Everything was clean, comfy, and updated. Will absolutely stay again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Smaller hotel but friendly, clean good location
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10/10 Exceptional

Can’t say enough about the hospitality and the manager Christy at this hotel. She went above and beyond to make sure my family had a great stay and felt right at home!!! my son was studying for finals and absolutely loved twist as a study lounge with great coffee!!! The room was clean and we felt very safe! Highly recommend this hotel and would come back in a heartbeat!!
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a MUST VISIT! This hotel has been re-imagined and reopened in April, 2026. If you see any reviews before that date, please ignore them. :) The new owners, the new management, the new vibe is all new, all cool retro and all FUN! Upon our arrival, Christy, the General Manager, personally escorted us to our room and provided a thorough overview of the room, the property and the amenities. Sydney, BJ and the housekeeping team all were generously kind, so very welcoming and provided a warm, thoughtful environment. The downtown Gainesville area is going through a cool retro renovation and this is one of the many newly re-imagined options. It has been so well-thought-out and is easy to walk to everywhere, both downtown and midtown. We cannot thank Christy and her entire team for the most wonderful stay and we can't wait to tell others about this cute retro hotel and the amazing staff! We will be back and cannot wait to tell others about it!
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10/10 Exceptional

Cute little lodge. Clean and comfy. We got in late and left early but will return.
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff extremely friendly. We liked the bar in the lobby. Room was nice but the door/trim/ one wall was painted very sloppy it looked bad. Overall good experience we would come back
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10/10 Exceptional

Thank for a great stay. So much better than the usual corporate hotels. Staff were very helpful. Room was very nice.
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8/10 Very good

Parking easy and secure
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10/10 Exceptional

Easy parking. Clean room. Excellent upgrades since our last stay here
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8/10 Very good

The rooms are nicely remodeled. They have the cutest mini fridge that only fits about two or three cokes. It’s adorable but if you’re looking to store food, you’ll need to bring a cooler. Very well done with the Remodeling. Needed to have some weatherstripping around the doors, but I think that was just overlooked on my room. I do, however, wish that there would’ve been a pool, especially being in Florida. Thank you for such a nice day and all of your staff was amazing.
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6/10 Good

The check-in process was easy. The room appeared to be clean, the only things that I was not exactly happy with were the fact that the fridge in the room was literally one of those fridges that fit in a school locker or something like that, we had went out to eat before we checked in and we’re not able to refrigerate or save our leftovers. The air conditioner did work fine although it was very loud and noisy, and the only other comments I would make is that there is no microwave in the room. There may have been in the amenities, but we were there for a short stay for a medical procedure so we didn’t get to check that part out much but it would’ve been helpful to have one in the room as I’ve never stayed anywhere that didn’t have one. Lastly, I’m not sure that this is anything they can really do about it,but the water had a very sulfuric/bad egg smell as if the well was too shallow so that didn’t make for a very pleasant shower or brushing your teeth.
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6/10 Good

The renovation of the property is impressive! The staff was very kind and welcoming. The office/bar area is a nice amenity, room was clean and the parking is easy. Unfortunately, the air stopped working in the middle of the night and it was hot. We couldn't get it to work and there is no fan. The mini-fridge is only big enough for 2 cans. Bring a cooler.
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10/10 Exceptional

Since the property has been newly renovated, it stands to reason that the experience should be good. Good basic accommodations were provided and it was comfortable and seemed secure. The staff was very capable and went out of their way to ensure we had a good stay. Only real complaint was a squeaky bathroom door and the lack of an exhaust fan in the bathroom. A little larger refrigerator would have made the the stay fantastic! The parking lot is tight and it is tough to park larger vehicles. Overall, a great place to stay.
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6/10 Good

The Gainesville Lodge has had a refresh since changing ownership. There are some genuinely nice improvements. The rooms are nicely decorated and have a more modern, thoughtfully designed vibe. The decorative touches are attractive and show attention to detail. Our bathroom had been remodeled. The white tile gave a clean and refreshing feel. The former pool area, filled in years ago, has been turned into a pleasant patio area with tables and umbrellas. The front desk area is now a very nicely decorated bar and coffee shop, adding to the overall atmosphere. That said, there are a few things that could use more attention. The paint on the doors and door frames appears to have been applied over multiple previous layers without adequately preparing the surfaces, so the finish is uneven in places. More importantly, the room listing indicates a refrigerator, but what is actually provided is essentially a very small six-pack cooler that looks more like a toy than a refrigerator. There is also no longer a microwave in the room. I think these basic amenities should be provided. Also football weekends command premium prices. However, some of the rates, the overall offering doesn't seem to justify the price. The surrounding area is somewhat tired and not particularly scenic. At some of the higher rates being charged, I think guests should reasonably expect a real mini refrigerator and microwave.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location! Clean room! Easy check-in.
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a lovely place to visit great check-in/Check-out experience.The staff was amazing and pleasant to meet and talk to as well as accommodating with any questions I had.The room was nice and furnished and was cold which was nice and the bed was comfortable to sleep in after a long day of driving.10/10 would recommend to anyone visiting Gainesville and would stay again when visiting.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great little place that’s in a nice area close to nightlife and restaurants. Staff was great and personalized our room. Will definitely stay again. Entire place has been newly renovated.
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8/10 Very good

Cute, newly renovated hotel, and a good central location.
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8/10 Very good

Pleasantly surprised they had a bar and music with fun bartenders
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10/10 Exceptional

Well kept, affordable location for visiting UF and downtown Gainesville.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, friendly staff! Great stay overall!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and accommodations.
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10/10 Exceptional

Super cute boutique, hotel, walking distance to UF campus. Morning, coffee amazing! The best coffee I had my entire visit in Gainesville. Extremely comfortable bed and quiet location, yet close to everything. I will stay here again.