Gator Town Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel near University of Florida in Gainesville

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Welcome to our hotel lobby, featuring a high ceiling, ceiling fan, and chandelier.
Compact bathroom with granite countertop sink, large mirror, and towel rack.
Experience the classic charm of Gator Town Hotel, featuring a gable roof and symmetrical facade.
Stunning hallway with high ceilings, chandelier, and large windows.
Relax in comfort with a large bed, nightstand, and small table with chair.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
3820 SW 13th Street, Gainesville, FL, 32608
  • University of Florida
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Shands at the University of Florida
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 Full Bed and 1 Twin Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Gainesville

Close to airport.Your stay at this Gainesville hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park and Meridian Acute Care. University of Florida and Sweetwater Wetlands Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Florida - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Shands at the University of Florida - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Florida Museum of Natural History - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Oaks Mall - 11 min drive - 8.2 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪First Magnitude Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Opus Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Gator Town Inn

Hotel near University of Florida in Gainesville
As a guest of Gator Town Inn, you'll find an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.
  • 1 building
  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2011
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
Gator Town Inn offers 40 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Premium cable television is provided. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 41-inch TV with premium cable channels

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges USD 3.52 for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 50 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 3.52

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Gator Town Inn Gainesville
Gator Town Gainesville
Gator Town Inn Hotel
Gator Town Inn Gainesville
Gator Town Inn Hotel Gainesville

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gator Town Inn to the airport?

Gator Town Inn is 7.5 mi (20-min drive) away from the Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gator Town Inn?

As of Jul 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gator Town Inn on Jul 20, 2025 start from $75.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Gator Town Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gator Town Inn.

Does Gator Town Inn offer free breakfast?

Gator Town Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gator Town Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Gator Town Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Gator Town Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Gator Town Inn have a pool?

Gator Town Inn features an outdoor pool.

Does Gator Town Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Gator Town Inn to downtown Gainesville?

Gator Town Inn is 2.6 mi away from Gainesville.

Gator Town Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 209 out of 776 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 287 out of 776 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 166 out of 776 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 776 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 776 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lianne, NEW SMYRNA BEACH

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JoAnna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, and quiet. Great affordable spot to sleep for attending a competition at the Alchua Sports Complex (10 min drive away). Handful of fast food restaurants and IHOP nearby. This is not a “high-dollar hotel” but is a good, no frills, place to lay your head. The staff was professional/friendly, room was clean and not in disrepair though it is an older facility. I the hotel was pretty full but they honored our request for
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything Wes good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Nickalos

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jamie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Catherine

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunk of smoke
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to rest our head for a long drive.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Good, but a little run down.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Julia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Price was right for overnight stay!

Convenient location. Comfortable bed and room was clean. Walkways worn and need upgrading. Bathroom was upgraded and if bathroom door was replaced it would have been better. Man at desk at checkin could have been more friendly. iHOP very close across the street!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stacy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

ROBERTSON

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice and clean, especially for one night stay. The front desk JQ had superb customer service. Beware the bed might sway and creak but if you can get passed that you will enjoy the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good stay

Stayed one night for the Gatornationals. You could tell it had a little age on the place but seemed to be updated and well kept. Had a Security guard at night watching vehicles. Id stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yenny

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jong

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a non-smoking room, but there were already various stinking smells in the room, and we couldn't sleep because the people in the next room were noisy about whether they were drunk by 4 a.m.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NA
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I enjoy the nice clean room! Peaceful outside and soft beds
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Debrisha

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smaller motel but easy access to UF, downtown, airport, and interstate. Modest room with smallish but clean bathroom. My room was a king bed with fridge and microwave. Very reasonable and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property was unique in that you could check in at any time you wanted. There wasn’t a rule about not being able to check in until 3-4pm like at most hotels. The room was very nice and spacious. The hotel was close to everything I needed. It was a pleasant experience and I’d stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Diane

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020