Gator Town Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel near University of Florida in Gainesville

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Bathroom sink
Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Television
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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3820 SW 13th Street, Gainesville, FL, 32608
  • Place, Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Sweetwater Wetlands Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Bivens Arm Nature Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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

  • Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sweetwater Wetlands Park - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Bivens Arm Nature Park - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • University of Florida - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 10 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪IHOP - ‬3 min walk

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. Premium cable television is provided. 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. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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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
  • Phone

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from June 27 2026 to August 7 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool

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 fire extinguisher and 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 fire extinguisher and 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 7.7 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 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gator Town Inn on Aug 3, 2026 start from $65, including 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. The pool will be unavailable from June 27 2026 to August 7 2026 (dates subject to change).

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. 285 out of 929 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 326 out of 929 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 186 out of 929 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 77 out of 929 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 929 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely helpful and friendly! Very clean. Will be staying there again if we go back to Gainesville.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable updated property. Convenient to get to Cainesville center.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the beds were comfortable. For the quality price, I would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Corbett

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great price...cute little place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kaylynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice recently updated rooms, no breakfast and the pool was closed, but other than that, no complaints. Room was clean, neighbors were quiet, staff was kind
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Myra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I stay here when I make quick trips to UF. It’s cheap, clean, the people who work there are nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

juan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean a quiet place
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice motel! Our room was attended to daily and supplies refreshed.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was cute. Room was large. Furniture could use some updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cant beat it for the price point. Ive paid more and stayed in less for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Jeffrey

clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good reasonable hotel for the stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Jeeyoung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and well-equipped with everything I needed—refrigerator, TV, microwave, electric kettle, hair dryer, air conditioner, and more. When I first entered, it felt a bit humid—probably because the AC had been turned off—but it improved once I turned the air conditioner on. It's a quiet location, just a 10-minute drive from UF. If you're visiting the UF campus or UF hospital, this is an excellent spot. The property offers a great combination of location and price. I plan to stay here again on my next visit.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff, clean room. Overall the hotel was very quiet and close to our weekend activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Lou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, room very clean but amneties outdated
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location for where I needed to be also near Paynes Prairie, Trader Joes and Swamp Head Brewery. Coffee machine but no shampoo/conditioner. Excellent price - very affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Drew

Liked: Cleanliness
Can’t beat it for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Staff & service
A lower end, budget motel maybe equivalent to Motel 6 to Extended Stay. The room was smaller than most motels. I would rate it 5 on a 10 scale. Probably won't visit this again as there are others that are better.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It is a smoker’s inn. Even non-smoking rooms smell like a heavy smoker stayed there right before. The in. Itself is good for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Wallace

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
HVAC worked very well. Pool was not open, even to just sit in the chairs around the water! The picnic area was ok but the surrounding space looked like a big mess with potted plants (maybe it’s now going to be a plants store too!)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for the great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Talia

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for a football game it wasn’t too far from campus it was good for sleeping for those nights and the rooms were good, bathroom was a little dirty but honestly for the price we paid and the weekend it was I didn’t mind
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

PETER

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was recently renovated and my room was spotlessly clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Keith

Disliked: Amenities
Little quicker check-in. More in terms of towels and bathroom stuff -- body wash, etc. Towels were a little old.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026