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Aloft Gainesville University Area

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near University of Florida

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Exterior
Lounge
Bar (on property)
Daily full breakfast (USD 8.50 per person)
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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3743 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL, 32607
  • Place, University of Florida
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Florida Museum of Natural History
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Curtis M. Phillips Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Gainesville

In Gainesville .You'll find University of Florida and Florida Museum of Natural History within a 15-minute walk of this Gainesville hotel. Shands at the University of Florida and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Florida - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Florida Museum of Natural History - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Curtis M. Phillips Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of Florida Bat Houses - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gumby's Pizza - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ford's Garage Gainesville - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Aloft Gainesville University Area

3-star hotel near University of Florida
Aloft Gainesville University Area offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and 3 meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 1400 square feet (130 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Aloft Gainesville University Area also features a terrace, laundry facilities, and a convenience store. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Gainesville hotel is smoke free.

  • 146 guestrooms or units
  • 1400 sq ft of conference space
  • 130 sq m of conference space
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Aloft Gainesville University Area offers 146 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Gainesville hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • 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
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; USD 8.50 for adults and USD 8.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 8.50 for adults and USD 8.50 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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, Diners Club, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Aloft Gainesville University Area Hotel
Aloft University Area Hotel
Aloft University Area
Aloft Gainesville University Area Hotel
Aloft Gainesville University Area Gainesville
Aloft Gainesville University Area a Marriott Hotel
Aloft Gainesville University Area Hotel Gainesville

Frequently asked questions

How close is Aloft Gainesville University Area to the airport?

Aloft Gainesville University Area is 9.2 mi (26-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 Aloft Gainesville University Area?

As of Feb 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aloft Gainesville University Area on Mar 15, 2026 start from 95.92, 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 Aloft Gainesville University Area have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Aloft Gainesville University Area.

Does Aloft Gainesville University Area offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Aloft Gainesville University Area, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 8.50 for adults and USD 8.50 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Aloft Gainesville University Area?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Aloft Gainesville University Area?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Aloft Gainesville University Area?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Aloft Gainesville University Area have a pool?

Aloft Gainesville University Area features an outdoor pool.

Does Aloft Gainesville University Area have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Aloft Gainesville University Area to downtown Gainesville?

Aloft Gainesville University Area is 3.4 mi away from Gainesville.

Aloft Gainesville University Area Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 644 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy, Flagler Beach

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jaci

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deby

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is backed right up to the college. Very quiet and safe location. Breakfast is not included, but available for additional charge. Staff very courteous, helpful and professional. Rooms are updated and very clean. Plenty of parking. Handicap parking is also plentiful. Many restaurants are about a 10 minute walk.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey Page

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Cathy

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The front desk staff was diligent, friendly, and professional. I wish that extended to other areas of the hotel, but it did not. 1. Room was clean except for crumpled tissue on the floor and rings on the end table. Kind of disgusting, but because I was there for one night and arrived exhausted, I didn't call because I had work to do and didn't want them to send up housekeeping or move my room. 2. Bar was not too busy, but when I went down for a glass of wine, the bartender didn't acknowledge me for several minutes. I don't need immediate service, but it felt like he was going out of his way to make eye contact. A simple, "be right with you" would have gone a long way. I also watched him dip the shaker in ice, which is also kind of gross. 3. This is nothing the staff can fix, but the walls and ceilings are not anywhere close to soundproof. I heard everything above me and next to me — including someone else's early morning phone alarm. I've stayed at Aloft before and typically they're more than adequate. Unfortunately, this one was acceptable but not much else. Definitely not worth the $250 for the evening. I realize it was Tom Petty weekend but if you can't manage to clean a room and you know your hotel isn't going to offer people a good night's sleep because the walls are thin, maybe adjust the prices?
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristin

Business traveler, Traveled with pets
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was not clean when I arrived. The shower had mold and grime.The tile floor hadn't been cleaned for awhile. You could see build up in the corners of thw room.Certain areas also need repair.
White stuff caked on the wall.
Build up in corner
Walls splitting
Mold
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

William, Vero Beach

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Very convenient location for me when I'm in Gainesville.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The water pressure in the shower was very poor that needs to be addressed
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
excellent - pet friendly - lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Fabio

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

estevan

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

10/10 Excellent

Perry

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

10/10 Excellent

Heather, Thonotosassa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean nice room, full bar in lobby, locking hallways
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jawanza

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julietta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like everything
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yisell

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

jakob

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Room Service Robbed us 200 dollars cash during stay. Hate to bring something like this up because the staff was otherwise great. Front desk was always great, even Room Service Management handled this well when I brought it up. But I can’t say much else when our stay was marred by being robbed. If you stay here, make sure you put DND on door and don’t trust Room Service.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025