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Gainesville Lodge

2.0 star property
Motel near University of Florida in Gainesville

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City view from property
Exterior
Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Interior entrance
Property entrance

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
413 West University Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32601
  • University of Florida
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Shands at the University of Florida
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Room, 1 Bedroom, Roll-in Shower | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Basic Room, 1 Bedroom, Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds

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

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Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(30 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Gainesville

Heart of Gainesville.Within a 15-minute walk of the motel, you'll find University of Florida and Hippodrome State Theatre. Matheson Historical Center and Matheson Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Thomas Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of Florida - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Shands at the University of Florida - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Florida Museum of Natural History - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Top - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪White Buffalo - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪High Dive - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Loosey's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Flaco's Cuban Bakery & Coffee - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Gainesville Lodge

Motel near University of Florida in Gainesville
Gainesville Lodge offers its guests a vending machine and a television in a common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Gainesville motel.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Gainesville Lodge offers 38 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Televisions come with cable channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Microwaves and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Hindi

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Jul 27 - Jul 28
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge

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 and van parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
Guests will receive an access code
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Gainesville Lodge
Gainesville Lodge Motel
Gainesville Lodge Gainesville
Gainesville Lodge Motel Gainesville

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gainesville Lodge to the airport?

Gainesville Lodge is 5.2 mi (10-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 Gainesville Lodge?

As of Jul 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gainesville Lodge on Jul 26, 2025 start from $66.0, 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 Gainesville Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gainesville Lodge.

Does Gainesville Lodge offer free breakfast?

Gainesville Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gainesville Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Gainesville Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gainesville Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Gainesville Lodge have a pool?

Gainesville Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Gainesville Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Gainesville Lodge to downtown Gainesville?

Gainesville Lodge is 0.2 mi away from Gainesville.

Gainesville Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 530 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 176 out of 530 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 530 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 530 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 530 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My experience was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

William

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

Overall good place to spend a night

It was a simple stay, if something short term, this is perfect place to relax and spent a night!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ken

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brian

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was LOUD AND NOISY. The desk manager was a prick....I couldnt sleep at all and it was 84 bucks down the drain....he wouldnt give me a room where it was quiet, the adjacent room had a boom box and subwoofer and the desk manager did nothing. DONT WASTE YOUR MONEY WITH THIS MOTEL
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jo Ann

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Takesha

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

6/10 Okay

Roma

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

keith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

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

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and close to campus.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

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

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Traveled with group
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ira

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

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The service was great, the room was great for the price, Clean comfortable The area was noisy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Gary

Traveled with family
Property was a bit of a let down, but not horrible for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tara

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gross. Filthy. Smelled putrid. I took pics but can't seem to download them here.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

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

4/10 Poor

Eugene

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a dump, whoever gave it a good rating should be fired
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and clean rooms. Excellent value for this price point. I would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Dale

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
It was nice enough and close to the stadium so walking to the game was ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
worn out
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025