Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

2.5 star property
Hotel near University of Florida in Gainesville

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(64 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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

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About the neighborhood

Gainesville

Heart of Gainesville.You'll find University of Florida and Regal Butler Town Center within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Fred Bear Museum and Regal Celebration Pointe are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Fred Bear Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Regal Butler Town Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Regal Celebration Pointe - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • University of Florida - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Celebration Pointe Dog Park - 7 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

Hotel near University of Florida in Gainesville
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour business center and meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is served. A terrace, a vending machine, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands. Self parking is free.

This Gainesville hotel is smoke free.

  • 74 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands offers 74 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
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, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in January and close in December.
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands to the airport?

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands is 11 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 Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?

As of Mar 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands on Apr 7, 2026 start from $96, 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 Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands.

Does Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands offer free breakfast?

Yes, Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?

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

Is there free parking at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands have a pool?

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands features an outdoor pool.

Does Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands to downtown Gainesville?

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands is 4.3 mi away from Gainesville.

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 684 out of 1154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 1154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1154 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

GREG, GAINESVILLE

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

CHARLES, TALLAHASSEE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice room, courteus and helpful staff,, and close and adequate parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

MAXIMO

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the installations were outstanding and the members of the staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wendi

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

8/10 Good

Joel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Appreciated blackout curtains. Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good; breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jay

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom not so clean. Old toilet and shower. Water in toilet ran long time. Bed comfy. Nice large room. Breakfast was great. Luggage carts and elevator was very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kani

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Raina

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff we interacted with was great! This hotel has popcorn and tea which is great. There were 2 things that I still feel traumatized from. Our shower curtain had what looked to be BIG bloody dried snot rockets, and of course the shower curtain chings to you while using it. The washclothes appeared to be clean from the outside but after washing my face realized that the inside of the wash cloth had what appeared to be the same either face or butt bio matter. Brown bloody and flaky. I'm not sure if the person prior blew their nose in the wash cloth or wiped and put it back. That same morning there was hair in the scrambled eggs at breakfast. I understand things happen and it seemed like a lot for the brief trip to sleep and continue on our travels. I wouldn't say this is a bad hotel, I'm saying check everything first. The staff was great when we did interact and can't imagine them not correcting these things. For sake of time and wanting to have a good trip, I didn't raise the issue while there.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe parking
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Koel

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Too long of a story, but in a nutshell, they up-charged me after I had already checked out when they were going to match the rate from expedia.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and safe
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
If you are reading this, you are a person who is open to considering hotels at the level of Sleep Inn and similiar brands. But you know that in this category of hotels, some are good and some not. This specific Sleep Inn is in the GOOD category. Clean room, comfortable beds, Samsung tv, great water pressure, lots of bathroom counter space, easy parking/access, etc. The breakfast is what you might expect with some eggs, meat, lots of bread, waffle-maker, yogurt, cheese. We will stay again if traveling through UF.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Kim

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

AMADO

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Steve, ALBANY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel and rooms were in good condition, the staff was friendly and accommodating. We did have to switch rooms, due to an issue with the bed. The staff graciously moved us.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheryl L

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was right off I-75 and parking was easy. The property was clean and comfortable. The staff was friendly and courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Comfortable bed. Very good bathroom facilities, but shampoo dispenser in shower was empty. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mimaude

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mildred

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Rick

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025