This welcoming motel near the University of Florida combines connectivity with comfort, featuring attentive staff who go above and beyond to make stays pleasant
Travelers find Gainesville Lodge offers a comfortable base with practical amenities. In-room WiFi keeps everyone connected, and convenient parking eliminates travel hassles. Past guests appreciate the staff's genuine helpfulness throughout their stays.
Located in Gainesville, Gainesville Lodge is in the city centre and near the airport. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Thomas Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention and Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Stephen C. O'Connell Center or Westside Park Tennis Center. Visit our Gainesville travel guide
Located close to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Gainesville Lodge has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
Free self-parking
A vending machine and a TV in reception
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Gainesville Lodge feature perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other amenities include:
Showers, hairdryers and shampoo
50-inch TVs with cable channels
Mini fridges, on-request microwaves and coffee/tea makers
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Things to do
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Microwave on request
Mini-fridge
Conveniences
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
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 lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
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Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
50-inch TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Microwave on request
Mini-fridge
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Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
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
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from 4 December 2025 to 1 March 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from 29 January 2026 to 1 March 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
Exterior
Front desk
Hallway
Lobby
Parking area
During renovations, the motel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.
Access methods
Access code, staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Property is also known as
Gainesville Lodge
Gainesville Lodge Motel
Gainesville Lodge Gainesville
Gainesville Lodge Motel Gainesville
Frequently asked questions
Is Gainesville Lodge pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Gainesville Lodge?
As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gainesville Lodge on 1 Apr 2026 start from HK$680, 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.
How much is parking at Gainesville Lodge?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Gainesville Lodge?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Gainesville Lodge?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Gainesville Lodge located?
Located in the heart of Gainesville, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Hippodrome State Theatre and University of Florida. Matheson History Museum and Thomas Center are also within 15 minutes.
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Reviews
Gainesville Lodge Reviews
4.6
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The remote for tv did not work. The shower looked like it had black mold in it. The pool was unuseable. Thank god the ac worked. The toilet seat was lose from the toilet. On the plus side there was coffee but you had to walk to the office to get it.
Hotel was only supposed to be 63.00 and ended up being $77.00. It was old, bathroom looked filthy. I was scared to take a shower. Looked better on site.
Michelle
6/10 Okay
Tom, Fort Lauderdale FL
10 Feb 2015
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Convenient to UF campus and downtown area
Very helpful staff, good facilities recently renovated.
Tom
6/10 Okay
Hopper
1 Feb 2015
Liked: Staff & service
Just a simple cheap motel in the midst of downtown
I was staying here for a couple nights while moving out of my apt in Gainesville which is close by. If they renovate the property, get rid of all the nasty musty carpeting, some flat screen TVs and high-speed internet, they can raise the prices a lot. GNV in general does not have good hotels, so even less to be expected from a motel.
The internet was very slow and iffy, so I ended up going to the UF library.
Having stayed at the Hilton UF Conference center for a much higher rate and basically getting similar service in a far flung location, I can say this: save your money and stay at this cheap dingy motel in a much better location in downtown GNV. Spend the money you saved to go to a nice restaurant, drink at a bar close by and walk back to Gainesville lodge.