Gator Town Inn

Travelers find a peaceful retreat with garden views at this University of Florida hotel where the outdoor pool and relaxed setting keep guests coming back

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Dates

January 2026

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February 2026

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Gator Town Inn offers a tranquil escape near the University of Florida. Guests can stroll through the gardens, swim in the outdoor pool, or use the gym. The hotel provides free WiFi in all rooms, and staff are available 24/7 at the front desk to assist with any needs.

Good

Popular amenities

Pool
Parking included
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Housekeeping
24/7 front desk

HK$570 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Jan - 19 Jan

Room options

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Tonight

Jan 16 - Jan 17

Tomorrow

Jan 17 - Jan 18

All rooms

2 beds

1 bed

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 1
1 Double Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Hairdryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 1
1 Double Bed

About the area

Located in Gainesville, Gator Town Inn is near the airport. Regal Butler Town Center and Regal Celebration Pointe are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park and University of Florida Bat Houses. Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention and Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting.

Visit our Gainesville travel guide

3820 SW 13th Street, Gainesville, FL, 32608

What's nearby

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Meridian Acute Care - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Bivens Arm Nature Park - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Shands at the University of Florida - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
University of Florida - 4 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

‪Circle K - ‬7 min walk
‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬3 min drive
‪IHOP - ‬3 min walk
‪Arby's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Gator Town Inn

Hotel near University of Florida

Near Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Gator Town Inn provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Other perks at this hotel include:

An outdoor pool
Free self-parking
A 24-hour front desk, a vending machine and barbecues

Room features

All guest rooms at Gator Town Inn have comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as

More conveniences in all rooms include:

Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
41-inch TVs with premium channels
Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Similar properties

Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning

HK$575 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jan - 29 Jan

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

Outdoor pool

Family friendly

In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Outdoor pool

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Vending machine

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Picnic area

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 lift
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

1 building
2 floors
Built in 2011
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Partially-open bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

41-inch TV with premium cable channels

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Breakage deposit: USD 50 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 3.52

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Howard Johnson Express Inn Gainesville FL

Howard Johnson Express Gainesville FL

Gator Town Inn Gainesville

Gator Town Gainesville

Gator Town

Gator Town Inn Hotel

Gator Town Inn Gainesville

Gator Town Inn Hotel Gainesville

Frequently asked questions

Does Gator Town Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Gator Town Inn?

As of 16 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gator Town Inn on 18 Jan 2026 start from HK$506.82, 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.

Is Gator Town Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Gator Town Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gator Town Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Gator Town Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Gator Town Inn located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from University of Florida. Meridian Acute Care and Sweetwater Wetlands Park are also within 15 minutes.

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Gator Town Inn Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Talia

1 Dec 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

7 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

clean room

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timia

23 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

AC was great. Bed was comfy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrace

13 Nov 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very clean and nice

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

26 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very clean room. In town for the Fest and this was a great location to Lyft/Uber to and from event.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shardul

19 Jun 2025

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

Comfortable stay, clean and up to date.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donnie

27 Apr 2025

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

Friendly staff and clean room.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

frances

29 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It was not a bad hotel, at least it was clean.It just had a funny musty smell, but it was clean.So that made me happy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Shakila

9 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Nice clean place.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lisbeth

22 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

It was convenient and safe

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Hipolito

13 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Convenient and clean

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Wayne

5 Sept 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Property is updated but still a bit worn. Easy fixes - the ratty chair at the table - should be addressed. Safe, clean, inexpensive spot.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

30 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

I booked a large king bed but got two full size but all good. Did not matter lol it was super quiet but easy to locate and get to

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Laurie

29 Dec 2025

Disliked: Amenities

We arrived just before midnight and felt safe checking in using the outside window. The room was clean, but definitely at the cheaper end of the spectrum of hotel rooms. This is normally fine but, we did not sleep at all due to the paper thin walls and the loud couple next door. Their tv was loud all night and they literally had sex all night, went at it about every 30 min, and smoked a joint after each "event". And we were on the non smoking side of the building. Finally left at 6 am after maybe a total 2 hours of sleep. And, yes, they had just "finished" again. We realized this couple were likely on other drugs too. The manager was sympathetic but his manerism implied that this type of patron was not uncommon.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

ROBERTSON

14 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It was very nice and clean, especially for one night stay. The front desk JQ had superb customer service. Beware the bed might sway and creak but if you can get passed that you will enjoy the stay.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Brian

6 Jul 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quick but stinky

Quick and easy check in, but the room was dirty on the floor and bathroom and smelled strongly of cigarette smoking.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Camille

8 Oct 2025

Clean budget hotel

I booked this very budget hotel as a stopover on a longer road trip knowing I didnt want to spend a lot of money. The main issue I had with the property was that the room was not kept air conditioned until I checked in, so that upon entering it was very hot and musty smelling. I asked to change rooms, but got the idea that this was just standard practice. Luckily, by the time I got back from grabbing something to eat, the room was cooled down and the desk clerk had sprayed some kind of freshener. Other than this, the room was clean, the linens a bit sparse, but serviceable.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

15 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Clean, nicely updated

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

4 May 2025

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

Not bad

Decent little place. We just needed a quick one night stay place. Booked for the cheap price, wasnt expecting much. Lobby isnt great but rooms werent bad at all. Clean, comfortable, nothing fancy. If you need fancy not your place. Great for a quick stay and decent price.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

21 Apr 2025

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

Quiet, Comfortable and Clean

Room was very clean and updated, very quiet evening no issues. Bed was Comfortable. They do not offer Breakfast however there is an IHOP across the street. If you are someone who needs Coffee in the morning the Keurig in Room was perfect, the coffee Pods were actually pretty good coffee.. Would stay again..

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JoAnna

13 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Clean, and quiet. Great affordable spot to sleep for attending a competition at the Alchua Sports Complex (10 min drive away). Handful of fast food restaurants and IHOP nearby. This is not a “high-dollar hotel” but is a good, no frills, place to lay your head. The staff was professional/friendly, room was clean and not in disrepair though it is an older facility. I the hotel was pretty full but they honored our request for

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

16 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Price was right for overnight stay!

Convenient location. Comfortable bed and room was clean. Walkways worn and need upgrading. Bathroom was upgraded and if bathroom door was replaced it would have been better. Man at desk at checkin could have been more friendly. iHOP very close across the street!

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

6 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

We required a prompt accommodation option, and the property was available. While the rooms showed signs of needing some updates, the overall cleanliness was satisfactory. The bed was somewhat firm, and the pillows were rather unyielding and could benefit from replacement. The staff, however, was exceptionally friendly and accommodating. It is worth noting that breakfast was not included in our stay, and the room rate was slightly higher than our preference. Nevertheless, overall, it was a pleasant experience.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025