Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG is a 3-star property located in the heart of Gainesville, Florida, within a 4-minute walk of the University of Florida campus and 13 minutes on foot from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. The hotel sits just 0.8 miles from Shands at the University of Florida and 1.1 miles from the Hippodrome State Theatre, making it an ideal base for visitors to the university and surrounding attractions. Gainesville Regional Airport is only 5 miles away, with complimentary airport shuttle service provided to all guests.

The property offers 167 air-conditioned rooms equipped with flat-screen televisions, microwaves, and complimentary wireless internet. Each room includes a desk, coffee and tea maker, and a bathroom with shower and hair dryer. Free local calls are available from in-room phones, and cable programming provides entertainment options. Guest comfort ratings reflect the straightforward accommodations typical of this hotel category.

Dining at the property includes Piesanos Pints and Pies, which serves Italian cuisine and operates a bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee; children 12 and younger eat free. Room service is available during limited hours. Recreation and wellness amenities feature an outdoor pool, 24-hour fitness center, and table tennis. The hotel also provides meeting space including a ballroom and four meeting rooms totaling 4,176 square feet, along with wedding services and a business center.

Check-in is anytime after 3:00 PM, and check-out is 11:00 AM. The property welcomes dogs and cats for a $50 per pet, per night fee, with a maximum stay charge of $150. Parking is available nearby, and the hotel is smoke-free with wheelchair accessibility throughout.

?? Convenient Access to Gainesville Regional Airport The Holiday Inn Gainesville – University Center is the closest hotel to Gainesville Regional Airport, located just 5 miles away. The airport is served by American and Delta Airlines, providing easy travel options. For your convenience, we offer a complimentary airport shuttle service for all our guests, with pickups and drop-offs to ensure a smooth and stress-free arrival and departure.

Yes! There is an airport shuttle.

🚗 Hassle-Free, Complimentary Parking Enjoy the convenience of free on-site parking when you stay at the Holiday Inn Gainesville – University Center. No need to worry about meters or garages—our spacious lot gives guests easy access to the hotel, making check-in and daily travel simple and stress-free.

• 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
• This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
• This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
• Cashless transactions are available
• Long-term renters welcome
• Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
• This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
• Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

• This property offers transfers from the airport. To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests. Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Contactless check-out is available

Pets are welcome.

• ?? Pet Policy We welcome your furry friends! A $50 per pet, per night fee applies, with a maximum charge of $150 per stay. Please let us know in advance if you’re bringing a pet so we can prepare for your arrival.

• Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $7.95 to 13.95 per person Pet fee: $50 per pet, per night (maximum $100 per stay) Service animals are exempt from fees Crib (infant bed) fee: $10 per night Rollaway bed fee: $10 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

• Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
• Reservations are required for golf tee times. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
• Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
• The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
• A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
• Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
• Contactless check-out is available.
• This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).