HOLIDAY INN GAINESVILLE-UNIVERSITY CENTER BY IHG, Gainesville

Holiday Inn Gainesville-University Center By Ihg - Modern hotel with rooftop pool across from University of Florida

Located in the heart of Gainesville, this 5-story hotel is directly across from the University of Florida and 10 km from Gainesville Regional Airport. The property features 167 non-smoking guest rooms with interior corridors, a rooftop pool with sun deck, and 4,000 square feet of event space. On-site dining options include Piesanos Pints and Pies offering Italian cuisine and a full service bar with 40 craft beers on tap, plus a Breakfast Cafe serving daily morning meals. Guests have access to a 24-hour fitness center, complimentary parking, and a local area shuttle service. The hotel's central location places visitors within walking distance of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium (The Swamp) and minutes from UF attractions including the Harn Museum of Art, Florida Natural History Museum, and Butterfly Rainforest.

Additional perks of the hotel

Complimentary shuttle service to local destinations

Kids under 18 stay free when sharing parents' room

Up to 2 kids under 11 eat free per adult ordering from main menu

Pet-friendly accommodations with $50 deposit per stay

Business services including shipping and printing

Comprehensive meeting facilities for events up to 225 guests

Table decor including votive candles, decorative lanterns, and mirror centerpieces

Comfortable Rooms

All 167 guest rooms feature plush comfortable beds, large work desks, and views of the pool or University of Florida. Standard room amenities include free high-speed wireless internet, Keurig coffee makers, in-room refrigerators, and microwaves. Accessible rooms are available on all floors near elevators, offering features such as grab bars, tall toilets, adequate turning space in bathrooms, and showers with built-in transfer seats. Connecting rooms are available for families and groups.

Other conveniences

Flat-screen TVs with cable channels

Complimentary coffee and tea supplies

Complimentary bottled water

Iron and ironing board

Air conditioning and heating

Smoke detectors

Cribs available (fee applies)

Rollaway beds available (fee may apply)