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Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near University of Florida

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Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands is conveniently near the University of Florida. Guests enjoy WiFi in each room, a seasonal pool, gym access, and practical touches like laundry and dry cleaning services. The friendly staff enhances the experience at this well-located property.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is AED 281
AED 337 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

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
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

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
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

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

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(133 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
4110 SW 40th Boulevard, Gainesville, FL, 32608

What's nearby

  • University of Florida - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Oaks Mall - 5 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Florida Museum of Natural History - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Shands at the University of Florida - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 9 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

Hotel near University of Florida
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a 24-hour business center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, a vending machine, and laundry services
  • Meeting rooms, a banquet hall, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 74 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free newspapers. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

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

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

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

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
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

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)

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from January to December

Property is also known as

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Sleep Inn University/Shands Gainesville
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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?

As of 4 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands on 3 December 2025 start from $91.69, 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.

Is Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

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

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands located?

Located in the heart of Gainesville, this hotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Regal Butler Town Center and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from University of Florida. Fred Bear Museum and Regal Celebration Pointe are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 595 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1007 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay! Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serhiy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, decent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff is super friendly and extremely accommodating! The rooms are spacious and it’s easy access to UF.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
100% recommended, they are very friendly and the hotel conditions are excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay Second time he here Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shambria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fairly clean. Nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cristian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was nice they had cereals. The rest made wasn't looking the best.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

brendon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hot breakfast. Really great front desk and service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Breakfast was great. Room was comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay. The bed was comfy. Had plenty of pillows too! Had all projects needed for a shower. Breakfast had a good selection to choose from. Pool was nice and cool on a hot day. Definitely will be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was AMAZING! EVERYBODY, the front desk to housekeeping to maintenance to the lady doing the morning breakfast, AWESOME. Definitely, better than the average free breakfast too....
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean & the staff was very friendly & helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olawale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didnt have the breakfast because I had to rush out in the mornings but i believed it would be nice. The members of staff were all professional and the room was comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

GANG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast. More choice than other inns.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

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

Great service & great room!

The staff was great and our check in was quick. They offered us cookies and popcorn when we arrived as well! The room was clean and spacious and the beds were comfortable. Check out was a breeze, as well. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

DeCheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at front desk very friendly. Room can use some updates like the carpet and chair. Very small pool.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel exceeded our expectations for a one-night stay. There were delicious freshly-baked cookies and popcorn available in the lobby. The breakfast was better than average, with several hot options and also many wrapped snacks like muffins and granola bars. Our room was spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andres

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

100% recommended

Good breakfast, excellent service, good price
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was extremely easy. Love the free hot breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Outdated but comfortable

Hotel decor is a bit outdated and run down, but it was comfortable, clean, and the employees were welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness
Smell in the room weird and leaking in the tub and dust in the bathroom duct
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025