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A large, two-story house with a porch, multiple windows, and a chimney.

A gazebo with a white exterior and a dark roof, surrounded by a brick pathway and lush greenery.

A cozy living room with a Christmas tree, a fireplace with stockings, and a view through a window.

A garden with a stone fountain, a gazebo, and a winding brick path.

1. Sweetwater Branch Inn

3.2 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Bianca

AED 524

AED 590 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden ceiling.

A staircase with dark wooden steps leading to a landing with a small table and chair.

A modern building with a unique facade featuring a grid of colorful panels.

A bathroom with a white vanity, a round mirror, and a black faucet.

2. Depot Village

2.7 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Leslie

AED 248

AED 526 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern building with a curved glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a grassy courtyard.

A modern indoor dining area with tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel reception desk with a wooden backdrop and a sign reading 'Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida.'

Outdoor seating with yellow umbrellas, white chairs, and tables, set against a modern building with reflective glass windows.

3. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

1.7 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Joseph

AED 575

AED 646 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.

A fire pit area surrounded by stone tiles, with a metal fence in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a window.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with chairs and ottomans, a large artwork, and a corridor leading to other rooms.

4. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

2.7 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Maricarmen

AED 306

AED 356 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern interior with a staircase, a seating area, and a colorful abstract wall design.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and a colorful abstract wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a round table featuring two drinks, a sofa, and a colorful wall art piece.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, a small table, and a fire pit.

5. Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

Downtown Gainesville, 2.6 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Misak

AED 360

AED 405 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An outdoor kitchen with a grill, a table, and chairs.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dishwasher, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a TV.

A modern dining area with yellow chairs, wooden tables, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

6. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

2.3 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Karri

AED 403

AED 453 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern outdoor lounge area with a fire feature, seating, and a view of a pool.

The exterior of the AC Hotel Gainesville with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance, large potted plants, and a well-lit facade.

A modern dining area with round tables and chairs, a coffee bar with various items, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, a glass table, and a bar area with various bottles.

7. AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown

College Park, 1.1 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Renata

AED 493

AED 554 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern hotel with a flat roof, multiple floors, and a prominent 'aloft' sign.

A modern outdoor seating area with multiple sofas and chairs, a covered section with umbrellas, and a view of a building with large windows.

A modern dining area with a pool table, chairs, and a colorful rug.

A modern lounge area with sofas, round tables, and a neon sign.

8. Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

3 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Esteban

AED 320

AED 360 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

An outdoor patio area with string lights, potted plants, and outdoor furniture.

A restaurant with a counter, seating area, and a TV screen.

A double bed with white bedding and multiple pillows, a wooden headboard, and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, round table, chairs, a bar area, and a staircase.

9. Gainesville Lodge

2.2 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Robert

AED 341

AED 383 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a sofa, a table, and a lamp.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large wall advertisement.

A snack and treat display area with refrigerated sections and shelves stocked with various snacks.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, a prominent signage for Hampton Inn & Suites, and a parking area with several cars.

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville Downtown University

Downtown Gainesville, 2.7 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Graziella

AED 343

AED 386 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

A spacious hotel lobby with a curved sofa, a patterned carpet, and a large window with sheer curtains.

A hotel lobby with a blue patterned carpet, black round tables with candles, beige sofas, and a curved seating area.

A bar area with multiple seating arrangements and a bar counter.

A large banquet hall with round tables, chairs, and floral centerpieces.

11. Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

2.6 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Yuleivy

AED 389

AED 437 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious living area with a curved ceiling, a large flat-screen TV, and a modern sofa.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and large window with curtains.

A rooftop pool with a clear view of surrounding buildings.

A modern interior with a seating area, large windows, and a stone wall with a menu.

12. Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG

University Heights, 1.3 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Tonya

AED 364

AED 409 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a painting of a beach scene.

A Days Inn by Wyndham hotel with a blue awning, large windows, and a parking lot.

A small office space with a desk, two chairs, a coffee machine, and a potted plant.

13. Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville Hospital/University Area

2.7 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

angie

AED 188

AED 212 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A modern waiting area with a large window, a flat-screen TV, and a blue sofa set.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom.

A hotel reception desk with a clock, a sign for 'Quality by Choice Hotels', and a 'Welcome' sign.

A hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, a clear sky, and a sign for the Quality Inn.

14. Quality Inn Gainesville near University

2.5 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Melissa

AED 265

AED 299 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A dining area with a round table, chairs, a chandelier, and a spiral staircase with a view to the outside.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a coffee machine, and a microwave.

A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and a shower area.

15. University Inn Gainesville

2.1 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Lonnie

AED 203

AED 228 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

A building with a covered entrance, potted plants, and a Coca-Cola vending machine.

A parking lot with a white car, trees with Spanish moss, and a green building.

A room with two blue chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and two abstract paintings on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a red bedspread and white pillows. There is a nightstand with a lamp and a phone between the beds. The room has a dark wall with a framed picture above the left bed.

16. Value Lodge

2.1 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

David

AED 257

AED 289 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A balcony with a table and chairs, a glass door, and a view of the sky.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

A modern building with a glass facade, surrounded by a well-maintained grassy area and trees.

A pool table with balls and a cue stick, a digital screen displaying game options, and a neon sign in the background.

17. The Reitz Union Hotel

0.5 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

AED 426

AED 480 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A two-story building with a flat roof, a front porch, and a driveway leading to the entrance.

A laundry room with two washing machines and a refrigerator.

A two-story building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance, and a small front yard with trees and mulch.

A residential area with a two-story building, a parking lot, and surrounding greenery.

18. Gorgeous Townhome UF Campus Adjacent Full Kitchen

Innovation District, 1.5 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

AED 840

AED 1,639 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A spacious lobby with a sectional sofa, a wooden cabinet, and a television mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, a large headboard, bedside lamps, and a view of the outdoors through sheer curtains.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a cityscape, a blue armchair, and a small table with a lamp.

19. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

4.8 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Michael

AED 386

AED 434 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

A modern bar area with a long counter, green bar stools, and a television displaying a golf game.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, pendant lighting, and a dining area with a sofa and chairs.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large TV.

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75

4.3 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Robert

AED 437

AED 492 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Stephen C. O'Connell Center

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Sweetwater Branch Inn	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Depot Village	9.6 Exceptional 176 reviews	View
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida	9.4 Exceptional 1,314 reviews	View
Comfort Suites Gainesville near University	9.2 Wonderful 1,543 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown	9.2 Wonderful 1,239 reviews	View

Top Stephen C. O'Connell Center Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville Hospital/University Area

10/10 Excellent

"Good location , easy checkin. Cold ac"

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

10/10 Excellent

"our room was clean and we really liked Peter in the restaurant. He took care of us and we had a nice dinner and drinks. We will be back!!"

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Excelent Hotel!"

Gainesville Lodge

8/10 Good

"Lovely place very cute coffee shop and bar only issue was sewer vapor smell coming up from the shower"

Family-Friendly Gainesville Home - Walk to UF - Pool + Sleeps 16

10/10 Excellent

"Great location for a multi-generational family visit to campus. The pool is great and the beds are comfortable. The kitchen had absolutely everything you need."

Cozy Gator Home w/ Workspace | Steps to Stadium

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient and spacious. Responsive host!!"

Amazing 3 Bedroom Across From UF

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing spot literally right across the street from the stadium so PERFECT for games! Rooms are spacious. Very comfortable spot"

Serenity Haven: 5 Min Walk to UF Campus!

10/10 Excellent

"Fabulous house. Everything we possibly could want was there. Meals with a big family were so much better than fighting the graduation crowds at restaurants. Walked to the ceremony too! Definitely would book again"

3 min walk to UF stadium, Tailgate, 10 guests

10/10 Excellent

"This house was great for large groups! You simply can't beat the location - a quick walk to the stadium and midtown. Our host was super accommodating and even was able to help us score some extra tickets to the football game! The only thing I would note is you do have to move your cars by Saturday morning if you're in town for a gameday, as the host sells parking in the backyard of the house. It wasn't really disruptive to us at all though! "

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A football stadium filled with spectators and cheerleaders.

Ben Hill Griffin Stadium

9.0/10 (1,220 reviews)

Catch an event at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium during your trip to Gainesville. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.

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An aerial view of a historic town with red-roofed buildings, a large stadium, and surrounding greenery.

University of Florida

9.4/10 (3,227 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area around University of Florida, a top college in Gainesville. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.

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Cultural Plaza

Learn about the local history of Gainesville when you spend time at Cultural Plaza. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Lake Alice

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Alice during your travels in Gainesville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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University of Florida Bat Houses

9.4/10 (12 reviews)

You can take time to visit University of Florida Bat Houses during your travels to Gainesville. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

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Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art

9.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Curtis M. Phillips Center

9.2/10 (18 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Curtis M. Phillips Center during your trip to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History during your trip to Gainesville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Stephen C. O'Connell Center?

Stephen C. O'Connell Center is located in Gainesville. Travelers love the area for its array of dining options, sporting events, and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 106 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Stephen C. O'Connell Center?

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Another good choice is AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown, located just 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Stephen C. O'Connell Center?

Expedia has 106 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Stephen C. O'Connell Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Stephen C. O'Connell Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Stephen C. O'Connell Center.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Stephen C. O'Connell Center?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Stephen C. O'Connell Center, click here.

What can I see and do near Stephen C. O'Connell Center?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Florida Museum of Natural History, Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art, or Matheson History Museum. Learn about local history at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Thomas Center. You can enjoy live performances at Curtis M. Phillips Center and Hippodrome State Theatre.

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Our top choices for Stephen C. O'Connell Center hotels

1. Sweetwater Branch Inn

2. Depot Village

3. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

4. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

5. Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

6. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

7. AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown

8. Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

9. Gainesville Lodge

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville Downtown University

11. Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

12. Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG

13. Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville Hospital/University Area

14. Quality Inn Gainesville near University

15. University Inn Gainesville

16. Value Lodge

17. The Reitz Union Hotel

18. Gorgeous Townhome UF Campus Adjacent Full Kitchen

19. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75

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Top Stephen C. O'Connell Center Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville Hospital/University Area

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

Gainesville Lodge

Family-Friendly Gainesville Home - Walk to UF - Pool + Sleeps 16

Cozy Gator Home w/ Workspace | Steps to Stadium

Amazing 3 Bedroom Across From UF

Serenity Haven: 5 Min Walk to UF Campus!

3 min walk to UF stadium, Tailgate, 10 guests

Other attractions near Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Ben Hill Griffin Stadium

University of Florida

Cultural Plaza

Lake Alice

University of Florida Bat Houses

Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art

Curtis M. Phillips Center

Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

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