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A bathroom with a wooden vanity, white sink, and toilet.

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

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

A grand staircase with ornate carpet, a cozy sitting area with a sofa and chairs, and a large window with a view.

1. Sweetwater Branch Inn

2.7 km from Shands at the University of Florida

Jose

AED 490

AED 551 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

A modern bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

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

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

2. Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

Downtown Gainesville, 2.2 km from Shands at the University of Florida

Claire

AED 382

AED 430 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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

A modern hotel lobby with a long dining table, multiple seating areas, and a large window with curtains.

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

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

3. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

1.4 km from Shands at the University of Florida

Samantha

AED 303

AED 352 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

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 compact hotel room with a television, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

4. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

0.4 km from Shands at the University of Florida

Diane

AED 559

AED 629 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A porch with two Adirondack chairs, a wooden door, and a sign reading "Downtown Studio Depot Village".

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

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

5. Depot Village

2.1 km from Shands at the University of Florida

Leslie

AED 248

AED 526 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

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

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.

6. AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown

College Park, 1.5 km from Shands at the University of Florida

Luis

AED 621

AED 698 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

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.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a dining table, and a small office area.

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

0.9 km from Shands at the University of Florida

Karri

AED 403

AED 453 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern bar area with a counter, stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

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.

8. Gainesville Lodge

1.9 km from Shands at the University of Florida

sabrina

AED 341

AED 383 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

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

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

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including tables and booths, a coffee station, and a reception desk.

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville Downtown University

Downtown Gainesville, 2.3 km from Shands at the University of Florida

Graziella

AED 343

AED 386 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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

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

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

10. Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

3 km from Shands at the University of Florida

Nandini

AED 389

AED 437 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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

A modern kitchen with a curved island, pendant lighting, and a map of Gainesville on the wall.

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

11. Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG

University Heights, 1.5 km from Shands at the University of Florida

Joseph

AED 393

AED 442 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a painting of a sunset over the ocean, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

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

A reception area with a desk, two chairs, framed pictures, and a sign for Days Inn.

A corridor with windows, a railing, and a view of greenery and buildings.

12. Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville Hospital/University Area

1.4 km from Shands at the University of Florida

angie

AED 202

AED 228 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a chandelier, a ceiling fan, a reception desk, and a wall-mounted information board.

A spacious hallway with wooden flooring, a chandelier, and large windows offering views of the outside.

A motel with a large sign reading "Gator Town" and a parking lot in front.

A bathroom with a granite countertop, a white sink, a mirror, a towel rack, a wooden hanger, and a towel hanging on the rack.

13. Gator Town Inn

2.5 km from Shands at the University of Florida

Katherine

AED 220

AED 247 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a picture on the wall.

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

A modern interior with a dining area, kitchen, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a fence, and a small building with a door and a window.

14. Quality Inn Gainesville near University

1.2 km from Shands at the University of Florida

Melissa

AED 265

AED 299 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

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

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

15. University Inn Gainesville

0.7 km from Shands at the University of Florida

Lonnie

AED 198

AED 223 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

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.

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.

16. Value Lodge

0.8 km from Shands at the University of Florida

Rosa Helena

AED 202

AED 227 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hotel room with a blue sofa, two armchairs, a wooden coffee table, a desk with a telephone, and a large window with curtains.

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

A hotel room with a blue sofa, two armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and two bedside tables with lamps.

A compact kitchenette with a sink, a small refrigerator, and a countertop.

17. The Reitz Union Hotel

0.9 km from Shands at the University of Florida

AED 566

AED 637 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

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

A multi-story building with a parking lot, several cars, and a sign.

A laundry room with two washing machines and a refrigerator.

18. Gorgeous Townhome UF Campus Adjacent Full Kitchen

Innovation District, 1.5 km from Shands at the University of Florida

AED 408

AED 1,153 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A two-story building with a flat roof, a front entrance, and a small porch.

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

19. Gorgeous Townhome UF Campus Adjacent Full Kitchen

Innovation District, 1.5 km from Shands at the University of Florida

AED 430

AED 1,215 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 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 lobby with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, orange upholstered seating, and a lamp.

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

20. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

4.7 km from Shands at the University of Florida

Adam

AED 386

AED 434 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Shands at the University of Florida

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Sweetwater Branch Inn	9.8 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown	9.2 Wonderful 1,231 reviews	View
Comfort Suites Gainesville near University	9.0 Wonderful 1,532 reviews	View
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida	9.4 Exceptional 1,316 reviews	View
Depot Village	9.6 Exceptional 173 reviews	View

Top Shands at the University of Florida Hotel Reviews

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was good"

Gainesville Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great place and an easy walk to campus- will definitely stay again!"

Quality Inn Gainesville near University

10/10 Excellent

"N/A"

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

10/10 Excellent

"Good services"

Cute Condo Close to Campus - Walk to Shands/Pool!

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and comfortable stay while visiting UF. Perfect location close to campus, shops, and main roads. Prompt and courteous communication with host made check in and check out easy and stress free. Would stay again and would definitely recommend!"

Summit House Condo #2 - Next to UF & Hospitals

10/10 Excellent

"I really can't say enough positive things about this VRBO experience. I have used the service quite a bit, and this one stood out for the fantastic communication, the value, cleanliness and comfort of the property and overall experience. The manager sent a good map to help in navigation, as the complex is laid our a little quirkily. Super helpful. The clear and concise instruction for check in and out was great. It was very comfortable and clean. If you need to be in Gainesville, near campus or the hospital, this would be a great property for you. Only other tips I'd pass along - Uber drivers mostly found it OK. My Instacart and other food deliveries had no trouble dropping off my orders. Next time, I will probably just rent a car though."

Walk to Shands - 2nd Floor Condo

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect for anyone wanting to be near Shands hospital. Convenient to downtown Gainesville"

Stylish 1BR Getaway Near UF & Dining

10/10 Excellent

"Exactly what I was looking for, clean place to sleep while I visited my son. "

Cute Condo near UF, Shands Hospital and Downtown!

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean! The location is ideal for the campus. It had everything that we needed"

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shands at the University of Florida?

Shands at the University of Florida is located in a welcoming area of Gainesville known for its beautiful lakeside setting and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 92 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Shands at the University of Florida?

Adjacent to Shands at the University of Florida, Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness center. Other good choices within a short distance include Comfort Suites Gainesville near University and Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center.

How many hotels will I find close to Shands at the University of Florida?

Expedia has 92 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Shands at the University of Florida.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Shands at the University of Florida, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Shands at the University of Florida.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Shands at the University of Florida?

For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Shands at the University of Florida, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Shands at the University of Florida?

Florida Museum of Natural History, Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art, and Matheson History Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. 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 Shands at the University of Florida hotels

1. Sweetwater Branch Inn

2. Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

3. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

4. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

5. Depot Village

6. AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

8. Gainesville Lodge

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville Downtown University

10. Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

11. Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG

12. Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville Hospital/University Area

13. Gator Town Inn

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. Gorgeous Townhome UF Campus Adjacent Full Kitchen

20. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

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Top Shands at the University of Florida Hotel Reviews

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

Gainesville Lodge

Quality Inn Gainesville near University

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

Cute Condo Close to Campus - Walk to Shands/Pool!

Summit House Condo #2 - Next to UF & Hospitals

Walk to Shands - 2nd Floor Condo

Stylish 1BR Getaway Near UF & Dining

Cute Condo near UF, Shands Hospital and Downtown!

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