Title: Visit University Heights: 2026 University Heights, Gainesville Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in University Heights](https://expedia.com/University-Heights-Gainesville-Hotels.0-n553248635976471424-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Gainesville](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Gainesville.d6048189.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Gainesville](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Gainesville.d6048189.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in University Heights](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-University-Heights.d553248635976471424.Car-Rental-Guide)[University Heights Vacations](https://expedia.com/University-Heights.d553248635976471424.Destination-Travel-Guides) # University Heights, FL ## Gainesville ![Closeup of alligator back lying inside marsh swamp in Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park in Gainesville, Florida in sunlight](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976471424/055eee54-c788-4a46-94f4-cefb0e4d75cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Closeup of alligator back lying inside marsh swamp in Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park in Gainesville, Florida in sunlight](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976471424/055eee54-c788-4a46-94f4-cefb0e4d75cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit University Heights Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Gainesville Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Gainesville.dx6048189) --- ### Popular places to visit ![A distant view of The University of Florida in the morning](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068631/dc0e407f-c712-4acf-b1ad-0c9896d42d64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Florida Explore the campus of University of Florida, during your trip to Gainesville. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area. [](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Florida-Gainesville.d6068631.Vacation-Attraction) ![At the Gators home opener with 90,000 of my closest friends. A football game at Florida Field is an incredible experience. Energy not to be missed. This is probably one of the greatest stadiums in college football. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048189/0860a82e-f9ae-44b6-ab17-236e4c4e269a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ben Hill Griffin Stadium 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. [](https://expedia.com/Ben-Hill-Griffin-Stadium-Gainesville.d6068633.Vacation-Attraction) ![Peleides blue morpho butterfly](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068619/b5c37750-0581-4f11-9e92-7e3d3daaf0eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Florida Museum of Natural History You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Florida Museum of Natural History during your trip to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Florida-Museum-Of-Natural-History-Gainesville.d6068619.Vacation-Attraction) #### Shands at the University of Florida Though Shands at the University of Florida might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Gainesville while you are here. [](https://expedia.com/Shands-At-The-University-Of-Florida-Gainesville.d6187967.Vacation-Attraction) #### Gainesville Raceway Catch an event at Gainesville Raceway during your trip to Gainesville. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.com/Gainesville-Raceway-Gainesville.d6128074.Vacation-Attraction) #### Sante Fe College Explore the campus of Sante Fe College, during your trip to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Sante-Fe-College-Gainesville.d6128064.Vacation-Attraction) --- ## University Heights Hotel Deals ![Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14000/13903/830a9341_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG 1250 W University Ave Gainesville FL $107 nightly $120 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this golf hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews) The room was clean and quiet. Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F29%2F2026&endDate=3%2F30%2F2026&selected=13903&PinnedHotelID=13903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471424) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/49700/49617/ff7eaa86_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville 3726 Sw 40th Blvd Gainesville FL $81 nightly $91 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews) The room, bedding, ac/heat, bar restaurant Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F29%2F2026&endDate=3%2F30%2F2026&selected=49617&PinnedHotelID=49617&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471424) ![Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/53000000/52060000/52054200/52054135/180700a0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida 1514 Southwest 14th Street Gainesville FL $179 nightly $201 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,280 reviews) all good! Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F15%2F2026&endDate=3%2F16%2F2026&selected=52054135&PinnedHotelID=52054135&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471424) ![Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78550000/78547700/78547624/894304b9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown 212 SE 1ST STREET, Gainesville FL Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $121 nightly $136 total Mar 11 - Mar 12 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,147 reviews) Clean, great atmosphere, nice amenities. Good location. Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F11%2F2026&endDate=3%2F12%2F2026&selected=78547624&PinnedHotelID=78547624&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471424) ![Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1290000/1289100/1289043/8584a629_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL 4015 Sw 43rd St Gainesville FL $91 nightly $102 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,697 reviews) The room was cleans and the staff was excellent Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F15%2F2026&endDate=3%2F16%2F2026&selected=1289043&PinnedHotelID=1289043&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471424) ![Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19490000/19484600/19484503/93f8f773_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville 4000 Southwest 40th Blvd Gainesville FL $105 nightly $118 total Mar 9 - Mar 10 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,391 reviews) Great kick back and breakfast. The staff is always wonderful. 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