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Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

3.0 star property
1.5 mi from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1326)
"Nice place"
United States
LARRY
$105 nightly
The price is $118
Dec 10 - Dec 11
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Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
Exterior
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75

2.5 star property
1.3 mi from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Great staff and clean room "
United States
Matthew
$107 nightly
The price is $121
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

2.5 star property
1.4 mi from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Very spacious and clean room. The staff was very friendly and funny. "
United States
Matt
$107 nightly
The price is $121
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG
Restaurant
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

3.0 star property
1.8 mi from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1268)
"Best place to stay in Gainsville!!"
United States
Mirella
$127 nightly
The price is $143
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
Lobby
Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

2.5 star property
2 mi from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1139)
"Nice staff, good breakfast, confy beds and pillows, good location"
United States
Gema
$89 nightly
The price is $100
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Suites Gainesville near University
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Residence Inn by Marriott Gainesville I-75

Residence Inn by Marriott Gainesville I-75

3.0 star property
1.5 mi from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (736)
"Friendly staff. The room set up was comfortable."
United States
Elizabeth
$97 nightly
The price is $109
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
Residence Inn by Marriott Gainesville I-75
Banquet hall
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

3.0 star property
1.7 mi from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1613)
"Great stay - Bed was comfortable, Room was clean and quiet! "
United States
Maggie
$91 nightly
The price is $102
Dec 28 - Dec 29
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
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Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

3.5 star property
1.8 mi from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Super nice hotel. Comfortable and clean too. The food in their restaurant was delicious! "
United States
MACEY
$87 nightly
The price is $98
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG
Free continental breakfast on weekends
Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

3.0 star property
1.9 mi from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (889)
"My favorite place to stay when in Gainesville. Clean rooms. "
United States
Catherine
$95 nightly
The price is $107
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center
Lounge
Aloft Gainesville University Area

Aloft Gainesville University Area

3.0 star property
0.5 mi from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"excellent - pet friendly - lovely staff "
United States
Loraine
$88 nightly
The price is $99
Dec 28 - Dec 29
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Aloft Gainesville University Area
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Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

3.0 star property
1.3 mi from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Staff was very friendly"
United States
Randey
$87 nightly
The price is $98
Dec 18 - Dec 19
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Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville
Outdoor pool
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

2.5 star property
1.6 mi from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1026)
"Clean room, staff was helpful in providing directions to where we needed to go."
United States
Richard
$81 nightly
The price is $91
Dec 27 - Dec 28
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Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
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Hampton Inn Gainesville

Hampton Inn Gainesville

2.5 star property
1.7 mi from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (981)
"Room was super clean, the staff was very nice. The breakfast was very good! "
United States
Chad
$87 nightly
The price is $98
Dec 14 - Dec 15
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Hampton Inn Gainesville
Lobby
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

3.0 star property
1.6 mi from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"The room is gorgeous,and the staff is friendly."
United States
Jimmy
$90 nightly
The price is $101
Dec 21 - Dec 22
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Homewood Suites by Hilton Gainesville

Homewood Suites by Hilton Gainesville

3.0 star property
1.4 mi from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (923)
"Room was very clean, staff was excellent."
United States
Arnold
$92 nightly
The price is $104
Dec 29 - Dec 30
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Gainesville
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Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL

Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL

3.0 star property
1.4 mi from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (656)
"Room was fresh & clean , staff was absolutely amazing ! "
United States
Amanda
$93 nightly
The price is $105
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL
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Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

3.5 star property
0.2 mi from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Front desk was extremely efficient and helpful, and anything we needed in our room was brought up promptly"
United States
Kieran
$106 nightly
The price is $119
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

2.5 star property
1.6 mi from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1795)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Balasubramani
$77 nightly
The price is $87
Dec 11 - Dec 12
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HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University

2.5 star property
1.4 mi from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"The hotel is very good, the rooms are clean, and the breakfast is excellent."
United States
Guillermo
$81 nightly
The price is $92
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn University
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DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

4.0 star property
1.4 mi from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"We thought the hotel was very nice and reasonable price. We especially liked the quality and comfort of the Bed, pillows and linens."
United States
Shirley
$81 nightly
The price is $91
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

10/10 Excellent
"Great value "
Katrin 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

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Florida Museum of Natural History

4.5/5 (358 reviews)
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.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History?
Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History 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 28 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History?
Adjacent to Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History, Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Another good choice is Aloft Gainesville University Area, located just 0.5 mi (0.9 km) away.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History?
Expedia has 28 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History?
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What can I see and do near Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History?
Study the collections at Florida Museum of Natural History, Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art, or Matheson History Museum. While you're exploring, swing by Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Thomas Center, and Historic Haile Homestead to learn a bit about the area. You can enjoy live performances at Curtis M. Phillips Center and Hippodrome State Theatre.