At Comfort Inn University, warm up by the firepit or relax in the outdoor pool with sun loungers. Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet and stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff, proximity to shopping and great breakfast.
In the city center, Comfort Inn University is in an area with great shopping. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Historic Haile Homestead are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Regal Celebration Pointe and Regal Butler Town Center. Kanapaha Botanical Gardens and Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Visit our Gainesville travel guide
3440 SW 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, 32608
What's nearby
University of Florida
4 min drive - 2.1 miles
Florida Museum of Natural History
4 min drive - 2.1 miles
Regal Celebration Pointe
12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Celebration Pointe Dog Park
18 min walk - 1.0 mile
Curtis M. Phillips Center
4 min drive - 2.1 miles
Getting around
Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)
28 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
8 min walk
Chick-fil-A
9 min walk
Chick-fil-A
14 min walk
Culver's
9 min walk
Circle K
8 min walk
About this property
Comfort Inn University
Hotel near University of Florida
At Comfort Inn University, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
Free self parking
Express check-out, express check-in, and ATM/banking services
Coffee/tea in the lobby, a banquet hall, and a TV in the lobby
Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 83 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
Free infant beds and free extra beds
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
TVs with premium channels
Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers
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Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
24-hour gym
Outdoor pool
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Free rollaway/extra bed
In-room crib
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Turndown service
Business services
24-hour business center
581 square feet of conference space
Computer station
Meeting room
Outdoors
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
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
Pool hoist on site
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-width doorways
More
1 building
4 floors
Banquet hall
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free crib
Free rollaway/extra bed
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Free local calls
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Express check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
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
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
In-room safe fee: USD 1.50 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
Comfort Inn University Gainesville
Comfort Inn University Hotel Gainesville
Gainesville Comfort Inn
Comfort Inn West Hotel Gainesville
Comfort Inn Gainesville
Comfort Inn University Hotel
Comfort Inn University Gainesville
Comfort Inn University Hotel Gainesville
Frequently asked questions
Does Comfort Inn University have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Comfort Inn University?
As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfort Inn University on Apr 5, 2026 start from $91, 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 Comfort Inn University pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Comfort Inn University?
Check-in begins at 3 PM.
What time is check-out at Comfort Inn University?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Comfort Inn University located?
Located in the heart of Gainesville, this hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Regal Celebration Pointe and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from University of Florida. Regal Butler Town Center and Celebration Pointe Dog Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Reviews
Comfort Inn University Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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We booked last minute and it was a great overnight stay. The staff was friendly and helpful. We needed to print luggage tags and they went out of their way to help us get them printed.