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Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

3.0 star property
Gainesville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1278)
"Second time here and will be coming back. Love this place"
United States
Nate
$127 nightly
The price is $143
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Ocala FL I-75

3.0 star property
Ocala
6.8 out of 10, (1005)
"Room was very comfortable and very nice inside "
United States
Chris
$58 nightly
The price is $65
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Ocala FL I-75

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

3.0 star property
Gainesville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1622)
"Staff were very friendly, the room was clean and quiet. Very happy with our stay!"
United States
Stacey
$93 nightly
The price is $105
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville

3.0 star property
Gainesville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1115)
"Room was very clean and the staff Kimberly was there at 10pm to greet us and feel welcome….breakfast was very good too….practised my spanish with one of the kitchen staff!"
Canada
David
$98 nightly
The price is $110
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville

Staybridge Suites Ocala Near Equestrian Aquatics by IHG

3.0 star property
Ocala
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (53)
"Staff was friendly, rooms very clean, great breakfast, loved the yogurt bar on Thanksgiving day. "
United States
Tammy
$97 nightly
The price is $108
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Total with taxes and fees
Staybridge Suites Ocala Near Equestrian Aquatics by IHG

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

3.5 star property
Gainesville
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"I will recommend my friends and family to come at this location anytime they are in gainesville "
United States
Recardo
$106 nightly
The price is $119
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua - Gainesville Area by IHG

3.5 star property
Alachua
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Staff was great and the location is perfect ! "
United States
JAY
$113 nightly
The price is $127
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua - Gainesville Area by IHG

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

3.0 star property
Downtown Gainesville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1104)
"Great location great staff great experience I have stayed at the hotel before multiple times an again."
United States
Charles
$104 nightly
The price is $116
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

Hilton Ocala

3.5 star property
Ocala
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great stay"
United States
cindy
$98 nightly
The price is $109
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Ocala

Best Western Gateway Grand

3.0 star property
Gainesville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1349)
"Staff was great. Clean and breakfast was fantastic!"
United States
Mary
$94 nightly
The price is $105
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Gateway Grand

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

3.0 star property
Gainesville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1330)
"Clean, nice staff, supper was hot and good. "
United States
Eric
$105 nightly
The price is $118
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

3.5 star property
Gainesville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Super nice hotel. Comfortable and clean too. The food in their restaurant was delicious! "
United States
MACEY
$102 nightly
The price is $115
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown

3.0 star property
Downtown Gainesville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"clean room, nice locations"
United States
Christine
$78 nightly
The price is $88
Dec 18 - Dec 19
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

3.0 star property
Gainesville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Staff was very friendly"
United States
Randey
$87 nightly
The price is $98
Dec 18 - Dec 19
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG

3.0 star property
University Heights
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Clean and very convenient location for dining."
United States
Myoung-Hwan
$99 nightly
The price is $111
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

3.0 star property
Gainesville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"The room is gorgeous,and the staff is friendly."
United States
Jimmy
$90 nightly
The price is $101
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Ocala Conference Center by IHG

3.0 star property
Ocala
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"I've been staying at this hotel for years and it never disappoints. "
United States
Angel
$94 nightly
The price is $105
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Ocala Conference Center by IHG

stayAPT Suites Ocala

3.5 star property
Ocala
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (99)
"Awesome stay very nice and helpful staff room very clean "
United States
AMINA
$99 nightly
The price is $110
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
stayAPT Suites Ocala

Holiday Inn & Suites Lake City by IHG

3.0 star property
Lake City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Dog friendly. "
United States
Barbara
$83 nightly
The price is $93
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn & Suites Lake City by IHG

Hilton Garden Inn Ocala Downtown

3.0 star property
Historic Downtown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (597)
"Great location "
United States
Tracy
$105 nightly
The price is $117
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Garden Inn Ocala Downtown
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There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in North Central Florida, Florida are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in North Central Florida, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in North Central Florida?
If you're headed to Gainesville for a North Central Florida getaway, you'll find some comfortable and convenient 3-star hotels. Many of our customers book Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center, an IHG Hotel. Around 1 mi west of the downtown area, it features a terrace and pool sun loungers. Another top-rated pick is Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center. Settle in here and you'll get access to a terrace and a swimming pool, and be approximately 3 mi southwest of the center.
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