Located near the University of Florida, Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands offers a warm welcome with breakfast and dry cleaning services. Take advantage of in-room WiFi, unwind at the seasonal pool or gym, and enjoy convenient amenities like laundry services. Guests rave about the helpful staff and location.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Non-smoking
Gym
Laundry facilities
Free parking
24/7 front desk
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Outdoor pool
Fitness centre
Seasonal outdoor pool
24-hour business centre
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Vending machine
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
For families (6)
Children stay free
Free cots/infant beds
Microwave
Premium TV channels
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
The current price is NZ$160
NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
14 reviews
(14 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
5 reviews
(5 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
46 reviews
(46 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
10 reviews
(10 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
121 reviews
(121 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Florida Museum of Natural History - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Oaks Mall - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
Shands at the University of Florida - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
Getting around
Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 7 min walk
McDonald's - 4 min walk
Blaze Pizza - 11 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 6 min walk
Wendy's - 11 min walk
About this property
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands puts you within a 10-minute drive of University of Florida and Shands at the University of Florida. For a bit of exercise, you can visit the fitness centre, or go for a swim in the outdoor pool. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
English, Spanish
More about this property
VISIBILITY
At a glance
Hotel size
74 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
The seasonal pool is open from January to December
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?
Yes, there's free self parking. Motorhome/coach/lorry parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands and nearby?
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands has an outdoor pool and a fitness centre.
What's the area around Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands like?
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands puts you in the heart of Gainesville. Popular attractions include University of Florida, which is 2 minutes away by car.
Travellers love the hotel's prime location.
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Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as good, excellent, and wonderful, with many guests appreciating the variety and quality of the meal. (94 reviews)
The property offers a convenient location with easy access to a wide variety of restaurants and dining options. (12 reviews)
The pool was clean, warm, and suitable for guests to have fun. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10
Great stay, quick check in, great bed and pillows
Nancy
1-night trip
8/10
Good hot breakfast. Really great front desk and service.
brendon
1-night trip
10/10
Was a good, comfortable stay... hit water, hot coffee, breakfast, and cold a/c.
Christina
1-night trip
10/10
The hotel was clean and comfy. The staff was friendly and helpful. I will be staying there again!
Raul
1-night trip
10/10
Great location for eating, social events and Medical appts.
Charles
2-night trip
10/10
Clean, pretty quiet and decent, hot breakfast.
Todd
1-night trip
10/10
Clean, courteous staff and great breakfast
Vinnie
2-night trip
10/10
The staff was great and our check in was quick. They offered us cookies and popcorn when we arrived as well! The room was clean and spacious and the beds were comfortable. Check out was a breeze, as well. We will definitely stay here again!
Debra
1-night trip
10/10
Clean, friendly and quiet.
Good breakfast
Popcorn and cookies were good
Harriette
1-night trip
10/10
Great stay
Holly
1-night trip
10/10
The good breakfast and cookies in the evening were a definite plus. Staff was helpful.
Judith
5-night trip
10/10
Good breakfast, excellent service, good price
Andres
1-night trip
10/10
The beds were comfortable and the rooms were quiet. The hot breakfast every morning was wonderful!
Carmen
3-night trip
10/10
From check in to check out it was good, cookies and popcorn in lobby, fantastic well maintained hot breakfast! Joy very thorough at check in. Will definitely stay again!
Marta E
1-night trip
8/10
Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was decent. Location is very accessible to everything
Pillows could be updated and bed was not so comfortable
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10
Easy and convenient check in with friendly staff.
Kimberly
1-night trip
10/10
Great Place to stay. Clean and great service.
Malik
4-night trip
8/10
Old hotel but bed comfortable, clean & nice breakfast
barbara
1-night trip
10/10
Excellent check in and customer service.
Charles
2-night trip
10/10
The Front Desk Staff was amazing and worked on our behalf to make our stay all we could have hoped for it to be.
MIKEL
1-night trip
8/10
Nice place, decent breakfast, 24 hour coffee and popcorn. Just wish they would improve the taste of the coffee, tastes like freeze dried.
Ralph
2-night trip
8/10
Was acceptable
Jose
1-night trip
10/10
People were extremely nice and helpful. The breakfast was quite good.