Gainesville, Florida Hotels

Gainesville, Florida Hotels
Gainesville, the county seat and largest city in Florida's Alachua County, has a population of approximately 115,000 people (according to both gatorzone.com and bestplaces.net) and plays home to the University of Florida--the third largest university in the country and a college football lover's paradise. The city's climate is typically hot, humid and subtropical, surrounded by rural wilderness on all sides, and is less than two hours from Jacksonville and Orlando. Visitors to Gainesville have numerous lodging options from which to choose.

SpringHill Suites

This Florida Green Lodging Certified all-suite hotel is part of the Marriott family and is centrally located in the heart of Gainesville. Each of its 126 suites are spread over four floors and are stylishly decorated, with guest's choice of one king-sized or two double beds. Room amenities include a flat-panel LCD TV, comfortable seating area, mini fridge, wet bar, microwave, pantry area, in-room coffee and tea, and wireless high-speed Internet. Hotel accommodations include a complimentary buffet or continental style breakfast, on-site laundry services and a front desk safety deposit box. Guests are invited to enjoy the full-size outdoor pool, or take advantage of the fitness center's free weights and cardiovascular equipment. Business travelers can take advantage of the hotel's full-service business center, conference rooms and limousine service. Additionally, dozens of outdoor activities can be found nearby, including golf courses, horseback riding, hiking and biking trails, tennis, sailing and rock climbing.

SpringHill Suites
4155 S.W. 40th Blvd.
Gainesville, Florida 32608
(352) 376-8873
marriott.com

Paramount Plaza Hotel Suites

This recently renovated four-floor hotel has 188 rooms and nine suites, becoming a top choice for vacationing families, as kids 18 and under stay free when accompanied by an adult. The hotel has also become one of the area's more popular hotels for hosting weddings and business conferences, with two ballrooms and five banquet rooms that are able to hold up to 450 people. The hotel also has meeting and wedding planners available on-site. Hotel amenities include an outdoor swimming pool, 24-hour fitness center, full-service business center, laundry facilities, and a casual bar and grill that serves simple American style cuisine. Additionally, a free shuttle will take guests to popular local destinations such as the airport or university. Rooms are well-appointed and include a coffee maker, hair dryer, ironing board, cable TV, video games, private balcony, free Wi-Fi and a safe.

Paramount Plaza Hotel Suites
2900 S.W. 13th St.
Gainesville, Florida 32608
(352) 377-4000
paramountplaza.com

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

The hotel is located at the southwest corner of the University of Florida campus, right in the heart of "Gator Nation." Vacationing guests are in close proximity to additional local attractions such as the Gainesville Raceway, Florida Museum of Natural History, Santa Fe Community Zoo and University of Florida Golf Course. The property is also an accredited IACC Conference Center, meaning executive travelers can take advantage of a slew of first-class business accommodations, including thirteen meeting rooms covering 25,000 square feet, complimentary use of the full-service business center and an on-site audio-visual company. Rooms include 32-inch LCD high-definition flat-screen televisions, lighted makeup mirrors, coffee makers and work desks. Guests have a choice of one king bed or two double beds, and the hotel does allow pets for an additional fee. An on-site restaurant offers American and European culinary options, with a lounge providing drinks and lighter fare. Room service is also available.

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville
1714 S.W. 34th St.
Gainesville, Florida 32607
(352) 371-3600
hilton.com

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