Title: Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG Italian cuisine at Piesanos Pints and Pies pairs perfectly with stadium views, while a rooftop pool and convenient dry cleaning services enhance the stay ## Photo gallery for Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG ![Exterior - Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG (Gainesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14000/13903/830a9341.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG (Gainesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14000/13903/17f07b96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG (Gainesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14000/13903/w6029h4008x0y0-0eb53a7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes - Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG (Gainesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14000/13903/0a4a744a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG (Gainesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14000/13903/20a50e38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center is centrally located near Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Guests enjoy Italian dishes at the on-site restaurant, a rooftop pool, high-speed WiFi, and an on-site coffee shop. ## Reviews 7.8 Good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 29 - Jan. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=13903&PinnedHotelID=13903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=13903&PinnedHotelID=13903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 30 - Jan. 31](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=13903&PinnedHotelID=13903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=13903&PinnedHotelID=13903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 30 - Feb. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=13903&PinnedHotelID=13903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=13903&PinnedHotelID=13903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb. 6 - Feb. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=13903&PinnedHotelID=13903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=13903&PinnedHotelID=13903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 1 bed Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14000/13903/b66dd713.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds 8.6 Excellent 41 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Pillow menu Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Private bathroom - 300 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14000/13903/0a4a744a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed 9.2 Wonderful 12 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Pillow menu Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Private bathroom - 300 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14000/13903/5f4d2539.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed 7.6 Good 5 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Pillow menu Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Private bathroom - 300 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14000/13903/b66dd713.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds 7.2 Good 5 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Pillow menu Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Private bathroom - 300 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room ![Standard Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14000/13903/3e498531.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Pillow menu Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Private bathroom - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGainesville-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Gainesville-University-Center.h13903.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGainesville-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Gainesville-University-Center.h13903.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in University Heights, a neighborhood in Gainesville, Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG is next to a golf course and near the airport. Regal Royal Park and Westside Park Tennis Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention and Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History. Florida Museum of Natural History and Kanapaha Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like ecotours, ziplining, and hiking/biking trails, or hop on a bike rental nearby and take a self-guided tour around the aera. [Visit our Gainesville travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Gainesville.dx6048189) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.65255%2C-82.33861&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MLU1F-D4GoINl0507rn_-qMFxEk=) 1250 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL, 32601 ### What's nearby - ![A distant view of The University of Florida in the morning](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068631/dc0e407f-c712-4acf-b1ad-0c9896d42d64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) University of Florida 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![At the Gators home opener with 90,000 of my closest friends. A football game at Florida Field is an incredible experience. Energy not to be missed. This is probably one of the greatest stadiums in college football. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048189/0860a82e-f9ae-44b6-ab17-236e4c4e269a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ben Hill Griffin Stadium 12 min walk \- 1.0 km - Shands at the University of Florida 14 min walk \- 1.2 km - Stephen C. O'Connell Center 16 min walk \- 1.4 km - UF Health Neuromedicine Hospital 19 min walk \- 1.6 km ### Getting around - Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) 16 min drive ### Restaurants - Krispy Kreme 5 min walk - Hass Kitchen 1 min walk - The Swamp 4 min walk - Chipotle Mexican Grill 4 min walk - Chick-fil-A 2 min walk ## About this property ### Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG Hotel near University of Florida Near Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG provides an adjacent golf course, a grocery/convenience store, and a rooftop terrace. The on-site Italian cuisine restaurant, Piesanos Pints and Pies, offers lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services. Other perks at this hotel include: - An outdoor pool along with sun loungers - Free self parking - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), access to a nearby health club, and golf cart on site - A ballroom, a 24-hour front desk, and ATM/banking services - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff Room features All 167 rooms offer comforts such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Other amenities include: - Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge) - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shower/tub combinations - Flat-screen TVs with premium channels - Refrigerators, microwaves, and video-game consoles ## Similar properties ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2880000/2874000/2873991/aac3d418.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown Downtown Gainesville - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Free WiFi 8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews CA $143 CA $161 total includes taxes & fees Feb 8 - Feb 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=2873991&PinnedHotelID=2873991&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/480000/475300/475205/50a7bef2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville Gainesville - Pool - Pet friendly - 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A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - Bistro 45 Breakfast Cafe - Piesanos Pints and Pies ### Things to do - 18-hole adjacent golf course - 24-hour gym - Golf carts - Golf clubs/equipment - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Crib (surcharge) - Grocery/convenience store - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Free newspapers in lobby - Grocery/convenience store - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Vending machine ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Porter/bellhop - Wedding services ### Business services - 24-hour business center - 4 meeting rooms - 4,176 square feet of conference space - Computer station ### Outdoors - Pool loungers - Rooftop terrace ### 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 - Stair-free path to entrance - 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 pool - Wheelchair-accessible public washroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchair-accessible van parking ### More - 6 floors - Ballroom - Banquet hall - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Crib (surcharge) - Pillow menu - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels - Pay movies - Video game console ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Limited room service - Microwave - Refrigerator - Restaurant dining guides ### More - Air conditioning - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Free daily newspapers - Free local calls - Iron/ironing board - Laptop workspace - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless 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 Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests. Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night (maximum USD 150 per stay) Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 7.95 to 13.95 per person - Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night (maximum USD 150 per stay) - Service animals are exempt from fees - Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night - Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 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 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 This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash Cashless transactions are available Long-term renters welcome Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) 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 Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation 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 A car is not required for transportation to and from this property This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Holiday Inn Gainesville University Center Holiday Inn University Hotel Gainesville Center Holiday Inn Gainesville University Hotel Gainesville Holiday Inn Gainesville University Center Hotel Holiday Inn University Center Hotel Holiday Inn University Center Gainesville Holiday Inn ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG? ### Is Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG? ### What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG? ### Where is Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG Reviews 7.8 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 7.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 375 8 - Good 295 6 - Okay 193 4 - Poor 84 2 - Terrible 53 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle Jan 19, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great room space, super attentive and friendly staff. Hotel and rooms clean, at a great price. ##### Michelle Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shanna Jan 10, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room, comfortable bed, quick check-in and easy check-out. ##### Shanna Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenia Jan 5, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel was wonderful! There was great service from all of the staff. The hotel was clean, new, and so welcoming! Definitely a nice place for a good vacation ##### Kenia Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert Jan 13, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Easy check-in and early. Pleasant staff. ##### Robert Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenia Jan 12, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel is newish and nice, the staff is really fiendly and ready to help ##### Kenia Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### Priyanka Dec 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Rooms are very clean, and hotel too. Great location, everything is pretty walkable from hotel. Loved it and we are going to come back again. ##### Priyanka Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jorge Dec 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Decent breakfast, great service. Confortable rooms ##### Jorge Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Myoung-Hwan Oct 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean and very convenient location for dining. ##### Myoung-Hwan Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew Jan 16, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Breakfast was not included at this location. I read online that the pool was heated and brought my suit, but it was not. Good place, good location, though. ##### Matthew Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 ### 6/10 Okay #### JESSE Jan 12, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff was really good the building and furniture is very modern, nice and clean, BUT the AC unit is so loud that I had a really bad night that erased everything else Quality sleep doesn’t have price ##### JESSE Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michele Oct 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The staff was excellent, rooms spotless & extremely convenient. ##### Michele Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Estefan Oct 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Staff friendly, clean room, under Reno during our stay. ##### Estefan Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MONICA Dec 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room and new ##### MONICA Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Todd Oct 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The staff was extremely helpful. ##### Todd Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Adriana Aug 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great new breakfast cafe ##### Adriana Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### James Sep 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Location was amazing but the breakfast wasn’t good. I would stay there again if I ever went back. ##### James Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tiffany Sep 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Your staff was excellent and communicative! ##### Tiffany Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roujau Oct 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The server at the bistro was great! Everyone at the front desk was fantastic. Facilities were clean and tidy. No bugs. I was very happy with my stay ##### Roujau Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann Nov 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The front staff was so nice and helpful. Fast efficient check-in. We were there for the UT/UF football game and the girls at the front desk said if we couldn't find a parking spot around the hotel to come back in and they would help us figure something out. We found a parking spot. The room was nice and very clean. Housekeeping stopped by and even though we didn't need the room cleaned on Saturday gave us extra towels and toilet paper. The hotel was super convenient and close to campus and the stadium. All in all a great property and a great stay. ##### Ann Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon Oct 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The front desk person who worked that night was still sweet professional and very kind even at 1am when I checked in “Anitra” sorry if I spelled wrong. She was very helpful and gave me good information! I appreciate her smile and positive attitude! Thank you and rooms and hotel super clean and comfortable ##### Shannon Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathalie Jul 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very convenient location with helpful staff ##### Nathalie Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon Jul 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We needed a quick stop for an overnight stay in Gainesville. We would have had no issues staying longer. Clean room and bath, small fridge, coffee and room to relax after a 16 hour car ride. Five Stars all around and the restaurant attached had outstanding food and service as well. ##### Sharon Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria Jul 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff is very attentive, caring and professional, especially Mr. Danley and Mrs. Amarys at the reception, and the lady who served us in the restaurant for breakfast. They regularly checked on our needs and offered help. Even though the hotel is in a construction process, everything is very clean. I would recommend this place to anyone who needs accommodation in the Gainesville area. ##### Maria Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sean Sep 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Brilliant stay really enjoyed my experience staff are great ##### Sean Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Mark Jul 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The staff was very professional and friendly. They reached out by text and were great at communicating about any needs. The room was super clean. The hallways smelled a bit weird and the elevator was creaking a lot. ##### Mark Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [CoCo Key Hotel and Water Resort ](https://www.expedia.ca/Orlando-Hotels-CoCo-Key-Hotel-And-Water-Resort-Orlando.h228.Hotel-Information) > > [The Grayson Miami Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Miami-Hotels-The-Grayson-Miami-Downtown.h6535.Hotel-Information) > > [Renaissance Fort Lauderdale Marina Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Lauderdale-Hotels-Renaissance-Fort-Lauderdale-Cruise-Port-Hotel.h658067.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn Ft. 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