Title: Visit University Heights: Best of University Heights, Gainesville Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in University Heights](https://expedia.ca/University-Heights-Gainesville-Hotels.0-n553248635976471424-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Gainesville](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Gainesville.d6048189.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Gainesville](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Gainesville.d6048189.Travel-Guide-Activities)[University Heights Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-University-Heights.d553248635976471424.Car-Rental-Guide)[University Heights Vacations](https://expedia.ca/University-Heights.d553248635976471424.Destination-Travel-Guides) # University Heights ## Gainesville ![Closeup of alligator back lying inside marsh swamp in Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park in Gainesville, Florida in sunlight](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976471424/055eee54-c788-4a46-94f4-cefb0e4d75cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Closeup of alligator back lying inside marsh swamp in Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park in Gainesville, Florida in sunlight](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976471424/055eee54-c788-4a46-94f4-cefb0e4d75cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit University Heights Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Gainesville travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Gainesville.dx6048189) --- ### Popular places to visit ![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=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Florida Explore the campus of University of Florida, during your trip to Gainesville. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/University-Of-Florida-Gainesville.d6068631.Vacation-Attraction) ![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=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ben Hill Griffin Stadium Catch an event at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium during your trip to Gainesville. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Ben-Hill-Griffin-Stadium-Gainesville.d6068633.Vacation-Attraction) ![Peleides blue morpho butterfly](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068619/b5c37750-0581-4f11-9e92-7e3d3daaf0eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Florida Museum of Natural History You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Florida Museum of Natural History during your trip to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Florida-Museum-Of-Natural-History-Gainesville.d6068619.Vacation-Attraction) ![2nd Place street with the Hippodrome State Theatre and businesses in downtown Gainesville, Florida, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068629/aa80e492-a4ce-4cd0-8529-a6640f2c17f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hippodrome State Theatre You can enjoy a show at Hippodrome State Theatre during your stay in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Hippodrome-State-Theatre-Gainesville.d6068629.Vacation-Attraction) #### Shands at the University of Florida Though Shands at the University of Florida might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Gainesville while you are here. [](https://expedia.ca/Shands-At-The-University-Of-Florida-Gainesville.d6187967.Vacation-Attraction) #### Gainesville Raceway Catch an event at Gainesville Raceway during your trip to Gainesville. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.ca/Gainesville-Raceway-Gainesville.d6128074.Vacation-Attraction) --- ## University Heights Hotel Deals ![Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14000/13903/830a9341_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG 1250 W University Ave Gainesville FL CA $150 CA $169 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this golf hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,004 reviews) Very clean, comfortable bed,easy walk to University of Florida Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=13903&PinnedHotelID=13903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471424) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/49700/49617/ff7eaa86_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville 3726 Sw 40th Blvd Gainesville FL CA $127 CA $143 total Feb 15 - Feb 16 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,004 reviews) Clean room, attentive staff, comfortable stay. Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=49617&PinnedHotelID=49617&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471424) ![Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/53000000/52060000/52054200/52054135/180700a0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida 1514 Southwest 14th Street Gainesville FL Stay at this hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,299 reviews) Excellent Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=52054135&PinnedHotelID=52054135&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471424) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=52054135&PinnedHotelID=52054135&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471424) ![Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78550000/78547700/78547624/894304b9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown 212 SE 1ST STREET, Gainesville FL CA $150 CA $169 total Feb 15 - Feb 16 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,126 reviews) Clean spacious, conveniently located for my needs Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=78547624&PinnedHotelID=78547624&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471424) ![Comfort Inn University](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/793600/793525/78ca2e85_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Comfort Inn University 3440 SW 40th Blvd Gainesville FL CA $110 CA $132 total Feb 15 - Feb 16 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,028 reviews) Room was very clean, no bad smells and everyone was super nice. If we could change one thing, it would be a softer couch!! Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=793525&PinnedHotelID=793525&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976471424) ![Best Western Gateway Grand](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/160000/151100/151041/9a241e09_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Gateway Grand 4200 NW 97th Blvd Gainesville FL CA $128 CA $144 total Feb 16 - Feb 17 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,412 reviews) Friendly staff, clean hotel. 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