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Apartment (3 Bedrooms) | Interior

3 Mi to UF: Townhome w/ Patio in Gainesville!

3 Mi to UF: Townhome w/ Patio in Gainesville!
3.0 star property
Gainesville
The price is CA $127
CA $416 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
3 Mi to UF: Townhome w/ Patio in Gainesville!
Exterior

"La Grande" Retro Escape

"La Grande" Retro Escape
Gainesville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"The host was very accommodating. Sweet place. "
United States
Deanne H.
The price is CA $108
CA $210 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
"La Grande" Retro Escape
Living area

Modern & Stylish Condo Near UF - Foxmoor

Modern & Stylish Condo Near UF - Foxmoor
Gainesville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Very responsive host and the property was clean and well stocked."
United States
C I.
The price is CA $102
CA $389 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Modern & Stylish Condo Near UF - Foxmoor
Exterior

Go Gators Apartment + PS4 Console!

Go Gators Apartment + PS4 Console!
Gainesville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Host was great with communication, condo was clean, well stocked and we enjoyed it."
United States
Kelly B.
The price is CA $86
CA $254 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Go Gators Apartment + PS4 Console!
Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker

Florida Room: Walk DNTN - Studio - Lux Bath - Pet Welcome

Florida Room: Walk DNTN - Studio - Lux Bath - Pet Welcome
Gainesville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Loved our stay here! Clean, comfortable, awesome shower (!!), and the property/courtyard is lovely. We came for a football game and the location was perfect - just steps away from downtown. "
United States
Hannah G.
The price is CA $64
CA $192 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Florida Room: Walk DNTN - Studio - Lux Bath - Pet Welcome
Dining

The Industrial at Oaks | Full Kitchen • Near I75

The Industrial at Oaks | Full Kitchen • Near I75
Gainesville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Location was convenient the condo was great! The beds were SO comfortable! We would definitely stay here again."
United States
Cathy L.
The price is CA $139
CA $348 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 11 - Mar 12
The Industrial at Oaks | Full Kitchen • Near I75
Property grounds

La Casita: Charming 1-bedroom house in Gainesville w/ pickleball court!

La Casita: Charming 1-bedroom house in Gainesville w/ pickleball court!
Gainesville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"This property was just what we needed for a place to stay after going to the UF game. Easy to find and located close enough to campus (not walking distamce though) for us. It was a quick turnarpund for us, but if we need to stay another time longer i would definitely want to stay here again."
United States
Christi R.
The price is CA $117
CA $251 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
La Casita: Charming 1-bedroom house in Gainesville w/ pickleball court!
Terrace/patio

Serene Place | Walk to UF • Free Parking • Kitchen

Serene Place | Walk to UF • Free Parking • Kitchen
Gainesville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Great location for UF families. Very clean and nice. We had everything we needed in the kitchen. Great communication from host. Would stay there again."
United States
Lene
The price is CA $130
CA $334 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 17 - Feb 18
Serene Place | Walk to UF • Free Parking • Kitchen
Exterior

Gainesville BBQ Getaway!, Family Getaway. Pet Friendly w/BBQ Grill & Patio

Gainesville BBQ Getaway!, Family Getaway. Pet Friendly w/BBQ Grill & Patio
Gainesville
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (16 reviews)
"Work trip, good place to sleep and relax"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is CA $93
CA $263 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Gainesville BBQ Getaway!, Family Getaway. Pet Friendly w/BBQ Grill & Patio
Dining

The Farmhouse at Oaks | Full Kitchen • Near I75

The Farmhouse at Oaks | Full Kitchen • Near I75
Gainesville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"Really nice place. Comfortable, clean. "
United States
Ellen S.
The price is CA $94
CA $288 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
The Farmhouse at Oaks | Full Kitchen • Near I75
Interior

Expansive Forest Ridge Retreat in Central GNV

Expansive Forest Ridge Retreat in Central GNV
Gainesville
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Our stay was amazing! Great location close to the cancer center which was the reason we needed a place for 5 weeks. It was 3 adult and 2 small pups and the place felt like home away from home. We highly recommend it! "
United States
Yolanda B.
The price is CA $101
CA $432 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Expansive Forest Ridge Retreat in Central GNV
Dining

🌟 Modern House Minutes from Downtown Gainesville, UF, VA & More! 🏡✨

🌟 Modern House Minutes from Downtown Gainesville, UF, VA & More! 🏡✨
Gainesville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (37 reviews)
"Communication was great with host and house was very clean. Very close to Shands and the Swamp. Plenty of beds."
United States
Willie B.
The price is CA $117
CA $287 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
🌟 Modern House Minutes from Downtown Gainesville, UF, VA & More! 🏡✨
Interior

Chic Condo w/ Community Pool - Under 10 mins to UF

Chic Condo w/ Community Pool - Under 10 mins to UF
Gainesville
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (4 reviews)
"Very nice, location was great, owner was quick to answer messages, will definitely rent again."
United States
Chris C.
The price is CA $101
CA $388 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Chic Condo w/ Community Pool - Under 10 mins to UF
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

The Landing at Oaks | Full Kitchen • Near I75

The Landing at Oaks | Full Kitchen • Near I75
Gainesville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Enjoyed the property "
United States
Jubriell P.
The price is CA $94
CA $288 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 11 - Feb 12
The Landing at Oaks | Full Kitchen • Near I75
Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker

Treehouse Suite: Walk DNTN | Lux Apt | Pet Welcome

Treehouse Suite: Walk DNTN | Lux Apt | Pet Welcome
Gainesville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (25 reviews)
"Property was very nice!"
United States
Louise S.
The price is CA $60
CA $187 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Treehouse Suite: Walk DNTN | Lux Apt | Pet Welcome
Interior

Amazing 2br 2ba with Loft C

Amazing 2br 2ba with Loft C
Gainesville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Convenient location. Good 2/2 option. "
United States
Rob C.
The price is CA $156
CA $328 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 17 - Feb 18
Amazing 2br 2ba with Loft C
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Beautiful 3 Bedroom Home in Quiet Neighborhood

Beautiful 3 Bedroom Home in Quiet Neighborhood
Gainesville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay! Great communication from the host and quick response times when we had questions. "
United States
Cynthia D.
The price is CA $122
CA $459 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 4 - Mar 5
Beautiful 3 Bedroom Home in Quiet Neighborhood
Smart TV, fireplace

Raceway Retreat, just 12 miles from UF/downtown, relaxing country getaway!

Raceway Retreat, just 12 miles from UF/downtown, relaxing country getaway!
Gainesville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Loved it! Perfect stay"
United States
Robin V.
The price is CA $130
CA $339 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Raceway Retreat, just 12 miles from UF/downtown, relaxing country getaway!
Exterior

The Nest: Cozy 1-bedroom apartment in fabulous Gainesville with pickleball!

The Nest: Cozy 1-bedroom apartment in fabulous Gainesville with pickleball!
Gainesville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Neat, clean, comfortable, well priced, secure location & property."
United States
Richard P.
The price is CA $98
CA $246 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
The Nest: Cozy 1-bedroom apartment in fabulous Gainesville with pickleball!
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Beautiful Home Walk to UF Newly built

Beautiful Home Walk to UF Newly built
Gainesville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable and convenient. Have stayed before and will stay again. "
United States
Calla S.
The price is CA $96
CA $313 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Beautiful Home Walk to UF Newly built
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Top Gainesville Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

10/10 Excellent
"Great location. Great breakfast. Awesome staff"
Ben 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

Find out more about Gainesville

You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.

As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Gainesville. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find vacation rentals in Gainesville?

Yes, there are vacation rentals in Gainesville close to Florida Museum of Natural History, or you can choose a more remote option if you'd like a relaxing place to stay. Tourists who visit Gainesville speak highly of the college campus and array of shops. While you're in the area, you can also enjoy the top-notch restaurants and theater scene.

What's the top vacation rental that Gainesville has to offer?

The Pond House! Large Pool, 10 sleeps, Pool Table, Firepit, 10 min UF: This Gainesville vacation home rental is located on a lake and has an outdoor pool, a fireplace, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 5 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. It offers a patio, a garden, and a selection of games so you can immerse yourself in your vacation. Some other homes for rent in Gainesville include Family-Friendly Gainesville Home - Walk to UF - Pool + Sleeps 16 and Tranquil Townhouse 🏡💤 - A peaceful retreat that promises restful slumber.

How many vacation rentals are there in Gainesville?

Choose from 324 Expedia vacation rentals in Gainesville for a memorable vacation.

What can I see and do in Gainesville?

Family-friendly attractions include Florida Museum of Natural History and Haile Village Playground, whereas University of Florida Bat Houses and Kanapaha Botanical Gardens are a couple of great spots to enjoy the outdoors. Other places in town to visit include Thomas Center and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

What are vacation rentals like in Gainesville?

Vacation rentals are private accommodations you can reserve for a short or long stay in Gainesville. Vacation rentals offer extras like WiFi and washers and dryers so you'll feel right at home. If you're concerned about cleanliness, vacation rentals can offer a sense of privacy away from shared hotel elevators and bustling concierge desks while still allowing you to travel. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a traditional hotel, which makes a vacation rental an attractive option for family gatherings.