Sweetwater Branch Inn

3.5 star property
Find your perfect blend of relaxation and fun near UF’s vibrant campus. Soak up sunshine by the pool or cozy up by the firepit.

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Hot tub
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Lobby fireplace
Feel at home
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $174
includes taxes & fees
$155 per night
Feb 24 - Feb 25

Room options

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Showing 27 of 27 rooms

Heirloom Suite (2nd Floor Cushman-Colson House) Not Pet Friendly

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Murphy Bed

Tiffany Suite (2nd Floor Cushman-Colson House) Not Pet Friendly

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Julia Room (2nd Floor McKenzie House) Not Pet Friendly

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Aurora Room (2nd Floor McKenzie House) Not Pet Friendly

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Giovanna Room (2nd Floor McKenzie House) Not Pet Friendly

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Futon

Isadora Suite (3rd Floor McKenzie House) Not Pet Friendly

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Hawthorne Room (Mills-Pound Cottages) Pet-Friendly

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Tea Rose Room (1st Floor Cushman-Colson House) Not Pet Friendly

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Blue Moon Room (2nd Floor Cushman-Colson House) Not Pet Friendly

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cornelia Room (2nd Floor Cushman-Colson House) Not Pet Friendly

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Camelot Room (1st Floor Cushman-Colson House) Not Pet Friendly

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Nora Belle's Cottage Pet Friendly

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

Rochelle Room (Mills-Pound Cottages) Pet-Friendly

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Windsor Cottage (Mills-Pound Cottages) Pet-Friendly

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Melrose Cottage (Mills-Pound Cottages) Pet-Friendly

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Piccadilly Suite (1st Floor Cushman-Colson House) Not Pet Friendly

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Murphy Bed

Island Grove (Florida Cottage - North) Pet Friendly

Highlights

Yard
Porch/lanai
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Murphy Bed

Victoria's Cottage (Matheson Cottages) Pet Friendly

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

La Chua Cottage (Florida Cottage - South) Pet Friendly

Highlights

Yard
Porch/lanai
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cross Creek Cottage (Florida Cottage - South) Pet Friendly

Highlights

Yard
Porch/lanai
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Lester's Place (Florida Cottage - North) Pet Friendly

Highlights

Yard
Porch/lanai
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Carriage House (2nd Floor above the Office) Pet Friendly

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

Honeymoon Cottage (McKenzie Gardens) Not Pet Friendly

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Lilly's Cottage (Matheson Cottages) Pet Friendly

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Mae's Cottage (Matheson Cottages) Pet Friendly

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Luisa Room (3rd Floor McKenzie House) Not Pet Friendly

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Sarah's Cottage (Matheson Cottages) Pet Friendly

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
625 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL, 32601

What's nearby

  • Hippodrome State Theatre - 10 min walk
  • University of Florida - 3 min drive
  • Shands at the University of Florida - 4 min drive
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 6 min drive
  • Florida Museum of Natural History - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Top - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪White Buffalo - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Harry's Seafood Bar & Grille - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Liquid Ginger - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Sweetwater Branch Inn

At Sweetwater Branch Inn, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from University of Florida and Shands at the University of Florida. You can get a morning swim in at the outdoor pool, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. Other highlights at this Victorian bed & breakfast include free bike rentals, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 20 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (10:00 AM - 8:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (10:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
    • Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 75 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited (max 1 space per unit)
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast 7:30 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Traveling with children

  • Mini golf
  • Pool gate

What to do

  • Mini golf
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference space

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 7 buildings/towers
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 35 (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision

Policies

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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Sweetwater Branch
Sweetwater Branch Gainesville
Sweetwater Branch Inn
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Sweetwater Inn
Sweetwater Branch Hotel Gainesville
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Sweetwater Branch Inn Bed & breakfast
Sweetwater Branch Inn Bed & breakfast Gainesville

Frequently asked questions

Does Sweetwater Branch Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sweetwater Branch Inn 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Sweetwater Branch Inn?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Sweetwater Branch Inn?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 75 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Sweetwater Branch Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sweetwater Branch Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 35 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Sweetwater Branch Inn and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes spelunking and ecotours. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Sweetwater Branch Inn also has a garden and access to a nearby outdoor pool.

What's the area around Sweetwater Branch Inn like?

Sweetwater Branch Inn is a short 9-minute drive from Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) and 10 minutes' walk from Hippodrome State Theatre.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Property with Great Staff
Beautiful property and everyone was super nice. Breakfast was so so. It seems like a place that you would expect a fancy B&B breakfast, but it was more like a Holiday Inn Express breakfast, which I like by the way, so its not thatbit was bad at all, I just expected something more. Overall great stay though.
Chad, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Totally over valued! The whole thing about a need and breakfast at these price levels for a small town is the charm of it! It lacks complete charm on the inside of the property , there some charm on the outside ! But inside the owners have not paid any attention to make this place charming and even serve you breakfast in very cheesy paper plates! Their breakfast is also below average , bottom line , I would not get fooled to go to this place again and the only reason we did because they made the pictures look nice!
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing Service!
Tom provided amazing guest services, very pleasant and helpful in every aspect. We had a beautiful cottage and Tom accommodated ALL our needs. We thoroughly enjoyed our stayed and look forward to heading back - thank you!
Karl, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it
Beautiful property! Grounds are beautiful, lots of individual cottages. Our cottage, Lily, was huge! Living room, kitchen, bedroom, porch with jacuzzi tub, large bathroom and large outdoor porch.
ron, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Quaint B&B plus great for a UF weekend.
What a beautiful location central for UF and Gainesville activities. They made you feel welcome from the moment you drives. The cottages were super cute with great history. I enjoyed my little reading book in Lester’s Place and walking the grounds. And the breakfast was so good. You felt welcome, you felt home and you wanted to come back from the moment you left.
Stacey, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

heather, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Julie, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Everything about this place was fabulous. The room was just what you would expect for a B & B. The breakfast was awesome. We would definitely go back there.
Steven M, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The perfect place.
Hayden, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sweet Escape
I love Sweetwater Branch Inn... it is perfect bed and breakfast getaway. My favorite room is the Tea Rose room... because of the huge jacuzzi bathtub & the fireplace.
Victoria, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Myra, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Exceeded expectations
The Sweetwater Inn exceeded our expectations! The grounds are impeccably maintained and create a private sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of downtown and the UF campus. No details were spared at the Inn. Our room was quiet and cozy! From the staff, the pool, the football game shuttle, the complimentary breakfast and guest rooms - all was perfectly presented. We can't wait to return for another visit, go Gators! 🐊
Christina, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This is a beautiful historic and lovingly restored B&B in the heart of Gainesville. The rooms are spacious, the amenities comfortable and the staff friendly
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

One of the best bed and breakfasts I've stayed in the southeast.
Walter, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jennifer, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

joseph, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jean, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely experience
Tina, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stephen, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jacquelyn, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Brandy, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

My best experience at a Hotel!
I was amazed at the uniqueness, originality along with all the beautiful plants, trees and gardens there! Each room is unique in it’s theme, design and it’s pioneer spirit! The artwork and design of the whole park, which it really is, was like being in another world. Whenever I need a getaway place in Gainesville, I will return there. The breakfast had the best variety I’ve seen outside of a banquet hall! A wedding took place there in a large, open area. There’s even a Honeymoon suite in that courtyard! It must have been designed by amazingly talented artists, creative designers and architect professionals, along with those who knew the history of this area of Florida. I sat on the front porch in the evening awhile to relax and play my ocarina, a small clay flute which makes me happy and content. I don’t know of other hotels with porches, and lots of homes had them in neighborhoods I grew up in - in various states. It reminds me of decades past when older folks sat in their rocking chairs after dinner to watch their neighbors walk by and chatted with them. I miss those days, and truly appreciate all the effort and planning that went into each unique room and building in this amazing mini-town 4 blocks wide by 4 blocks square!
Carol, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Cozy and comfortable best describes this gem of a property. Stayed at Giovanni room with individual assigned parking spot. Absolutely loved breakfast. Friendly staff. Wide selection of breakfast items. Delicious and inviting.
Charles, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

General property information

Travelers Say
"Very comfortable room. Enjoyed the grounds and the pool."
Reasons to Book
Comfortable Beds
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM