Located near the University of Florida, Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands offers a warm welcome with breakfast and dry cleaning services. Take advantage of in-room WiFi, unwind at the seasonal pool or gym, and enjoy convenient amenities like laundry services. Guests rave about the helpful staff and location.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Pool
Non-smoking
Gym
Laundry facilities
Free parking
24/7 front desk
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Outdoor pool
Fitness center
Seasonal outdoor pool
24-hour business center
Business center
Meeting rooms
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Vending machine
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
For families (6)
Children stay free
Free cribs/infant beds
Microwave
Premium TV channels
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
$86 nightly
The total price is $97
$97 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Total includes taxes and fees
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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
14 reviews
(14 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
5 reviews
(5 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
48 reviews
(48 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
10 reviews
(10 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
129 reviews
(129 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Florida Museum of Natural History - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Oaks Mall - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
Shands at the University of Florida - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
Getting around
Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 7 min walk
McDonald's - 4 min walk
Chick-fil-A - 10 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 6 min walk
Texas Roadhouse - 7 min walk
About this property
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands puts you within a 10-minute drive of University of Florida and Shands at the University of Florida. For a bit of exercise, you can visit the fitness center or go for a swim in the outdoor pool. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
74 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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
Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Working away
24-hour business center
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Facilities
Terrace
Fitness center
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Visual alarms in hallways
Grab bar in shower
Lever door handles
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Pool hoist on site
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LCD TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Alarm clock
Free crib/infant bed
Free rollaway/extra bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
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Daily housekeeping
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from January to December
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands 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 Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?
Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands and nearby?
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands has an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
What's the area around Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands like?
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands puts you in the heart of Gainesville. Popular attractions include University of Florida, which is 2 minutes away by car.
Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
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Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently excellent with a variety of hot and cold options available. (100 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Aug 17, 2025
Friendly staff, decent breakfast.
Serhiy
Serhiy, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 14, 2025
Nice clean property with friendly staff. I would stay here again.
Jorge
Jorge, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 17, 2025
Good stay
Second time he here
Good breakfast
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 11, 2025
The staff were so friendly , the breakfast was great and the room was very nice and comfy !
Laura
Laura, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 17, 2025
The property was an older building, but everything was clean and the breakfast was great.
Ingrid
Ingrid, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 4, 2025
Room was clean and hotel was quiet
Janel
Janel, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 27, 2025
Love the service and friendly staff
Lakeisha
Lakeisha, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 15, 2025
The staff was AMAZING! EVERYBODY, the front desk to housekeeping to maintenance to the lady doing the morning breakfast, AWESOME. Definitely, better than the average free breakfast too....
JJ
JJ, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 16, 2025
Perfect location for my quick visit to the area. Highly recommended.
Judith
Judith, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 28, 2025
Very friendly people
Kimberly
Kimberly, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 1, 2025
Front desk staff was AMAZING!! She was the sweetest and nicest I’ve had at a hotel in a long time!!! Also VERY caring!!
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
May 5, 2025
Dining options nearby, staff and service were great.
Mariana
Mariana, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 27, 2025
Location and nearby amenities are great and the property itself is good. However, the elevator needs to be properly maintained and cleaned. Breakfast is wonderful and the staff is excellent, professional and friendly.
Adriana
Adriana, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 15, 2025
The hotel was very nice, very clean, staff was very accommodating. It was affordable and overalll a good deal for the money. It was close to several places of interest. I would definately stay there again and highly recommend it.
Wendy
Wendy, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 16, 2025
like the locaton, parking, area, close to shoping and hospital, staff service, clean room, breakfast, hot water and coffee, ..
Dehai
Dehai, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 15, 2025
Everything was great
Terrence
Terrence, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 27, 2025
Courteous staff
Amalia
Amalia, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 15, 2025
Overnight Stay
Clean, pretty quiet and decent, hot breakfast.
Todd
Todd, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 10, 2025
Staff at front desk very friendly. Room can use some updates like the carpet and chair. Very small pool.
DeCheryl
DeCheryl, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 18, 2025
Great hotel with friendly staff
Marina
Marina, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 13, 2025
Nice people
Tracy
Tracy, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 15, 2025
Clean, great parking.
Jon
Jon, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 16, 2025
Clean, courteous staff and great breakfast
Vinnie
Vinnie, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 2, 2025
Service is good, breakfast good. Price is very good. Very convenient