Downtown Gainesville, FL
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Gainesville Raceway
Catch an event at Gainesville Raceway during your trip to Gainesville. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.
Downtown Gainesville Hotel Deals
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
At check-in we were told our room would be serviced every other day.. Ok. Stayed three nights, room never serviced. Called the front desk to and the person said they’d check with their manager about why the room wasn’t serviced. Who cares, just offer to bring towels. Had to ask for them, Shouldn’t ...
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown
The hotel itself is a little worn and could use a refresh. The mattresses were bad and we woke up both mornings with terrible backaches. The breakfast was horrible and didn’t offer many healthy options. Our room was only half cleaned. One of the beds was made, and the other one was not. Trash was ...
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville
The room, bedding, ac/heat, bar restaurant
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
all good!
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026
Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG
Amazing staff and one of the cleanest properties ever. We love staying here!
Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
Was okay however the bathtub overflow area was rusted and the drain was very corroded in not looking good.
Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Gainesville
Pleasant Street
Though Pleasant Street might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Thomas Center and Hippodrome State Theatre.
Duckpond
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Duckpond and surrounding area, you can visit Thomas Center and Hippodrome State Theatre.
Innovation District
While there might not be top attractions in Innovation District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
University Heights
While University Heights isn't home to many top sights, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Hippodrome State Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.
College Park
While College Park isn't home to many top sights, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Stephen C. O'Connell Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Gateway Park
While Gateway Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
