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A large, two-story house with a porch, multiple windows, and a chimney.

A gazebo with a white exterior and a dark roof, surrounded by a brick pathway and lush greenery.

A cozy living room with a Christmas tree, a fireplace with stockings, and a view through a window.

A garden with a stone fountain, a gazebo, and a winding brick path.

1. Sweetwater Branch Inn

0.2 km from Matheson History Museum

Jose

￥19,667

￥22,125 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden ceiling.

A staircase with dark wooden steps leading to a landing with a small table and chair.

A porch with two Adirondack chairs, a wooden door, and a sign reading "Downtown Studio Depot Village".

A modern building with a unique facade featuring a grid of colorful panels.

2. Depot Village

0.5 km from Matheson History Museum

Trisha

￥9,156

￥20,850 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern building with a curved facade, a landscaped pathway, and a body of water in the foreground.

A bartender pouring a drink into a glass.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a water feature, and modern buildings in the background.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, wooden wardrobe, and large windows offering a view of a cityscape and water feature.

3. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

2.6 km from Matheson History Museum

Diane

￥24,116

￥27,130 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern interior with a staircase, a seating area, and a colorful abstract wall design.

A modern hotel lobby with a round table featuring two drinks, a sofa, and a colorful wall art piece.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, a small table, and a fire pit.

A modern bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

4. Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

Downtown Gainesville, 0.4 km from Matheson History Museum

maria

￥15,107

￥16,995 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.

A fire pit area surrounded by stone tiles, with a metal fence in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a window.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with chairs and ottomans, a large artwork, and a corridor leading to other rooms.

5. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

3.2 km from Matheson History Museum

Gladys

￥13,041

￥14,671 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

An outdoor kitchen with a grill, a table, and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a dining table, and a small office area.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dishwasher, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a TV.

6. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

2.8 km from Matheson History Museum

Dylan

￥17,062

￥19,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern outdoor lounge area with a fire feature, seating, and a view of a pool.

The exterior of the AC Hotel Gainesville with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance, large potted plants, and a well-lit facade.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, a glass table, and a bar area with various bottles.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV, and a view of greenery through the window.

7. AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown

College Park, 2 km from Matheson History Museum

SORAIDA

￥23,767

￥26,738 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An outdoor patio area with string lights, potted plants, and outdoor furniture.

A modern bar area with a counter, stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A double bed with white bedding and multiple pillows, a wooden headboard, and a framed picture on the wall.

A restaurant with a counter, seating area, and a TV screen.

8. Gainesville Lodge

0.8 km from Matheson History Museum

Justin

￥13,232

￥14,887 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a sofa, a table, and a lamp.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large wall advertisement.

A snack and treat display area with refrigerated sections and shelves stocked with various snacks.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, a prominent signage for Hampton Inn & Suites, and a parking area with several cars.

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown

Downtown Gainesville, 0.3 km from Matheson History Museum

Graziella

￥14,157

￥15,927 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A spacious living area with a curved ceiling, a large flat-screen TV, and a modern sofa.

A modern interior with a seating area, large windows, and a stone wall with a menu.

A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, a flat-screen TV, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and large window with curtains.

10. Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG

University Heights, 1.8 km from Matheson History Museum

Joseph

￥15,782

￥17,755 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A two-story motel with a sign indicating it is a Quality Inn by Choice Hotels.

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a fence, and a small building with a door and a window.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom.

A hotel reception desk with a clock, a sign for 'Quality by Choice Hotels', and a 'Welcome' sign.

11. Quality Inn Gainesville near University

3 km from Matheson History Museum

Melissa

￥11,954

￥13,449 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A dining area with a round table, chairs, a chandelier, and a spiral staircase with a view to the outside.

A yellow building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a parking lot.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a coffee machine, and a microwave.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

12. University Inn Gainesville

2.6 km from Matheson History Museum

Jhonny

￥8,879

￥9,989 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A building with a covered entrance, potted plants, and a Coca-Cola vending machine.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a computer monitor, a framed picture of the University of Florida, a fish skeleton decoration, and a magazine rack.

A room with two blue chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and two abstract paintings on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a red bedspread and white pillows. There is a nightstand with a lamp and a phone between the beds. The room has a dark wall with a framed picture above the left bed.

13. Value Lodge

2.8 km from Matheson History Museum

Rosa Helena

￥11,561

￥13,007 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A spacious lobby with a sectional sofa, a wooden cabinet, and a television mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, a large headboard, bedside lamps, and a view of the outdoors through sheer curtains.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a cityscape, a blue armchair, and a small table with a lamp.

14. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

7.2 km from Matheson History Museum

Shirley

￥16,184

￥18,207 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A modern bar area with a long counter, green bar stools, and a television displaying a golf game.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large TV.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, pendant lighting, and a dining area with a sofa and chairs.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75

6.7 km from Matheson History Museum

Jesse

￥18,344

￥20,637 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a gazebo, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a stone facade.

A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a phone, a lamp, and a window with a view.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee pods and cups.

A conference room with a long table, yellow chairs, a bowl of oranges, and framed geometric patterns on the wall.

16. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

7.2 km from Matheson History Museum

Alex

￥14,953

￥16,822 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel room with a sofa, a TV on a wooden stand, a bed with white bedding, a small table, and a painting on the wall.

17. Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

7.3 km from Matheson History Museum

Alex

￥22,198

￥24,972 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a wooden floor, a red armchair, a beige sofa, a TV, and framed artwork on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a sofa, and artwork on the wall.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a round coffee table, and a fireplace.

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

7.6 km from Matheson History Museum

Henry

￥13,770

￥15,492 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, a TV, and a dining table with a glass and cookie.

A conference room with a long wooden table, beige chairs, water bottles, and a large flat-screen TV on the wall.

19. Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

7.9 km from Matheson History Museum

Arleana

￥19,064

￥21,661 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a large bathtub, and green walls.

Outdoor lounge chairs with metal frames and fabric seats, arranged in rows.

A breakfast bar with a juice dispenser, cereal boxes, and fruit bowls.

A Sleep Inn & Suites building with a clear entrance, a covered waiting area, and a parking lot.

20. Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

7.2 km from Matheson History Museum

prakasa Babu

￥11,661

￥13,986 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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Compare popular hotels close to Matheson History Museum

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Sweetwater Branch Inn	9.8 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
Depot Village	9.6 Exceptional 163 reviews	View
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida	9.4 Exceptional 1,293 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown	9.2 Wonderful 1,231 reviews	View
Comfort Suites Gainesville near University	9.2 Wonderful 1,475 reviews	View

Top Matheson History Museum Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Which and easy to airport"

Sweetwater Branch Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property - we love staying here."

Gainesville Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"I loveeddd my stay and all of the staff. Everyone was so helpful & Christy made my stay beyond comfortable! I will definitely be starting again when I visit again 💗"

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay!"

7 BR/ 7 BA, Huge Porches, Perfect for an Event

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was clean and beautifully decorated. We all had a wonderful time. Very classy victorian mansion."

Depot Village

8/10 Good

"Our biggest issue was the setup of the bathroom. With no shower curtain or door, anytime we took a shower, the floor and everything else in the small space got wet and made the floor slippery. The hot water didn't last long either. The only other issue was there is nowhere to just sit in the living space other than two small stools at the bar. Would love to have had somewhere to sit other than the bed."

!!Duck Pond Charming 3bed 2 bath house!!

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient and quiet location, has good parking, spacious historic house."

University House - 8 Bedrooms - Walk to UF / Stadium

8/10 Good

"All bathroom sink and shower drains smell and need to be cleaned."

Amazing 2br 2ba with Loft C

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place near downtown"

Other attractions near Matheson History Museum

A historic building with columns and an American flag, surrounded by trees and other buildings.

Hippodrome State Theatre

7.8/10 (8 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Hippodrome State Theatre during your stay in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Depot Park

Find out about the history of Gainesville when you spend time at Depot Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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A row of brick buildings with red roofs and a church steeple in the background.

University of Florida

9.4/10 (3,227 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area around University of Florida, a top college in Gainesville. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.

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A football stadium filled with spectators and cheerleaders.

Ben Hill Griffin Stadium

9.0/10 (1,220 reviews)

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.

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Thomas Center

8.2/10 (160 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Thomas Center during your stay in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention during your trip to Gainesville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Stephen C. O'Connell Center

9.0/10 (44 reviews)

Catch an event at Stephen C. O'Connell Center during your trip to Gainesville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Florida National Scenic Trail

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Florida National Scenic Trail during your travels to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Matheson History Museum?

Matheson History Museum is located in a welcoming area of Gainesville that travelers like for its festivals and theater scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 132 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Matheson History Museum?

Adjacent to Matheson History Museum, Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good choices within a short distance include Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown and Gainesville Lodge.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Matheson History Museum?

Expedia has 132 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Matheson History Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Matheson History Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Matheson History Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Matheson History Museum?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Matheson History Museum, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Matheson History Museum?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Florida Museum of Natural History and Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art. Sights like Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Thomas Center highlight some of the local culture. You can enjoy live performances at Curtis M. Phillips Center and Hippodrome State Theatre.

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Our top choices for Matheson History Museum hotels

1. Sweetwater Branch Inn

2. Depot Village

3. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

4. Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

5. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

6. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

7. AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown

8. Gainesville Lodge

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown

10. Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG

11. Quality Inn Gainesville near University

12. University Inn Gainesville

13. Value Lodge

14. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75

16. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

17. Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

19. Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

20. Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

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Top Matheson History Museum Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown

Sweetwater Branch Inn

Gainesville Lodge

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

7 BR/ 7 BA, Huge Porches, Perfect for an Event

Depot Village

!!Duck Pond Charming 3bed 2 bath house!!

University House - 8 Bedrooms - Walk to UF / Stadium

Amazing 2br 2ba with Loft C

Other attractions near Matheson History Museum

Hippodrome State Theatre

Depot Park

University of Florida

Ben Hill Griffin Stadium

Thomas Center

Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention

Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Florida National Scenic Trail

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