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Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

2.5 star property
Hotel near University of Florida in Gainesville

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Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool
Free buffet breakfast
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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4110 SW 40th Boulevard, Gainesville, FL, 32608
  • University of Florida
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Shands at the University of Florida
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(127 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Gainesville

Heart of Gainesville.You'll find University of Florida and Regal Butler Town Center within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Fred Bear Museum and Regal Celebration Pointe are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Florida - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • 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
  • ‪Blaze Pizza - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

Hotel near University of Florida in Gainesville
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour business center and meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is served. A terrace, a vending machine, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands. Self parking is free.

This Gainesville hotel is smoke free.

  • 74 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands offers 74 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in January and close in December.
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 578 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 248 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1008 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mariana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dining options nearby, staff and service were great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly greeting at check-in. Everyone is always nice. Property is well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Gustavo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
We had a reservation and explicitly requested a room with 2 queen beds. We were given a room with a king bed and told that the hotel was full. No apologies, much less a price reduction for the inconvenience. It was not right.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Medical visit.

Excellent check in and customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ralph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place, decent breakfast, 24 hour coffee and popcorn. Just wish they would improve the taste of the coffee, tastes like freeze dried.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

RIMA

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
rusting bathtub, uncomfortable beds, old stinky carpets
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sorry nothing unique.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good, room cold and comfy perfect for a good night’s sleep
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very quiet, convenient, and clean. I loved the fact that they had hot breakfast., they also had cookies and popcorn for the guests in the afternoon.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clara

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Stacy

Good nights sleep
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Business traveller
Noisy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

leonardo

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marta E

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

From check in to check out it was good, cookies and popcorn in lobby, fantastic well maintained hot breakfast! Joy very thorough at check in. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is exceptional!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was extremely easy. Love the free hot breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Manuel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Héctor

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025