Heart of Gainesville.Within a 15-minute walk of the motel, you'll find University of Florida and Hippodrome State Theatre. Also, Matheson History Museum is within half a mile (1 km) and Thomas Center is within 2 miles (3 km).
Stephen C. O'Connell Center - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
Getting around
Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 10 min drive
Restaurants
Loosey's Downtown - 4 min walk
Alpin Bistro - 4 min walk
The Bull - 5 min walk
The Top - 5 min walk
Dunkin' - 2 min walk
About this property
Gainesville Lodge
Motel near University of Florida in Gainesville
Gainesville Lodge offers its guests a vending machine and a television in a common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Gainesville motel.
38 guestrooms or units
Front desk (limited hours)
Television in lobby
Smoking in designated areas
Gainesville Lodge offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Cable television is provided.
Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and microwaves can be requested.
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Things to do
TV in common areas
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille/raised signage
Handrails in stairways
Lever door handles
No elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Room amenities
Entertainment
50-inch TV with cable channels
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Microwave on request
Mini-fridge
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Phone
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code, front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Gainesville Lodge
Gainesville Lodge Motel
Gainesville Lodge Gainesville
Gainesville Lodge Motel Gainesville
Frequently asked questions
How close is Gainesville Lodge to the airport?
Gainesville Lodge is 5.2 mi (10-min drive) away from the Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Gainesville Lodge?
As of May 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gainesville Lodge on May 31, 2026 start from CA $116, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Gainesville Lodge have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Gainesville Lodge.
Does Gainesville Lodge offer free breakfast?
Gainesville Lodge does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Gainesville Lodge?
No, there is no casino at this motel.
What time is check-in at Gainesville Lodge?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Gainesville Lodge?
This motel offers free self parking.
Does Gainesville Lodge have a pool?
Gainesville Lodge does not have a pool.
Does Gainesville Lodge have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this motel.
How close is Gainesville Lodge to downtown Gainesville?
Gainesville Lodge is 0.2 mi away from Gainesville.
Gainesville Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The remote for tv did not work. The shower looked like it had black mold in it. The pool was unuseable. Thank god the ac worked. The toilet seat was lose from the toilet. On the plus side there was coffee but you had to walk to the office to get it.
Hotel was only supposed to be 63.00 and ended up being $77.00. It was old, bathroom looked filthy. I was scared to take a shower. Looked better on site.
Michelle
6/10 Okay
Tom, Fort Lauderdale FL
Feb 10, 2015
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Convenient to UF campus and downtown area
Very helpful staff, good facilities recently renovated.
Tom
6/10 Okay
Hopper, Los Angeles, California
Feb 1, 2015
Liked: Staff & service
Just a simple cheap motel in the midst of downtown
I was staying here for a couple nights while moving out of my apt in Gainesville which is close by. If they renovate the property, get rid of all the nasty musty carpeting, some flat screen TVs and high-speed internet, they can raise the prices a lot. GNV in general does not have good hotels, so even less to be expected from a motel.
The internet was very slow and iffy, so I ended up going to the UF library.
Having stayed at the Hilton UF Conference center for a much higher rate and basically getting similar service in a far flung location, I can say this: save your money and stay at this cheap dingy motel in a much better location in downtown GNV. Spend the money you saved to go to a nice restaurant, drink at a bar close by and walk back to Gainesville lodge.