Holiday Inn Gainesville-University Center by IHG | Hotel in Gainesville

| 7.4 (180 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly  5 Bathrooms  14 Guests
University Heights Hotel | Holiday Inn Gainesville-University Center by IHG

Hotel in University Heights, Gainesville

Located only 361 feet from the University of Florida and the Innovation District, this Gainesville hotel features a rooftop pool with a surrounding sun terrace. Complimentary inroom WiFi access is provided. A cable TV with premium channels and a desk are featured in each Holiday Inn Gainesville-University Center room. Coffee-making facilities, a microwave, and a small refrigerator are also included. A business center, room service, and a 24-hour front desk are provided for guests' convenience. An on-site fitness center is available complimentary, and the Gainesville hotel also offers guests access to a nearby fitness facility for a surcharge. Located on site, Piesanos Pints and Pies serves Italian cuisines, including stone-fire pizzas. Guests can also enjoy a rotating offering of 40 craft beers. The Florida Museum of Natural History is 0.9 mi from the Holiday Inn hotel, while Hippodrome State Theater is 1 mi away. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium is a 3 minutes' drive from the property.

Holiday Inn Gainesville-University Center by IHG is located in Gainesville.

This 253 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Air Conditioner, Designated Smoking Area, View, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 180 reviews with the average score of 7.4 . Coming to Gainesville and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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1250 West University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601, USA

Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Bar
  • Snack bar
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kids' meals
  • Restaurant
Parking
  • Free parking
  • Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Private Parking
  • Accessible parking
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Visual aids (tactile signs)
  • Lowered sink
  • Visual aids (Braille)
  • Raised toilet
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Happy hour
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness
General
  • Safe
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Elevator
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Designated smoking area
  • Pet friendly
Guest Services
  • Express check-in/out
  • Business center
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Dry cleaning
  • ATM on site
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Laundry
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Internet
  • Free Wifi
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Outdoor pool
Security/Safety
  • Key card access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Face masks for guests available
  • First aid kits available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool with view
  • Fenced pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Shallow end
  • Rooftop pool
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Special conditions
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed and charges may apply.
We have eliminated our business center. we are no longer providing room service. renovation work will be carried out from 1/1/2025 to 7/31/2025. the following facilities will be closed: select guestrooms/floors. our parking lot renovations are underway. during this time the parking lot entrance on 13th street will be closed. all onsite parking will be located on the east side of the building. entrance to the hotel and piesanos will be filtered through the breezeway. please follow signage upon arriving.guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
6.44
Location:
9.08
Staff:
8.51
Facilities:
6.74
Comfort:
7.46
Cleanliness:
7.25
Terri
Sep 28, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
USA
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Standard Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 28 m2
2 Full bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed
Standard Room

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Shower, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower cap, Toilet, Private bathroom, Body soap, Towels, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower

Media & Technology

Cable channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

General

Interconnecting room(s) available, Key card access, Iron, Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Heating, Air conditioning, Trash cans

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Microwave, Refrigerator

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Standard King Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 28 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Standard King Room

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Shower, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower cap, Toilet, Private bathroom, Body soap, Towels, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower

Media & Technology

Cable channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

General

Interconnecting room(s) available, Key card access, Iron, Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Heating, Air conditioning, Trash cans

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Microwave, Refrigerator

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Standard King Room with Minifridge
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 28 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Standard King Room with Minifridge

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Shower, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower cap, Toilet, Private bathroom, Body soap, Towels, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower

Media & Technology

Cable channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

General

Interconnecting room(s) available, Key card access, Iron, Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Heating, Air conditioning, Trash cans

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Microwave, Refrigerator

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Linens

View

City view, Pool view

Accessibility

Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Premium Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 28 m2
2 Queen bed(s) Bed
Premium Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Shower, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower cap, Toilet, Private bathroom, Body soap, Towels, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower

Media & Technology

Cable channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

General

Interconnecting room(s) available, Key card access, Iron, Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Heating, Air conditioning, Trash cans

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Microwave, Refrigerator

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Linens

View

City view, Pool view

Accessibility

Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Standard Room with Two Queen Beds
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 28 m2
2 Queen bed(s) Bed
Standard Room with Two Queen Beds

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Hairdryer, Toilet paper, Shower, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower cap, Toilet, Private bathroom, Body soap, Towels, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower

Media & Technology

Cable channels, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

General

Interconnecting room(s) available, Key card access, Iron, Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Heating, Air conditioning, Trash cans

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Kitchen

Microwave, Refrigerator

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

FAQ's

Is this University Heights hotel pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at University Heights hotel?

Check-in time for University Heights hotel starts counting from 4:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the University Heights hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, this University Heights hotel has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in University Heights hotel?

Best-rates for the University Heights hotel starts from $142 per night with includes Child Friendly, Kitchen, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Guest Services, Breakfast, Laundry, Air Conditioner, Designated Smoking Area, View, Wheelchair Accessible, Ocean View, Oceanfront, Internet, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Fireplace/Heating, Entertainment, Pet Friendly, Pool, Security/Safety, Business Services, Restaurant, Bar with all other facilities. Cabinns.ca™ offers a wide range of accommodation options for all types of travelers. Our goal is to match every traveler with their perfect cabin, resort, or rental while providing a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Is University Heights hotel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 3 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the University Heights hotel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the University Heights hotel is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the University Heights hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the University Heights hotel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for University Heights hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the University Heights hotel are as follows: Special conditions Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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