Hotels in Gainesville, FL

Gainesville Hotel Reservations

Gainesville, FL is home to the University of Florida, and all the activities that come with Florida's premier university.

With everything from football games to graduation ceremonies bringing ten of thousands of visitors to Gaineville, securing a desirable hotel takes careful planning. Be sure to make your reservations several months in advance and recheck your reservations a few times before traveling to Gainesville.

Alachua, Florida Hotel Reservations

Alachua is about 15 miles northeast of Gainesville, FL and offers several nice hotel options for those seeking an alternative to Gainesville.

Florida Gator Football Home Games 2025

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August 30, 2025 Long Island University (LIU)

September 6, 2025 South Florida

October 4, 2025 Texas

October 18, 2025 Mississippi State

November 1, 2025 Georgia (Jacksonville, FL)

November 22, 2025 Tennessee

November 29, 2025 Florida State

A great way to experience a football game is to rent an RV and get set up for the pre-game party in comfort. And after the game, relax while all the traffic flows around you.

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Gator Football at the Swamp

Gainesville, Florida Hotels. Gainesville is home of the University of Florida and their always exciting Gator football at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. There is nothing like a home game at UF and faithful football fans know the excitement of game day in Gainesville. Don't miss this season. Plan ahead with tickets and lodging.

University of Florida Basketball at Exactech Arena

UF also boasts a championship basketball team that is in the hunt for the final four every year. Home game Gator basketball tickets are available at a discount.

UF Women's Basketball

Women's basketball at the University of Florida has been a major success with teams frequently moving on to post season tournaments as is the case this year. 

Florida Gator Baseball at Florida Ballpark

The University of Florida baseball team is always a contender in the Southeast Conference and this year is no exception.

University of Florida Performing Arts and other UF Activities

Performing Arts at UF

Concerts, dance, and other entertainment as presented by the University of Florida Perfuming Arts Department at various venues in Gainesville, FL. See calendar of events here.

University of Florida Graduation

The many colleges of the University of Florida hold graduation ceremonies in May, August, and December of each year. These graduation ceremonies attract thousands of family and friends to the Gainesville area and hotel rooms become scarce. Book early to assure your lodging needs are met for graduation day.

University of Florida Move-In Weekend

Thousands of new students and anxious parents descend on Gaineville, FL for move-in weekend in August of each year. Make your reservations early.

University of Florida Conferences

The University of Florida hosts numerous conference throughout the year that require nearby accommodations at reasonable prices.

Other Gainesville Attractions

Gainesville is also home to the Florida Museum of Natural History, Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, and the Fred Bear Museum.