Holiday Inn Gainesville-University Center by IHG

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Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts
7.6 (394 reviews)
1250 West University Avenue , Gainesville , us

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and comfortable rooms
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Noise from neighboring rooms
Inconsistent breakfast quality
Issues with reservation handling

Categories

Cleanliness
8.33
Clean rooms and facilities were frequently praised.
Service
8.5
Friendly and helpful staff, although some issues were raised regarding reservation processes.
Location
8.34
Excellent location close to the University of Florida.
Room Quality
7.29
Rooms were generally good, but some concerns about sound isolation.
Amenities
7.32
Decent amenities, but some mentioned the absence of a hot tub.
Value for Money
6.78
Good value for clean and comfortable rooms, though rates can vary significantly.
Food and Beverage
6.83
Breakfast quality was inconsistent.
Overall Experience
7.4
Overall a positive experience despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 07:30

Property Description

Rooftop Pool and Sun Terrace

Enjoy a refreshing dip in our rooftop pool or soak up the sun on the surrounding terrace, just steps away from the University of Florida and the Innovation District.

Convenient Amenities

Relax in rooms equipped with a cable TV, premium channels, and a workspace. Stay connected with complimentary in-room WiFi and make use of coffee-making facilities, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

Dining and Fitness Options

Indulge in Italian cuisine and craft beers at Piesanos Pints and Pies on-site. Keep up with your fitness routine at the complimentary fitness centre or opt for access to a nearby facility.

Book your stay at the Holiday Inn Gainesville-University Center for a perfect blend of comfort and convenience amidst the vibrant city life.

Important information:

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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: GNV

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 394 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.33
Service: 8.5
Location: 8.34
Room Quality: 7.29
Amenities: 7.32
Value for Money: 6.78
Food and Beverage: 6.83
Overall Experience: 7.4
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lisa • family_with_children • us
7
Great location close to campus perfect for our tour of UF but can hear the siren!
Pros:

It was clean and comfortable and close to UF

Cons:

It was on a major street and there were so many ambulances that first night hard to sleep

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Alida • solo_traveller • us
9
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Kevin • solo_traveller • us
10
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Orestis • extended_group • nl
8
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Michele • solo_traveller • it
10
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Isabel • couple • us
10
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Heiko • solo_traveller • gb
5
Great location, friendly staff, clean, but noisy air-conditioning.
Pros:

Comfortable double bed, mini fridge in room, friendly staff, gym and pool. Very central location for the University of Florida campus.

Cons:

The air-conditioning units made a lot of noise, so we did not sleep well and only for a couple of hours each night. Even after switching the AC off in our room, the one from the other rooms hummed really loudly.

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Mahes • solo_traveller • us
10
Great value close to UF
Pros:

Walking distance from UF and close to restaurants and free parking. Very good made to order breakfast. Clean and spacious rooms with comfortable beds.

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • couple • us
8
Pros:

Room was very clean and comfortable. Linen was clean and room smelled clean and fresh.

Cons:

Pool water temperature was way too cold and made swimming in it very uncomfortable and limited time spent in the pool, Water temperature is expected to be cooler than the air temperature within eight to ten degrees, but it felt more like 15 to 20 degrees colder. Also, the pool area was spacious and offered plenty of room for lounging, however the area lacked character and appeal and was very bland almost dreary. The pool itself is old and needs upgrading! Inside the pool were areas of rust and mold especially on the bottom around the edges. Spruce it up! Add some palm trees, greenery, pool-scapes, piped in music, flamingos, shrubs, etc...

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Randi • extended_group • us
8
Pros:

Location, Cleanliness, the beds.

Cons:

Too pricey

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • family_with_children • us
3
decent value---- if carpet not being replaced.
Pros:

clean sheets, helpful staff, decent value, [public] parking nearby for fee

Cons:

STRONG smell of glue in room and in stairwell. TOXIC. staff kindly moved us to another room [hope they didt actually try to rent out the offgassing rooms. [need carbon based air cleaners in there]. staff mentioned they coudl not use a "green" or healthy glue due to flame retardant requirements.. ?? I'd be surprised of there is not a healthy alternative that exists. ALso we chose it because we understood there was ON SITE parking but had to walk from public parking garage to our hotel a block away.

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Ian • couple • gb
9
All in all a vey enjoyable stay.
Pros:

Convenient location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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7
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Tony • family_with_children • us
6
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Jose • couple • us
6
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Ferguson • couple • us
9
2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Gokkan • couple • us
10
2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Melenie • couple • us
10
Pros:

The place was very clean. The A/C was wonderful and the location was great!

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Yasminda • extended_group • us
8
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Maureen • family_with_children • us
9
2026-04-08 • via Nuitee