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Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

Property class: 3

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A modern hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, wooden wardrobe, and large windows offering a view of a cityscape and water feature.
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A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, wooden shelving, a small table, a sofa, and a large window offering a city view.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1514 Southwest 14th Street, Gainesville, FL, 32608
  • Place, University of Florida
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Stephen C. O'Connell Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, and a round table.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 521 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • City view
  • 390 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a wooden stand, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 390 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a wooden stand, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll in Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 390 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A coffee machine with a cup of coffee on a tray, a chair, and coffee pods.

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 390 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a television, and a large window with a view of a body of water and buildings.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(50 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 390 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a view of the city through large windows.

Studio, Lake View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(74 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 331 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A coffee machine with a cup of coffee on a tray, a chair, and coffee pods.

Suite, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 521 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A room with a television mounted on a wooden cabinet, a coffee machine, a small table with a chair, and a countertop with a kettle and bottles.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(113 reviews)
  • City view
  • 390 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A room with a television mounted on a wooden cabinet, a coffee machine, a small table with a chair, and a countertop with a kettle and bottles.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • City view
  • 390 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A coffee machine with a cup of coffee on a tray, a chair, and coffee pods.

Studio, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(89 reviews)
  • City view
  • 331 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, and a view of buildings through large windows.

Double Room Lake View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a small table with a chair, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe King Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Gainesville

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as University of Florida and Shands at the University of Florida. This 173-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • University of Florida - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Depot Park - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Stephen C. O'Connell Center - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

Guests staying at Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida enjoy a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a banquet hall. Valet parking is available for USD 25 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 55-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, free local calls, and safes.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 25 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 100 per person
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

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Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 100 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 25 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida Hotel
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida Gainesville
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida Hotel Gainesville

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida?

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida?

As of Sep 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida on Sep 27, 2026 start from $191, including 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.

What's there to do near Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the hotel's walkable location in Gainesville, which is close to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Stephen C. O'Connell Center, and University of Florida Bat Houses. You'll also find Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park and Curtis M. Phillips Center within a short drive.

Does Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida include a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida for a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per day.

How far is the airport from Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida?

The closest major airport to Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida is Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV), which is 7.6 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1024 out of 1292 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 1292 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1292 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1292 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1292 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abraham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room layout, the cleanliness, the staff and the bar/cafe. 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location would definitely stay againI’m
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lenka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the size of the room and amenities! Truly unique hotel and very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean rooms, wonderful bar/restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get everywhere you need to on campus. Food was good and rooms were clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was gorgeous and the staff were extremely helpful and everyone was super polite!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful first stay! Staff was helpful and the room had a great layout. Room was very clean. Onsite restaurant was perfect for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay in every way!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
quick stay but enjoyable. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MaryAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room great staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed, staff and restaurant bar was amazing. Just wish there was a rooftop pool
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and nice staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
easy stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yusaku

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the best hotels we have ever stayed in!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ROCHELLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Room was very nice. Nothing negative to say.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MARY JO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, chic, cozy, and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Valet did their thing. They were in point! Hotel is nice. We didn’t get to enjoy any amenities due to short stay but what we did experience was well worth the money!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

CLAUDE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was quiet, super clean, and well furnished; staff was very friendly/courteous/helpful. Also, valet parking was unusually responsive/efficient! The courtesy transportation to UF Shands Hospital was an unexpected bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our favorite Gainesville hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stefania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to the downtown core. Perfect hotel if you’re touring UF. Love that you can get your steps in by walking the path around the pond and enjoy the sunrise at the same time.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure staying here
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

JASON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Nice facilities. Clean room. Valet parking is operated well. A little dated, could be more for the price, but overall very nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean and excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026