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Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near University of Florida

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Outdoor pool
Lobby
Lobby
Free buffet breakfast
Outdoor pool

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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4110 SW 40th Boulevard, Gainesville, FL, 32608
  • Place, Fred Bear Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Florida
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Celebration Pointe Dog Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(52 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(133 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Gainesville

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands is located within a mile (2 km) of Regal Butler Town Center and Fred Bear Museum. This 74-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Fred Bear Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Regal Butler Town Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Regal Celebration Pointe - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • University of Florida - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Celebration Pointe Dog Park - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

Hotel with free breakfast, near University of Florida
At Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is included with your stay. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning or laundry, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, a 24-hour business center, and a seasonal outdoor pool.
32-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include microwaves, coffee makers, and free newspapers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and 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

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free rollaway/extra beds are available
  • Free cribs/infant beds are 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from January to December.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?

This hotel is located in Gainesville, close to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Florida Museum of Natural History, and Curtis M. Phillips Center. You'll also find Kanapaha Botanical Gardens and University of Florida Bat Houses within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands have a casino?

No, Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from January until December.

Is Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool and free breakfast plus some guestrooms include jetted bathtubs.

Are there hot tubs at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands offers free buffet breakfast though there is no restaurant.

Does Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands though service animals are welcome.

Does Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?

The closest major airport to Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands is Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV), which is 11 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands.

Reviews

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 604 out of 1027 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 257 out of 1027 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1027 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1027 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1027 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is clean. The front lobby had cookies, coffee, and popcorn at check-in (and candy too . . . It was Halloween night). Breakfast had a nice variety of food.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So so. I wish they had plain yogurt.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lots of nice amenities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

crystal

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great 2 might stay while in Gainesville. Convenient location to Alachua Sports and Event Center. The lobby offered free popcorn and the coffee bar was great! Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Omar, Miami

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We planned to check in and find some place for lunch, but they had a free burgers and hot dogs “tailgate,” so we ate there, then relaxed for an hour before taking the free shuttle to the game. Unexpected surprise that we loved!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay. The bed was comfy. Had plenty of pillows too! Had all projects needed for a shower. Breakfast had a good selection to choose from. Pool was nice and cool on a hot day. Definitely will be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

UF Staple

Pleasantly surprised and will now my staple when visiting my son at UF. Room was clean, beds were comfortable and service desk was awesome! Till next time !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kim, Panama City Beach

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay. Spacious room. Were able to check in early.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice place for the cost

Hotel has nice amenities for its guests, including coffee and popcorn and cookies, and they ran a shuttle to and from the stadium. Inside of rooms is nice enough, with plenty of pillows and towels and it was relatively clean. The staff was really pleasant and went out of their way to be helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, the greeting from staff was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect as expected.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay! Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Travis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dave

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, very friendly and helpful front desk. Convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
We love this little hotel! Everyone is so friendly. The sweet lady who makes the breakfast, is very shy, but does a great job of making sure there is plenty of HOT food and the cold food is cold. My only complaint is, the hotel itself needs to be better maintained. Our bathroom has some tiles missing and some that needed repair as well as there has been a repair started but never finished. However, this has no bearing in the wonderful people who work there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Satisfied with my stay. Breakfast is pretty good. And you get free cookies in the lobby
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Eddie

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serhiy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, decent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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