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Aloft Gainesville University Area

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to University of Florida
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
February 2025

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Lounge
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Interior
aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
The price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb

Explore the area

Map
3743 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL, 32607
  • Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • University of Florida
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Florida Museum of Natural History
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for aloft, Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for aloft, Room, 1 King Bed

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Gainesville

At Aloft Gainesville University Area you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of University of Florida and Florida Museum of Natural History. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool, free self-parking and a 24-hour gym. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. 1400 square feet (130 square metres) of event facilities include 3 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .With a stay at this 3-property class Gainesville hotel, you'll be 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Shands at the University of Florida and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

What's nearby

  • University of Florida - 10 min walk
  • Florida Museum of Natural History - 10 min walk
  • Shands at the University of Florida - 6 min drive
  • Oaks Mall - 6 min drive
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gumby's Pizza - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Metro Diner - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Las Carretas - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Aloft Gainesville University Area

Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to University of Florida
Aloft Gainesville University Area offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and 3 meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 1400 square feet (130 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Aloft Gainesville University Area also features a terrace, laundry facilities, and a corner/local shop. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Gainesville hotel is smoke free.

  • 146 guestrooms or units
  • 1400 sq ft of conference space
  • 130 sq. m of conference space
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front desk safe
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Aloft Gainesville University Area offers 146 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Gainesville hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; USD 8.50 for adults and USD 8.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,400 square feet of conference space
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 8.50 for adults and from USD 8.50 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. 
    This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Aloft Gainesville University Area Hotel
Aloft University Area Hotel
Aloft University Area
Aloft Gainesville University Area Hotel
Aloft Gainesville University Area Gainesville
Aloft Gainesville University Area a Marriott Hotel
Aloft Gainesville University Area Hotel Gainesville

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Aloft Gainesville University Area?

Aloft Gainesville University Area offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Aloft Gainesville University Area?

As of 24 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aloft Gainesville University Area on 2 Feb 2025 start from AU$187.77, 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.

Is parking available at Aloft Gainesville University Area?

Yep, Aloft Gainesville University Area has a free self car park.

Does Aloft Gainesville University Area have a pool?

Aloft Gainesville University Area has an outdoor pool.

Is Aloft Gainesville University Area family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a corner/local shop and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Aloft Gainesville University Area is a hit with families.

Does Aloft Gainesville University Area serve breakfast?

Yeah, full brekkie is served weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Aloft Gainesville University Area?

No, Aloft Gainesville University Area does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Aloft Gainesville University Area?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Aloft Gainesville University Area Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 642 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 206 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1000 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A sure bet easy well priced ultra clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Shannon

Disliked: Staff & service
Front desk girl was awful and very rude. I paid for a room ahead of time and once I got there a couple hours later they said they accidentally overbooked and didn’t have my Room and I had to fight hard for my refund.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Room comfort
Rug in room dirty from pets
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazingly welcoming to all of us evacuees! I wish I would have booked a longer stay there! Great job 👏
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lynn

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
We booked with Expedia well before our arrival. Arrived in town around and the hotel called shortly after to say they overbooked and because we were a 3rd party booking, we were cancelled first. Moved us to a hotel in another city! We had no advance notice and were already in town when they cancelled. We will never use or recommend this hotel to anyone. Just horrible business practice and customer service. 3rd party booking customers treated like they do not matter, with no concern for the huge inconvenience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Toletha

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although a hurricane past through the city, the property lost electricity to all rooms, and cable tv for majority of our stay. We evacuated to that city from Tallahassee. We assumed the hotel had a generator. We were told they had a generator, but it only covered their emergency system and elevators. Our stay was awful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Pristine

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, new and hip with modern amenities in a safe feeling part of town. The room was clean and spacious, and staff was friendly. The main issue we ran into was the music in the outdoor lounge area not being turned off all night. We could hear the bass and beat of the music playing outside from inside our room even with white noise and the fan turned on. We thought maybe the lights and music would be turned off at midnight, but we woke up multiple times in the night even at 4am hearing the music. Additionally, the walls and floors seemed to be thin, we could hear the people above us pretty loudly. Overall great hotel, but with that one fairly major drawback.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sal

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First, walking into the lobby, so clean and modern, and fun appearing with a pool table, which we used, a full bar, large TV, a small snack store, lots of seating and a few games out on a large table. There also was a gym which had all you'd want for a vacation workout. All employees working in the lobby, from desk clerks to the bartender, very very professional and very friendly. The room was convenient and modern, nice up to date design. Had all we needed. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alireza

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, very good price, and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Andreina

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
We booked this hotel to help move our daughter who attends UF. We stayed 2 nights and the second night when we arrived to the room our luggage was clearly searched without our consent. We had some cash and it was missing. We informed the reception. We think it might have been somebody from the cleaning crew. Bad experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

margaret

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and hotel incredible. There were a group of people playing pool who were not guests & not buying drinks at the bar, that made me very uncomfortable. I’m all for inclusivity but not when people are randomly allowed to loiter are present. The hotel needs to have a better defined policy around that situation/
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay in Gainesville near UF
Excellent customer service - the staff was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
You can’t go wrong with Aloft
You can’t go wrong, we arrived late and tired and Tiana welcomed us kindly making the check in a breeze. Thanks Tiana! We enjoyed a couple of drinks at the bar served by the friendly Cameron and had a nice chat with manager Becky. Everyone was super nice and room was clean, spacious, bed super comfy! We had a nice breakfast before hitting the road again, very happy and would definitely stay again :)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

jeffrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recommend avoiding this hotel on a busy weekend because there's a decent chance they would give away your room if you're not there before 8pm. They severely overbook rooms and they aren't prepared on how to handle it. Very understaffed also.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Jdm family
It was clean, very nice, newer hotel. Room was really nice and bed very comfortable. They have a nice gym that I was happy to use. Good parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jacques

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
NOT a good Aloft
This Aloft needs better management / employees…everyone seems clueless
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Dina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Amy

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location to food and parka
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Emre

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024