You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a 24-hour business center.
You'll also find perks like:
A seasonal outdoor pool
Free self parking
RV/bus/truck parking, an elevator, and laundry services
A 24-hour front desk, free newspapers, and a banquet hall
Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 74 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free newspapers. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Free infant beds and free extra beds
Free toiletries and hair dryers
32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers
Languages
English, Spanish
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
Fitness center
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Free cribs/infant beds
Free rollaway/extra beds
Laundry facilities
Microwave
Mini-fridge
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
Banquet hall
Elevator
Free newspapers in lobby
Vending machine
Guest services
24-hour front desk
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning service
Laundry facilities
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 available
Braille 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 business center
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
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
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bed sheets
Free cribs/infant beds
Free rollaway beds
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Entertainment
32-inch LCD TV
Cable channels
Premium channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Mini-fridge
More
Desk
Free local calls
Free newspapers
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Restaurant dining guide
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
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
We should mention
The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
Property is also known as
Sleep Inn University/Shands
Sleep Inn University/Shands Gainesville
Sleep Inn University/Shands Hotel
Sleep Inn University/Shands Hotel Gainesville
Gainesville Sleep Inn
Sleep Hotel Gainesville
Sleep Inn Gainesville
Gainesville Sleep Inn
Sleep Hotel Gainesville
Sleep Inn Gainesville
Sleep Inn Suites University/Shands
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands Hotel
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands Gainesville
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands Hotel Gainesville
Frequently asked questions
Does Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands located?
Located in the heart of Gainesville, this hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Fred Bear Museum and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from University of Florida. Must Love Dogs and Dogwood Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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Helpful staff. Cookies, popcorn and warm drinks upon arrival. The bathroom had some wallpaper peeling at the edges and rust stains in the tub. Otherwise the room was comfortable and clean.
This is an affordable hotel, just off 1-75, offering a decent hot breakfast and clean, comfortable room. There is excellent shopping and plentiful dining options nearby. Not fancy, but with an early week booking discount, we found it good value and wouldn’t hesitate to stay again.
Clean, quiet, comfortable. A very nice welcome when checking in with free cookies and popcorn. We were able to walk to wide selection of restaurants. Only negative was there was no ceiling fan in the bathroom.
This is an older hotel that is still in good repair, the front desk staff have all been considerate and helpful. A great place to stay if you are driving through or coming to Gainesville.
T
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa
9 December 2024
Joy at the front desk, is indeed a “JOY”!!!
Lisa
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Anne, Biloxi
Traveled with partner
7 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location, good service, good breakfast and clean. Just needs a little updating!