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Aloft Gainesville University Area

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to University of Florida

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Relax in a casual dining or lounging space with comfortable sofas and round tables under a spacious awning.
Relax in a stylish lounge area with comfortable seating, a coffee table, and a patterned ottoman.
Two single beds with white linens and a central nightstand, flanked by wall-mounted lights.
Relax by the pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area nearby.
Experience the hotel's striking design, featuring a flat roof with a unique edge and beautifully landscaped surroundings.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
The current price is S$144
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul

Room options

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

aloft, Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
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)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

View all photos for aloft, Room, 1 King Bed

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

aloft, Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
3743 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL, 32607

What's nearby

  • University of Florida - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Florida Museum of Natural History - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Oaks Mall - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Shands at the University of Florida - 7 min drive - 6.0 km

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 near University of Florida
Located close to Florida Museum of Natural History and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Aloft Gainesville University Area provides a corner/local shop, a terrace and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and smoke-free property
  • A lift, a front desk safe and a reception hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 146 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Fridges, free infant beds and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

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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

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

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 time starts at 4:00 PM
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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 8.50 for adults and from USD 8.50 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
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)

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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

Does Aloft Gainesville University Area have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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

As of 10 Jul, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aloft Gainesville University Area on 20 Jul, 2025 start from S$144.44, 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 Aloft Gainesville University Area pet-friendly?

Yes, Aloft Gainesville University Area allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Aloft Gainesville University Area?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aloft Gainesville University Area?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Aloft Gainesville University Area?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Aloft Gainesville University Area located?

Situated in Gainesville, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of University of Florida and Florida Museum of Natural History. Shands at the University of Florida and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Aloft Gainesville University Area Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 637 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 207 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 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

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Very nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10

Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Awesome place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Location, location, location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

They did a great job w graduation decor and had a good lobby bar snack area
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

A very nice place to stay close to UF.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Great convenient and affordable stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Place was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Nice Hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Very nice clean and modern hotel. Comfortable bed and nice room design
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Excelente location, friendly staff, nice ambiance
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Lovey staff, friendly and courteous. Very happy with our stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Great location and rate.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Great lobby bar
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Modern. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

The staff were exceptional!!! They made us feel like we were at home .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Nike at the desk as well as the bartender were both very helpful and polite.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Close to restaurante
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

BEST staff. Seriously... SUPER FRIENDLY FRONT DESK!!!!!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10

Dry clean and modern. However, the mattress was horribly worn with a huge intent that I filled with towels to sleep. I spoke with management in the morning and they said it would be changed out.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Great stay, convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Property was clean and easy to navigate. Our room was clean and minimalist necessities.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024