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Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

2.5 star property

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Exterior
Outdoor pool
Exterior
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free rollaway beds
Free buffet breakfast

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
8 June - 9 June

Explore the area

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4110 SW 40th Boulevard, Gainesville, FL, 32608
  • Place, Regal Butler Town Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Regal Celebration Pointe
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Florida
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(74 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

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

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

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

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(152 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Gainesville

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands puts you in the centre of Gainesville, 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from University of Florida and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Regal Butler Town Center. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym and seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Business amenities include meeting rooms and a 24-hour business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Gainesville hotel include Shands at the University of Florida and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Regal Butler Town Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Fred Bear Museum - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Regal Celebration Pointe - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • University of Florida - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Celebration Pointe Dog Park - 6 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is served. A terrace, a vending machine, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands. Self parking is free.

This Gainesville hotel is smoke free.

  • 74 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands offers 74 accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room cot
  • 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 centre
  • 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
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • 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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • 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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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)
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice) guidelines.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in January and close in December.
  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands on 8 Jun 2026 start from NZ$147, 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 Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?

Yep, Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands has a free self car park.

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

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from January to December.

Is Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an outdoor pool, as well as free infant beds and free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands is a hit with families.

Does Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands serve breakfast?

Yeah, guests can't get enough of the free buffet brekkie here! It's the ideal spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?

No, Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 700 out of 1185 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 296 out of 1185 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1185 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1185 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1185 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

terry

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No complaints. Clean, good breakfast, and reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very accommodating and the room was very nice and clean. Smelled great as well. Will be staying there again on my next trip to Gainesville.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Mona

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

James, Southwest Harbor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff. Clean room. Uncomfortable foldout couch bed was the only low point.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Robert E

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

LEE

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff, location. Comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joyce Varaidzo

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was spotless. Beds and pillows were very comfortable. Will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was so nice! Very clean and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Wendy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very friendly. The breakfast was good. It felt safe and was quiet. My daughter and I got a good sleep. The inside is clean, but shows wear. Repaired spots in the carpet, spots on the bathroom fixtures. Beds were comfortable. It was a fantastic stay for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very comfortable bed and pillows. Very clean. Staff was helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lynda

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lesandra

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Dorothy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Not clean and needs a lot of maintenance!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

CHARLES, TALLAHASSEE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice room, courteus and helpful staff,, and close and adequate parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff are very friendly and rooms are very comfy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was a absolute best experience for a quick one night stay. .The women at check in was the best. Great recommendations for a local Mexican restaurant nearby. Room was very clean ,and the breakfast was good as well. Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Frank

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very courteous staff. Room was clean and hot breakfast was very good. Also great value.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026