Located in Gainesville, Aloft Gainesville University Area is within a 15-minute walk of University of Florida and Florida Museum of Natural History. .This hotel is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Oaks Mall and 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Shands at the University of Florida.
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 Regional Airport (GNV) - 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 146 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
This Gainesville hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 146 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and a reception hall.
Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of Aloft Gainesville University Area. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Gainesville? This hotel has 1400 square feet (130 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 3 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
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
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 available
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 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 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at 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 cribs are available on request at the property
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 8.50 for adults and 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
Aloft Gainesville University Area Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 639 out of 1004 reviews
10 - Excellent
639
Rating 8 - Good. 209 out of 1004 reviews
8 - Good
209
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 1004 reviews
6 - Okay
78
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1004 reviews
4 - Poor
41
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1004 reviews
2 - Terrible
37
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
6/10 Okay
Lynn
18 Mar 2025
Lynn
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
6/10 Okay
Raimundo
Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
18 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I recently stayed at this hotel and overall had a satisfactory experience. The room was generally clean, providing a comfortable space for relaxation. However, I did encounter a noticeable issue with the mattress, which had a significant stain. This was a bit concerning but other than that, the cleanliness of the room was commendable. Hopefully, this issue will be addressed promptly to enhance the guest experience. I would consider staying here again if this concern is rectified.
The staff was very nice and friendly however, we paid $500 to stay here for one night. We had a charity event up the street. I feel like this hotel took advantage of the event being in the area, which is kind of sad since it was a cancer charity event. Next weekend, the same room is only 265 . After paying $500 when we opened up our windows of our room, they overlooked the roof with two air-conditioning vents right outside them not worth the money. They did end up moving us, but would not be returning here.
The rooms are very nice and comfy. The only thing I have to complain about is that the room I was in did not have a microwave, and in the morning we had a coffee pot but no coffee to brew; I only had tea bags. Other than that, the room was pretty nice.