Florida Museum of Natural History - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
Oaks Mall - 6 min drive - 5.1 miles
Shands at the University of Florida - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
Getting around
Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Blaze Pizza - 3 min drive
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 2 min drive
McDonald's - 8 min walk
About this property
Rodeway Inn Gainesville - University Area
Hotel near University of Florida
Rodeway Inn Gainesville - University Area provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
An outdoor pool
Free self parking
RV/bus/truck parking, a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe
Free newspapers, coffee/tea in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shower/tub combinations
TVs with cable channels
Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and microwaves
Languages
English
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
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Mini-fridge
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Tour and ticket assistance
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
More
2 floors
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Pillowtop mattress
Bathroom
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Mini-fridge
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Desk chair
Free local calls
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
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
1 child per adult, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Rodeway Inn Gainesville
Rodeway Inn Hotel Gainesville
Rodeway Inn Gainesville University Area Hotel
Rodeway Inn Gainesville University Area
Roway Gainesville University
Rodeway Inn Gainesville - University Area Hotel
Rodeway Inn Gainesville - University Area Gainesville
Rodeway Inn Gainesville - University Area Hotel Gainesville
Frequently asked questions
Does Rodeway Inn Gainesville - University Area have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Rodeway Inn Gainesville - University Area pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Rodeway Inn Gainesville - University Area?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Rodeway Inn Gainesville - University Area?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Rodeway Inn Gainesville - University Area?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Rodeway Inn Gainesville - University Area located?
Situated in Gainesville, this hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Fred Bear Museum and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from University of Florida. Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park and Regal Butler Town Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Rodeway Inn Gainesville - University Area Reviews
Reviews
5.8
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 209 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 209 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 209 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 209 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 209 reviews
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5.8/10
Cleanliness
6.8/10
Staff & service
5.6/10
Amenities
5.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Nice hotel
Paul
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
2/10
Room was musty and damp. Door scratched, bed was bumpy. Woke up at 7 am with a cockroach crawling on my arm.
Won't stay there again.
David
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
2/10
Front desk was not staffed, so I had to check in at Quality Inn. Upon walking in, the room smelled musty. There were two bugs on the nightstand that I used the notepad to smash immediately. I found a roach on the wall behind the mini-fridge and another one crawling by the phone on the nightstand right next to the bed! I couldn’t bring myself to sleep in that room so I went back to Quality Inn and got transferred to a room there. I would not recommend!
Erin
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
8/10
The parking area is ample and tidy.
Juan
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
8/10
Excelent service from waitress Dessis.
JORGE E
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
2/10
The room looks dirty and It stinks
Wanda
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10
Staff goes above and beyond. Super friendly, professional. Rooms are dated but clean.
brian
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
6/10
Bathroom and towels were dirty and had hair all over them. Smelled like cigarettes in entire room
Chloe
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
8/10
clean, comfortable
REBECCA
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
8/10
Room was nice, quiet. Wish the TV was bigger.
Timothy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
6/10
Trashcan not emptied when we arrived. Linens and bedding are noticeably old and worn out.
CYNTHIA
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
8/10
Loud mouth guest should have been evicted. Same guest with radio blaring around midnight
Dona
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
8/10
It was fairly clean. The room smelled like cigarettes but other than that ok for the price.
Damaris
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10
Bedding was not clean
Joanne
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
2/10
There were bugs/roaches in the room i occupied, towels and wash rags were badly stained, bathroom shower was in horrible condition, room was not properly cleaned, sheets were stained as though never cleaned, moldy odor in room,
Sierra
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
6/10
Although checking in went very smoothly, and my room was accessible as advertised, the floors in the room were filthy! I took a shower while there, only to discover that the soles of my feet were absolutely black, just walking from the shower to the bed. I'm sure this room does not receive as much routine use as the standard rooms, but it definitely needs to have a general cleaning at least twice each week.
Anne
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
4/10
The lady at the front desk was rude when I checked in. The room was filthy. Everything was dirty. Refrigerator & microwave didn’t work. 2 outlets in room. 1 bed sunk in the middle. Toilet completely moved. Towels just filthy. Will not stay ever there anymore.
Felecia
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
2/10
I only stayed 2 nights and had to switch to 3 different rooms. Walked into bathroom area and floor was flooded. Bathroom floor, floor outside bathroom and tub were filled with at least 1” of sewage water. Called front desk and she said she would send maintenance guy and switch my room. Had to pack up all my things and drive to other side of building. Brought all my things in new room. Walked into bathroom and tub was filled with feces and water. I called front desk again, now aggravated, and she said she needed to come and look. Like I’m making up the fact that feces and water is in the tub? I told her how absolutely disgusting and inconveniencing it was to now have to get all my stuff and move to a third room. Her only response was well if it was my hotel I’d do things differently.
There was never a single person at reception desk entire time I was there. I had to check in and out at hotel reception next door. Very unsatisfactory visit and I will not be returning.
Jennifer
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10
Shermil
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
2/10
Filthy and dingy. No hot water too.
James
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
2/10
No batteries in the TV remote. Phone cord came disconnected from the hand set when I tried to use it. Phone was not plugged on the wall. Black mold in the bathroom. Hundreds of dead bugs in bathroom light. Towels, etc thin and scratchy. My husband's shoes stuck to the tile by the sink. The chair and furniture were old, worn and dirty. The refrigerator was leaking inside and left a puddle outside on the carpet. The carpet was the worst I've ever encountered. I wore a pair of plain socks after my shower and the bottoms were sticky and black after wearing them for less than 1/2 hour. I had to go to the desk to the room made up. I think she implied the beds were to be made only. I insisted that the sheets must be changed (which they were eventually). I will tell everyone I know to avoid RODEWAY at all costs. Revolting!