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Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near University of Florida

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Outdoor pool
Free buffet breakfast
Lobby
Lobby
Outdoor pool
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands is conveniently near the University of Florida. Guests enjoy WiFi in each room, a seasonal pool, gym access, and practical touches like laundry and dry cleaning services. The friendly staff enhances the experience at this well-located property.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(130 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
4110 SW 40th Boulevard, Gainesville, FL, 32608

What's nearby

  • University of Florida - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Florida Museum of Natural History - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Oaks Mall - 5 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Shands at the University of Florida - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

Hotel near University of Florida
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, a banquet hall, and meeting rooms
  • Laundry services, an elevator, and smoke-free premises
  • 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

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

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • 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 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
  • Braille/raised 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 (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • 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

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • 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 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
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)

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from January to December

Property is also known as

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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 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Regal Butler Town Center and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from University of Florida. Fred Bear Museum and Regal Celebration Pointe are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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