ECONO LODGE UNIVERSITY, Gainesville

Econo Lodge University - A budget-friendly hotel with continental breakfast and business services near UF campus

Located just 1.5 miles from the University of Florida, this 2-star Gainesville hotel houses 53 air-conditioned rooms across its property. Each 237 ft^2 room at Econo Lodge University features a private bathroom with bath or shower, refrigerator, microwave, and coffee-making facilities. A seating area and large work desk accommodate both leisure and business travelers. The property provides a complimentary Easy Starts(R) continental breakfast and coffee/tea in the common area. Key amenities include free WiFi throughout, outdoor parking, and a 24-hour front desk with first aid staff. The hotel's centralized location puts guests 15 minutes from Gainesville Regional Airport and within walking distance of local dining options like Lakeside Bar & Grill (0.5 miles). Nearby attractions include Bivens Arm Nature Park (0.5 miles), Historic Haile Homestead (0.5 miles), and the Florida Museum of Natural History (2 miles).

Pros

Located within 0.5 miles of multiple dining options including Lakeside Bar & Grill and La Tienda Latina

Convenient access to natural attractions: Bivens Arm (0.5 miles) and Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

Business center with copy, print, and fax services available

Safety deposit box available at the 24-hour front desk

Cons

2 miles distance to main cultural attractions like the Florida Museum of Natural History and Butterfly Rainforest

No on-site restaurant