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A spacious lobby with a sectional sofa, a wooden cabinet, and a television mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, a large headboard, bedside lamps, and a view of the outdoors through sheer curtains.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a cityscape, a blue armchair, and a small table with a lamp.

1. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

2.5 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

Joan

P6,559

P7,379 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A modern bar area with a long counter, green bar stools, and a television displaying a golf game.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large TV.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a modern entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75

2.1 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

Robert

P7,435

P8,364 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a gazebo, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a stone facade.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a sign above stating "MUST HAVE COFFEE EXPRESS", and various coffee-related items on shelves.

A reception desk with a computer, a framed picture, and a sign indicating a storage room.

A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a phone, a lamp, and a window with a view.

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

2.2 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

Meredith

P6,872

P7,731 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern building with a curved facade, a landscaped pathway, and a body of water in the foreground.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, wooden shelving, a small table, a sofa, and a large window offering a city view.

A bartender pouring a drink into a glass.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, wooden wardrobe, and large windows offering a view of a cityscape and water feature.

4. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

2.9 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

Diane

P10,093

P11,354 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A spacious hotel lobby with a modern staircase, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a dining area in the background.

A hotel room with a wooden floor, a red armchair, a beige sofa, a TV, and framed artwork on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a sofa, and artwork on the wall.

5. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

2.8 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

sherry

P5,523

P6,213 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a sofa.

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

6. Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

2.3 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

Lara

P8,996

P10,121 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.

A modern hotel lobby with a long dining table, multiple seating areas, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a window.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with chairs and ottomans, a large artwork, and a corridor leading to other rooms.

7. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

3.2 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

thomas

P4,923

P5,726 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, a TV, and a dining table with a glass and cookie.

A conference room with rows of green chairs, a large screen, and two chandeliers.

A landscaped courtyard with palm trees, a well-maintained lawn, and a building with multiple windows and balconies.

8. Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

2.8 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

Arleana

P6,622

P7,525 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

An outdoor kitchen with a grill, a table, and chairs.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dishwasher, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a TV.

A modern dining area with yellow chairs, wooden tables, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

3 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

Karri

P6,609

P7,435 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a large bathtub, and green walls.

A breakfast bar with a juice dispenser, cereal boxes, and fruit bowls.

A hotel room with two beige armchairs, a small side table, a glass display cabinet with sports memorabilia, a mounted flat-screen TV, and a door with a wooden frame.

Outdoor lounge chairs with metal frames and fabric seats, arranged in rows.

10. Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

2.5 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

prakasa Babu

P4,726

P5,668 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel lobby with a curved ceiling, a central seating area with a sofa and ottoman, a bar area, and a dining space with chairs and tables.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area with sofas and chairs, a patterned carpet, and large windows offering views of the outside.

A modern hotel lobby with a breakfast bar, seating area, and a large window.

A hotel reception area with a curved reception desk, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a wall with a blue abstract design.

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

2.5 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

Robert

P5,328

P5,994 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A modern bar area with wooden bar stools, pendant lighting, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel reception desk with a wooden panel design, a digital kiosk, and a "Welcome to the Sun Shine State" sign.

A hotel room with a living area, kitchenette, and a large mirror.

A hotel hallway with carpeted floors, doors on both sides, and overhead lighting.

12. Hampton Inn Gainesville

2.7 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

Charles

P5,435

P6,114 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel with a flat roof, multiple floors, and a prominent 'aloft' sign.

A modern lounge area with sofas, round tables, and a neon sign.

A modern bar area with a bar counter, stools, and seating including a sofa and chairs.

A modern outdoor seating area with multiple sofas and chairs, a covered section with umbrellas, and a view of a building with large windows.

13. Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

0.8 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

Elizabeth H

P6,810

P7,661 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A hotel entrance with a covered driveway, flag poles, and a well-lit facade.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and potted plants.

A grocery store interior with shelves stocked with snacks, beverages, and packaged goods.

A modern dining area with a wooden table, four chairs, and a fireplace.

14. Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

2.1 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

jose

P5,584

P6,282 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A spacious lounge area with a high ceiling, large windows, a fireplace, and comfortable seating.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a covered area.

An outdoor patio area with a grill, seating, and potted plants.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a built-in microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink.

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Gainesville I-75

2.3 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

Ariel

P6,054

P6,811 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a desk with a chair.

A modern building with a gray facade, a large window, and a landscaped area with a crocodile sculpture.

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen counter, and a sign reading "höm cooking".

16. HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

2.6 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

LAWRENCE

P4,526

P5,091 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, outdoor seating, and a well-lit facade.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a small kitchenette.

A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, built-in shelves, a glass coffee table, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

An outdoor seating area with a stone fire feature, chairs, and a table.

17. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL

2.3 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

Jvotric

P5,257

P5,914 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with a salad bar, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with two large beds, a sofa, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton.

A hallway with exercise mats, a water dispenser, and exercise balls.

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Gainesville

2.2 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

Kim

P6,609

P7,435 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A spacious hotel lobby with a curved sofa, a patterned carpet, and a large window with sheer curtains.

A hotel lobby with a blue patterned carpet, black round tables with candles, beige sofas, and a curved seating area.

A Hilton hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A bar area with multiple seating arrangements and a bar counter.

19. Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

0.3 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

Nandini

P6,609

P7,435 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern building entrance with a covered entrance area, glass doors, and surrounding greenery.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the dining area.

A hotel room with a grey sofa, a small table, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

20. Comfort Inn Gainesville - University Area

2.4 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

Jyothi

P4,621

P5,550 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville	9.6 Exceptional 1,621 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida	9.4 Exceptional 1,299 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL	9.2 Wonderful 2,011 reviews	View

Top Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History Hotel Reviews

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

10/10 Excellent

"Had a wonderful stay! The room was very clean!"

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and safe good bedding good staff."

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

8/10 Good

"Good breakfast but the trash bins by the elevators weren't cleaned out regularly and therefore smelled a bit funky."

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

10/10 Excellent

"Great!"

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

8/10 Good

"don't get the breakfast.. it's the exact same food they serve for free except at this hotel they charge $19.35. it's definitely not worth it. everything else was fine. they only clean the rooms every other day"

Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

8/10 Good

"Nice hotel but the breakfast was gross 2/10 plus we had to pay for it. If I am paying for breakfast it better be damn good. I have traveled to Europe and paid for hotel breakfasts spreads. This was just hard to swallow."

Cozy UF Condo Near Shands UF on Archer

10/10 Excellent

"My husband was at Shand‘s for open-heart surgery. I am so happy that I found this Condo. It was perfect to go back-and-forth from the hospital as it is only about 5 to 7 minutes away. it was super clean, stocked nicely, and the washer and dryer made it perfect. The communication from the owner is great. All kinds of shopping and restaurants are within 5 to 10 minutes from the condo as well. I would highly recommend this for anyone going near Shands or UF."

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Florida Museum of Natural History

9.0/10 (617 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Florida Museum of Natural History during your trip to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Cultural Plaza

Learn about the local history of Gainesville when you spend time at Cultural Plaza. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art

9.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Curtis M. Phillips Center

9.2/10 (18 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Curtis M. Phillips Center during your trip to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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University of Florida Bat Houses

9.4/10 (12 reviews)

You can take time to visit University of Florida Bat Houses during your travels to Gainesville. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

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Regal Butler Town Center

You can take time to visit Regal Butler Town Center during your travels to Gainesville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Lake Alice

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Alice during your travels in Gainesville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Regal Royal Park

9.6/10 (18 reviews)

You can take time to visit Regal Royal Park during your travels to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History?

Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History is located in Gainesville. Travelers love the area for its array of dining options, sporting events, and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 38 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History?

Adjacent to Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History, Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Another good choice is Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area, located just 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History?

Expedia has 38 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History.

What can I see and do near Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History?

Study the collections at Florida Museum of Natural History, Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art, or Matheson History Museum. While you're exploring, swing by Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Thomas Center, and Historic Haile Homestead to learn a bit about the area. You can enjoy live performances at Curtis M. Phillips Center and Hippodrome State Theatre.

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1. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

4. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

5. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

6. Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

7. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

8. Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

10. Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

12. Hampton Inn Gainesville

13. Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

14. Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Gainesville I-75

16. HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

17. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Gainesville

19. Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

20. Comfort Inn Gainesville - University Area

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Top Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History Hotel Reviews

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

Cozy UF Condo Near Shands UF on Archer

Other attractions near Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

Florida Museum of Natural History

Cultural Plaza

Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art

Curtis M. Phillips Center

University of Florida Bat Houses

Regal Butler Town Center

Lake Alice

Regal Royal Park

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