University Heights
Gainesville
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Popular places to visit
University of Florida
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around University of Florida, a top college in Gainesville. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
Catch an event at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium during your trip to Gainesville. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.
Florida Museum of Natural History
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.
Hippodrome State Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Hippodrome State Theatre during your stay in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Shands at the University of Florida
Though Shands at the University of Florida might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Gainesville while you are here.
Gainesville Raceway
Catch an event at Gainesville Raceway during your trip to Gainesville. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.
Top hotels in University Heights
HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western
Staff belligerent after just one mild criticism. Someone also entered my room & left it OPEN, no less, with “respect privacy” sign on the door. No clear delineation between lobby & breakfasting area for people with dogs. Bathroom super-functional, beds & pillows comfortable.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
It's always served me well. I stay here for the Florida Gators football game. Great place and good breakfast.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville
Decent room clean space, front staff seemed kind of indifferent, just ok, nothing to rave about.
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
Clean room, friendly staff and good breakfast options.
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG
Perfect
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
This property is a little under-rated if you ask me. It's very clean, the staff is amazing, the little extras like popcorn and cookies make it feel exta special. The drawback, it's older and sits behind a newer, flashier lioking Drury Inn. The price is definietely right. Parking was easy. And the ...
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University Heights
Innovation District
While there might not be top attractions in Innovation District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
Downtown Gainesville
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown Gainesville and surrounding area, you can visit Thomas Center and Hippodrome State Theatre.
Pleasant Street
Though Pleasant Street might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Thomas Center and Hippodrome State Theatre.
College Park
While College Park isn't home to many top sights, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Stephen C. O'Connell Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Duckpond
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Duckpond and surrounding area, you can visit Thomas Center and Hippodrome State Theatre.
Gateway Park
While Gateway Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Thomas Center and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
