North Central Florida

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in North Central Florida

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Historic Downtown

While there might not be top attractions in Historic Downtown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Reilly Arts Center and Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP.

Historic Downtown
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Downtown Gainesville

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown Gainesville and surrounding area, you can visit Hippodrome State Theatre and Thomas Center.

Downtown Gainesville
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Historic District

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Historic District and surrounding area, you can visit Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall.

Historic District
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University Heights

While University Heights isn't home to many top sights, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Hippodrome State Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.

University Heights
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Fort King District

If you're spending some time in Fort King District, Silver Springs State Park and Fort King are top sights worth seeing.

Fort King District
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Haile Plantation

If you're spending some time in Haile Plantation, Haile Village Center and Haile Plantation Golf and Country Club are top sights worth seeing.

Haile Plantation
Equus Inn Ocala

Equus Inn Ocala

2.5 out of 5
3434 Sw College Rd Ocala FL
The price is P6,154 per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
P6,154
P6,862 total
Jan 19 - Jan 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ocala. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,774 reviews)
Very good

Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025

Equus Inn Ocala
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

4 out of 5
3726 Sw 40th Blvd Gainesville FL
The price is P4,961 per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
P4,961
P5,581 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Check in was easy and we were greeted by Sierra who gave us Hotel info including breakfast and coffee. Lobby was decorated for Christmas and it was lovely.

Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville
Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

3.5 out of 5
1714 SW 34th St Gainesville FL
The price is P6,719 per night from Jan 8 to Jan 9
P6,719
P7,559 total
Jan 8 - Jan 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
Service was amazing ans friendly.

Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Postcard Cabins Gilchrest Spring, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Gilchrest Spring, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2 out of 5
1699 NE Co Rd 337 High Springs FL
Stay at this cabin in High Springs. Enjoy free parking, patios, and climate control. Popular attractions Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (160 reviews)
The cabins were extremely clean. Great place to getaway… can’t wait to go back! Such a cute setup… Great location for exploring state parks. No complaints personally… perfect getaway whether alone or with someone A++++

Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025

Postcard Cabins Gilchrest Spring, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
stayAPT Suites Ocala

stayAPT Suites Ocala

3.5 out of 5
3509 W Silver Springs Blvd Ocala FL
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Ocala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions World Equestrian Center ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (102 reviews)
The best stay I’ve had in years. Wonderful staff, clean and very convenient to everything.

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

stayAPT Suites Ocala
Yearling Restaurant and Cabins

Yearling Restaurant and Cabins

2.5 out of 5
14531 E County Road 325 Hawthorne FL
Stay at this cabin in Hawthorne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings State Park and The Orange Shop ...
9/10 Wonderful! (197 reviews)
Clean room, laid-back staff.

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

Yearling Restaurant and Cabins
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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