581 reviews
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$1014110 Sw 40th Boulevard, Gainesville, 32608, Florida, United States
581 reviews
1/43
Free parking
Business center
Outdoor swimming pool
Free wifi
Fitness center
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Sleep Inn & Suites University-Shands is a 3-star hotel in Gainesville, Florida, about 4.3mi from the city center. The address is 4110 Sw 40th Boulevard, placing it in a convenient spot for exploring the area.
Hotel offers breakfast. Free on-site parking, free Wi‑Fi, an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center, and a sun deck provide easy ways to unwind, while meeting/banquet facilities and a business center support work needs. Additional comforts include air conditioning, non-smoking rooms, free toiletries, and a 24-hour front desk.
With 581 reviews contributing to its story, this Gainesville stay presents a budget-friendly option in a well-equipped 3-star package. Minimum price starts from $101.
Begin mornings with a hot breakfast, then dive into Gainesville adventures with an outdoor pool for a refreshing splash, a fitness center to break a sweat, and a sun deck to soak up the afternoon rays. For occasions that blend business and pleasure, on-site meeting and banquet facilities plus a business center make it easy to stay productive without leaving the property.
With 581 reviews shaping its story, this budget-friendly 3-star stay offers solid value and comfort. The minimum price starts from $101, inviting travelers to enjoy a well-equipped package without breaking the bank.
Free on-site parking and free Wi‑Fi keep convenience high, while air conditioning, non-smoking rooms, free toiletries, and a 24-hour front desk cover the everyday needs of travelers. A range of room types is available, ensuring options for couples, families, and solo explorers alike.
Closest airports
Gainesville Regional Airport
8.4miOcala International Airport
32.5miJacksonville, Naval Air Station
60.1miFree parking
Business center
Outdoor swimming pool
Free wifi
Fitness center
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Parking On Site
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Free toiletries
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King Room
1 King Size Bed
235 sqft
Microwave
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
Shower
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x3
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This room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels. A refrigerator, coffee maker, and microwave are provided as well.
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King Room, Accessible
1 King Size Bed
235 sqft
Microwave
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
Shower
x4
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x3
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This double room features a tea and coffee maker and a TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.
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Room - 2 Queen
2 Queen Size Beds
235 sqft
Microwave
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
x4
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x3
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2 Queen Beds, Nonsmoking is 237 square feet and includes 2 queen-size beds 150-154 width.
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Suite, King Size
1 King Size Bed
1 Sofa Bed
300 sqft
Microwave
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
x8
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x5
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This room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels. A refrigerator, coffee maker, and microwave are provided as well. Guests will enjoy the comfort of a furnished seating area with a sofa bed.
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King Room, Whirlpool
1 King Size Bed
235 sqft
Private Bathroom
Air conditioning
Shower
Free toiletries
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This room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels. A refrigerator, coffee maker, and microwave are provided as well.
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Room - 2 Queen, Accessible
2 Queen Size Beds
235 sqft
Microwave
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
x4
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x3
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This family room provides a tea and coffee maker and a TV with cable channels. The unit offers 2 beds.
Jacuzzi, King Size
1 King Size Bed
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King Bed With Jacuzzi
Queen Room
1 Queen Size Bed
x4
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Queen Size Bed
Queen Room, Accessible
1 Queen Size Bed
x4
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Accessible Queen Size Bed
Suite Luxury
x8
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Suite Luxury
Suite Deluxe
x8
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Suite Deluxe
Suite Superior
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Suite Superior
8.2
581 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Comfort
Location
Facilities
Staff
Value for money
WiFi quality
Breakfast
Featured reviews:
Renee
9.1
April 2025
There were options for breakfast (Continental breakfast included with room price). Location was central to everything we needed. We felt safe and comfortable on the property. All the employees we came into contact with were friendly and helpful. The room was comfortable and clean, with everything in working order.
Only thing to improve upon would be to have the ability to pay with a credit/debit card for the vending machines. It's a small thing, but when you'd like a snack and don't have cash, it becomes a bigger thing ;)
Jennifer
8.2
August 2024
We only came for the night, due to youth sports so didn’t do too much looking. but it was comfortable, the area seemed safe enough. The lady who checked us in was fast and it was an easy check in experience. Popcorn and cookies in the lobby! The free breakfast was great, grabbed breakfast on the way out the door to our game, not having to stop somewhere and spend more money and time was fantastic! The options were great too. Eggs, biscuits and gravy, make your own waffles (regular mix or strawberry mix), yogurts, muffins, breakfast bars, juice coffee hot chocolate. The room was comfortable, you’re close to a lot of fast food options. We were only there for the night, so can’t be horrible honest about the area.
Obviously, sleeper sofa isn’t the most comfortable. And the carpet in the room felt damp, I chalked it up to the humidity/ac running and it just being Florida. Small irritation but, the sleeper sofa sheets and stuff should be in the closet in the room. Had to go down to the lobby as we’re getting ready for bed, around 11 ,to get the sheets pillow and blanket for the pullout. Like I said, small irritation and inconvenience.
Virginia
8.2
July 2024
The staff was so Friendly upon check in ! She was a wealth of information on the area and association to the local university. The Continental breakfast was greatly presented, clean and tidy and had your standard breakfast selections you would expect. The Fresh baked cookies available with Coffee on our late check in were a nice touch !
Our Bathtub seemed to have a lot staining on the floor area, not sure if it was poor cleaning or just age. There was only one elevator for the whole hotel which seemed to be working overtime and made some sketchy sounds at times !! Also there are a few dark areas of the parking lot that made me feel uneasy with a late check in.
Sarah
10
June 2025
Location, Friendliness of Staff, cleanliness inside n & out, size of room, bed height, attentiveness to when an easy repair was completed. The toilet seat was broken and we told the desk as we were going out for the day. When we returned to our room, it had been repaired. parking lot was well lit at night.
The mattress was beginning to allow the slats to be felt. But not enough to be not enough to be uncomfortable.
Ione
8.2
August 2024
The breakfast was as expected. The variety was good. Hot foods were hot and cold foods were cold. Coffee is in the lobby and I knew that, yet early in the morning I didn’t recall. I had to ask where’s the coffee?
The initial room I was assigned on the first floor had a bad odor. It may have been mildew, but I’m not sure. I just knew I wasn’t going to be able to sleep in there, so I asked for a room change and the lady at the desk was so nice and kind to me. The room I had on the 3rd floor was perfect and I had a good night’s sleep.
Sara
8.2
March 2025
The room as well as the lobby were quite clean and the staff super welcoming. Perfect stay if you’re travelling north and need to stop for 1 night.
There’s too much plastic at breakfast. We’re highly conscious about sustainability, and I believe it’s crucial to make a positive impact by using as little plastic as possible. Additionally, I would have appreciated seeing more local produce and food to help support the local economy
Sue
8.2
November 2024
I opted for price over comfort for this visit as we were going to be staying only one night and arriving late and leaving early. We were pleasantly surprised - big bed, fluffy towels, good shower, very clean, good breakfast including boiled eggs and fruit. Lovely friendly lady on the front desk. Popcorn and cookies available on arrival
Shame to see individual toiletries and plastic cutlery with every spoon and knife individually wrapped in plastic
Ellia's
10
May 2023
We were in Gainesville for a quick trip. Ended up needing to stay a night. I found this hotel and when we got there it was very comfortable and smelled very good. The desk clerk was very nice. Our room was very comfortable and huge! My daughter and I went to take advantage of the swimming pool and enjoyed ourselves. The king-size bed was huge. Breakfast was really good too! Also, when my daughter (5 yrs old) got sick from the free popcorn they had (she said it was too spicy for her and it didn't agree with her little tummy) the desk clerk was concerned about her and gave us extra towels because we had gone thru them quickly.
Everything was great. We didn't want to leave lol
Luis
8.2
April 2025
Location was good and the room was pretty clean. Staff was friendly and room was ready in minutes, the place is nice and quiet.
Noticed some corrosion on some fixtures and one of the beds sheets had a stain. But we only needed one bed so it wasn't a big deal for us.
Ashley
10
July 2023
I absolutely loved my stay here! The staff is excellent and the property was very clean and neat. Our room was wonderful and The pool area was beautiful! They have popcorn, cookies and coffee available in the lobby all day and breakfast in the morning. There was soooo much to choose from for breakfast! And the food was absolutely delicious! I will definitely be staying here again.
There wasn’t anything I didn’t love about this property. Everything was absolutely perfect.
Airports
Gainesville Regional Airport
8.4miOcala International Airport
32.5miJacksonville, Naval Air Station
60.1miAirports
Gainesville Regional Airport
8.4miOcala International Airport
32.5miJacksonville, Naval Air Station
60.1miLocation
Free parking
Business center
Outdoor swimming pool
Free wifi
Fitness center
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Parking On Site
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Free toiletries
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Bedroom
Wardrobe or closet
Business Facilities
Business center
Fax/Photocopying
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Cleaning Services
Laundry
Food & Drink
Tea/Coffee maker
Vending machine (drinks)
Vending machine (snacks)
Food & drink safety
Breakfast to-go containers
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
General
Air conditioning
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Microwave
Refrigerator
Living Area
Desk
Media & Technology
Cable channels
Satellite channels
Telephone
TV
Outdoors
Sun deck
Parking
Free parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Room Amenities
Iron
Safety features
First aid kits available
Spa
Fitness center
Outdoor swimming pool
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 11:00
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Age restriction may apply
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
Mastercard,
JCB,
Discover,
Diners Club,
American Express,
Visa,
Carte Blanche
This property does not accept cash.
When are the check-in and check-out times for Sleep Inn & Suites University-Shands?
At Sleep Inn & Suites University-Shands, we have arranged the check-in post 03:00 PM and the room should be vacated by 11:00 AM.
Does Sleep Inn & Suites University-Shands provide free parking options?
Yes, there is parking available at the Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands. The hotel provides free on-site public parking, and advanced parking reservation is not required.
How much does a stay at Sleep Inn & Suites University-Shands cost?
Accommodations at Sleep Inn & Suites University-Shands can start from $101. Be aware, rates are influenced by room type and selected dates. Ensure to specify your stay dates for up-to-date pricing.
What are the room types available at Sleep Inn & Suites University-Shands?
The Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands offers a variety of room options. These include King Rooms, Queen Rooms with Two Queen Beds, and King Suites. All rooms are non-smoking and range in size from 237 sqft to 301 sqft. The King Rooms can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child, while the Queen Rooms can accommodate 4 adults and 3 children. The King Suites also have a sofa bed in addition to a king size bed and can accommodate the same number of guests as the Queen Rooms.
Which amenities can guests enjoy at Sleep Inn & Suites University-Shands?
The Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands hotel offers guests a variety of leisure amenities to enjoy during their stay. One of the main highlights is the outdoor swimming pool, perfect for guests looking to relax and unwind. The pool provides a refreshing escape from the Florida heat and is conveniently located within the hotel premises. Additionally, the hotel features a fitness center for those who want to stay active during their trip and a business center for guests who need to catch up on work. For those who enjoy soaking up the sun, there is also a sun deck where guests can bask in the sunshine and enjoy some downtime. Whether guests want to take a dip in the pool, work out in the fitness center, or catch up on work in the business center, the Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands has plenty of leisure amenities to keep guests entertained during their stay.
Does Sleep Inn & Suites University-Shands feature a pool area?
The hotel has an outdoor pool.
What methods of payment does Sleep Inn & Suites University-Shands accept?
The Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands accepts payments through various methods, including American Express, Diners Club, JCB, Discover, Mastercard, and Visa. However, please note that cash is not accepted as a form of payment at this hotel.
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