Located near the University of Florida, Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida offers a warm welcome with a gym to stay active and a restaurant for delicious meals. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, enjoy valet parking, and unwind in smoke-free premises. Top-rated dining options and helpful staff have left lasting impressions on previous guests.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
24/7 front desk
Gym
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (8)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Luggage storage
Banquet hall
Feel at home (6)
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
Elevator
Mini-fridge
$179 nightly
The total price is $201
$201 total
Jun 13 - Jun 14
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Suite, City View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
521 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll in Shower)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
390 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
390 sq ft
Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, City View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
390 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
390 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Suite, Lake View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
521 sq ft
Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
390 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
390 sq ft
Lake view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Studio, Lake View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
331 sq ft
Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Shands at the University of Florida - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Stephen C. O'Connell Center - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
Florida Museum of Natural History - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
Getting around
Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
Taco Bell - 3 min walk
Subway - 8 min walk
Opus Cafe - 7 min walk
Steak 'n Shake - 4 min walk
La Tienda Latina - 9 min walk
About this property
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
You'll be in a fantastic location at Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida, just a 5-minute walk from University of Florida and Shands at the University of Florida. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the fitness center for a workout. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and restaurant.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
173 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite valet parking
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Facilities
Fitness center
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Assistive listening devices available
Grab bar in shower
Room amenities
Be entertained
55-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Mobile key entry
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 100 per person
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida Hotel
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida Gainesville
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida Hotel Gainesville
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida?
Yes, there's free valet parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida like?
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida is a short 4-minute walk from University of Florida and 5 minutes' walk from Shands at the University of Florida. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Bed
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Car
Bar
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Hospital
What guests liked
The on-site restaurant and bar offered delicious food and excellent service. (18 reviews)
Breakfast at the property restaurant was consistently excellent and a highlight of the stay. (8 reviews)
Valet parking was convenient, quick, and complimentary, with staff being extremely helpful and nice. (21 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10
Very nice place and entire staff awesome!
Made us feel at home!
Michael
1-night trip
10/10
Always serene and beautiful... The waterfront view is beautiful, especially at night.
Davida Victoria
1-night trip
10/10
Stayed here before always a great hotel
Alex
2-night trip
10/10
Nice place. Comfortable and easy.
Heidi
2-night trip
10/10
very good experience
Xiang
2-night trip
10/10
The location and rooms are excellent
Kelly
2-night trip
10/10
Lovely hotel with aa very friendly staff.
Maureen
2-night trip
10/10
Clean, efficient and lovely property and staff.
Rebecca
1-night trip
10/10
Stayed here a few times best place to stay in Gainesville
Alex
2-night trip
10/10
Everyone was very pleasant & helpful. Just had a hard time figuring out coffee maker. The hotel transport to & from Shands was very helpful. Again, I must emphasis the staff was wonderful.
Donald
1-night trip
10/10
I love staying at the Hotel Eleo. It is the best in Gainesville.
Kristi
10/10
Had a great stay again
Alex
1-night trip
10/10
Has a beautiful view of the lake
Rosalie
3-night trip
10/10
Very good stay
Richard
3-night trip
10/10
Beautiful property - rooms, lake, dining/bar all well appointed, pristine, comfortable. Staff always pleasant and helpful. Have stayed before and will stay again!
Kristen
4-night trip
10/10
Awesome hotel. Whenever I visit Gainesville, I only stay at the Eleo!
Christian
1-night trip
10/10
The hotel was very clean and comfortable. Excellent location. Short walk to the hospital.
Lisa
2-night trip
10/10
Great view. Chic hotel with great food and service for a good price. Best place I have stayed at Gainesville.
Myrna
2-night trip
10/10
Friendly staff, clean rooms
Maria
2-night trip
10/10
Great hotel and the best staff
Shannon
3-night trip
10/10
Really well maintained property, rooms and beds are very comfortable. Showers are nice with high end products. I’m always happy with that hotel
Yana
1-night trip
10/10
Staff and velvet are nice. Will choose again if next visit Gainesville.
Hui
2-night trip
10/10
Much nicer than any Hilton property we have stayed at in Gainsville
Thomas
1-night trip
10/10
Very nice hotel. Friendly staff. Clean. Great restaurant. Close to the medical centers.