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
The current price is $201
$201
includes taxes & fees
$179 per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Room options
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Suite, City View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
City view
521 sq ft
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
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
City view
390 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Lake view
390 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, City View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
City view
390 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
City view
390 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Suite, Lake View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Lake view
521 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
City view
390 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Lake view
390 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Studio, Lake View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Lake view
331 sq ft
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 - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
Florida Museum of Natural History - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
Stephen C. O'Connell Center - 7 min drive - 2.9 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
Hotel size
173 rooms
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
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite valet parking
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
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Hospital
What guests liked
The on-site restaurant and bar were consistently praised for serving delicious food and providing excellent service. (17 reviews)
Breakfast at the property restaurant was consistently excellent and a highlight of the stay. (6 reviews)
Valet parking was convenient, quick, and staff were extremely helpful and nice. (20 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2025
stay at eleo
Clean, efficient and lovely property and staff.
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2025
Stayed here a few times best place to stay in Gainesville
Alex
Alex, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2025
Had a great stay again
Alex
Alex, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2025
Very good stay
Richard
Richard, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2025
Great hotel!
The hotel was very clean and comfortable. Excellent location. Short walk to the hospital.
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 9, 2025
Highly recommend
Staff and velvet are nice. Will choose again if next visit Gainesville.
Hui
Hui, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2025
One night stay
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
Yana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2025
Friendly staff, clean rooms
Maria
Maria, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 11, 2025
Clean and friendly
Very nice hotel. Friendly staff. Clean. Great restaurant. Close to the medical centers.
Bret
Bret, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2024
Great hotel and the best staff
Shannon
Shannon, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2025
Much nicer than any Hilton property we have stayed at in Gainsville
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2025
Beautiful architecture!
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2024
Clean modern roomy rooms, great staff
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2025
Great experience, staff super friendly and great service , the food restaurant is also great
Silvia B
Silvia B, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2025
Everything was amazing! My go to when I'm in town. Food is great as well.
Monekka
Monekka, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2024
The on site restaurant, Covey's Kitchen is refined and excellent.
Geoffrey
Geoffrey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2024
Great staff from top to bottom. Great hotel. One of the I’ve stayed at.
Shannon
Shannon, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2025
The staff & clean room exceptional!
Joe
Joe, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 17, 2025
Room was quiet, clean and updated. Nice restaurant.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2025
Great rooms with plenty of space and up to date amenities.
Bettina
Bettina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2024
Stayed 1 night and my daughter and I were comfortable and the room was clean.
Jazmin
Jazmin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2025
Ellen staff is always so nice. The valet guys were awesome
Kelly
Kelly, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2024
Great staff, nice rooms, extremely nice valet staff
Shahriar
Shahriar, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2025
The property is centrally located to everything UF.
JOHN
JOHN, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 8, 2024
We always stay here and the staff & service are excellent!