Experience the excitement of Gainesville at Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville, with shopping on site and two restaurants serving American cuisine. Enjoy an outdoor pool, 24-hour gym, and business center or stay connected with in-room WiFi. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Florida Museum of Natural History - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
Oaks Mall - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
Shands at the University of Florida - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
Getting around
Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 24 min drive
Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) - 100 min drive
Orlando International Airport (MCO) - 121 min drive
Restaurants
Ford's Garage Gainesville - 3 min drive
Court Of Hero's - 8 min walk
Taco Bell - 16 min walk
Chili's Grill & Bar - 2 min drive
Dunkin' - 17 min walk
About this property
Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville
At Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville, you'll be a short five-minute drive from University of Florida and Shands at the University of Florida. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at No Name Lounge, one of 2 restaurants, which serves American cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a 24-hour fitness centre and a fitness centre. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
248 rooms
Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in/out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
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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 18
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Children
Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 34 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
To-go breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–1:00 PM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Private dining
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Shopping
Discount at nearby fitness centre
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Working away
24-hour business centre
13 meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference centre (19476 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Pool umbrellas
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2000
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Picnic area
Television in common areas
24-hour fitness centre
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairwells
Closed-captioned TV
Phone accessibility kit
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
Pool hoist on site
Room amenities
Be entertained
MP3 docking station
49-inch LCD TV
Premium cable channels
Films for purchase
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
Cot/infant bed (surcharge)
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Food and drink
Champagne service
Fridge
More
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
No Name Lounge – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Shula's – This steakhouse specialises in American cuisine and only serves dinner. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
To-go breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 3.00 to 150.00 for adults and USD 3.00 to 150.00 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 20.00 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for USD 15.0 per stay
Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per stay
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).
Also known as
Hilton Gainesville Florida
Hilton University Florida Gainesville
Hilton University Hotel Gainesville Florida
University Hilton
Hilton University Florida Gainesville Hotel
Hilton Gainesville
Gainesville Hilton
Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville Hotel
Frequently asked questions
Does Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 34 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay, and there's also a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 AM. There's a charge of USD 20.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as fishing, hiking and kayaking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness centre and a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring American cuisine.
What's the area around Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville like?
Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville is a short 4-minute walk from University of Florida and 6 minutes' walk from Florida Museum of Natural History.
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Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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The property offers convenient and safe parking with easy access. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
30 Jul 2025
Wonderful restaurant, wonderful room.
Cynthia
Cynthia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Aug 2025
We enjoyed our stay, and we ate at Shula's downstairs, twice. Good food, service and drinks!
The whole stay was exactly what we needed.
Jill A
Jill A, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Jun 2025
Good location and service with everything you need
Ed
Ed, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Apr 2025
Great place
Douglas
Douglas, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 Aug 2025
Not impressed
For a upper class hotel i was not impressed.
It could of been nicer.
MARY
MARY, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Mar 2025
Always a great stay when visiting UF.
Leonard
Leonard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Apr 2025
Right where our conference was - very convenient.
Sean
Sean, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jan 2025
Very nice place to stay
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 Jun 2025
Excellent location for a UF stay
Excellent location, comfortable beds and a great fitness center with a pool. The hot tub was out of order. A property of this caliber should not have such significant stains in the carpet in the room.
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Apr 2025
Front staff was excellent.
Kurt
Kurt, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 May 2025
The room was very clean and modern. The bedding looked much cleaner than other hotels, and it generally made me feel at home.
Carole
Carole, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Dec 2024
Very nice stay
Pablo
Pablo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Jul 2024
Great place to stay
john
john, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jan 2025
Clean, reasonably priced and close to everything.
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Apr 2025
One Night in Gainesville
I was in town for a baseball game at Condron Ballpark and was glad to see that the Hilton is an easy walk to the stadium. Easy to find, easy check-in, friendly staff, easy parking, quiet and comfortable room, and a terrific No Name Lounge for drinks and light fare. My second time staying here and I'd recommend it without question.
Bruce
Bruce, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jul 2024
Amazing stay
Vivian
Vivian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Jul 2025
Room not cleaned as requested at check-in
The room was requested to be cleaned at check-in and ne it was not cleaned. When we returned at 6 pm on Friday we entered the room to see it was never cleaned there was a cleaning lady still in the hall cleaning another room and we requested at least clean towels and that she remove the dirty towel which she did.
Diane
Diane, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Oct 2024
Nice hotel, close to our destination in Gainesville FL.
Charlene
Charlene, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Apr 2025
Love
Brooke
Brooke, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Nov 2024
Good option for a short stay
beatriz
beatriz, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Sep 2024
Beautiful place Conveniently located
Neera
Neera, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Aug 2024
Restaurant was great!!
Jason L.
Jason L., 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Feb 2025
Staff were friendly and professional. Easy check in and put process. Rooms were spacious and clean.