The Best Hotels Closest to Florida Museum of Natural History in Gainesville for 2026

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A spacious lobby with a sectional sofa, a wooden cabinet, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, orange upholstered seating, and a lamp.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, a large headboard, bedside lamps, and a view of the outdoors through sheer curtains.

1. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

2.5 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Shirley

NT$3,322

NT$3,738 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern bar area with a long counter, green bar stools, and a television displaying a golf game.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a modern entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large TV.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, pendant lighting, and a dining area with a sofa and chairs.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75

2.1 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Robert

NT$3,766

NT$4,236 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a gazebo, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a stone facade.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee pods and cups.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a sign above stating "MUST HAVE COFFEE EXPRESS", and various coffee-related items on shelves.

A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a phone, a lamp, and a window with a view.

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

2.2 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Meredith

NT$3,622

NT$4,075 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern building with a curved facade, a landscaped pathway, and a body of water in the foreground.

A bartender pouring a drink into a glass.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a water feature, and modern buildings in the background.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, wooden shelving, a small table, a sofa, and a large window offering a city view.

4. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

2.9 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Diane

NT$4,971

NT$5,593 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a wooden floor, a red armchair, a beige sofa, a TV, and framed artwork on the wall.

A spacious hotel lobby with a modern staircase, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a dining area in the background.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a round coffee table, and a fireplace.

5. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

2.7 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Henry

NT$2,797

NT$3,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A hotel room with a sofa, a TV on a wooden stand, a bed with white bedding, a small table, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a sofa.

6. Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

2.3 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Alex

NT$4,557

NT$5,126 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.

A modern hotel lobby with a long dining table, multiple seating areas, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a window.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with chairs and ottomans, a large artwork, and a corridor leading to other rooms.

7. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

3.2 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Gladys

NT$2,545

NT$2,863 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A conference room with a long wooden table, beige chairs, water bottles, and a large flat-screen TV on the wall.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, a TV, and a dining table with a glass and cookie.

8. Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

2.8 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Arleana

NT$3,877

NT$4,405 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

An outdoor kitchen with a grill, a table, and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dishwasher, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a TV.

A modern dining area with yellow chairs, wooden tables, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

3 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Karri

NT$3,347

NT$3,766 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a large bathtub, and green walls.

Outdoor lounge chairs with metal frames and fabric seats, arranged in rows.

A Sleep Inn & Suites building with a clear entrance, a covered waiting area, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with two beige armchairs, a small side table, a glass display cabinet with sports memorabilia, a mounted flat-screen TV, and a door with a wooden frame.

10. Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

2.5 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

prakasa Babu

NT$2,404

NT$2,883 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern hotel lobby with a curved ceiling, a central seating area with a sofa and ottoman, a bar area, and a dining space with chairs and tables.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area with sofas and chairs, a patterned carpet, and large windows offering views of the outside.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Springhill Suites by Marriott" and a modern building in the background.

A modern hotel lobby with a breakfast bar, seating area, and a large window.

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

2.5 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Robert

NT$2,797

NT$3,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel entrance with a covered driveway, flag poles, and a well-lit facade.

A grocery store interior with shelves stocked with snacks, beverages, and packaged goods.

A modern dining area with a wooden table, four chairs, and a fireplace.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and potted plants.

12. Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

2.1 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

jose

NT$2,710

NT$3,049 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern bar area with wooden bar stools, pendant lighting, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel room with a living area, kitchenette, and a large mirror.

A hotel reception desk with a wooden panel design, a digital kiosk, and a "Welcome to the Sun Shine State" sign.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk with a chair, and a bathroom.

13. Hampton Inn Gainesville

2.6 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Charles

NT$2,882

NT$3,242 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A modern hotel with a flat roof, multiple floors, and a prominent 'aloft' sign.

A modern dining area with a pool table, chairs, and a colorful rug.

A modern outdoor seating area with multiple sofas and chairs, a covered section with umbrellas, and a view of a building with large windows.

A modern lounge area with sofas, round tables, and a neon sign.

14. Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

0.8 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Elizabeth H

NT$3,449

NT$3,880 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious lounge area with a high ceiling, large windows, a fireplace, and comfortable seating.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a built-in microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink.

An outdoor patio area with a grill, seating, and potted plants.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a covered area.

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Gainesville I-75

2.3 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Ariel

NT$3,214

NT$3,616 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a palm tree in front.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a desk with a chair.

A modern building with a gray facade, a large window, and a landscaped area with a crocodile sculpture.

16. HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

2.6 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Armando Serradet

NT$2,292

NT$2,579 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, outdoor seating, and a well-lit facade.

A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, built-in shelves, a glass coffee table, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A modern restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a counter with a menu board, and a coffee machine.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a small kitchenette.

17. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL

2.3 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Jvotric

NT$2,663

NT$2,996 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with a salad bar, and pendant lighting.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton.

A hallway with exercise mats, a water dispenser, and exercise balls.

A hotel room with two large beds, a sofa, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Gainesville

2.2 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Kim

NT$3,607

NT$4,058 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A spacious hotel lobby with a curved sofa, a patterned carpet, and a large window with sheer curtains.

A large banquet hall with round tables, chairs, and floral centerpieces.

A Hilton hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel lobby with a blue patterned carpet, black round tables with candles, beige sofas, and a curved seating area.

19. Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

0.3 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Nandini

NT$3,866

NT$4,350 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A modern building entrance with a covered entrance area, glass doors, and surrounding greenery.

A hotel room with a grey sofa, a small table, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the dining area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

20. Comfort Inn Gainesville - University Area

2.4 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Jyothi

NT$2,322

NT$2,791 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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Compare popular hotels close to Florida Museum of Natural History

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville	9.6 1612 1,612 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75	9.6 1002 1,002 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG	9.4 1007 1,007 reviews	View
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida	9.4 1291 1,291 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL	9.2 2001 2,001 reviews	View

Top Florida Museum of Natural History Hotel Reviews

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

10/10 Excellent

"I liked every visit to this property. But, I needed some laundry detergent and they were out. I know some times supplies run out."

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

10/10 Excellent

"There's a good variety of food everything was good. The room was kept clean with new towels and sheets while I was away. A late checkout option would be helpful."

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

10/10 Excellent

"The facilities were clean and the staff was excellent. Perfect place for gator game day with the complementary shuttle from the hotel to the stadium and back."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

10/10 Excellent

"Quick and easy to the interstate and close to good dinning options."

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville

8/10 Good

"It’s the red roof ya know. This was still a nice stay mainly because of the staff being so friendly, we all enjoyed the pool my daughter especially and they allow 1 pet to stay for free so we were able to bring along our dog! We did have to request a new room our first night there - the one they originally gave us was extremely broke down and honestly shouldn’t be allowed to be rented out until the several Required repairs are complete, BUT they didn’t give us any hassle. Just went back down to the front desk requested something else and they gave a cleaner/better room on the same floor which made moving easy peasy. I’ve stayed here before in the past and it’s always an ok experience as far as quality goes, but you can’t beat the rate + location + great staff & the pool was clean and cool which makes up for quality in my opinion."

HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

8/10 Good

"First time staying here. Clean and had wonderful hot water in the rooms! Nice staff. Convenient to restaurants and UF."

Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville I-75 Hospital University Area

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay the staff amazing nice 👍 👌 👏"

Comfort Inn Gainesville - University Area

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff. Game day decorations were fun."

Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The front desk staff was very helpful. The room was great! Clean with lots of room. The bed was very comfortable and supportive. We plan on staying there again the next time we’re in Gainesville."

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Cultural Plaza

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Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History during your trip to Gainesville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Curtis M. Phillips Center

9.2/10 (18 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Curtis M. Phillips Center during your trip to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art

9.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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University of Florida Bat Houses

9.4/10 (12 reviews)

You can take time to visit University of Florida Bat Houses during your travels to Gainesville. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

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Regal Butler Town Center

You can take time to visit Regal Butler Town Center during your travels to Gainesville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Lake Alice

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Alice during your travels in Gainesville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Regal Royal Park

9.6/10 (18 reviews)

You can take time to visit Regal Royal Park during your travels to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Florida Museum of Natural History?

Florida Museum of Natural History is located in a welcoming area of Gainesville that travelers like for its sporting events and museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 37 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Florida Museum of Natural History?

Adjacent to Florida Museum of Natural History, Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Another good choice is Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area, located just 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Florida Museum of Natural History?

Expedia has 37 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Florida Museum of Natural History.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Florida Museum of Natural History, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Florida Museum of Natural History.

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What can I see and do near Florida Museum of Natural History?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art, Matheson History Museum, or Historic Haile Homestead. Learn about local history at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Thomas Center. You can enjoy live performances at Curtis M. Phillips Center and Hippodrome State Theatre.

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Our top choices for Florida Museum of Natural History hotels

1. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

4. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

5. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

6. Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

7. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

8. Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

10. Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

12. Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

13. Hampton Inn Gainesville

14. Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Gainesville I-75

16. HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

17. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Gainesville

19. Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

20. Comfort Inn Gainesville - University Area

Compare popular hotels close to Florida Museum of Natural History

Top Florida Museum of Natural History Hotel Reviews

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville

HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville I-75 Hospital University Area

Comfort Inn Gainesville - University Area

Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

Other attractions near Florida Museum of Natural History

Cultural Plaza

Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

Curtis M. Phillips Center

Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art

University of Florida Bat Houses

Regal Butler Town Center

Lake Alice

Regal Royal Park

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