About

Full-service hotel offering three different experiences: Holiday Inn Express ideal for the business traveler, Holiday Inn Resorts for family fun and relaxation, and the Holiday Inn Club Vacations, suitable for family and friends with spacious accommodations Offering comfort and family-oriented service, children stay and eat free at Holiday Inn properties Free high-speed internet access Restaurants and bars on-site with good food and drinks for all ages Indoor or Outdoor swimming pools based on location Great exercise facilities Based on select properties, Holiday Inn's The Hub is the perfect entertainment spot and gaming area with a media lounge, fire pits, etc. The Holiday Inn highlights above are subject to change without notice.


Local Attractions

Gainesville Reg. Airport- 5 miles University of Florida- .1 mile Ben-Hill Griffith Stadium- 0.6 mile O'Connell Center- 0.7 mil Shands Hospital- 0.75 mile Historic Downtown Gainesville- 1 mile Museum of Natural History- 1 mile Hippodrome Theatre- 1 mile Harn Museum- 2 miles NHRA Speedway- 8 miles


Property Description

We were greeted and the person at the desk answered questions in a very pleasant manner. Very professional. Area was well maintained. Check in was perfect, room very clean, bed comfortable. Whole New Year, A Whole New Us!! Come and visit our newly renovated Holiday Inn Gainesville- University Center for 2020! No matter if you are in Gainesville for business or pleasure, you are at your "Home Away From Home" each and every time you stay with us. We look forward to going the extra mile to insure you leave feeling like "family" during your stay with us. Our Holiday Inn Gainesville- University Center is located across the street from the University of Florida, at the corner of NW 13th St. and West University Avenue. Our 6-story interior corridor hotel features 167 modern, comfortable guest rooms equipped with refrigerators and microwaves, Keurig Coffee Makers and complimentary hi-speed wireless internet! We also offer a wonderful and unique rooftop swimming pool, an onsite popular local restaurant Piesanos Pints & Pies Family Restaurant, our Bistro 45 breakfast caf├® featuring Cooked to order breakfast, Business & Fitness Center, FREE Wireless Internet throughout entire hotel, Airport and Local Shuttle offered to guests, and our onsite and our conference center, which offers over 4,000 square feet of flexible meeting space.We are also withing walking distance (less than 2 blocks) to many other popular restaurants and shops. Plus we are the closest hotel to the Gainesville Regional Airport and offer complimentary airport shuttle service daily. We invite to come and experience our newly renovated Holiday Inn Gainesville- University Center for 2020- A Whole New Year and A Whole New Us!


Cancellation/ Refund policy

Policies / Expenses Cancellation: 24 hours prior to day of arrival - individual72 hours prior to day of arrival - group individualsSpecial Event Dates - 30 days prior to day of arrival - group & individual Nightly Parking: 0 Typical Group Deposit: $500 Total Taxes: 12.00% Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) Occupancy Tax: 5.00 Per Night Country Tax: 7.00 Per Night Food and Beverage Tax: 7.00% Porterage Fee: 5.00 Per Person (round-trip) Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day (Complimentary) Rooms Wired Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day (Complimentary) Meeting Wired Internet Fee: 50.00 Per Day Meeting Power Surcharge Fee: 25.00 Per Day Food and Beverage Service Charge: 21.00% Audio Visual Service Charge: 21.00% Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: 10.95 Per Person Avg. Plated Breakfast Cost: 10.95 Per Person Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: 13.95 Per Person Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: 15.95 Per Person Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: 19.99 Per Person Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: 15.00 Per Person Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: 18.95 Per Person Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: 22.99 Per Person Morning Break Cost: 7.95 Per Person Afternoon Break Cost: 9.95 Per Person Banquet Gallon of Coffee: 15.00 Per Item Banquet Soda: 2.50 Per Item Banquet Bottled Water: 2.50 Per Item


Airport & Shuttle Information

The Holiday Inn Gainesville- University Center is the closest hotel to the Gainesville Regional Airport, located just 5 miles from the airport. The Gainesville Regional Airport offers service from American and Delta airlines. The Holiday Inn Gainesville- University Center also offers a complimentary airport shuttle, which picks up and drops off, for all our guests Local Shuttle Info: The Holiday Inn Gainesville- University Center offers a free shuttle to and from Gainesville Regional Airport, University of Florida and Shands Hospital. Other locations are based on availability.


Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed. Sorry, pets are not allowed.


Details / Other Expenses
  • Check In: 3:00pm Check Out: 11:00pm Year of Last Renovation: 2020 Floors: 6 Rooms: 167 Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways Non Smoking Rooms: 167 Handicap Rooms: 8 Suites: 0 Room Windows: Windows Don't Open Cleaning Frequency: Daily Meeting Rooms: 8 View Spaces Meeting Space: 11307 sq. feet Banquet Space: Holds 300 people Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 1.0 Mi Dist. to Nearest Gym: 1.0 Mi Lounge/Bar Hours: 11AM-12AM FEMA Approved: Yes Pool Info: Experience Our Unique Rooftop Pool and spacious deck with plenty of room to relax
  • at the Holiday Inn Gainesville- University Center. Open daily from 8am to Dusk. Ownership: HI Development Inc. Policies / Expenses Cancellation: 24 hours prior to day of arrival - individual72 hours prior to day of arrival - group individualsSpecial Event Dates - 30 days prior to day of arrival - group & individual Nightly Parking: 0 Typical Group Deposit: $500 Total Taxes: 12.00% Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) Occupancy Tax: 5.00 Per Night Country Tax: 7.00 Per Night Food and Beverage Tax: 7.00% Porterage Fee: 5.00 Per Person (round-trip) Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day (Complimentary) Rooms Wired Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day (Complimentary) Meeting Wired Internet Fee: 50.00 Per Day Meeting Power Surcharge Fee: 25.00 Per Day Food and Beverage Service Charge: 21.00% Audio Visual Service Charge: 21.00% Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: 10.95 Per Person Avg. Plated Breakfast Cost: 10.95 Per Person Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: 13.95 Per Person Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: 15.95 Per Person Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: 19.99 Per Person Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: 15.00 Per Person Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: 18.95 Per Person Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: 22.99 Per Person Morning Break Cost: 7.95 Per Person Afternoon Break Cost: 9.95 Per Person Banquet Gallon of Coffee: 15.00 Per Item Banquet Soda: 2.50 Per Item Banquet Bottled Water: 2.50 Per Item
Features
  • We have an outdoor pool
  • Shuttle from airport available
  • Check out time: 11:00pm
  • Hotel has an eco-friendly policy
  • Hotel has 8 meeting rooms
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Amenities / Features
  • Air conditioning
  • ATM
  • Clothes drying
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Electronic key card
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Free local calls
  • Handicap accessible
  • Internet - wireless
  • Microwave in room
  • Office or business center
  • Refrigerator
  • Shop
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Telephone - Free local calls
  • TV Channel: HBO
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Elevator
  • Fax available
  • Garage
  • Central heating
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Restaurant
  • Shower
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Television
  • Travellers cheques accepted
  • Alarm clock
  • Central location
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Dinner available
  • Express Check-Out
  • Fitness and health center
  • Hairdryer available
  • Ice Maker
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24 hours opened
  • Radio in room
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shows or evening entertainment
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • TV - Free Cable
  • Voicemail

About Brand

Full-service hotel offering three different experiences: Holiday Inn Express ideal for the business traveler, Holiday Inn Resorts for family fun and relaxation, and the Holiday Inn Club Vacations, suitable for family and friends with spacious accommodations Offering comfort and family-oriented service, children stay and eat free at Holiday Inn properties Free high-speed internet access Restaurants and bars on-site with good food and drinks for all ages Indoor or Outdoor swimming pools based on location Great exercise facilities Based on select properties, Holiday Inn's The Hub is the perfect entertainment spot and gaming area with a media lounge, fire pits, etc. The Holiday Inn highlights above are subject to change without notice.


Internet

At the Holiday Inn Gainesville- University Center, Wi-Fi is complimentary to all registered guests. Access is available to all general areas of the hotel including; Sleeping Room, Hallways, Lobby, and Meeting Space.


Meeting Spaces
Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Feet)
Size
(sqft.)
Banquet
5'/6'
Crescent
Classroom
Hollow
Square
U-Shape
Boardroom
Convention
8'/10'
Theater
Reception
Regist.
Desk
L x W x H (Feet)20 x 15 x 10 Size (sqft.) 300 Banquet 5'/6 --/-- Crescent -- Classroom -- Hollow Square -- U-Shape -- Boardroom 12 Convention --/-- Theater -- Reception -- Regist. Desk --
Chancellor's Boardroom

Limited equipment available.

Details
Room Type Boardroom
Total Size 300 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 20 x 15 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level 2
Power Outlets 3
Columns 0
Windows 0
Natural Light? No
Obstructions? No
Built In Screens? No
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? Yes

Amenities Available
Amenities Available Coffee/Tea Setup Food/Beverage Projection Equip. TV/VCR/DVD WIFI Internet Podium LAN Internet Teleconferencing White Board Video Conference Flip Chart Air Conditioning Meeting Room rental is based upon straight room rental. Groups may receive special pricing or waiver of room rental based upon Food and Beverage minimums or room night minimums.
L x W x H (Feet)87 x 48 x 10 Size (sqft.) 4176 Banquet 5'/6 200/240 Crescent 200 Classroom 150 Hollow Square 85 U-Shape 100 Boardroom 85 Convention 30/25 Theater 300 Reception 300 Regist. Desk 300
University Ballroom

At the Holiday Inn Gainesville- University Center, our 4,176 square feet of flexible space offers groups the option to hold meeting, banquets and receptions. Our space divides into 3 separate rooms that allow for guests to make their space more personable for their event. Our President's Room is 1440 square feet. Our Florida Room is 1536 square feet and our Champions Room is 1200 square feet. Each room is equipped with complimentary hi-speed wireless internet, plus each room has an 85" in large Smart TV that allows for an easy plug-n-play option for presentations from your laptop, with an HDMI cord or it can also been connected wirelessly. We also have multiple power connections for your group

Details
Room Type Ballroom
Total Size 4176 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 87 x 48 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level 2
Power Outlets 10
Columns 2
Windows 0
Natural Light? No
Obstructions? No
Built In Screens? No
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? No

Amenities Available
Amenities Available Coffee/Tea Setup Food/Beverage Projection Equip. TV/VCR/DVD WIFI Internet Podium LAN Internet Microphone Teleconferencing White Board Video Conference Flip Chart Air Conditioning Computer Rentals Simultaneous Interpretation Sound System Meeting Room rental is based upon straight room rental. Groups may receive special pricing or waiver of room rental based upon Food and Beverage minimums or room night minimums.
L x W x H (Feet)45 x 24 x 10 Size (sqft.) 1080 Banquet 5'/6 82/82 Crescent 58 Classroom 41 Hollow Square 24 U-Shape 28 Boardroom 24 Convention 6/5 Theater 110 Reception 99 Regist. Desk 99
Orange & Blue Room

Details
Room Type Ballroom Section
Total Size 1080 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 45 x 24 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level 2
Power Outlets 3
Columns 0
Windows 0
Natural Light? No
Obstructions? No
Built In Screens? No
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? No

Amenities Available
Amenities Available Coffee/Tea Setup Food/Beverage Projection Equip. TV/VCR/DVD WIFI Internet Podium LAN Internet Microphone Teleconferencing White Board Video Conference Flip Chart Air Conditioning Computer Rentals Simultaneous Interpretation Sound System Meeting Room rental is based upon straight room rental. Groups may receive special pricing or waiver of room rental based upon Food and Beverage minimums or room night minimums.
L x W x H (Feet)45 x 36 x 10 Size (sqft.) 1620 Banquet 5'/6 135/135 Crescent 94 Classroom 67 Hollow Square 39 U-Shape 46 Boardroom 39 Convention 10/8 Theater 180 Reception 162 Regist. Desk 162
Florida Room

Details
Room Type Ballroom Section
Total Size 1620 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 45 x 36 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level 2
Power Outlets 4
Columns 2
Windows 0
Natural Light? No
Obstructions? No
Built In Screens? No
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? No

Amenities Available
Amenities Available Coffee/Tea Setup Food/Beverage Projection Equip. TV/VCR/DVD WIFI Internet Podium LAN Internet Microphone Teleconferencing White Board Video Conference Flip Chart Air Conditioning Sound System Meeting Room rental is based upon straight room rental. Groups may receive special pricing or waiver of room rental based upon Food and Beverage minimums or room night minimums.
L x W x H (Feet)45 x 27 x 10 Size (sqft.) 1215 Banquet 5'/6 101/101 Crescent 71 Classroom 51 Hollow Square 29 U-Shape 35 Boardroom 29 Convention 8/6 Theater 135 Reception 122 Regist. Desk 122
Gator Room

Details
Room Type Ballroom Section
Total Size 1215 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 45 x 27 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level 2
Power Outlets 3
Columns 1
Windows 0
Natural Light? No
Obstructions? No
Built In Screens? No
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? No

Amenities Available
Amenities Available Coffee/Tea Setup Food/Beverage Projection Equip. TV/VCR/DVD WIFI Internet Podium LAN Internet Microphone Teleconferencing White Board Video Conference Flip Chart Air Conditioning Sound System Meeting Room rental is based upon straight room rental. Groups may receive special pricing or waiver of room rental based upon Food and Beverage minimums or room night minimums.
L x W x H (Feet)45 x 27 x 10 Size (sqft.) 1215 Banquet 5'/6 --/-- Crescent -- Classroom 45 Hollow Square 25 U-Shape 25 Boardroom 25 Convention --/-- Theater 100 Reception 60 Regist. Desk --
Champions Room

Details
Room Type General Meeting Room
Total Size 1215 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 45 x 27 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level
Natural Light? No
Obstructions? No
Built In Screens? No
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? No

Amenities Available
Amenities Available Meeting Room rental is based upon straight room rental. Groups may receive special pricing or waiver of room rental based upon Food and Beverage minimums or room night minimums.
L x W x H (Feet)48 x 30 x 10 Size (sqft.) 1440 Banquet 5'/6 --/-- Crescent -- Classroom 50 Hollow Square 25 U-Shape 28 Boardroom 35 Convention --/-- Theater 100 Reception 80 Regist. Desk --
Presidents Room

Details
Room Type General Meeting Room
Total Size 1440 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 48 x 30 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level
Natural Light? No
Obstructions? No
Built In Screens? No
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? No

Amenities Available
Amenities Available Meeting Room rental is based upon straight room rental. Groups may receive special pricing or waiver of room rental based upon Food and Beverage minimums or room night minimums.
L x W x H (Feet)48 x 87 x 9 Size (sqft.) 4176 Banquet 5'/6 --/-- Crescent -- Classroom 160 Hollow Square 100 U-Shape 115 Boardroom 100 Convention --/-- Theater 325 Reception 250 Regist. Desk --
The University Ballroom

Details
Room Type General Meeting Room
Total Size 4176 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 48 x 87 x 9 Ft.
Floor Level
Natural Light? No
Obstructions? No
Built In Screens? No
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? No

Amenities Available
Amenities Available Meeting Room rental is based upon straight room rental. Groups may receive special pricing or waiver of room rental based upon Food and Beverage minimums or room night minimums.

Breakfast Information

Visit our new Breakfast Cafe, Bistro 45, featuring fresh, hot Cooked to Order Breakfast, at the Holiday Inn Gainesville- University Center. Our Bistro 45 Breakfast Cafe is open daily Monday thru Friday 6 am - 10 am and Saturday and Sunday 7 am - 11 am. Experience favorite classics like cooked to order omelettes, delicious pancakes and our popular breakfast wraps. Children staying with their parents, who are 12 and under, eat free in our Bistro 45


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