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Our top choices for Stephen C. O'Connell Center hotels

Exterior

1. Sweetwater Branch Inn

Sweetwater Branch Inn
3.5 star property
3.2 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"A nice cozy bed and breakfast. The breakfast was delicious and the staff were friendly and caring."
United States
Damon
The price is €130
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Sweetwater Branch Inn
Exterior

2. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
3.0 star property
1.7 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,257 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay in Gainesville!"
United States
Denysse
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Lanai, Courtyard View | Private kitchen

3. Depot Village

Depot Village
2.0 star property
2.7 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (154 reviews)
"It was a great stay"
United States
Trisha
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Depot Village
Lobby

4. Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Gainesville, 2.6 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,196 reviews)
"It was a very pleasant stay"
United States
Monica
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
Lobby

5. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,395 reviews)
"A great stay"
United States
Pamela
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Comfort Suites Gainesville near University
Restaurant

6. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center
3.0 star property
2.3 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (974 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay. Staff was super friendly and helpful"
United States
Carrie
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center
Property amenity

7. AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown
2.5 star property
College Park, 1.1 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (517 reviews)
" loved everything about my stay, especially the location "
United States
clarence
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown
Terrace/patio

8. Gainesville Lodge

Gainesville Lodge
2.0 star property
2.2 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (65 reviews)
"Great place to stay! Kristy the manager was very sweet and helpful. Loved the decor and proximity to the places we needed to be in Gainesville. Definitely will stay again!"
United States
Courtney
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Gainesville Lodge
Exterior

9. Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area
3.0 star property
3 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel was fine. We had a really hard time opening and closing our room door."
United States
Katy
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area
Reception

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Gainesville, 2.7 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great breakfast!"
United States
Donald
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown
Meeting facility

11. Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville
3.5 star property
2.6 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"The staff were amazing."
United States
Joseph
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville
Exterior

12. Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG
3.0 star property
University Heights, 1.3 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Front desk was very helpful and elegant"
United States
Daniel
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

13. Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville Hospital/University Area

Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville Hospital/University Area
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (269 reviews)
"The motel was close to our destination."
United States
Barbara
The price is €57
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville Hospital/University Area
Lobby

14. Quality Inn Gainesville near University

Quality Inn Gainesville near University
2.5 star property
2.5 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"I enjoy my stay an the service was great"
United States
Shenicka
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Quality Inn Gainesville near University
Lobby

15. University Inn Gainesville

University Inn Gainesville
2.0 star property
2.1 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
6.4 out of 10, (144 reviews)
"Cold A/C The hotel was an old Days Inn that has new owners they seem to be upgrading the entire property. Should be a real nice place to stay in the future"
United States
Stanley
The price is €57
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
University Inn Gainesville
Front of property

16. Value Lodge

Value Lodge
2.0 star property
2.1 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
5.4 out of 10, (273 reviews)
"my husband and his friend were attending the Gainesville football game and they were very happy with the cleanliness and the friendliness of the staff attendant. We had booked a room at another hotel the night before and it was not up to par so I was able to book this one for them for the last night of their trip."
United States
Allen
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Value Lodge
Lobby

17. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
3.0 star property
4.8 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,528 reviews)
"Affordable, great breakfast and clean rooms"
United States
Carlos
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
Lobby lounge

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75
3.0 star property
4.3 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Definitely will book again when I’m in Gainesville!"
United States
Brittney
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75
BBQ/picnic Area

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG
2.5 star property
4.6 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place will be coming back great pool nice clean rooms very friendly staff"
United States
Danielle
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG
BBQ/picnic Area

20. Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG
3.0 star property
4.6 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Close to restaurants"
United States
Marie
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG
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Compare popular hotels close to Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Exterior
Sweetwater Branch Inn
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
View
Exterior
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,257 reviews
View
Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Lanai, Courtyard View | Private kitchen
Depot Village
2.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
154 reviews
View
Lobby
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,196 reviews
View
Lobby
Comfort Suites Gainesville near University
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,395 reviews
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Top Stephen C. O'Connell Center Hotel Reviews

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

10/10 Excellent
"Had to stay in Gainesville for an extra night due to our dog being held over an extra night at the UF Veterinary Hospital. The place let us relax and hang out. The staff was very nice, and we enjoyed the breakfast."
James 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

Hotels near other Stephen C. O'Connell Center attractions

A football stadium filled with spectators and cheerleaders.
Photo by D Lawrence
Open Photo by D Lawrence

Ben Hill Griffin Stadium

9.0/10 (1,220 reviews)
Catch an event at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium during your trip to Gainesville. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Stephen C. O'Connell Center?
Stephen C. O'Connell Center is located in Gainesville. Travellers love the area for its array of dining options, sporting events and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 80 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Stephen C. O'Connell Center?
Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Another good option is AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown, located just 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Stephen C. O'Connell Center?
Expedia has 80 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Stephen C. O'Connell Center, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
What can I see and do near Stephen C. O'Connell Center?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Florida Museum of Natural History, Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art or Matheson History Museum. Learn about local history at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Thomas Center. You can enjoy live performances at Hippodrome State Theatre and Curtis M. Phillips Center.