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 room with a large window offering a view of a cityscape, a blue armchair, and a small table with a lamp.

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

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

1. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

2.5 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Adam

₩142,307

₩160,095 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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 hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

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

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

2.1 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Robert

₩159,775

₩179,747 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, served in metal containers with glass lids.

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

2.2 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Meredith

₩147,692

₩166,153 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

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

4. Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

2.3 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Donald

₩193,342

₩217,510 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

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

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

2.7 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

sherry

₩118,690

₩133,526 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

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

A modern building with a curved glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a grassy courtyard.

A modern bar area with high ceilings and large windows, featuring bar stools and a counter.

6. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

2.9 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Joseph

₩210,052

₩236,309 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A modern gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, and weight equipment.

A spacious hotel lobby with a checkered carpet, wooden paneling, and two large chandeliers.

7. Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

2.8 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Arleana

₩135,608

₩154,086 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A fire pit area surrounded by stone tiles, with a metal fence in the background.

8. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

3.2 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Samantha

₩110,824

₩128,705 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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 compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a dining table, and a small office area.

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

₩147,222

₩165,625 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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.

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.

10. Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

2.5 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Diego

₩107,278

₩128,241 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

A hotel hallway with carpeted floors, doors on both sides, and overhead lighting.

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.

11. Hampton Inn Gainesville

2.6 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Ross

₩127,230

₩143,134 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A hotel reception area with a curved reception desk, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a wall with a blue abstract design.

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

12. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

2.5 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Robert

₩114,501

₩128,813 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

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

13. Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

2.1 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

jose

₩124,397

₩139,946 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

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

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

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

A modern hotel entrance with a covered lobby, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

14. Residence Inn by Marriott Gainesville I-75

2.3 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Ariel

₩130,103

₩146,365 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

An outdoor seating area with a stone fire feature, chairs, and a table.

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

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

15. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL

2.3 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Jvotric

₩112,984

₩127,106 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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 bar area with a bar counter, stools, and seating including a sofa and chairs.

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

16. Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

0.8 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Elizabeth H

₩128,787

₩144,886 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen counter, and a sign reading "höm cooking".

17. HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

2.6 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Cassandra

₩97,262

₩109,420 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

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

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

A swimming pool with a white fence, palm trees, and a hotel building in the background.

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Gainesville

2.2 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Tonya

₩155,210

₩174,612 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

A bar area with multiple seating arrangements and a bar counter.

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

19. Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

0.3 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Nandini

₩142,026

₩159,779 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

A hotel room with a grey sofa, a small table, a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a bed with a blue blanket.

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

20. Comfort Inn Gainesville - University Area

2.4 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Troy

₩107,030

₩127,967 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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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 Exceptional 1,655 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL	9.2 Wonderful 2,022 reviews	View

Top Florida Museum of Natural History Hotel Reviews

HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

10/10 Excellent

"It was super clean and the staff helped me get the room i exactly needed with no problem. Super sweet. Breakfast was also a plus better then some ive had before but not the best ive had. If your looking for somthing quick and easy too stay in or just for a few nights 100% recommend."

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

8/10 Good

"Check in staff was great but during check out there was 1 girl at desk, she was on the phone for about 15 mins. Didn’t even acknowledge me, I had to interrupt her conversation to ask if there was someone else who could help and she said no and proceeded to talk on the phone."

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

8/10 Good

"Great location. Clean. Friendly staff. Only complaint is they don’t have much for toiletries"

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

8/10 Good

"Clean room , nice staffs !"

Cozy UF Condo Near Shands UF on Archer

10/10 Excellent

"My husband was at Shand‘s for open-heart surgery. I am so happy that I found this Condo. It was perfect to go back-and-forth from the hospital as it is only about 5 to 7 minutes away. it was super clean, stocked nicely, and the washer and dryer made it perfect. The communication from the owner is great. All kinds of shopping and restaurants are within 5 to 10 minutes from the condo as well. I would highly recommend this for anyone going near Shands or UF."

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Cultural Plaza

Learn about the local history of Gainesville when you spend time at Cultural Plaza. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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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 38 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 38 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.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Florida Museum of Natural History?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your stay near Florida Museum of Natural History, head over to our customer service page.

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. Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

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

6. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

7. Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

8. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

10. Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

11. Hampton Inn Gainesville

12. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

13. Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

14. Residence Inn by Marriott Gainesville I-75

15. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL

16. Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

17. HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

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

HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

Cozy UF Condo Near Shands UF on Archer

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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