The Best Hotels Closest to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park in for 2026

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

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

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

1. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

12.5 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Samantha

₩110,914

₩128,809 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

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.

2. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

13.4 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Adam

₩141,475

₩159,159 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A multi-story hotel with a brown and beige facade, featuring a prominent sign for 'Country Inn & Suites by Wyndham'.

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

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

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

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

13.7 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

sherry

₩117,996

₩132,745 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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 breakfast bar with a juice dispenser, cereal boxes, and fruit bowls.

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

4. Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

13.3 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Diego

₩106,917

₩127,790 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A wooden dock with a chair, surrounded by trees and a calm water body.

A wooden cabin rental area with a guest registration desk, a sign for cabin rentals, and a sign indicating happy hour hours.

A living room with a leather sofa, a TV on a wooden stand, a lamp, a bookshelf, and a painting on the wall.

A small, single-story building with a blue exterior, a wooden door, and a window.

5. Yearling Restaurant and Cabins

13.8 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Riley

₩185,537

₩208,736 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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

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

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

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

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

13.2 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Michael

₩158,841

₩178,697 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

7. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

13.3 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Robert

₩113,832

₩128,062 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A large, two-story house with a porch, multiple windows, and a chimney.

A cozy living room with a Christmas tree, a fireplace with stockings, and a view through a window.

A garden with a stone fountain, a gazebo, and a winding brick path.

A grand staircase with ornate carpet, a cozy sitting area with a sofa and chairs, and a large window with a view.

8. Sweetwater Branch Inn

14.6 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Jose

₩192,906

₩217,019 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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.

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

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

12.9 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Karri

₩146,361

₩164,656 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern interior with a staircase, a seating area, and a colorful abstract wall design.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, a small table, and a fire pit.

A modern hotel lobby with a round table featuring two drinks, a sofa, and a colorful wall art piece.

A modern bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

10. Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

14.5 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

₩139,750

₩157,218 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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

11. HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

13.8 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Cassandra

₩102,713

₩115,552 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

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

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

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

12. Hampton Inn Gainesville

13.2 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Ross

₩127,334

₩143,251 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden ceiling.

A staircase with dark wooden steps leading to a landing with a small table and chair.

A porch with two Adirondack chairs, a wooden door, and a sign reading "Downtown Studio Depot Village".

A modern building with a unique facade featuring a grid of colorful panels.

13. Depot Village

14.3 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Leslie

₩89,955

₩191,297 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a well-maintained outdoor area with a parking lot.

A modern kitchen with blue-tiled walls, stainless steel appliances, and a central island.

A modern lounge area with a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, teal and brown seating, patterned carpet, and a wall-mounted clock.

A hotel reception area with directional signs for elevators, floor 1, pool restrooms, and business center.

14. La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville

19.3 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Elizabeth

₩132,145

₩148,670 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

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

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.

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

14.1 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Meredith

₩143,781

₩161,754 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

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 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 TV, a desk, and a sofa.

16. Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

14.1 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Donald

₩192,211

₩216,238 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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.

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.

17. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL

13.8 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Jvotric

₩112,323

₩126,364 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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

18. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

13.5 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Diane

₩203,587

₩229,036 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern outdoor lounge area with a fire feature, seating, and a view of a pool.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, a glass table, and a bar area with various bottles.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV, and a view of greenery through the window.

The exterior of the AC Hotel Gainesville with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance, large potted plants, and a well-lit facade.

19. AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown

15.2 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Luis

₩225,581

₩253,780 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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

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.

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

20. Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

15 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Elizabeth H

₩128,893

₩145,004 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Comfort Suites Gainesville near University	9.0 Wonderful 1,534 reviews	View
Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville	9.6 Exceptional 1,655 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL	9.2 Wonderful 2,021 reviews	View
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands	8.8 Excellent 1,314 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75	9.6 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View

Top Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Hotel Reviews

Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"L"

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely clean and comfortable...💪💪💪💪"

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location near Restaurants and fast foods"

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

8/10 Good

"Clean and convenient location"

Quality Inn Gainesville near University

10/10 Excellent

"N/A"

WoodSpring Suites Gainesville I-75

8/10 Good

"I have stayed in several Woodspring Suites and always satisfied. I don’t need fancy, just need clean and safe. The mattress in my room might need to be changed. The room was a single and I think the bed was a full or double, wasn’t a queen. The mattress was a little more “worn” on the side by the bedside table. The other side remained more firm. Otherwise, no complaints. Front desk was always pleasant and helpful."

Micanopy Inn

8/10 Good

"Staff very helpful"

Other attractions near Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Micanopy Historical Society Museum

9.0/10 (11 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Micanopy Historical Society Museum during your trip to Micanopy. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

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Price's Scrub State Park

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

You can take time to visit Price's Scrub State Park during your travels to Micanopy. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's festivals.

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Florida National Scenic Trail

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Florida National Scenic Trail during your travels to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Kate's Fish Camp

Explore the great outdoors at Kate's Fish Camp, a lovely green space in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Bivens Arm Nature Park

Explore the great outdoors at Bivens Arm Nature Park, a lovely green space in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Fred Bear Museum

9.6/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Fred Bear Museum in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Dogwood Park

6.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Dogwood Park, a lovely green space in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park?

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located in an area that travelers like for its festivals. You'll find 7 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park?

Located 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park, Micanopy Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good choices in the area include Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville and Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park.

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Our top choices for Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park hotels

1. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

2. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

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

4. Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

5. Yearling Restaurant and Cabins

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

7. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

8. Sweetwater Branch Inn

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

10. Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

11. HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

12. Hampton Inn Gainesville

13. Depot Village

14. La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville

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

16. Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

17. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL

18. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

19. AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown

20. Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

Compare popular hotels close to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Top Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Hotel Reviews

Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

Quality Inn Gainesville near University

WoodSpring Suites Gainesville I-75

Micanopy Inn

Other attractions near Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Micanopy Historical Society Museum

Price's Scrub State Park

Florida National Scenic Trail

Kate's Fish Camp

Bivens Arm Nature Park

Fred Bear Museum

Dogwood Park

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