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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 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.

1. Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

3 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Esteban

₩115,491

₩129,927 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A hotel room with two beds, a painting of a sunset over the ocean, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A Days Inn by Wyndham hotel with a blue awning, large windows, and a parking lot.

A Day Inn by Wyndham hotel with a clear entrance, a parking lot, and surrounding greenery.

A corridor with windows, a balcony, and a view of greenery and buildings.

2. Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville Hospital/University Area

2.7 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

angie

₩67,925

₩76,416 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A building with a covered entrance, potted plants, and a Coca-Cola vending machine.

A parking lot with a white car, trees with Spanish moss, and a green building.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a red bedspread and white pillows. There is a nightstand with a lamp and a phone between the beds. The room has a dark wall with a framed picture above the left bed.

A room with two blue chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and two abstract paintings on the wall.

3. Value Lodge

2.1 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

David

₩72,903

₩82,022 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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 sign above stating "MUST HAVE COFFEE EXPRESS", and various coffee-related items on shelves.

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and a pool.

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

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

4.6 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Meredith

₩151,238

₩170,143 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

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

5.1 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Tricia

₩117,174

₩131,821 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

4.8 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Hoang

₩113,137

₩127,278 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A Super 8 hotel with a well-maintained garden, palm trees, and a stone sculpture.

A dining area with a high table and multiple chairs, a kitchen area with a counter, and a staircase leading to another level.

A modern kitchen with a built-in island, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a wooden door labeled "office".

A Super 8 hotel surrounded by lush landscaping and palm trees.

7. Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville I-75 Hospital University Area

4.8 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Javier

₩63,346

₩71,265 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, stone walls, and a barbecue grill.

A modern dining area with a wooden table, blue upholstered chairs, and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchenette, and a wardrobe with hanging space.

TownePlace Suites Marriott with a modern exterior, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area.

8. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Gainesville Northwest

6.9 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Tanya

₩138,806

₩156,157 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a chandelier, a ceiling fan, a reception desk, and a wall-mounted information board.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a wooden dresser.

A motel with a large sign reading "Gator Town" and a parking lot in front.

A spacious hallway with wooden flooring, a chandelier, and large windows offering views of the outside.

9. Gator Town Inn

3.7 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Katherine

₩87,483

₩98,419 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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.

10. Comfort Inn Gainesville - University Area

4.7 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Troy

₩106,849

₩127,661 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a curtain, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building.

A hotel lobby with a stone wall, a 'Red Roof Plus' sign, leather chairs, a wooden coffee table, and a reception desk.

A hotel with a red roof, a 'Red Roof Plus' sign, and a building with multiple windows and balconies.

11. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville

4.6 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Thomas

₩77,530

₩87,221 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "Woodspring Suites." There are trees in front of the building, and a parking lot with cars.

A reception area with a green wall, a wooden counter, a computer, and a printer.

A person sitting on a bed with a laptop, wearing a white shirt and a patterned tie.

A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a refrigerator, and a sink.

12. WoodSpring Suites Gainesville I-75

5.8 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Willie

₩91,460

₩102,899 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a view of the outdoors.

A reception area with a desk, chairs, a clock, and a bulletin board.

A motel with a parking lot, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a large tree in front.

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, a wooden chair, and a television.

13. Travelers Inn

3.7 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Joseph

₩86,158

₩96,934 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, balconies, and a wheelchair-accessible entrance.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and cabinets.

A hotel with a sign reading "Extended Stay America" and a two-story structure with a covered entrance and a staircase.

14. Extended Stay America Select Suites Gainesville I-75

4.7 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Victoria

₩77,528

₩87,217 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a patterned carpet.

A reception area with a dark wooden reception desk, a large white floral wall art, and a tiled floor.

15. Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville University I-75

6.5 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Cheryl

₩95,767

₩107,736 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, a sofa, and large windows.

A building with a sloped roof, a covered entrance, and a fountain in the foreground.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a lamp.

A reception area with a counter, a computer, a fan, and a registration sign.

16. Campus Inn by Hotel O Gainesville - University Area

3.4 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Cristian

₩76,879

₩88,872 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern bedroom with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a window with blinds.

A room with a sofa, a patterned rug, and a wooden table with a bowl.

A narrow stairway leading to a blue door with a keypad lock, flanked by white railings and siding.

A hallway with a white door at the end, a patterned rug on the floor, and a light switch on the wall.

17. Luxury Apartment in Heart of Haile Walk to Fun!

Haile Plantation, 9.5 km from Stephen C. O'Connell Center

₩191,038

₩488,778 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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Compare popular hotels close to Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville Hospital/University Area	7.8 Good 321 reviews	View
Value Lodge	5.4 277 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL	9.2 Wonderful 2,029 reviews	View

Top Stephen C. O'Connell Center Hotel Reviews

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and updated."

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

8/10 Good

"You need to have room service to get 5 stars"

Gainesville Lodge

8/10 Good

"Lovely place very cute coffee shop and bar only issue was sewer vapor smell coming up from the shower"

Quality Inn Gainesville near University

8/10 Good

"The room was fine. Had a smell of mold. But the bed was comfy. Was told the wrong time so Missed breakfast. A\C was loud but worked. Front desk lady was nice. Great location for what I needed."

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

10/10 Excellent

"Nice location , clean and friendly"

AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Such a wonderful hotel to stay at while we toured the University of Florida. The location was ideal, the room was clean and well appointed, and the staff were very accommodating. We will definitely stay here again!"

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A football stadium filled with spectators and cheerleaders.

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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An aerial view of a historic town with red-roofed buildings, a large stadium, and surrounding greenery.

University of Florida

9.4/10 (3,227 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area around University of Florida, a top college in Gainesville. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Stephen C. O'Connell Center?

Stephen C. O'Connell Center is located in Gainesville. Travelers 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, check out the 106 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel 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 traveler 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 choice 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 106 hotels and other accommodations 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, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Stephen C. O'Connell Center.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Stephen C. O'Connell Center?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Stephen C. O'Connell Center, click here.

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 Curtis M. Phillips Center and Hippodrome State Theatre.

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

1. Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

2. Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville Hospital/University Area

3. Value Lodge

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

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

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

7. Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville I-75 Hospital University Area

8. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Gainesville Northwest

9. Gator Town Inn

10. Comfort Inn Gainesville - University Area

11. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville

12. WoodSpring Suites Gainesville I-75

13. Travelers Inn

14. Extended Stay America Select Suites Gainesville I-75

15. Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville University I-75

16. Campus Inn by Hotel O Gainesville - University Area

17. Luxury Apartment in Heart of Haile Walk to Fun!

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Top Stephen C. O'Connell Center Hotel Reviews

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

Gainesville Lodge

Quality Inn Gainesville near University

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown

Other attractions near Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Ben Hill Griffin Stadium

University of Florida

Cultural Plaza

Lake Alice

University of Florida Bat Houses

Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art

Curtis M. Phillips Center

Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

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