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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75
2.5 star property
2.1 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Yes, the room was spacious and clean and the staff very nice."
United States
Rosangela
The price is S$158
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75
Restaurant
Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
3.0 star property
2.5 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1327)
"Great location right off of I 75.. quick stay for a long trip . "
United States
Mariel
The price is S$153
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG
2.5 star property
2.2 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Clean room; great coffee in lobby; nice courtyard "
United States
Pam
The price is S$171
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG
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Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG
3.0 star property
2.3 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (909)
"Great hotel with clean rooms and friendly staff!"
United States
Denise
The price is S$201
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan, 2026
Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG
Restaurant
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
3.0 star property
2.9 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1290)
"Second time here and will be coming back. Love this place"
United States
Nate
The price is S$184
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
3.0 star property
2.8 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1633)
"Quiet and clean overnight stay, we will be back , breakfast was good . "
United States
Ralph
The price is S$127
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
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Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University
2.5 star property
3.2 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1163)
"Clean rooms, pet friendly, great staff & nice amenities. "
United States
Phillip
The price is S$122
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Comfort Suites Gainesville near University
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Residence Inn by Marriott Gainesville I-75

Residence Inn by Marriott Gainesville I-75

Residence Inn by Marriott Gainesville I-75
3.0 star property
2.3 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (741)
"Staff was nice, building and room was not that clean or in good shape."
United States
Nathan
The price is S$140
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Residence Inn by Marriott Gainesville I-75
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Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG
3.5 star property
2.8 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
" Nice hotel,excellent breakfast"
United States
Axel
The price is S$146
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan, 2026
Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG
Free continental breakfast on weekends
Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center
3.0 star property
3 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (896)
"Everything was perfect, nice room, good breakfast and friendly assistants"
United States
Andrea
The price is S$147
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan, 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center
Lounge
Aloft Gainesville University Area

Aloft Gainesville University Area

Aloft Gainesville University Area
3.0 star property
0.9 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Staff was welcoming , room was clean "
United States
alison
The price is S$140
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan, 2026
Aloft Gainesville University Area
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Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville
3.0 star property
2.1 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great stay "
United States
Adriana
The price is S$141
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville
Outdoor pool
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
2.5 star property
2.5 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1049)
"Clean room and friendly staff"
United States
Thomas
The price is S$114
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan, 2026
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville
3.0 star property
2.5 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Staff was great room was clean breakfast was amazing"
United States
Carol
The price is S$121
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan, 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville
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Hampton Inn Gainesville

Hampton Inn Gainesville

Hampton Inn Gainesville
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (988)
"Room was super clean, the staff was very nice. The breakfast was very good! "
United States
Chad
The price is S$117
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan, 2026
Hampton Inn Gainesville
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Homewood Suites by Hilton Gainesville

Homewood Suites by Hilton Gainesville

Homewood Suites by Hilton Gainesville
3.0 star property
2.2 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (930)
"Room was very clean, staff was excellent."
United States
Arnold
The price is S$136
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan, 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Gainesville
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Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL

Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL

Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL
3.0 star property
2.3 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (663)
"Clean rooms, lobby and friendly staff."
United States
Kimberly
The price is S$121
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL
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Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville
3.5 star property
0.3 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"I will recommend my friends and family to come at this location anytime they are in gainesville "
United States
Recardo
The price is S$140
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan, 2026
Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville
Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi
HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western
2.5 star property
2.6 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1800)
"Staff was very friendly."
United States
Vishesh
The price is S$111
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan, 2026
HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University
2.5 star property
2.3 km from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"Clean room, friendly and attentive staff, very conveniently located."
United States
Omar
The price is S$119
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan, 2026
Comfort Inn University
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Top Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History Hotel Reviews

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly staff, very clean. "
Ruth 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

Hotels near other Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History attractions

Peleides blue morpho butterfly (Morpho peleides) in the Butterfly Rainforest at a museum of natural history; Gainesville, Florida, United States of America

Florida Museum of Natural History

4.5/5 (358 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Florida Museum of Natural History during your travels in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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Be sure to catch the live butterfly releases that are held several times a day. So many beautiful and friendly butterflies to meet. A wonderful experience. #Colorful
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Cultural Plaza

Learn about the local history of Gainesville with a stop at Cultural Plaza. 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 Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History?
Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History 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 29 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History?
Adjacent to Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History, Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Another good option is Aloft Gainesville University Area, located just 0.5 mi (0.9 km) away.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History?
Expedia has 29 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History.
What can I see and do near Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History?
Study the collections at Florida Museum of Natural History, Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art 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.