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

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.

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

1. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

2.5 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Mercylen

S$151

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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

2.1 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Robert

S$171

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern building with a curved facade, a landscaped pathway, and a body of water in the foreground.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a water feature, and modern buildings in the background.

A bartender pouring a drink into a glass.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, wooden wardrobe, and large windows offering a view of a cityscape and water feature.

3. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

2.9 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Diane

S$225

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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

2.2 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Meredith

S$158

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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

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

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

2.7 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Henry

S$127

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

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

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

6. Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

2.3 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Lara

S$207

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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

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

7. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

3.2 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Luann

S$119

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A conference room with a long wooden table, beige chairs, water bottles, and a large flat-screen TV on the wall.

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

8. Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

2.8 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Arleana

S$154

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

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

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

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

3 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Karri

S$152

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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.

10. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

2.5 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Robert

S$122

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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 reception desk with a wooden panel design, a digital kiosk, and a "Welcome to the Sun Shine State" sign.

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

11. Hampton Inn Gainesville

2.6 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Charles

S$124

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

Outdoor lounge chairs with metal frames and fabric seats, arranged in rows.

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.

12. Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

2.5 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

prakasa Babu

S$116

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

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

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a building with large windows.

13. Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

2.1 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

jose

S$134

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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.

14. Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

0.8 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Elizabeth H

S$157

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a built-in microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink.

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

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

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Gainesville I-75

2.3 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Ariel

S$139

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

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

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

16. HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

2.6 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Armando Serradet

S$104

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

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.

17. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL

2.3 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Jvotric

S$121

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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.

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Gainesville

2.2 km from Florida Museum of Natural History

Kim

S$152

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A large banquet hall with round tables, chairs, and floral centerpieces.

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

S$152

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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 lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the dining area.

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

Jyothi

S$117

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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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 1,620 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida	9.4 Exceptional 1,293 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL	9.2 Wonderful 2,013 reviews	View

Top Florida Museum of Natural History Hotel Reviews

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

10/10 Excellent

"Early dinner, free wine and free breakfast. Breakfast staff was helpful with waffle machine"

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay"

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

10/10 Excellent

"Super nice hotel, friendly people and great bar/restaurant"

HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

10/10 Excellent

"Great!"

Comfort Inn Gainesville - University Area

10/10 Excellent

"I am very satisfied."

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

8/10 Good

"don't get the breakfast.. it's the exact same food they serve for free except at this hotel they charge $19.35. it's definitely not worth it. everything else was fine. they only clean the rooms every other day"

Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

8/10 Good

"Nice hotel but the breakfast was gross 2/10 plus we had to pay for it. If I am paying for breakfast it better be damn good. I have traveled to Europe and paid for hotel breakfasts spreads. This was just hard to swallow."

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."

Other attractions near Florida Museum of Natural History

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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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 travels in 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 enjoy a show at Curtis M. Phillips Center on 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 during your travels 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 travellers like for its sporting events and museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 37 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place 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 traveller 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 can I expect to find near Florida Museum of Natural History?

Expedia has 37 hotels and other accommodation options 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! Most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Florida Museum of Natural History.

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. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

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

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

6. Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

7. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

8. Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

10. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

11. Hampton Inn Gainesville

12. Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

13. Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

14. Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Gainesville I-75

16. HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

17. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL

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

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

Comfort Inn Gainesville - University Area

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

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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