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

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.

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

1. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

12.5 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

thomas

S$123

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

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

2. Sweetwater Branch Inn

14.6 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Jose

S$163

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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.

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

3. Hampton Inn Gainesville

13.2 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Ross

S$121

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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.

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.

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

13.7 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

sherry

S$127

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

A bedroom with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with blinds.

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

S$200

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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 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.

6. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

13.4 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Joan

S$151

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

7. Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

13.3 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

prakasa Babu

S$116

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

12.9 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Karri

S$158

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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 hotel lobby with a seating area featuring sofas and armchairs, a central coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

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

9. La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville

19.3 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Elizabeth

S$140

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 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.

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

13.2 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Robert

S$171

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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 bathroom with a white vanity, a round mirror, and a black faucet.

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

11. Depot Village

14.3 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Leslie

S$183

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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 coffee station with two coffee machines, a sign above stating "MUST HAVE COFFEE EXPRESS", and various coffee-related items on shelves.

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

14.1 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Meredith

S$193

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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

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

13. Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

14.5 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Claire

S$141

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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.

14. HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

13.8 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Cassandra

S$111

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A conference room with rows of green chairs, a large screen, and two chandeliers.

A landscaped courtyard with palm trees, a well-maintained lawn, and a building with multiple windows and balconies.

15. Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

14.9 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Arleana

S$154

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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.

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

16. Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

14.1 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Lara

S$207

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio area with string lights, potted plants, and outdoor furniture.

A restaurant with a counter, seating area, and a TV screen.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, round table, chairs, a bar area, and a staircase.

A modern bar area with a counter, stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

17. Gainesville Lodge

14.9 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

sabrina

S$123

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, wooden shelving, a small table, a sofa, and a large window offering a city view.

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

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.

18. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

13.5 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Diane

S$245

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

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

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

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

19. Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

14.7 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Nandini

S$152

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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 living room with a large flat-screen TV, built-in shelves, a glass coffee table, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

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

20. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL

13.8 km from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Jvotric

S$121

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Comfort Suites Gainesville near University	9.2 Wonderful 1,511 reviews	View
Sweetwater Branch Inn	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Gainesville	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL	9.2 Wonderful 2,017 reviews	View
Yearling Restaurant and Cabins	9.2 Wonderful 218 reviews	View

Top Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Hotel Reviews

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, clean too A, and great breakfast and dinner options."

Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville Hospital/University Area

10/10 Excellent

"The room was smoke free and very clean. I wish all properties could that clean and smoke free place. Also the bed,cabinets were made of good and strong materials"

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

8/10 Good

"I checked in at 12:30am and there was no clerk so I slept in my rental car. There was a night bell but no one showed up. The manager told me the next day that there should have been a clerk all night long. He was going to investigate what happened."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

10/10 Excellent

"The housekeepers should have checked behind the furniture prior to clearing it for the next occupants. The windows are not noise-quiet; we heard police sirens; motorists doing wheelies, and etc., during the nights. The parking was great. I Unable to eat breakfast due to a medical procedure next morning."

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville

8/10 Good

"Everything was great!"

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 browsing the exhibits at Micanopy Historical Society Museum during your travels in 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 during your trip to 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 travellers 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 place 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 traveller data. Other good choices in the area include Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville and Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands.

How many hotels are there near Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodation options 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 room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals 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. Sweetwater Branch Inn

3. Hampton Inn Gainesville

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

5. Yearling Restaurant and Cabins

6. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

7. Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

9. La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville

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

11. Depot Village

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

13. Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

14. HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

15. Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

16. Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

17. Gainesville Lodge

18. Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

19. Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

20. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL

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Top Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Hotel Reviews

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

Days Inn by Wyndham Gainesville Hospital/University Area

Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville

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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