Sun Conference / Southern States Indoor Track & Field Championships
February 14-15 2025
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Alachua County Sports & Events Center at Celebration Pointe
4870 Celebration Pointe Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32608 - Website
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Hotels
Best Western Gateway Grand
$149/Night
4200 NW 97th Blvd Gainesville, FL 32606
Contact hotel directly for rate: Rebecca Lamb/352-331-3336/sales@gatewaygrand.com
Step into the welcoming ambiance of the Best Western Gateway Grand, where you always feel at home. As the city’s premier full-service hotel, we offer a complimentary breakfast that is second to none, featuring a hot buffet with made-to-order omelet station, waffles, and more. Indulge in delicious meals at our on-site restaurant, The Gator’s Den, acclaimed as the #1 dining spot on Trip Advisor. Conveniently situated just off I-75, we are mere minutes away from all major event venues. Thank you for choosing the Best Western Gateway Grand and we look forward to having you as our guest.
Double Tree
3726 SW 40th Boulevard, Gainesville FL 32608
Please call the hotel for rates & availability
Laura Lange/Jonathan Mulqueen 352.375.2400 gnvgl_sales@napleshotelgroup.com
Our hotel is next to I-75 in Gainesville’s retail district, in easy reach of dining and shopping options. The University of Florida is two miles away – we have plenty of UF spirit with corn hole and a custom Gator ping pong table in the courtyard. Enjoy our resort-style outdoor pool. 2 Queen beds – This room features a Sweet Dreams bed, work desk with complimentary WiFi access and an ergonomic desk chair, 50-inch HDTV, Keurig coffeemaker, clock radio and mini-fridge.
Springhill Suites
4155 SW 40th Blvd. Gainesville, Florida 32608
Please reach out to Hotel Contact for rates: Lori Sansing/352-824-0444 ext. 505, lori.sansing@scarletthotelgroup.com
Springhill Suites Gainesville offers 126 suites with extra living space for a homelike feel. The Hotel is conveniently located just off Interstate 75, Archer Road Exit, in Gainesville’s retail district, easy reach of dining and shopping options, 145 restaurants and shops within one mile. And only 1.4 mile from the Alachua County Sports and Events Center! Meeting space can accommodate up to 50 people, Complimentary High-Speed Internet Access in all Guestrooms and Meeting Space, Complimentary Parking, Complimentary Full Breakfast, Outdoor Pool, Fitness Center & Business Center, and an On-Site Guest Laundry Facility are just a few of the amenities and service we provide.
Comfort Inn
$104/Night
3440 SW 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
Contact hotel directly for rate: 352-264-1771
Sleep Inn
$104/Night
4110 SW 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
Contact hotel directly for rate: 352-376-4145
4000 SW 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
Kodie James. Kodie.james@druryhotels.com
Located at I-75 and SW Archer Road, Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville is just minutes from the University of Florida, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and local shopping. Shands Hospital at the University of Florida and the Malcom Randall VA Medical Center are just a few miles from the hotel. This Gainesville hotel is perfect for guests traveling for business or leisure with Drury’s free Wi-Fi, fitness center and more. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville guests also enjoy free hot breakfast and free 5:30 Kickback® every day. Free Hot Breakfast, Free 5:30 Kickback – rotating menu of dinnertime snacks, cold beverages, beer, wine and mixed drinks, Free Wi-Fi, Free Soda & Popcorn, 24 Hour Fitness Center, Free 24 Hour Coffee
Hotel Indigo
$179/Night
5020 SW 30th Ln, Gainesville, FL 32608
Rate Code: Sun Conference
Mystic Rountree/ (352) 240-8900 /mrountree@peachtreehotelgroup.com
Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe, located just off I-75. Near the University of Florida, our hotel is in the heart of Celebration Pointe, a modern live/work/play planned community with unparalleled shopping, dining, entertainment, and local culture. Our pet-friendly hotel in Gainesville, FL features boutique-style guestrooms with spa-like bathrooms, a 24-hour fitness center and an outdoor pool and patio that will leave you refreshed and invigorated for your Gainesville adventures. For social eating and delicious food, join us in GATHER Social Lounge for comfort food with Florida flair. Open for breakfast and dinner, our cuisine seasonally showcases the finest locally grown ingredients and regional libations, bringing additional “flavor” to the Gainesville experience.
Rate Cut Off Date: 12/16/2024
Residence Inn
3275 SW 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
Contact hotel directly for rate: Julian Vazquez 352-264-0000 jvazquez@RIGainesville.com
Newly renovated.
Hilton Garden Inn
Contact the Group Sales Department
4075 SW 33 Pl, Gainesville, FL 32608
Rate code: SCF
Carlene Baker or Gabriela Acevedo – 352-335-3133 – carlene.baker@hilton.com / gabriela.acevedo@hilton.com
Full Renovation Spring of 2024; on site restaurant and lounge, fitness center featuring Peloton, private event space, pool, patio with fire pit, gas grill, bus parking, located just 1 mile to the ACSEC and within walking distance to everything in Butler Plaza
Rate Cut Off Date: January 3 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75
$149 Double Queen
3370 SW 42nd Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
Rate Code: SUN
Marcia Teague 352.378.1300 ext. 5003 marciat@tkohotels.com
Free Breakfast; Free Parking; Free Wi-Fi; Mini-Fridge; Microwave; Keurig Coffee Maker; Guest Laundry; Fitness Room; Pool; Hot Tub; Grills; Basketball Court
Rate Cut Off Date: 1/31/2025
Homewood
Contact the Group Sales Department
3333 SW 42nd St, Gainesville, FL 32608
Rate code: SCF
Carlene Baker or Gabriela Acevedo – 352-335-3133 – carlene.baker@hilton.com / gabriela.acevedo@hilton.com
All Suites Hotel – Newly Renovated in 2023, hot breakfast buffet, evening social, fitness center featuring Peloton, pool, basketball court, patio with fire pit and gas grills, private event space, bus parking, located just 1 mile to the ACSEC and within walking distance to everything in Butler Plaza
Rate Cut Off Date: January 3 2025
AC Hotel Gainesville Downtown
151 NW 14th St, Gainesville, FL 32603
Please contact hotel directly for discount group rates and availability, reference: Sun Conference – Feb 2025
Benjamin Watkins – Sales Manager – (352) 448-2642 – Benjamin.watkins@marriott.com
Welcome to AC Hotel Gainesville, located across from the University of Florida campus. Start your day with our European inspired breakfast buffet and a workout in our rooftop fitness-center. Family and pet friendly AC Hotel offers King or Queen/Queen guestrooms elegantly designed for optimal comfort and utility. Wind down your evening relaxing by the rooftop pool, enjoy Spanish style tapas and a signature cocktail at the AC Lounge or one of the many quality restaurants within convenient walking distance.
Hampton Inn
$149/Night
4225 SW 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
Contact hotel directly and mention “Sun Conference” – Kathy Clarke – 352-371-4171
Located off I-75 in Gainesville, we’re five miles from downtown, with restaurants less than 15 minutes’ walk. The University of Florida, Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, Florida Museum of Natural History – Exhibits, and Split Rock Conservation Area are within three miles of the hotel. Enjoy our daily free hot breakfast and WiFi, along with our fitness center, outdoor pool, and electric car charger.
Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville Downtown
$169/Night
101 SE 1 Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
Rate Code: Sun Conference
Mark McClain, 352-240-9306; markm@lbaproperties.com
The Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Gainesville and less than 1.5 miles from the Univ of Florida campus, 20 miles from Champions Park and 5 miles from the Alachua County Sports & Events Center. All rooms have a mini fridge, microwave and Wi-fi access. We provide a complimentary hot breakfast buffet each morning. There are over 20 restaurants, bars, shoppes and entertainment venues all within Footsteps of our lobby.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Alachua
16367 NW 167th Blvd, Alachua, FL 32615
Please contact hotel directly for rate
Christy McCray – 386.518.6777 alachuasales@mphhotels.com
Free Hot Buffet breakfast, free wi-fi, outdoor patio with BBQ grill, on-site laundry room, fitness center, saltwater pool & hot tub, business area & free parking.
Home2 Suites Gainesville
$189 + tax (Single Queen Studio + Pull-out Sleeper Sofa) & $199 + tax (Double Queen Studio + Pull-out Sleeper Sofa)
2115 SW 13th St, Gainesville, FL 32608
Please contact Karen directly at 352-372-1025 or kforsythe@mcneillhotels.com to receive Booking Link for your specific team
Newly Renovated Accommodations featuring a flat panel HDTV, media hub, sleeper sofa and kitchenette, Complimentary Daily Breakfast – includes waffles, breakfast sandwiches, eggs, oatmeal, cereals, yogurt and a variety of morning favorites, Complimentary Parking, Outdoor Pool, Fitness Center and Complimentary WiFi.
Cut Off Date: 1/26/2025
Red Roof Plus
3500 SW 42nd St, Gainesville, FL 32608
For 15% off your rate, please reference VP 629719 on redroof.com or provide when calling the hotel direct: (352) 200-2082
TownePlace Suites
$139 Studio King w/Sleeper Sofa; $159 Double Queen Studio
7451 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL 32605
Contact hotel directly for rate
Dean Lockley, (352) 415-1111/ dlockley@peachtreehotelgroup.com
Welcome to the new TownePlace Suites in Gainesville, Florida! Recently renovated, all of our rooms feature a kitchen with full sized fridge and freezer, dishwasher, cooking and dining ware as well as a microwave and stove top. Your stay will include a free hot breakfast buffet each morning, access to our pool area and fire pit, fitness center, as well as our guest laundry. A Webber Grill awaits you in our outdoor seating, with grilling accessories available upon request. Stay with us and live your life uninterrupted!