Hotel Contact: Vanessa Honorat, (352) 331-3336, directorofsales@gatewaygrand.com 

Best Western Gateway Grand Hotel and Conference Center boasts southern charm and hospitality in the heart of Gainesville at an unbeatable value. Located at I-75, exit 390 in NW Gainesville, BW Gateway Grand is easy to access and a quick drive to anywhere in town. Rate includes a full hot American breakfast buffet served daily, with made-to-order omelets. Our signature restaurant, Gators Den Sports Grill – #1 Rated on Trip Advisor with the best wings in town and daily happy hour – offers dine-in, poolside and room service. Amenities include a beautiful outdoor pool and hot tub with cabanas, fitness center, guest laundry facility, and free Wi-Fi. Mini fridge and microwave in every guest room. Free on-site parking. Pet friendly.

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Hotel Contact: Leah Renwick, salesmanager@theuniversityhotel.com

Stay at the newly renovated Holiday Inn Gainesville – University Center, just 5 miles from the Alachua Event & Sports Center. Perfect for families traveling with youth athletes. Amenities include complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, free on-site parking, a rooftop pool deck with games for kids and parents, on-site breakfast at Bistro 45 Breakfast Café, Piesanos Stone Fire Pizza, a 24-hour fitness center, spacious family-friendly rooms, and a modern lobby lounge with charging stations.

Contact Madison Warnke, Hotel Sales, to reserve group rooms | mwarnke@rigainesville.com | 352-264-0000 | ext. 4905. 

Newly renovated, our hotel offers spacious suites with a modern and inviting residential feel. Start your day right with a full hot breakfast featuring healthy options, served daily. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and parking (oversize lot for large vehicles).  Our amenities include an inviting outdoor pool, a cozy patio and grill area with a fire pit, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and a 24-hour market.  Perfectly located just 1 mile from ACSEC at Celebration Pointe and within easy walking distance to all the amenities in Butler Plaza, our hotel is the ideal choice for group travelers.  Marriott Bonvoy points applied to group leaders, with guidelines.