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Best Western Gateway Grand, is a full-service Hotel and Conference Center, that provides exceptional service, first-class amenities and outstanding value at an affordable price. Our hotel has 152 spacious guestrooms and suites, sparkling pool, whirlpool, massage studio, fitness room, business center and Gators Den Sports Grill , our restaurant on site. Best Western Gateway Grand is the perfect place to host your meeting or celebration, with more than 8,000 square feet of flexible meeting and banquet space accommodating groups up to 300! Hotel amenities include:

• Complimentary Deluxe Continental Breakfast
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Business Center with High Speed Internet
• Complimentary newspaper
• Wedding Gazebo
• Massage Studio
• Gators Den - On Site Restaurant
• Fitness Center
• Sparkling Pool and Hot Tub
• Pet Friendly
• Our grounds provide plenty of room for bus parking

Champions Park of Newberry, a new development in Newberry, Florida plays home as the premier baseball/softball tournaments and training complex in the entire country. Champions park of Newberry was originally named Nations Park and developed as a duplicate complex to Cooperstown, NY. Construction was completed in June 2013 and renamed in May 2014 located in North Central Florida, Champions Park of Newberry is easily accessible for teams on the East coast and conveniently located near Gainesville, Florida. Champions Park was built with the player, parent and family in mind so that each and every person traveling to Champions Park can have a truly enjoyable baseball or softball experience.

The O'Connell Center offers various academic, athletic, recreational and entertainment activities. We host university basketball, volleyball, gymnastics, swim and dive, and track meet events, along with daily educational classes and club meetings. In addition, the Center host concerts, family activities, trade shows, lectures, banquets, community events and commencement ceremonies for the University of Florida and area high schools.

Make sure to stop in to Buffalo Wild Wings during the 2017 FHSAA Flag Football State Championship and get 10% off your total bill by showing proof of event attendance!  

Hours of Operation:

Sunday: 11:00AM to 12:00AM

Monday: 11:00AM to 1:00AM

Tuesday: 11:00AM to 1:00AM

Wednesday: 11:00AM to 1:00AM 

Thursday: 11:00AM to 1:00AM

Friday: 11:00AM to 2:00AM

Saturday: 11:00AM to 2:00AM

The Residence Inn I-75 proudly welcomes teams and families from around the state and country to our area's World Class facilities. Teams competing at local sports venues will find their home away from home at our hotel. With full kitchens in every Suite, the Residence Inn gives participants even more options during typically expensive travel weekends. Our heated pool also offers a luxurious relaxation spot during down time. Located right off I-75, we are convenient to all area locations, and hope you'll join us at the Residence Inn for your trip to Gator Nation.

Springhill Suites by Marriott is an all-suites hotel, located in the heart of Gainesville & convenient to I-75, offering amenities such as a complimentary fresh hot breakfast buffet, outdoor swimming pool, guest laundry, business center and a 24-hour fitness center. Each well-appointed suite has a living area with sleeper sofa; kitchenette with wet bar, microwave and refrigerator; and a work area with an ergonomic chair and complimentary internet access. We have coffee & tea service available all day. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. Complimentary parking is provided for all guests and buses too. Our complimentary shuttle service is available by appointment for Gainesville Regional Airport, hospitals, University and other local venues.

Visitors to Gainesville and the University of Florida can enjoy full-service accommodations at our Wyndham Garden Gainesville hotel. Located near Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV), University of Florida, and Shands Hospital – with free shuttle service to all three of these sites – we offer a host of amenities, lakefront views of the Bivens Arm Lake Nature Preserve, and friendly hospitality. Enjoy leisure facilities, conference and event space, and onsite dining, and spacious guestrooms equipped with free WiFi, flat-screen HDTV, and mini-refrigerator.

The Baymont Inn and Suites Gainesville location is right off of I-75 and perfectly situated near many sports parks and complexes. Friendly hospitality awaits every traveler with a completely smoke-free hotel with an outdoor pool, 24hr cardio center, 24 hr business center, and a coin operated guest laundry facility. Parking is provided for all our guests without any charge. A complimentary buffet style hot breakfast is served each morning and free Wi-Fi is provided for all our guests throughout the entire property. Our hotel's excellent location puts you less than two miles away from the Oaks mall, wonderful dining options, and just five miles away from the University of Florida.

The Country Inn & Suites Gainesville hotel's location off I-75 is not only convenient, its thoughtful services and gracious amenities also make it the perfect relaxation destination for both business and leisure travelers. Conveniently close to great attractions, delicious restaurants and excellent shopping. Enjoy being close to the University of Florida, the Florida Museum of Natural History, Kanapaha Botanical Gardens and Oaks Mall while immersed in comfort and style. This hotel's impeccable amenities and services ensure guests a pleasurable stay with free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour Business Center and guest laundry facilities for added convenience. Indulge in a free hot breakfast, 24-hour Fitness Center, soak and enjoy a relaxing dip in the indoor pool and spa. All of the indoor corridors are adjacent to the Cracker Barrel.

The Hilton UF Hotel and Conference Center is a favorite location for teams and their families. The Hilton offers a large state of the art 24 hour fitness center, outdoor swimming pool and whirlpool. As a full service hotel the staff welcomes you to Alberts restaurant and Two Bits Lounge open 7 days a week. Our sales and catering staff will provide exceptional service in planning your team meals in one of many private banquet rooms. The Hilton offers complimentary bus parking, a 24 hour business center and special group rates. The hotel is close to many attractions, restaurants and sports venues. For more information, please call our Hilton staff at 352-371-3600. We also invite you to join Hilton Honors to earn points, if you are not already a member.

TownePlace Suites Gainesville Northwest is an extended-stay hotel where you can balance work and life as you like, with the comfort, flexibility and affordability you require. Relax and feel at home in our spacious hotel suites with a fully equipped kitchen and high-speed Internet access or exercise in our 24-hour hotel gym, or swim some laps in our outdoor pool. Don't leave your animals behind, our pet friendly hotel in Gainesville allows you to bring all members of your family! Guests looking for hotels near UF will enjoy our close proximity to the Swamp and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, just 4 miles away. For guests looking to take part in the many tourist attractions, our extended-stay Gainesville hotel is just a short drive away from Gainesville Raceway, Carson Springs, and the Florida Museum of Natural History. For nature enthusiasts, Devils Den, O’leno State Park, and Kanapaha are not far from the property.