Gainesville is young, fast paced, modern and home to the University of Florida and Sante Fe College. These campuses and the surrounding areas make up the heart of the city. Visitors from all over the state come here to watch college games, visit interesting new museums and sports facilities. Many who are interested in the area are young, and let’s be honest, don’t usually have the money to spend on posh hotels. As such, we’ve picked out some stylish but wallet-friendly vacation rentals so that you can have a great vacation worth way more than your price tag. So, whether you’re looking for short-term rentals or monthly Airbnbs in Gainesville, check out this list. Here, you can find some of the best budget Airbnb vacation rentals in Gainesville, Florida.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 08, 2024.
1. Charming studio minutes away from University of Florida (from USD 65)
Experience the utmost comfort in this recently renovated cosy studio, featuring a queen bed, a full sofa bed, and a single rollaway bed. Nestled in a convenient neighborhood, only 10 minutes away from the University of Florida, 8 minutes from downtown Gainesville, and 15 minutes from the Oaks Mall, this budget-friendly accommodation offers both convenience and affordability.
With the grocery store just a three-minute drive away, you’ll have everything you need at your fingertips. Stay connected with complimentary WiFi, park your vehicle for free, and take advantage of the dedicated workspace provided.
Gainesville, Florida, United StatesAccommodates: 4
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however he was very responsive and remedied the situation for usRead more reviewsLocation:
close enough to campus for easy uber ridesclean space nice part of town close to downtown gainesville
2. Cosy listing with a characteristic vintage feel (from 50 USD)
This cute and compact home has the vibes of a hippie hangout in the seventies; bright colours, floral prints, perfectly mismatched sheets and polaroids on a line make this place unique and memorable. It’s close to all sorts of entertainment like nightlife, the UF campus, trails and nature parks. Two beds sleep up to three or four guests, pets are allowed and there is free parking on the premises.
Cute vintage home for 2/3 people (Downtown)
Address: Gainesville, FL, United States (see map)
Price: from 50 USD
Number of Guests: 4
3. A surprisingly snug shipping container
If you’re wondering where to stay in Gainesville, how about a shipping container? Now that’s a stay you have to tell your friends about, but don’t expect something stuffy, scary and straight out of a slasher film. Instead, what you get is a well ventilated, air conditioned and incredibly comfortable stay. It’s unconventional and compact in a quiet neighbourhood, a perfect place to sleep in on a Sunday. This tiny house offers a bed and a spacious couch that sleep three guests perfectly.
Gainesville, Florida, United StatesAccommodates: 3
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a perfect amount of room for a coupleshower ran nice and hoti love this apartment converted from a shipping containerfantastic stay probably the most uniquely comfortable airbnb i've come acrossplenty of room with a very comfortable bed :)Cleanliness:
very clean and homely spaceeverything was clean and tidycozy and clean just as adverticedthe space was very clean organized and tastefully decoratedcute clean and a nice experienceHost:
jessica is an outstanding hostjessica was a very good host making sure we were taking care ofjessica was an excellent hostsuch a great host i booked for another weekvery friendly host and a unique place we loved itRead more reviewsLocation:
cute place close to everythingsuch a cute little place close to great restaurantsan amazing cozy place located close to the universityclose to everything cute neighborhood adorable spacecute place in a great location would definitely stay again and recommend to anyone
4. Minutes away from the University of Florida (from 55 USD)
This spacious, homey private room is welcoming with its calm, muted neutral prints and little details like the map on the wall. This is great for guests who want to experience some of the best things to do in Gainesville, including exploring the University of Florida and the facilities surrounding it. The kitchen is also fully accessible for guests, although pantry items are not included. A coin laundry is available on the property. A bed sleeps two comfortably, and another mattress is available for a third guest.
Quick Walk to Shands & UF campus
Address: Gainesville, FL, United States
Price: from 55 USD
Number of Guests: 3
5. Sunny studio stay downtown (from 72 USD)
This chilled out bohemian studio with artwork and plants at every corner is the perfect relaxing hideaway from the city crowd while being very close to the fun of the Downtown area. Fairy lights make your sleeping area magically drowsy. It’s a separate studio but you share a kitchen with the owner. The compact loft bed sleeps two comfortably.
Sunny, Plant Filled Studio Downtown
Address: Gainesville, FL, United States (see map)
Price: from 72 USD
Number of Guests: 2
6. A simple suite in the park
Are studios and tiny apartments in Gainesville not your thing? If you need a place for two but more space, this is a great no-frills option in a scenic, green location central to the city. Enjoy your breakfast on your private patio and long soaks in a spacious tiled bathroom. One bedroom and a bed sleeps two just right.
Gainesville, Florida, United StatesAccommodates: 2
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great clean and quite placethe apartment is clean and as describedeverything was clean and the locación of the apartament was perfectvery quiet and clean besides it is close to everythingRead more reviewsHost:
the host is accessible friendly and helpfulthe owner is very kind great to work with easy to get a hold of and truly a joywe enjoyed the apt a lot and elizabeth is really nice and helpful personelizabeth is really nice and helpful
7. A luxurious little space close to campus (from 100 USD)
Decided you miss staying in a hotel? Well, this listing is good news. Designed to have the level of comforts you will find in a larger, high end luxury house, this home does the same but in a smaller space. Experience quiet and peace in this neighbourhood, a dead-end street with many retirees and young families. Catch up on work here with its laptop friendly spaces, and feel free to check in any time with 24 hour check in. Two bedrooms and two beds make space for 3 guests to sleep.
Luxury in a small package!
Address: Gainesville, FL, United States (see map)
Price: from 100 USD
Number of Guests: 3
8. An airy cottage with a great location (from 109 USD)
Soft mint green, plush sheets and fresh eggs every morning … … This guest cottage has all you need for a memorable, relaxing vacation and more. Filled with light and life, it’s located in a diverse community close to the heart of the city. If you need to get downtown, just take a leisurely stroll through the Duck Pond to get there. This place sleeps four guests on two beds.
Cozy Cottage - Walk to Downtown
Address: Gainesville, FL, United States (see map)
Price: from 109 USD
Number of Guests: 4
9. Quiet apartment surrounded by majestic trees
After a long and busy day of hitting the town, do you and your group need some time away? Here’s the place for you! It’s tucked away in a quiet apartment complex surrounded with tall, majestic trees and has lots of space in itself. It even has a pretty big kitchen for you and your fellow travellers to cook meals in. It sleeps four guests in two bedrooms, and allows you to bring your furry companions along.
When searching for hotels and pet-friendly Airbnbs in Gainesville, this flat is worth looking at!
Gainesville, Florida, United StatesAccommodates: 4
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would definitely reccomend her air bnb apartmentsmy experience in dorothy apartment has been excellentCleanliness:
her place was super clean and the beds were very comfythe inside of the room is very clean nice furnituresHost:
she was very attentive to our requests and it made our stay very enjoyableelizabeth is a wonderful hostelizabeth was very kind and made sure to accomodate us as conveniently as possibleour host was extremely responsive and easy to work withthe place was good and so was the hostRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing place to stay very near to the city and the location is pretty safeloved the apartment and the location was excellentgreat amenities and convenient location for downtown or campus area
10. Walk to schools and more
This well-decorated apartment for rent in Gainesville, FL doesn’t shy away from colour! It’s also endowed with the host’s very own beautiful photography. But one of the best things about this place? Its location near to the university and all that surrounds it. It sleeps four guests in one bedroom and two beds.
Gainesville, Florida, United StatesTop guest reviews
Cleanliness:
apartment was extremely clean and well decoratedthe apartment was just fantastic it was clean and very comfortablegreat stay at a great value susannah's place was perfect for us - clean comfortable and convenientRead more reviewsHost:
go gators susannah was a great hostsusannah was very nice and accommodating everything was very nice and our stay went smoothlysusannah was very responsive and always super nice and helpful
11. Private room close to bike trails
If you’re an outdoorsy kind of person, then this Airbnb is perfect for your vacation in Gainesville. It offers easy access to several natural areas and biking trails like Hawthorne, La Chua, Paynes Prairie, Boulware Creek, and more. The host offers a private room in her home that has a comfy queen-size bed, a workspace, storage space, a full bathroom, and a kitchenette. Guests also have access to a cozy parlor, and a lovely backyard adjacent to Boulware Creek.
Gainesville, Florida, United StatesTop guest reviews
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we definitely appreciated that she had coffee and a coffee maker in our roomnice place and very private room with the airbed and linens were very comfortable in room fridge and coffee were nicea charmer of a place to stay with all the amenities of a hotel roomoh and the bed is amazingly comfortableCleanliness:
really clean cumfy bedeverything was very clean with a fun stylesuch a clean and peaceful environmentit is so clean and tidythe room was sparkly clean tidy and spaciousHost:
a wonderful host :)she was so welcoming and hospitableshe is one of the best hosts eververy kind and welcoming hostruth is an amazing hostRead more reviewsLocation:
awesome location and ruth is greatgreat little room close to uf and lots of shopping and eating options nearbyconvenient location close to town and lots of beautiful green spaceswonderful quiet place to stay in gainesville close to nature and a short bike ride from ufif you like walking in the nature the location is awesome
12. Friendly, vibrant historical home with an organic garden
If you’re on the sociable side and like to get to know the interesting hosts and families behind an Airbnb, then this is one of the best rentals in Gainesville, FL for you. Wooden floors, freshly painted walls and a welcoming vibe define this laidback listing. There’s even an organic garden for you to try out freshly grown produce. No car? No problem! There’s no need to drive anywhere if you stay here. All of downtown and the college are within walking distance. Your full size bed can sleep two guests.
Gainesville, Florida, United StatesAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the bed was very comfortable and the bathroom was all we neededCleanliness:
the room itself was clean comfortable and quietmy room and the bathroom were very cleanlee is very friendly and accommodating and the house is very cleanHost:
friendly host; accomodations were finelee is a great host very generous and informedlee is a friendly host and was helpful in providing tips about the local arealee is always reachable and is one of the friendliest hosts i’ve methe is the best host you can ever imagine and i have a great roommate also :dRead more reviewsLocation:
it's perfectly situated to be walking distance from downtown and campuslee's place is cute and in a super convenient locationlocation was perfect for us to walk to campus or downtownmy host recommended an excellent restaurant that is located nearby enough to walk if you wishthe house is in a great location and is super cozy
13. Cosy apartment with history and modern comforts (from USD 56)
Step into the captivating world of this charming efficiency-style apartment, exuding a delightful vintage allure. Its rich history spanning over a century lends it a unique character, embracing the small imperfections that are cherished remnants of its antiquity. Once the carriage house of the main home, this tastefully converted unit now resembles a cozy tiny home, providing a comfortable retreat.
Complete with essential amenities such as dishes, utensils, and a portable cooktop, this budget-friendly accommodation ensures convenience at every turn. Enjoy the added perks of free parking and WiFi, allowing you to stay connected and explore with ease. Unwind and soak up the atmosphere on your private patio or balcony, creating cherished moments in this enchanting space.
Gainesville, Florida, United StatesAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
very clean and cozy place for good valueeven better than the pictures the place was spacious beautiful and clean and the bed was incredibly comfyHost:
easy access to unit and good host communicationgreat location great host some minor things that could be improvedRead more reviewsLocation:
walking distance to publix and a cute little wineryexcellent location and close to plenty of eateriesenough space to be comfortable perfect locationcheck in was really easy and the location was nicegreat location with nearby restaurants coffee and uf
Lots to gain in Gainesville
We hope that this list of cheap Airbnb vacation rentals in Gainesville has made it more tempting and plausible to enjoy your visit to Gainesville. So, whether you’re looking for an apartment or a cabin rental in Gainesville, you’ll definitely find something you’ll like because this list offers many options. Be sure to book early to not miss out!
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