9 Best Hotels With Free Breakfast In Gainesville, Florida - Updated 2024

Rachel
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Gainesville is a northern Florida destination with a fabulous array of family-friendly attractions. The Florida Museum of Natural History will thrill and excite with the state’s fossil history exhibits. Don’t miss the Butterfly Rainforest exhibit to interact with over 50 butterfly and moth species in a lush rainforest environment. Harn Museum of Art and Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention are must-visits to fire up inquisitive minds. If you’re visiting in summer, Ichetucknee Springs State Park northwest of Gainesville and a 48-minute drive from the city will let you enjoy tubing in warm, clear waters. Arrive early as admissions close once the park reaches capacity. Alternatively, you can head to Depot Park, which has a splash pad and a play area. With tons to explore, check into the best hotels with free breakfast in Gainesville, Florida, to power days of adventure.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to complimentary breakfast. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on November 21, 2024.

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1. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville (from USD 113)

Featuring freshly renovated suites, this establishment serves daily complimentary hot buffet breakfasts from 6:30am to 9:30am on weekdays and 7am to 10am on weekends. After charging up for the day, guests can enjoy free coffee and tea to stay caffeinated. You can have refreshing swims at the outdoor pool and rejuvenating workouts in the fitness centre and stay toned.

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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

Address: 4155 Sw 40th Blvd
2.53 km (1.6 mi) from Florida Museum of Natural History-Exhibits

2. Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown (from USD 124)

Approximately 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Florida Museum of Natural History, this historic downtown hotel has beautifully appointed suite-styled rooms. Check out the Breakfast Bar in the morning to fuel for the day with the selection of hot and healthy items. Guests can relax in the outdoor heated pool after a day of exploring. The poolside fire pit is also a fabulous place to enjoy a drink while relishing the cool night air.

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Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

Address: 212 SE 1ST STREET,
4.68 km (3.0 mi) from Florida Museum of Natural History-Exhibits

3. Comfort Suites Gainesville near University (from USD 107)

You don’t have to worry about how to get to this lovely all-suite hotel. The on-demand shuttle service travels to and from Gainesville Regional Airport, the hotel, and the nearby University of Florida campus. The guest rooms’ calm interiors guarantee peaceful nights’ rest. You can wake up to free hot daily breakfasts and savour the hotel’s signature waffles while you check emails on the courtesy WiFi. The outdoor heated pool makes an amazing escape after a busy day.

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Comfort Suites Gainesville near University

Address: 2603 SW 13TH STREET
3.15 km (2.0 mi) from Florida Museum of Natural History-Exhibits

4. Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands (from USD 80)

Awaken your senses every morning with the complimentary daily hot breakfast from 6:30am to 10am. After a day around Gainesville, the hotel’s outdoor pool awaits to revive your tired body. After that, you can lounge on a deck chair to soak up the Florida sun and connect to friends and family on the free WiFi. Moreover, guests can have free snacks in the lobby.

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Sleep Inn & Suites University\/Shands

Address: 4110 SW 40th Boulevard
2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Florida Museum of Natural History-Exhibits

5. Quality Inn University (from USD 80)

This budget-friendly accommodation is conveniently close to the University of Florida, only 1.1 mi (1.7 km) away. The complimentary WiFi will help you stay connected while you reload on the daily hot breakfast and charge up with the free coffee. When the hot and humid summer heat gets the better of you, head to the hotel’s seasonal outdoor pool for a cool dip to reanimate your body and soul.

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Quality Inn Gainesville near University

Address: 2435 Sw 13th Street
3.1 km (2.0 mi) from Florida Museum of Natural History-Exhibits

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown (from USD 86)

This downtown Gainesville hotel serves on-the-go and hot breakfasts for guests to start the day on the right footing. Don’t forget to log onto the free WiFi to check emails and socials while relishing your cup of coffee or tea.

While staying here, you can take less than a five-minute walk to Matheson History Museum, 0.3 mi (0.48 km) away, to view historic postcards and pictures of Gainesville and Alachua County.

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Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown

Address: 101 SE 1st Ave
4.76 km (3.0 mi) from Florida Museum of Natural History-Exhibits

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center (from USD 107)

Ideal for families, the rooms have kitchenettes and appliances for warming up meals and dining in, such as induction burner cooktops. If you’re travelling with small children, you can rest easy knowing these are at your disposal. The free hot daily breakfasts mean you can wake up refreshed and ready without worrying about preparing food for the whole family.

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Home2 Suites by Hilton Gainesville Medical Center

Address: 2115 Southwest 13th Street
2.99 km (1.9 mi) from Florida Museum of Natural History-Exhibits

8. Hampton Inn Gainesville (from USD 113)

You can look forward to unwinding in spacious and well-appointed rooms at this establishment, approximately 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from downtown Gainesville. The hotel’s hot breakfast buffet will tantalise your taste buds and power you through each morning’s activities. Connecting rooms are available on request for large parties. The outdoor pool also offers a revitalising respite from the afternoon heat and a place to hang loose after a busy day.

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Hampton Inn Gainesville

Address: 4225 Sw 40th Blvd
2.66 km (1.7 mi) from Florida Museum of Natural History-Exhibits

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75 (from USD 118)

The tranquil guest rooms promise a comfortable stay. Guests can savour full American breakfasts in the mornings. If you’re in a hurry, the grab-n-go option ensures you won’t miss a beat. Breakfast is served from 6:30am to 9:30am on weekdays and 7am to 10am on weekends.

The courtesy WiFi and free coffee and tea are good perks for those working from the hotel rooms. When you need a break, the fitness centre and outdoor pool can help you loosen stiff muscles.

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75

Address: 3877 SW 37th Boulevard
2.11 km (1.4 mi) from Florida Museum of Natural History-Exhibits

Discover Gainesville with the whole family

It is easy to find activities to thrill and inspire with Gainesville’s family-friendly attractions. Discover this exciting destination and stay in one of the best hotels with free breakfast in Gainesville, Florida, to charge up hours of fun.

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