DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

4.0 star property

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Bar (on property)
Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Front of property - evening/night
Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
3726 Sw 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, 32608
  • University of Florida
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Shands at the University of Florida
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible (Hearing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Roll-in Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(42 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(46 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Peloton Bike)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Roll-in Shower)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Transfer Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Gainesville

When you stay at DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville in Gainesville, you'll be in a shopping district, a 2-minute drive from University of Florida and 5 minutes from Shands at the University of Florida. .This hotel is 4 mi (6.4 km) from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and 1 mi (1.7 km) from Regal Celebration Pointe.

What's nearby

  • University of Florida - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Florida Museum of Natural History - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Oaks Mall - 4 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Shands at the University of Florida - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 8 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Pizza - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min walk

About this property

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

Hotel with free parking, near University of Florida
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville offers 205 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary toiletries. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 205 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a television in a common area.
At DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 7 AM to 11 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. This hotel has 2 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 6 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7 AM and 11 AM.
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville has a restaurant on site.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7 AM to 11 AM on weekends; USD 14 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1986
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 14 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Gainesville Lodge
Lodge Gainesville
Lodge Hotel Gainesville
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville Hotel
DoubleTree Hilton Gainesville Hotel
DoubleTree Hilton Gainesville
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville Gainesville
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville Hotel Gainesville

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 454 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 160 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 102 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 99 out of 1001 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Practical but uninspiring accommodation

Staff were excellent. Friendly and very helpful. Rooms were clean but not great condition. Broken safe. Leaking tap in the bath. Generally very tired looking. Ask for a room away from the main entrance or you'll have coaches idling outside your window for hours at a time.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Alexandra

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I chose to stay at the Doubletree Hilton based on my previous positive experiences with other Doubletree properties. I have always appreciated the consistency and quality of service from your brand, and as my recent trip was professional in nature, I was hoping to have a comfortable and pleasant experience during my stay. Unfortunately, this was not the case. Upon entering the room, I was immediately struck by a strong and unpleasant smell of mildew and mold, which made the space feel unclean and uncomfortable. Additionally, I discovered several other significant issues: the bathroom had visible rust and corrosion along the shower, the windows were in poor condition, and exposed, excessive wiring was present. The cleanliness of the room was also concerning, as the bedding and pillows were not fresh, there were noticeable stains on the floor, and there were holes in the walls. Moreover, the TV in the room was broken and the electronics covered in dust. To add to my dissatisfaction, cleaning supplies from housekeeping were left in the room for the entire duration of my stay, indicating that the room was not properly checked or cleaned daily, as one would expect from a hotel of this caliber. I have attached photos that clearly show the bathroom condition, including the rust and mold, as well as other issues mentioned. I trust these images will illustrate the substandard conditions I encountered.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My First Stay; Not My Last

It appears to be an older place, yet it was well kept. The room was clean and comfortable. The check-in was great and Elaina was very personable and accommodating. They have a bar and a breakfast (for a cost), although I didn’t use either. It’s not a 5-star spit shine, but well worth a weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia, Port St Lucie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Homeless panhandlers on corner before main road, pool was icky, elevators are slow and scary
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Charlice

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay

Rooms were comfortable. Location is convenient. Not to far from down town and shopping area. Clean in rooms & comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Christie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe around the hotel and is peaceful.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Rashad

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

MARK, Indialantic

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Christine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Syr'mone

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

CORY

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Please see my review I’m posting on yelp in detail about this dump and lack of quality management. The two girls working the front desk were great!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tom

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Housekeeping shorted us on towels one day and didn't leave coffee cups another day
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Dian

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Julie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Very noisy and expensive for what you get.

The check-in was extremely slow - system problems and then my payment cards would not be accepted. Room size ok but very noisy despite 'double glazing' - had to use ear plugs and noise cancelling headphones to get any sleep. At first glance the room looked clean but was dusty and corners were untouched. It was easy to get to, right by the main road which probably accounts for the noise. We had an easy journey to Gainesville raceway. Do not bother with a balcony room - nothing to look at, apart from the road and way too noisy! The one positive was the shower! In summary - expensive for what you get.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location close to restaurants and UofF
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So nice. Staff is great. So convenient walkable to everything. Room is really nice an comfortable too.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great accommodations!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shane

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shower drain was clogged so we had to stand in water while showering for most of our stay. We requested the drain be cleared and it was finally dealt with the last night of our stay. The standards of the cleaning staff are obviously low as the room itself was overall dirty. This property is very noisy due to its close proximity to the freeway. I would definitely recommend staying anywhere else in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mindy

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Good hotel, needs a lot of esthetic work but overall good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025