Comfort Inn University

3440 Southwest 40th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32608 United States (USA) near junction 384 on I-75 (~0.3mi)
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2.5 Star property
29.621778-82.387420
+1-800-219-2797
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3.0/5

Based on 733 guest reviews

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  • We have an outdoor pool
  • Free complimentary breakfast
  • Gym is available on property
  • 83 rooms in property
  • Check-in: 11:00
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Group score of 7.5/10

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Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days

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Local attractions

We are 3 miles to the University of Florida, Shands Hospital, Harn Museum of Art and Florida Natural History Museum's Butterfly Rainforest. 4 miles to Kanapaha Botanical Gardens and The Oaks Mall. And 5 miles to Downtown Gainesville and the Hippodrome State Theatre.

Verified reviews of Comfort Inn University

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked in recently:
"Good Place To Rest"
Overall score5.0/ 5
All went very nice.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
17-Oct-2025 Verified review, stayed from Tue Oct 14 to Wed Oct 15 2025 at a $95.99 average nightly rate.
"Great stay highly recommend."
Overall score5.0/ 5
Very friendly staff and courteous too.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
20-Sep-2025 Verified review, stayed from Thu Sep 18 to Sat Sep 20 2025 at a $112.99 average nightly rate.
"Excellent one night stay."
Overall score5.0/ 5
Everything positive; clean and large bathroom, comfortable bed, extra amenities in addition to hot breakfast fresh popcorn and cookies!
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
15-May-2025 Verified review, stayed from Thu May 15 to Fri May 16 2025 at a $104.99 average nightly rate.
"Would not go back."
Overall score3.0/ 5
Hotel is very outdated. Beds were comfy. Bathrooms, the plumbing was coming out of the wall. Breakfast was mediocre at best.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
01-Jan-2025 Verified review, stayed from Tue Dec 31 to Wed Jan 01 2025 at a $102.99 average nightly rate.
3.0 out of 5. Based on 733 guest reviews

Property description

The Comfort Inn University hotel in Gainesville, FL, located near the Gainesville Regional Airport. This pet-friendly hotel is located near destinations like Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art, Butterfly Rainforest, Florida Museum of Natural History and the University of Florida. Enjoy amenities like free hot breakfast, free WiFi, fitness center, outdoor pool and free weekday newspaper. Rooms come equipped with a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, microwave, hair dryer, iron and ironing board. Also, earn rewards including free nights and gift cards with our Choice Privileges Rewards program. This is a pet-friendly hotel. Pet accommodation: 15.00 USD per night, per pet. Pets are allowed in dedicated rooms only. Safe charge: 1.50 USD per night plus tax. All guarantee cards are pre-authorized 1-2 days prior to arrival for one night's room and tax.

Details / Other expenses

Check-in: 11:00
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Year of last renovation: 2008
Floors: 0
Rooms: 83
Corridors: All rooms have interior hallways
Non-smoking rooms: 0
Rooms with disabled access: 0
Suites: 0
Room windows: Windows don't open
Cleaning frequency: Daily
Meeting rooms: 0 View spaces
Meeting space: 600 sq. feet
Event space: Holds 67 people
Dist. to food/bars: 0.5 Miles
Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: 0.3 Miles
Dist. to the nearest gym: 2.0 Miles
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Cancellation policy is determined on a case by case basis.
Nightly parking: 0.00
Total taxes: 11.00%
Total misc. fees: £0.00 GBP
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
State Tax: 6.00%
Occupancy Tax: 5.00%

Amenities / Features


Airport & shuttle information

Gainesville Regional Airport is only 8 miles from the hotel, one way taxi expense is between $30 - $40.

Is there an airport shuttle? Sorry but no airport shuttle is available.

Pet friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Yes! Pets are allowed.
Comfort Inn West is a pet friendly hotel welcoming all breeds and sizes. Pet Rent $15.00+tax per night/per pet.

About Comfort Inns

  • Hot breakfast items with two waffle flavors, meat, and eggs
  • Free high-speed internet access and daily newspaper
  • Flat-panel TV's in each room
  • Pool and/or exercise facilities available based on location
  • Spacious seating areas in the lobby

The Comfort Inns highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Meeting rooms and event rooms at Comfort Inn University

Below are the meeting, conference and event spaces at Comfort Inn University.

Feel free to use the Comfort Inn University meeting space capacities chart below to help with your event planning. HotelPlanner specialises in Gainesville event planning for hotel rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, as well as negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting room name L x W x H
(Feet)		 Size
(sq ft)		 Event
5'/6
Event space layout		 Crescent
Crescent tables layout		 Classroom
Classroom meeting layout		 Hollow
Square
Hollow square table layout		 U-shape
U-shape meeting layout		 Boardroom
Boardroom meeting space		 Convention
8'/10'
Convention booth layout		 Theatre
Theatre layout		 Reception
Reception desk for meetings		 Regist.
desk
Registration desk for meetings
Comfort Inn West - Meeting Room 25 x 20 x 10 500--/----30202020--/--4040--
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Comfort Inn West - Meeting Room

Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
500 Sq. Miles
Dimensions:
25 x 20 x 10 Ft
Floor level:
Ground level
Power outlets:
5
Columns:
0
Windows:
2
Is there natural light?
Yes
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
Yes
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
No
Amenities available
  • Coffee / Tea Setup
  • Projection equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
Half-day space rental fee:
$125.00 USD
Full-day space rental fee:
$125.00 USD
Evening space rental fee:
$125.00 USD
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MEETING ROOM 24 x 25 x 8 0--/----41----15--/--------
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MEETING ROOM

Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
0 Sq. Miles
Dimensions:
24 x 25 x 8 Ft
Floor level:
Is there natural light?
No
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
No
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
No
Amenities available
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    FAQs about Comfort Inn University

    What time is check in?

    Check in time is 11:00 based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

    What time is check out?

    Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

    How many rooms does Comfort Inn University have?

    There are 83 rooms in the property.

    Is there any meeting space at Comfort Inn University?

    Yes, they have 2 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

    Is there a gym at Comfort Inn University?

    Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

    Is there a pool at Comfort Inn University?

    Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property..

    Testimonials:

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    "Yes, this was so easy compared to our last reunion, where we went from one hotel to the other to get information. Our guests loved the free breakfast. Thanks!" B.B. - Tampa, FL

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