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A spacious lobby with a sectional sofa, a wooden cabinet, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a cityscape, a blue armchair, and a small table with a lamp.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and pendant lighting.

A hotel lobby with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, orange upholstered seating, and a lamp.

1. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

0.7 km from Fred Bear Museum

Adam

฿3,523

฿3,964 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern bar area with a long counter, green bar stools, and a television displaying a golf game.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, pendant lighting, and a dining area with a sofa and chairs.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large TV.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75

1 km from Fred Bear Museum

Michael

฿3,994

฿4,493 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a gazebo, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a stone facade.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee pods and cups.

A reception desk with a computer, a framed picture, and a sign indicating a storage room.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a sign above stating "MUST HAVE COFFEE EXPRESS", and various coffee-related items on shelves.

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

1.3 km from Fred Bear Museum

Meredith

฿3,705

฿4,168 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a sofa.

A hotel room with a sofa, a TV on a wooden stand, a bed with white bedding, a small table, and a painting on the wall.

4. Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

1.3 km from Fred Bear Museum

Donald

฿4,833

฿5,437 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a round coffee table, and a fireplace.

A spacious hotel lobby with a modern staircase, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a dining area in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a sofa, and artwork on the wall.

5. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

0.7 km from Fred Bear Museum

sherry

฿2,967

฿3,337 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel dining area with multiple round tables, green upholstered chairs, and modern chandeliers.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, a TV, and a dining table with a glass and cookie.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

6. Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

1.9 km from Fred Bear Museum

Arleana

฿3,557

฿4,042 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a large bathtub, and green walls.

A breakfast bar with a juice dispenser, cereal boxes, and fruit bowls.

A hotel room with two beige armchairs, a small side table, a glass display cabinet with sports memorabilia, a mounted flat-screen TV, and a door with a wooden frame.

Outdoor lounge chairs with metal frames and fabric seats, arranged in rows.

7. Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

0.6 km from Fred Bear Museum

prakasa Babu

฿2,548

฿3,056 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern bar area with wooden bar stools, pendant lighting, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel reception desk with a wooden panel design, a digital kiosk, and a "Welcome to the Sun Shine State" sign.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk with a chair, and a bathroom.

A hotel room with a living area, kitchenette, and a large mirror.

8. Hampton Inn Gainesville

0.4 km from Fred Bear Museum

Ross

฿2,853

฿3,209 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a curved ceiling, a central seating area with a sofa and ottoman, a bar area, and a dining space with chairs and tables.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Springhill Suites by Marriott" and a modern building in the background.

A hotel reception area with a curved reception desk, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a wall with a blue abstract design.

A modern hotel lobby with a breakfast bar, seating area, and a large window.

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

0.6 km from Fred Bear Museum

Robert

฿3,000

฿3,374 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, outdoor seating, and a well-lit facade.

A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, built-in shelves, a glass coffee table, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

An outdoor seating area with a stone fire feature, chairs, and a table.

A modern restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a counter with a menu board, and a coffee machine.

10. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL

1 km from Fred Bear Museum

Jvotric

฿2,824

฿3,177 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel entrance with a covered driveway, flag poles, and a well-lit facade.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a building with large windows.

A grocery store interior with shelves stocked with snacks, beverages, and packaged goods.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and potted plants.

11. Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

1.3 km from Fred Bear Museum

jose

฿3,264

฿3,672 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel with a flat roof, multiple floors, and a prominent 'aloft' sign.

A modern lounge area with sofas, round tables, and a neon sign.

A modern dining area with a pool table, chairs, and a colorful rug.

A modern bar area with a bar counter, stools, and seating including a sofa and chairs.

12. Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

2.9 km from Fred Bear Museum

Elizabeth H

฿3,304

฿3,717 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lounge area with a high ceiling, large windows, a fireplace, and comfortable seating.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a covered area.

An outdoor patio area with a grill, seating, and potted plants.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a built-in microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink.

13. Residence Inn by Marriott Gainesville I-75

1.4 km from Fred Bear Museum

Ariel

฿3,252

฿3,658 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen counter, and a sign reading "höm cooking".

A hotel with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a palm tree in front.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a desk with a chair.

14. HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

0.9 km from Fred Bear Museum

Cassandra

฿2,582

฿2,905 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with a salad bar, and pendant lighting.

A hallway with exercise mats, a water dispenser, and exercise balls.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton.

A swimming pool with a white fence, palm trees, and a hotel building in the background.

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Gainesville

1.2 km from Fred Bear Museum

Tonya

฿3,680

฿4,140 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious hotel lobby with a curved sofa, a patterned carpet, and a large window with sheer curtains.

A large banquet hall with round tables, chairs, and floral centerpieces.

A Hilton hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel lobby with a blue patterned carpet, black round tables with candles, beige sofas, and a curved seating area.

16. Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

3 km from Fred Bear Museum

Nandini

฿3,550

฿3,994 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern building entrance with a covered entrance area, glass doors, and surrounding greenery.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the dining area.

A hotel room with a grey sofa, a small table, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

17. Comfort Inn Gainesville - University Area

1.2 km from Fred Bear Museum

Terry

฿2,685

฿3,209 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor patio area with seating and tables, string lights, and a building with large windows.

A hotel entrance with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and potted plants.

A modern lounge area with sofas, tables, and bar seating.

A modern lounge area with blue upholstered chairs, a wooden coffee table, and a large TV screen.

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

0.9 km from Fred Bear Museum

Wanda

฿2,824

฿3,177 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A Super 8 hotel with a well-maintained garden, palm trees, and a stone sculpture.

A Super 8 hotel surrounded by lush landscaping and palm trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with a built-in island, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a wooden door labeled "office".

19. Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville I-75 Hospital University Area

0.5 km from Fred Bear Museum

Derius

฿1,610

฿1,811 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV. There is a desk with a computer and a chair. The room has wooden flooring and a patterned rug.

A rectangular swimming pool with a white deck, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a sofa, and a TV.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

20. Quality Inn Gainesville I-75

1.6 km from Fred Bear Museum

Shashi

฿2,147

฿2,415 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Fred Bear Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville	9.6 Exceptional 1,643 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75	9.6 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL	9.2 Wonderful 2,022 reviews	View

Top Fred Bear Museum Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn Gainesville - University Area

10/10 Excellent

"Really nice and friendly staff"

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

10/10 Excellent

"The drury Inn provides an excellent product. Clean rooms, friendly helpful staff, and amenities (including managers reception and breakfast) that make your stay easy and enjoyable. Well worth the value"

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast and breakfast staff was amazing!"

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

10/10 Excellent

"We had a nice stay at Gainesville. The hotel was close to great restaurants and shopping!"

Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL

10/10 Excellent

"Our room was clean, check in was friendly and efficient. My only complaint was that our shower water didn’t hot enough for us and our liking."

Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville I-75 Hospital University Area

8/10 Good

"I like the room was clean and the pool was good and the staff was helpful"

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

10/10 Excellent

"Nice"

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville

8/10 Good

"Everything was great!"

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

8/10 Good

"don't get the breakfast.. it's the exact same food they serve for free except at this hotel they charge $19.35. it's definitely not worth it. everything else was fine. they only clean the rooms every other day"

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Florida Museum of Natural History

9.0/10 (617 reviews)

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Cultural Plaza

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Dogwood Park

6.0/10 (1 review)

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Regal Celebration Pointe

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Regal Butler Town Center

You can take time to visit Regal Butler Town Center during your travels to Gainesville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

8.8/10 (341 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, a lovely green space in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Curtis M. Phillips Center

9.2/10 (18 reviews)

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Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Fred Bear Museum?

Fred Bear Museum is located in a welcoming area of Gainesville that travellers like for its gardens and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 52 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Fred Bear Museum?

Adjacent to Fred Bear Museum, Hampton Inn Gainesville is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good choices close by include Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville and Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Fred Bear Museum?

Expedia has 52 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Fred Bear Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Fred Bear Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Fred Bear Museum.

What can I see and do near Fred Bear Museum?

Florida Museum of Natural History, Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art and Historic Haile Homestead feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Thomas Center highlight some of the local culture. You can enjoy live performances at Curtis M. Phillips Center and Hippodrome State Theatre.

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1. Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

4. Staybridge Suites Gainesville I-75 by IHG

5. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

6. Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG

7. Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

8. Hampton Inn Gainesville

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

10. Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL

11. Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

12. Aloft by Marriott Gainesville University Area

13. Residence Inn by Marriott Gainesville I-75

14. HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Gainesville

16. Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

17. Comfort Inn Gainesville - University Area

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

19. Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville I-75 Hospital University Area

20. Quality Inn Gainesville I-75

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Top Fred Bear Museum Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn Gainesville - University Area

Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Gainesville I-75

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville FL

Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville I-75 Hospital University Area

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Gainesville

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

Other attractions near Fred Bear Museum

Florida Museum of Natural History

Cultural Plaza

Dogwood Park

Regal Celebration Pointe

Regal Butler Town Center

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

Curtis M. Phillips Center

Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History

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