Stayed there Dec.-27,11. Stopped on way to cruise trip in FL. Close to a Target, Steak and Shake.... Suite typical Homewood, of which we have stayed several times being a family of 5. Room clean, pleanty of towels, Found the grounds clean, breakfast,....so,so, (Better at Embassy), Anyway, good powerful shower in the suite.. 2 2BR. No smoke smell. Overall very nice.

Like most Homewood Suites, Gainesville has a very appealing exterior but once inside, things change. While the desk staff was courteous and friendly, the physical property leaves much to be desired. The lobby carpet was extremely soiled and torn in some areas and the hall carpet to the rooms as also badly soiled. The room, while clean, was dreary and very dated and much smaller than other similar facilities. Being weary after three days on the road, we opted for the complementary single entrée dinner which was mediocre. The breakfast buffet had a minimum number of offerings. Finally, the rate for this facility was quite a bit higher that our previous two nights at other much more appealing Hilton facilities. I did not follow my usual Trip Advisor practice of going for the highest rated and that was a mistake. I would not book this facility again.

Stayed for 3 nights, liked the location, very comfortable and as in all Homewood Suites, decent 'free' breakfast with 'free' dinner (didn't take advantage of). Amenities are fine, but like "mamamooch" says, they need to pay closer attention to details. Hallway carpeting is worn on the 1st floor and bunching up a little, the mat in the elevator could use cleaning and replacment. Upon entering, room looks very nice, however, when digging in, there were carpet stains, kitchen floor was sticky (I walk around barefoot). The shower was sparkling, but when I stepped inside, the weepholes on the bottom had mold/mildew. Housekeeping/Manager walk-throughs are not being done thoroughly? They should spot these things IF they actually inspect more closely. Yes, I used to work in the hotel business.
I would still stay there again as it was nice enough and a good location to UF, downtown, etc. I would hope the franchise owner has scheduled updating.

I was working at the University of Florida in Gainesville for a few days in December of 2011 and stayed three nights at the Homewood Suites Gainesville. Having stayed at a Homewood Suites once before where I had a fabulous experience, I had high expectations. Though those expectations weren't quite met, it was still a nice place to stay.

I appreciated many aspects of my stay. The staff at the front desk, the breakfast staff, and the cleaning staff were all friendly and helpful. The bathroom was very spacious and well-appointed (as I much prefer a shower with a door, rather than standing in a tub fighting with a shower curtain). The bed was extremely comfortable. The kitchen (full fridge, microwave, sink, dishwasher) was nice, though I hardly used it. The parking was plentiful. The complimentary wireless internet was extremely helpful (if a bit slow at times). The complimentary newspaper each morning was nice. Proximity to dozens of nearby restaurants was convenient. And the complimentary breakfast buffet was decent (though not a nice as some others that I've encountered recently).

There were a few disappointments. The TV was small and old-school (and the remote control was only partially functional). The room orientation was odd, as it was long and narrow (which made the TV far away from the bed and couch). The absence of hot chocolate at the hot beverage station was disappointing, and when they finally had hot chocolate on the last morning, the "hot water" was ice cold. Finally, I was amazed how loud it sounded in my room it was whenever another door down the hall was opened and closed. I sleep like a hibernating bear, and I was startled awake several times by the hallway noise.

Overall, I enjoyed my stay at the Homewood Suites in Gainesville. A few things were less than spectacular, but I would happily return to this hotel if I ever come back to Gainesville.