A Marriott property, the extended-stay TownePlace Suites Gainesville Northwest has spacious suites where you’ll feel comfortable enough to settle in and stay a while. The all-suite hotel has a large outdoor swimming pool, a well-equipped 24-hour gym and pet-friendly rooms. Known for the University of Florida, Gainesville’s other attractions include the Florida Museum of Natural History; Devil’s Den, where you can enjoy snorkelling and scuba diving; and the Carson Springs Wildlife Conservation Foundation. The hotel offers complimentary breakfast every morning and there is a barbecue and picnic area for al fresco BYO meals onsite. Nearby restaurants cover the bases with American and Mexican food, seafood and simple sandwich offerings.

All suites here have soundproofed windows, kitchenettes, large flat-screen TVs with premium movie channels and complimentary Wi-Fi.