Frequently Asked Questions

Our upscale hotel is located near the expansive University of Florida campus and within minutes of the University of Florida Health Hospital and UF Health medical network in Gainesville, Florida.

Yes, we offer a shuttle to select UF Health facilities. See our Patients section.

The hotel is named after the Goddess of Compassion. In ancient Athens, ELEOs (Ancient Greek Ἔλεος m.) was the personification of pity, mercy, clemency, and compassion. Compassion is part of the hotel's culture.

Hotel ELEO is a pet-friendly stay welcoming dogs. There is a $50 non-refundable fee per stay, per dog. For full details, including guidelines and exceptions for patient reservations, please view our Pet Policy.

Check-in is any time after 4 PM and check-out time is 11 AM. You may request early check-in or late check-out when booking, subject to availability. Contact us to start planning your getaway to Gainesville, FL.

The hotel offers a complimentary fitness center, open seven days a week, 24 hours a day. The fitness center provides cardio and weight training equipment for a total body workout.

The hotel offers accessible rooms, meeting spaces, and common areas for guests with disabilities. For more information about the physical features of our accessible rooms, common areas or special services, call (352)565-3750.

Yes, valet parking is available at Hotel ELEO and is the only parking option for overnight guests. Our valet service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Yes, valet parking is $25 per night. Guests staying under the Patient, UF Health, or UF Faculty rates will have valet included. Dining guests at Covey Kitchen + Cocktails enjoy complimentary valet service.

Our hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of the University of Florida, just 0.4 miles away. Enjoy the convenience of a short stroll to the university's campus from our hotel.

Yes, Hotel ELEO offers seasonal specials and packages that change throughout the year, including discounts on our hotel’s best available rates, exclusive perks, and extras. The hotel also offers special rates for Florida residents with a valid ID.

Yes, Hotel ELEO offers discounts for guests making reservations in advance. Guests who book at least three days prior to arrival save 15% the hotel’s best available rate. This rate requires full prepayment and is non-refundable.

Hospitals are at easy access from our Hotel Eleo in Gainesville. Just within walking distance of our hotel.

Yes, we offer transportation services to close by hospitals. You can request transportation through our front desk or concierge.

Yes. Our onsite fine dining restaurant - Covey Kitchen + Cocktails, is open daily from 7 am until 10 pm. Our onsite restaurant features live music every Sunday and Wednesday from 6 pm until 8 pm.

Covey Kitchen + Cocktails in Gainesville is open from 7 AM to 11 PM. Browse our menu featuring dinner, lunch, brunch, and breakfast options crafted by Chef Charlie Keller, focusing on American cuisine with global influences.

• Food Hours: 7 AM to 9 PM
• Bar hours from Sunday to Monday: 7 AM to 11 PM

Yes, we offer convenient reservations to our restaurant through the open table by selecting the date, time, and guest size.

Yes, we have a coffee shop in Covey Kitchen + Cocktails in Gainesville.

Yes. Covey Kitchen + Cocktails does offer takeout for all menu items.

Our Gainesville hotel does not have an in-room dining service. We do have our Gather + Go market, which is available 24/7 for all guests.

Covey Kitchen + Cocktails serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week, crafted by our talented culinary team. The menu changes seasonally, with selections using locally sourced ingredients.

Yes. Covey Kitchen + Cocktails has a full-service bar with an impressive wine list, irresistible craft cocktails, and local craft brews.

Bar hours from Sunday to Monday: 7 AM to 11 PM

Yes. Covey Kitchen + Cocktails offers a spacious outdoor dining terrace and other outdoor venues available for catered events. Contact us to make your table reservations.

Hotel ELEO offers creative catering and packages for special events, from brunches to dinner banquets to cocktail parties. Chef Andy Niedenthal and Covey Kitchen + Cocktails create modern southern cuisine with global influences and signature cocktails for wedding receptions and celebrations.

Yes, we offer brunch on Saturday and Sunday mornings from 11 AM to 2 PM. Explore our brunch menu and reserve your table now.

Yes. Please get in touch with us directly at 352-565-3712 with your dietary needs.

We provide daily stay-over cleaning to ensure your room remains fresh and comfortable throughout your stay. Additionally, if you need any extra hotel amenities during your visit, our team is more than happy to bring them to your room upon request.

Yes, guest accessible disinfecting wipes and sanitizer are available at entrances and all high-traffic areas.

Yes, guests can find hand sanitizing stations throughout the property. We can also provide additional supplies on request to ensure extra protection.

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Yes, we have roll-in showers in the king-accessible room. If you have any specific accessibility requests, please contact us using the information on the reservation confirmation received after making your hotel booking.

Yes, we have hearing-impaired guestrooms with two queen beds with TTY equipment available on request. Contact our staff for any information on accessible guest room features.

Yes. Our King ADA Guestroom has either a walk-in shower or a tub/shower combination with handrails. Explore the accessible room features and plan your stay in our Gainesville hotel at the University of Florida.

Hotel ELEO is located near top local attractions in Gainesville, including Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Florida Museum of Natural History, University of Florida Bat Houses, and Thomas Center.

Downtown Gainesville is only 1.7 miles away from Hotel ELEO. Book your stay with us and explore the vibrant town featuring shops, restaurants, theatres, and parks.

Hotel ELEO is located inside the UF campus and adjacent to the UF Health Complex in Gainesville. Our upscale hotel is just a 5-minute walk from the UF Health Neuromedicine Hospital and a 15-minute stroll from UF Health Shands Hospital.

The bustling Gainesville downtown offers plenty of things, including boutique stores, famous restaurants, and vibrant nightlife. Get the best local experience with music concerts at the Hippodrome theater. Visit art galleries like the Harn Museum of Art and Santa Fe College Art Gallery or explore holiday festivals, dynamic events, and historical landmarks like the Florida Museum of Natural History.

Gainesville is known for its unique dining scene and is home to eclectic restaurants, cafes, and eateries, serving authentic local delicacies, comfort food, and international cuisines. Hotel ELEO near the UF campus has an onsite dining option - Covey Kitchen + Cocktails, which recently earned a spot on Yelp's Top 100 Restaurants in the USA. Other restaurants near our hotel include Dragonfly Sushi & Sake, Embers Wood Grill, Paramount Grill, and Mark's Prime Steakhouse.

Gainesville is famous for landscaped parks, expansive outdoor spaces, and well-maintained gardens. Discover scenic hiking trails, spend an afternoon picnicking with friends and family, and enjoy leisure walks amidst the picturesque setting. Some parks near Hotel ELEO include Depot Park, Payne's Prairie Preserve State Park, and Kanapaha Botanical Gardens.

Gainesville Regional Airport is 6.8 miles from Hotel ELEO; it takes approximately 15 minutes to reach. Other airports nearby are Cecil Field NAS Airport, located 57.8 miles away, and Jacksonville International Airport is 82.9 miles away.

Hotel ELEO is located near the top attractions in Gainesville, Florida, like Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, which is only 1.8 miles away, Butterfly Rainforest is just 2.4 miles, Thomas Center is also 2.5 miles away, Depot Park is only 1.8 miles, and Hippodrome Theatre is just 2 miles away from our hotel. There is something for every visitor to Gainesville to see and experience, from art to culture, sports, and entertainment.

The University of Florida, Gainesville, is an incredible architecture with 20 buildings on the National Register of Historic Places. Nearly 2,000 acres of area is just like a movie location. More than 50,000 students from more than 130 countries and all 50 states complete the picture of a campus straight out of central casting. Please visit here.

Parents or students can stay at our Hotel ELEO, near the University of Florida. Enjoy modern amenities that make you feel at home from the moment you step inside.

Gainesville is known for its preservation of historic buildings and mesmerizing natural surroundings. Being one of the most attractive cities in Florida, the numerous parks, museums, and lakes provide entertainment to thousands of visitors.

The shuttle operating hours are from 7 AM to 10 PM.

You can schedule at the front desk or with the valet attendant.

We offer upscale amenities for patients' comfortable stay, like shower chairs, ADA room types, luggage assistance, a shuttle to the main Shands buildings, and microwave.

Our Gainesville hotel is just 0.5 miles away, or 3 minutes walking distance from the hospital.

check-in begins at 4 pm, and check-out is at 11 am.

Opus coffee is in the lobby of the UF Health Heart & Vascular Hospital.

Yes, we do offer connecting rooms.

No. We do not have Roll away beds.

Yes. We offer complimentary valet parking only.

The University of Florida Health is a private, not-for-profit hospital affiliated with the University of Florida. The most comprehensive academic health center in the Southeast, with campuses in Gainesville and Jacksonville.

The University of Florida Health, a non-profit hospital located in Gainesville, Florida, is one of the biggest and the number one hospital with the finest healthcare facilities.

The University of Florida Health in Gainesville is open 24 hours a day to give you a better health facility and the best treatment for fast recovery.