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Sweetwater Branch Inn

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Sweetwater Branch Inn

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Map image for 625 East University Avenue GAINESVILLE, FL
Located in: GAINESVILLE, FL
This smoke-free bed & breakfast features an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and a business center are onsite.
Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Sweetwater Branch Inn offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star bed & breakfast have kitchens with cookware/dishes/utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 55-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.


An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Located in Gainesville, Sweetwater Branch Inn is in the entertainment district and near the airport. Hippodrome State Theatre and Florida Museum of Natural History are cultural highlights and Kanapaha Botanical Gardens is a popular area attraction. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Gainesville Raceway. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cave exploring nearby.
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Popular amenities
  • ac
  • breakfast included
  • business services
  • free parking
  • heater
  • hot tub
  • internet
  • kitchen
  • laundry
  • microwave
  • no smoking
  • outdoor space
  • pool
Property amenities
Food and Drink
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)
  • Free full breakfast available 7:30 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Internet
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Things to do
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private picnics
Family Friendly
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
Conveniences
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Library
Guest Services
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
Business Services
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room
Outdoor
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
Language Spoken
  • English
  • Italian
  • Spanish
Accessibility
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Activities Nearby
  • Boat tours
  • Cave exploring
  • Ecotours
  • Golfing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool access
  • Rafting
  • Sailing
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Water skiing
  • Windsurfing
More
  • Couples dining
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Romance packages available
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby
Room amenities
Bedroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding
Bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
Entertainment
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • 55-inch LCD TV
Food and Drink
  • Champagne service
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
More
  • Free newspapers
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
  • Check-out before 11:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out available
  • Express check-out available
  • Late check-out fee: USD 35
  • Late check-out subject to availability
Pets
  • 2 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
  • Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
  • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Welcoming dogs and cats only
Special check-in instructions
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property payment types
  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa
Important Information
Optional extras
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stayService animals are exempt from feesLate check-out fee: USD 35 (subject to availability)
  • The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • This property does not have elevators
 

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