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Reference FABC Showcase when contacting hotels for rates

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                            [name] => Best Western Gateway Grand
                            [address] => 
4200 NW 97th Blvd
Gainesville, FL 32606

                            [description] => 
Hotel contact: Rebecca Lamb/352-331-3336 or sales@gatewaygrand.com
Step into the welcoming ambiance of the Best Western Gateway Grand, where you always feel at home. As the city’s premier full-service hotel, we offer a complimentary breakfast that is second to none, featuring a hot buffet with made-to-order omelet station, waffles, and more. Indulge in delicious meals at our on-site restaurant, The Gator’s Den, acclaimed as the #1 dining spot on Trip Advisor. Conveniently situated just off I-75, we are mere minutes away from all major event venues. Thank you for choosing the Best Western Gateway Grand and we look forward to having you as our guest.

                            [book_now_link] => https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/hotel-rooms.10281.html?groupId=1P0FE9N1
                            [book_now_rate] => $129/Night (two double beds)
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                            [logo] => 1422
                            [name] => Hilton University of Florida Conference Center
                            [address] => 
1714 SW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32607

                            [description] => 
Contact Megan Bustamante at 352-384-3412 and ask about group rate for FABC Boys for June 21-23


Conveniently situated on the southwest corner of the University of Florida campus, the Hilton University of Florida Conference Center provides guests with a host of upscale and market-leading attributes unparalleled in the north-central Florida area.

                            [book_now_link] => 
                            [book_now_rate] => $189/Night (two queen beds)
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                            [logo] => 1413
                            [name] => Holiday Inn University Center
                            [address] => 
1250 W. University Avenue
Gainesville, FL  32601

                            [description] => 
Contact hotel directly for rate: Elize van Zyl – Group Sales Coordinator – 352-376-1661 ext. 132
Holiday Inn – University Center, has comfortable accommodations featuring rooms with two queen beds or 1 king bed, and is walking distance to Publix, Starbucks, Chick-fil-A, McDonald’s, and more! We offer two restaurants on site: Bistro 45 Breakfast Café –cook to order breakfast daily and Piesanos – Offering Pizzas, Italian Favorites, Large TV’s & 40 taps in their bar.

                            [book_now_link] => 
                            [book_now_rate] => $169/Night
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                            [logo] => 1740
                            [name] => Courtyard
                            [address] => 
3700 SW 42ND Street
Gainesville, FL  32608

                            [description] => 
Newly renovated

                            [book_now_link] => https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1714487571517&key=GRP&app=resvlink
                            [book_now_rate] => $129/Night (King with Pullout sofa)
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                            [logo] => 1410
                            [name] => Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration pointe 
                            [address] => 
5020 sw 30th lane
Gainesville, fl 32608

                            [description] => 
Hotel contact: Mystic Rountree (352) 240-8900 mrountree@peachtreehotelgroup.com
Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe, located just off I-75. Near the University of Florida, our hotel is in the heart of Celebration Pointe, a modern live/work/play planned community with unparalleled shopping, dining, entertainment, and local culture. Our pet-friendly hotel in Gainesville, FL features boutique-style guestrooms with spa-like bathrooms, a 24-hour fitness center and an outdoor pool and patio that will leave you refreshed and invigorated for your Gainesville adventures. For social eating and delicious food, join us in GATHER Social Lounge for comfort food with Florida flair. Open for breakfast and dinner, our cuisine seasonally showcases the finest locally grown ingredients and regional libations, bringing additional “flavor” to the Gainesville experience.

                            [book_now_link] => https://www.ihg.com/hotelindigo/hotels/us/en/gainesville/gnvgi/hoteldetail?fromRedirect=true&qSrt=sBR&qIta=99801505&icdv=99801505&qSlH=GNVGI&qGrpCd=FB2&setPMCookies=true&qSHBrC=IN&qDest=5020%20S.W.%2030th%20Lane%2C%20Gainesville%2C%20FL%2C%20US&srb_u=1
                            [book_now_rate] => $129/Night (King)
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                            [logo] => 1830
                            [name] => HYATT PLACE GAINESVILLE DOWNTOWN
                            [address] => 
212 SE 1st Street
Gainesville, FL  32601

                            [description] => 
Hotel contact: Emma Hoffman, emma.hoffman@hyatt.com, 352-496-7505
Room type: King w/ pullout sofa


Gainesville’s newest Hotel, Hyatt Place Downtown is only 1 mile to UF, and 15 minutes to Celebration Pointe, just steps to tons of great restaurants, shopping, and entertainment. Enjoy oversized guestrooms with sitting area and sleeper sofa in every room, full-service bar, 24-hour food service, small refrigerators in every room, and on-site washers & dryers, making the Hyatt Place the perfect choice for your group. Click on the link to book today!

                            [book_now_link] => https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/GNVZG/G-FAB1
                            [book_now_rate] => $124(Including Valet Parking @ 1 car per room, nightly)
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                            [logo] => 1416
                            [name] => Residence Inn
                            [address] => 
3275 SW 40th Blvd
Gainesville, FL 32608

                            [description] => 
Contact hotel directly for rate: Tammy Dixon, TDixon@RIGainesville.com
 Newly renovated all suites hotel

                            [book_now_link] => 
                            [book_now_rate] => $189/Night (king suites with new full size pullout sofas and kitchen)
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                            [logo] => 1420
                            [name] => FAIRFIELD BY MARRIOTT GAINESVILLE I-75
                            [address] => 
3877 SW 37th Blvd
Gainesville, Florida 32608

                            [description] => 
Contact hotel directly for rate: Valeria Alvarez, 352-745-7777
Amenities Included in Rate: Complete Healthy Breakfast, Free Wi-Fi, On-Site Laundry Facility, Outdoor Pool, 24 Hour Business Center, 24 Hour Fitness Center, On-Site Bar, Indoor Access Guestrooms
All Rooms Include: Microwave, Mini-Fridge, Coffee-Maker, Iron & Ironing Board, Hair Dryer, 55” LED TV

                            [book_now_link] => 
                            [book_now_rate] => $129/Night (double queen/king bed)
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                            [logo] => 1490
                            [name] => Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville
                            [address] => 
4075 SW 33 Pl, Gainesville, FL 32608

                            [description] => 
Contact Group Sales for Discounted Rates and reference “FAB”
Carlene Baker – 352-335-3133 – carlene.baker@hilton.com
Fully Renovated March 2024
 Newly Renovated featuring an on-site restaurant and lounge, fitness center featuring Peloton, private event space, pool, patio with fire pit, gas grill, bus parking

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                            [logo] => 1903
                            [name] => Homewood Suites by Hilton Gainesville
                            [address] => 
3333 SW 42nd St, Gainesville, FL 32608

                            [description] => 
Contact Group Sales for Discounted Rate and reference “FAB”
Carlene Baker – 352-335-3133 – carlene.baker@hilton.com
Fully Renovated March 2023
All Suites Hotel – Newly Renovated in 2023, hot breakfast buffet, evening social, fitness center featuring Peloton, pool, basketball court, patio with fire pit and gas grills, private event space, bus parking,

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                            [logo] => 1412
                            [name] => AC HOTEL
                            [address] => 
151 NW 14TH Street 
Gainesville, FL 32603 

                            [description] => 
Contact hotel directly for rate and availability.
Hotel contact: Benjamin Watkins – Sales Manager – (352) 448-2642 – Benjamin.watkins@marriott.com
Welcome to AC Hotel Gainesville, located across from the University of Florida campus. Start your day with our European inspired breakfast buffet and a workout in our rooftop fitness-center. Family and pet friendly AC Hotel offers King or Queen/Queen guestrooms elegantly designed for optimal comfort and utility. Wind down your evening relaxing by the rooftop pool, enjoy Spanish style tapas and a signature cocktail at the AC Lounge or one of the many quality restaurants within convenient walking distance. Use the Book Now link to get discounted valet parking for $10 per vehicle per night for this event only.

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                            [logo] => 1414
                            [name] => Hampton Inn
                            [address] => 
4225 SW 40th Blvd
Gainesville, FL 32608

                            [description] => 
Contact Hotel Directly for rate: Kathleen Clarke  352-371-4171  kathleen.clarke@hilton.com
Located off I-75 in Gainesville, we’re five miles from downtown, with restaurants less than 15 minutes’ walk. The University of Florida, Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, Florida Museum of Natural History – Exhibits, and Split Rock Conservation Area are within three miles of the hotel. Enjoy our daily free hot breakfast and WiFi, along with our fitness center, outdoor pool, and electric car charger.

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                            [book_now_rate] => $189/Night
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                            [logo] => 1540
                            [name] => Home2 Suites by Hilton
                            [address] => 
2115 SW 13th St, Gainesville, FL 32608

                            [description] => 
Rate Code:  FTC
Hotel contact:  Karen Forsythe, kforsythe@mcneillhotels.com


Room rate includes:  Complimentary Hot Breakfast Bar, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Complimentary Parking and use of the Outdoor Pool & Fitness Center.

                            [book_now_link] => https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=GNVTHHT&groupCode=CHTFTC&arrivaldate=2024-06-20&departuredate=2024-06-23&cid=OM,WW,HILTONLINK,EN,DirectLink&fromId=HILTONLINKDIRECT
                            [book_now_rate] => $169 Single Queen + Pull-out Sleeper Sofa (Only room type available)
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                            [logo] => 1989
                            [name] => HOM hotel + suites
                            [address] => 
3905 SW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32608

                            [description] => 
Contact hotel directly for rate: Norma Leon, 352-376-0004
Call to make a group reservation. Rate only applies to booking 10 rooms or more.

                            [book_now_link] => 
                            [book_now_rate] => $195/Night (Kings only)
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                            [logo] => 1411
                            [name] => TownePlace Suites by Marriott
                            [address] => 
7451 W. Newberry Road
Gainesville, FL  32605

                            [description] => 
Hotel contact: Dean Lockley dlockley@peachtreehotelgroup.com (352)415-1111
Welcome to the new TownePlace Suites in Gainesville, Florida! Recently renovated, all of our rooms feature a kitchen with full sized fridge and freezer, dishwasher, cooking and dining ware as well as a microwave and stove top. Your stay will include a free hot breakfast buffet each morning, access to our pool area and fire pit, fitness center, as well as our guest laundry. A Webber Grill awaits you in our outdoor seating, with grilling accessories available upon request. Stay with us and live your life uninterrupted

                            [book_now_link] => https://www.marriott.com/events/start.mi?id=1715100121070&key=GRP
                            [book_now_rate] => $169 Kings w/Sleeper Sofa; $179 Double Queens
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Hotels

Best Western Gateway Grand

BOOK NOW

$129/Night (two double beds)

• 4200 NW 97th Blvd

  Gainesville, FL 32606

Hotel contact: Rebecca Lamb/352-331-3336 or sales@gatewaygrand.com

Step into the welcoming ambiance of the Best Western Gateway Grand, where you always feel at home. As the city’s premier full-service hotel, we offer a complimentary breakfast that is second to none, featuring a hot buffet with made-to-order omelet station, waffles, and more. Indulge in delicious meals at our on-site restaurant, The Gator’s Den, acclaimed as the #1 dining spot on Trip Advisor. Conveniently situated just off I-75, we are mere minutes away from all major event venues. Thank you for choosing the Best Western Gateway Grand and we look forward to having you as our guest.

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center

$189/Night (two queen beds)

• 1714 SW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32607

Contact Megan Bustamante at 352-384-3412 and ask about group rate for FABC Boys for June 21-23

Conveniently situated on the southwest corner of the University of Florida campus, the Hilton University of Florida Conference Center provides guests with a host of upscale and market-leading attributes unparalleled in the north-central Florida area.

Holiday Inn University Center

$169/Night

• 1250 W. University Avenue

  Gainesville, FL  32601

Contact hotel directly for rate: Elize van Zyl – Group Sales Coordinator – 352-376-1661 ext. 132

Holiday Inn – University Center, has comfortable accommodations featuring rooms with two queen beds or 1 king bed, and is walking distance to Publix, Starbucks, Chick-fil-A, McDonald’s, and more! We offer two restaurants on site: Bistro 45 Breakfast Café –cook to order breakfast daily and Piesanos – Offering Pizzas, Italian Favorites, Large TV’s & 40 taps in their bar.

Courtyard

BOOK NOW

$129/Night (King with Pullout sofa)

• 3700 SW 42^ND Street

  Gainesville, FL  32608

Newly renovated

Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration pointe

BOOK NOW

$129/Night (King)

• 5020 sw 30^th lane

  Gainesville, fl 32608

Hotel contact: Mystic Rountree (352) 240-8900 mrountree@peachtreehotelgroup.com

Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe, located just off I-75. Near the University of Florida, our hotel is in the heart of Celebration Pointe, a modern live/work/play planned community with unparalleled shopping, dining, entertainment, and local culture. Our pet-friendly hotel in Gainesville, FL features boutique-style guestrooms with spa-like bathrooms, a 24-hour fitness center and an outdoor pool and patio that will leave you refreshed and invigorated for your Gainesville adventures. For social eating and delicious food, join us in GATHER Social Lounge for comfort food with Florida flair. Open for breakfast and dinner, our cuisine seasonally showcases the finest locally grown ingredients and regional libations, bringing additional “flavor” to the Gainesville experience.

HYATT PLACE GAINESVILLE DOWNTOWN

BOOK NOW

$124(Including Valet Parking @ 1 car per room, nightly)

• 212 SE 1^st Street

  Gainesville, FL  32601

Hotel contact: Emma Hoffman, emma.hoffman@hyatt.com, 352-496-7505

Room type: King w/ pullout sofa

Gainesville’s newest Hotel, Hyatt Place Downtown is only 1 mile to UF, and 15 minutes to Celebration Pointe, just steps to tons of great restaurants, shopping, and entertainment. Enjoy oversized guestrooms with sitting area and sleeper sofa in every room, full-service bar, 24-hour food service, small refrigerators in every room, and on-site washers & dryers, making the Hyatt Place the perfect choice for your group. Click on the link to book today!

Residence Inn

$189/Night (king suites with new full size pullout sofas and kitchen)

• 3275 SW 40th Blvd

  Gainesville, FL 32608

Contact hotel directly for rate: Tammy Dixon, TDixon@RIGainesville.com

 Newly renovated all suites hotel

FAIRFIELD BY MARRIOTT GAINESVILLE I-75

$129/Night (double queen/king bed)

• 3877 SW 37^th Blvd

  Gainesville, Florida 32608

Contact hotel directly for rate: Valeria Alvarez, 352-745-7777

Amenities Included in Rate: Complete Healthy Breakfast, Free Wi-Fi, On-Site Laundry Facility, Outdoor Pool, 24 Hour Business Center, 24 Hour Fitness Center, On-Site Bar, Indoor Access Guestrooms

All Rooms Include: Microwave, Mini-Fridge, Coffee-Maker, Iron & Ironing Board, Hair Dryer, 55” LED TV

Hilton Garden Inn Gainesville

• 4075 SW 33 Pl, Gainesville, FL 32608

Contact Group Sales for Discounted Rates and reference “FAB”

Carlene Baker – 352-335-3133 – carlene.baker@hilton.com

Fully Renovated March 2024

Newly Renovated featuring an on-site restaurant and lounge, fitness center featuring Peloton, private event space, pool, patio with fire pit, gas grill, bus parking

Homewood Suites by Hilton Gainesville

• 3333 SW 42nd St, Gainesville, FL 32608

Contact Group Sales for Discounted Rate and reference “FAB”

Carlene Baker – 352-335-3133 – carlene.baker@hilton.com

Fully Renovated March 2023

All Suites Hotel – Newly Renovated in 2023, hot breakfast buffet, evening social, fitness center featuring Peloton, pool, basketball court, patio with fire pit and gas grills, private event space, bus parking,

AC HOTEL

• 151 NW 14^TH Street 

  Gainesville, FL 32603 

Contact hotel directly for rate and availability.

Hotel contact: Benjamin Watkins – Sales Manager – (352) 448-2642 – Benjamin.watkins@marriott.com

Welcome to AC Hotel Gainesville, located across from the University of Florida campus. Start your day with our European inspired breakfast buffet and a workout in our rooftop fitness-center. Family and pet friendly AC Hotel offers King or Queen/Queen guestrooms elegantly designed for optimal comfort and utility. Wind down your evening relaxing by the rooftop pool, enjoy Spanish style tapas and a signature cocktail at the AC Lounge or one of the many quality restaurants within convenient walking distance. Use the Book Now link to get discounted valet parking for $10 per vehicle per night for this event only.

Hampton Inn

$189/Night

• 4225 SW 40th Blvd
  Gainesville, FL 32608

Contact Hotel Directly for rate: Kathleen Clarke  352-371-4171  kathleen.clarke@hilton.com

Located off I-75 in Gainesville, we’re five miles from downtown, with restaurants less than 15 minutes’ walk. The University of Florida, Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, Florida Museum of Natural History – Exhibits, and Split Rock Conservation Area are within three miles of the hotel. Enjoy our daily free hot breakfast and WiFi, along with our fitness center, outdoor pool, and electric car charger.

Home2 Suites by Hilton

BOOK NOW

$169 Single Queen + Pull-out Sleeper Sofa (Only room type available)

• 2115 SW 13th St, Gainesville, FL 32608

Rate Code:  FTC

Hotel contact:  Karen Forsythe, kforsythe@mcneillhotels.com

Room rate includes:  Complimentary Hot Breakfast Bar, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Complimentary Parking and use of the Outdoor Pool & Fitness Center.

HOM hotel + suites

$195/Night (Kings only)

• 3905 SW 43rd St, Gainesville, FL 32608

Contact hotel directly for rate: Norma Leon, 352-376-0004

Call to make a group reservation. Rate only applies to booking 10 rooms or more.

TownePlace Suites by Marriott

BOOK NOW

$169 Kings w/Sleeper Sofa; $179 Double Queens

• 7451 W. Newberry Road

  Gainesville, FL  32605

Hotel contact: Dean Lockley dlockley@peachtreehotelgroup.com (352)415-1111

Welcome to the new TownePlace Suites in Gainesville, Florida! Recently renovated, all of our rooms feature a kitchen with full sized fridge and freezer, dishwasher, cooking and dining ware as well as a microwave and stove top. Your stay will include a free hot breakfast buffet each morning, access to our pool area and fire pit, fitness center, as well as our guest laundry. A Webber Grill awaits you in our outdoor seating, with grilling accessories available upon request. Stay with us and live your life uninterrupted