
Sun Conference / Southern States Indoor Track & Field Championships
February 14-15 2025
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Alachua County Sports & Events Center at Celebration Pointe
4870 Celebration Pointe Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32608 - Website
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Hotels

Double Tree
3726 SW 40th Boulevard, Gainesville FL 32608
Please call the hotel for rates & availability
Laura Lange/Jonathan Mulqueen 352.375.2400 gnvgl_sales@napleshotelgroup.com
Our hotel is next to I-75 in Gainesville’s retail district, in easy reach of dining and shopping options. The University of Florida is two miles away – we have plenty of UF spirit with corn hole and a custom Gator ping pong table in the courtyard. Enjoy our resort-style outdoor pool. 2 Queen beds – This room features a Sweet Dreams bed, work desk with complimentary WiFi access and an ergonomic desk chair, 50-inch HDTV, Keurig coffeemaker, clock radio and mini-fridge.

Hampton Inn
$169/Night
4225 SW 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
Contact hotel directly and mention “Sun Conference” – Kathy Clarke – 352-371-4171
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.

Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville Downtown
$169/Night
101 SE 1 Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
Rate Code: Sun Conference
Mark McClain, 352-240-9306; markm@lbaproperties.com
The Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Gainesville and less than 1.5 miles from the Univ of Florida campus, 20 miles from Champions Park and 5 miles from the Alachua County Sports & Events Center. All rooms have a mini fridge, microwave and Wi-fi access. We provide a complimentary hot breakfast buffet each morning. There are over 20 restaurants, bars, shoppes and entertainment venues all within Footsteps of our lobby.

Residence Inn
BOOK NOW3275 SW 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
Hotel Contact: Gina Harrison – 352-264-0000, rharrison@rigainesville.com
Newly renovated in 2024, our hotel offers spacious suites with a modern and inviting residential feel. Start your day right with a full hot breakfast featuring healthy options, served daily. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and parking. Our amenities include an inviting outdoor pool, a cozy patio and grill area with a fire pit, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and a 24-hour market. Perfectly located just 1 mile from ACSEC at Celebration Pointe and within easy walking distance to all the amenities in Butler Plaza, our hotel is the ideal choice for travelers.

Springhill Suites
4155 SW 40th Blvd. Gainesville, Florida 32608
Please reach out to Hotel Contact for rates: Lori Sansing/352-824-0444 ext. 505, lori.sansing@scarletthotelgroup.com
Springhill Suites Gainesville offers 126 suites with extra living space for a homelike feel. The Hotel is conveniently located just off Interstate 75, Archer Road Exit, in Gainesville’s retail district, easy reach of dining and shopping options, 145 restaurants and shops within one mile. And only 1.4 mile from the Alachua County Sports and Events Center! Meeting space can accommodate up to 50 people, Complimentary High-Speed Internet Access in all Guestrooms and Meeting Space, Complimentary Parking, Complimentary Full Breakfast, Outdoor Pool, Fitness Center & Business Center, and an On-Site Guest Laundry Facility are just a few of the amenities and service we provide.

Comfort Inn
$104/Night
3440 SW 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
Contact hotel directly for rate: 352-264-1771

Sleep Inn
$104/Night
4110 SW 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608
Contact hotel directly for rate: 352-376-4145

3700 SW 42ND Street Gainesville, FL 32608
Hotel Contact: For groups of 10+ contact Martha Brady at Martha.Brady2@Marriott.com
Distance from the Alachua County Sports & Events Center 0.7 miles
Hotel is on bus route
Newly renovated
Walking distance to Butler Plaza, restaurants and shopping
$10 Bistro Coupon included in rate, each night

Hampton Inn & Suites Alachua off I-75
$179/Night
15930 Northwest 163rd Lane, Alachua, FL 32615
Contact hotel directly for rate: Tammy Dixon tammy.dixon@hilton.com 386-315-8100
Hampton Inn & Suites Alachua off I-75 Offers spacious rooms designed to enhance your stay. Lots of comfy double beds and spacious suites. All our rooms have microwaves and fridges, large smart TVs. Nestled in a quite area away from all the hustle and bustle. Enjoy our hot waffles with toppings along with other hot breakfast items, state of the art fitness center, pool area and a large lobby area to enjoy.

Hotel Indigo
$179/Night
5020 SW 30th Ln, Gainesville, FL 32608
Rate Code: Sun Conference
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.
Rate Cut Off Date: 12/16/2024

Hilton Garden Inn
Contact the Group Sales Department
4075 SW 33 Pl, Gainesville, FL 32608
Rate code: SCF
Carlene Baker or Gabriela Acevedo – 352-335-3133 – carlene.baker@hilton.com / gabriela.acevedo@hilton.com
Full Renovation Spring of 2024; on site restaurant and lounge, fitness center featuring Peloton, private event space, pool, patio with fire pit, gas grill, bus parking, located just 1 mile to the ACSEC and within walking distance to everything in Butler Plaza
Rate Cut Off Date: January 3 2025

Homewood
Contact the Group Sales Department
3333 SW 42nd St, Gainesville, FL 32608
Rate code: SCF
Carlene Baker or Gabriela Acevedo – 352-335-3133 – carlene.baker@hilton.com / gabriela.acevedo@hilton.com
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, located just 1 mile to the ACSEC and within walking distance to everything in Butler Plaza
Rate Cut Off Date: January 3 2025

AC Hotel Gainesville Downtown
151 NW 14th St, Gainesville, FL 32603
Please contact hotel directly for discount group rates and availability, reference: Sun Conference – Feb 2025
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.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Alachua
16367 NW 167th Blvd, Alachua, FL 32615
Please contact hotel directly for rate
Christy McCray – 386.518.6777 alachuasales@mphhotels.com
Free Hot Buffet breakfast, free wi-fi, outdoor patio with BBQ grill, on-site laundry room, fitness center, saltwater pool & hot tub, business area & free parking.

Home2 Suites Gainesville
$189 + tax (Single Queen Studio + Pull-out Sleeper Sofa) & $199 + tax (Double Queen Studio + Pull-out Sleeper Sofa)
2115 SW 13th St, Gainesville, FL 32608
Please contact Karen directly at 352-372-1025 or kforsythe@mcneillhotels.com to receive Booking Link for your specific team
Newly Renovated Accommodations featuring a flat panel HDTV, media hub, sleeper sofa and kitchenette, Complimentary Daily Breakfast – includes waffles, breakfast sandwiches, eggs, oatmeal, cereals, yogurt and a variety of morning favorites, Complimentary Parking, Outdoor Pool, Fitness Center and Complimentary WiFi.
Cut Off Date: 1/26/2025

TownePlace Suites
$139 Studio King w/Sleeper Sofa; $159 Double Queen Studio
7451 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL 32605
Contact hotel directly for rate
Dean Lockley, (352) 415-1111/ dlockley@peachtreehotelgroup.com
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!

Aloft Gainesville – University Area
SOLD OUT - NO MORE TEAM ROOMS
3743 Hull Road
Gainesville, Florida 32607

Best Western Gateway Grand
SOLD OUT - NO MORE TEAM ROOMS
4200 NW 97th Blvd Gainesville, FL 32606

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gainesville I-75
SOLD OUT - NO MORE TEAM ROOMS
3370 SW 42nd Street, Gainesville, FL 32608

Drury Inn and Suites
SOLD OUT - NO MORE TEAM ROOMS
4000 SW 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608