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Red Roof Inn Gainesville

2.0 of 5
3500 SW 42nd Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
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Red Roof Inn Gainesville
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Ranked #10 of 43 hotels in Gainesville
4.0 of 5 stars 101 Reviews
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  • “Very clean” (10)
  • “Front desk staff” (6)
  • “Convenient location” (3)
  • “Courteous and helpful” (3)
  • “Great price” (3)
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Cottondale
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
“Shocked but very good”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

For the price this is the best priced and a very clean Hotel. I was shocked as, I was not expecting such a nice clean place. I would stay their again.

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Orlando, Florida
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Hotel with a Motel Feel”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

You pay for what you get so I really can't complain because I paid next to nothing to stay here. The rooms are accessible from the inside but I chuckled when I saw the "small" double beds with the typical motel comforter. The rooms are clean and the location is right there along hotel row on Archer Road so I... More

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Euihee Prekler, General Manager at Red Roof Inn Gainesville, responded to this review
24 May 2012

Dear GatorGirl444, Thank you for your review and we are so glad that we were able to return all of the items left behind. Red Roof Inn is the leader among the economy hotel. We are so excited to have a major hotel renovation over the summer. It is our hope to have another chance to serve you. Again, thanks... More

Sanford, Florida
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“An "OK" experience”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

We often travel with our dog so I really appreciate that this is a pet friendly hotel. They do not even charge an extra fee for pets like most other chain hotels. Our room was extremely humid and musky but then again it had been raining most of the day and night. The staff was very nice and I am... More

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Euihee Prekler, General Manager at Red Roof Inn Gainesville, responded to this review
23 May 2012

Dear Indiana600_610, Thank you so much for a candid review regarding your stay with us. Maintaining a great value and providing a great service are our ongoing efforts. I am very excited to share that we are going to upgrade our product during this summer and hope you could give us another chance to experience the new rooms. Again, thank... More

Fort Lauderdale, Florida
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Excellent Service”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012
2
people found this review helpful

This is the third time I have stayed at this Red Roof in in Gainesville. Like all the others the stay was excellent. This time I left behind my laptop USB Verizon air card and I did not realize it. The next day I received a call from the Inn telling me they had it and offering to send it... More

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Euihee Prekler, General Manager at Red Roof Inn Gainesville, responded to this review
10 May 2012

Dear Popsroth, Thank you for taking the time and wrote a reveiw regarding your recent stay with us. We are so glad that you did receive your verizon air card in time. Guest feedback, like yours, is always an encouragement to all of our staff as we strive to continuously improve the quality of our services. Again, thanks for sharing... More

Tampa, Florida
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Great Place to Stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Back in 2010 we had to stay one night at Knights Inn on 13th street. DISGUSTING place. Won't go into detail but will warn you to STAY AWAY. There was a game that weeked so most hotels were booked or charged an arm and leg to stay one night. Drove up and down trying to find a place to stay... More

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Euihee Prekler, General Manager at Red Roof Inn Gainesville, responded to this review
10 May 2012

Dear Wendi S, What a wonderful review!!!! I am so happy to hear that we did exceed your expectation. I have shared your review with all of my staff. Positive guest feedback, like yours, is always an encouragement to all of our staff as we strive to continuously improve the quality of our services. Again, thanks for giving us opportunities... More

Miami
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Good value, Dog friendly”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Nothing fancy here, but clean, reliable and friendly to us and our dog. I was leaning toward the Comfort Inn, but it had a bad review and I noticed a good one about the Red Roof. The checkin clerk even made a point of giving me an additional discount I hadn't got online.

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Euihee Prekler, General Manager at Red Roof Inn Gainesville, responded to this review
30 April 2012

Dear LaurieMiami, I truly appreciate your feedback regarding your recent stay. It is always a great encouragement to us when we receive on line reviews like yours. I am so glad that you took advantage of our pet month promotion. Thank you again for sharing your experience with other travelers. We hope to welcome you again in near future! Sincerely,... More

Gainesville, Florida
Contributor
13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Beautiful!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012
2
people found this review helpful

When I stayed at this hotel I was impressed at the decor of the rooms as well as the impeccable service the employees give to their customers. The setting is beautiful and talk about convenience there is a shopping center within a few short steps!! The room prices are awesome!!

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Euihee Prekler, General Manager at Red Roof Inn Gainesville, responded to this review
18 April 2012

Dear Dave32601, What a joy to read your review in Trip advisor! I am so glad you have enjoyed our Superior King room. Positive guest feedback, like yours, is always an encouragement to all of our staff. We also appreciate you sharing photos. We hope to see you again in near future! Sincerely, Euihee Prekler General Manager 352-336-3311 More

Mt. Juliet Tn
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“excellent choice to make”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2012
1
person found this review helpful

my company pays for the room so i cant say much about the price, however, i found that this particular red roof stands out above all other red roof inns that i stay at across the country. the hospitality was that that made you feel at home. the clerk was courtious and helpful to direct me to a fine inexpensive... More

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Euihee Prekler, General Manager at Red Roof Inn Gainesville, responded to this review
18 April 2012

Dear Jerry N, Thank you so much for writing a review regarding your stay! We always enjoy hearing about the positive experiences our guests have at our hotels. Positive guest feedback, like yours, is always gives us such an encouragement to do a better job. Thank you again for sharing your experience, we hope to see you again on your... More

Orange City, Florida
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Best location and personnel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Stayed at the Red Roof twice in March 2012 to take my dog for treatment at the Univ. of FL Veteranarian School. My dog, a Golden Retriever, presented no problem for the staff and we were both equally welcome by a most efficient staff. The room (they gave me the same one on my return trip) was clean, quiet pleasant.... More

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Euihee Prekler, General Manager at Red Roof Inn Gainesville, responded to this review
26 March 2012

Dear Rick O, Thank you so much for sharing your experience with other travelers. It is always a great pleasure to hear a wonderful feedback! We love pets and they stay free with you! I will make sure to share your comments with the rest of my staff. Feedback like yours is always a great motivation while we continuously work... More

Ozark, Missouri
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“Price Gouging”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2012

We were driving to Disney and weren't sure how far we'd make it, so we hadn't made hotel reservations for the night. We arrived in Gainesville, FL around 9 pm, and decided to call it a night. It was a Saturday night AND the beginning of Spring Break. After checking with FIVE other hotels that were booked up, we were... More

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Euihee Prekler, General Manager at Red Roof Inn Gainesville, responded to this review
23 March 2012

Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write a reivew regarding your stay with us. I am so sorry that your experience did not meet your expectation. I fully understand why you felt that way. Unfortunately, there was a huge event called GATOR NATIONAL drag racing in town that particular weekend you were passing by. This events brings... More

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Address: 3500 SW 42nd Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
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