Hotels
Holiday Inn Gainesville-University Center
1250 W. University Avenue
Gainesville, FL 32601 United States
Phone: 352.376.1661 ext. 132
Booking Information
Name: FOREST SAT 2026
Date: May 3rd - 10th, 2026
Block Code: FRT
Rate: $149 without Breakfast
Booking Link: Click here
Link Cutoff Date: April 4th, 2026
Guests have 3 days prior to arrival to cancel reservations without fee.
Reservations can also be made by calling the hotel directly at 352.376.1661, just provide the block code (given above).
If you prefer to walk to the meetings each day, use this path for a scenic walk through the college. This path will take you to and from the Reitz Union, passing Lake Alice and other sights along the way.
Distance: 0.9 Miles (1.4 km)
Estimated Time: 22 Minutes Walking
Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Gainesville
101 SE 1st Ave
Gainesville, FL 32601 United States
Phone: 352.240.9306
Booking Information
Name: FOREST SAT 2026
Date: Sunday, May 3rd – Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Block Code: no specific code – please use reservation link
Rate: $159.00/night
Booking Link: Click here
Link Cutoff Date: Sunday, April 12, 2026
Guests will have 24 hours prior to arrival to cancel their reservation without penalty.
If you prefer to walk to the meetings each day, use this path for a scenic walk through the college. This path will take you to and from the Reitz Union, passing Lake Alice and other sights along the way.
Distance: 1.7 Miles (2.7 km)
Estimated Time: 38 Minutes Walking
Attendees affiliated with UF Main Campus
Since parking at the meeting site is limited, UF attendees are encouraged to walk, use UF transportation, or park in near-by lots.
