There are two general classes of location accommodations:<\/p>\n
Biggest difference between the two options: rental houses have kitchens and nearly all have washer\/dryer. There are often more options for drying gear or backyard BBQing. Shared houses offer an opportunity to socialize with your teammates or other divers. Pricing is similar on a per person basis.<\/p>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n You may contact the hotel directly to book.<\/p>\n Locally-Owned Hotels – Economy<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n High Springs Country Inn<\/b><\/a> BlueGem Motel<\/b><\/a> Rustic Inn<\/a><\/b> Local “National Brand” Hotels – Economy<\/strong><\/span> Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Alachua<\/a><\/b> Quality Inn, Alachua<\/a><\/b> Travelodge, Alachua<\/a><\/b> Local High-Quality Bed & Breakfast<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Grady House Bed and Breakfast<\/a><\/b> Nearby City “National Brand” Hotels – Various Quality Levels<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n We recommend students in GUE course try to stay as close to High Springs (or Alachua) as possible, to minimize drive times during busy class days.<\/p>\n Gainesville: South of High Springs – <\/b>If\u00a0you’re flying into Orlando, Tampa or Gainesville<\/p>\n If High Springs area lodging is not available, or you prefer a different brand, there are a ton of options in Gainesville, the most convenient location is near the intersection of Archer Rd and I-75, tons of well-known national-brand hotels there. This puts you 25-30 mins South of the Dive Center.<\/p>\n Lake City: North of High Springs – <\/b>If\u00a0you’re flying into Jacksonville or driving to FL from another state<\/p>\n If High Springs area lodging is not available, or you prefer a different brand, there are many options in Lake City, well-known national-brand hotels. This puts you 40 mins North of the Dive Center. Lake City is a smaller city than Gainesville.<\/p>\n To Florida page<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Local Accommodations in the High Springs Area There are two general classes of location accommodations: Publically Available: Hotels, Motels, and B&Bs — see below Rental Houses: Available by invitation-only to Wet Rocks Diving’s clients. These vary in availability. Some are … Continue reading
\nLocal High Springs Hotels, Motels and Bed & Breakfasts<\/h2>\n
\n19663 US-441, High Springs, FL 32643
\n(386) 454-1565
\nAcross from the High Springs Diner
\nApprox $65\/night (pre-COVID)
\nVery basic; a cave diver favorite.<\/p>\n
\n19544 US-441, High Springs, FL 32643
\n(386) 454-1701
\nIn the same location as the Cadillac, but new owners and mostly renovated
\nApprox $(needs updating)\/night
\nVery basic; a cave diver favorite.<\/p>\n
\n15529 NW State Road 45 High Springs, FL 32643
\n(386) 454-1223
\n2 miles from dive center
\nDepending on room\/dates $89-129\/night (pre-COVID)
\nA touch nicer than the Country Inn, continental breakfast included, almost a B&B feel.<\/p>\n
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\nI -75 at Exit 399
\n16367 NW 167th Blvd, Alachua, FL 32615
\n(386) 518-6777
\n$90-140\/night (pre-COVID)
\nBrand new in 2018<\/strong>
\n10 minutes from dive center.<\/p>\n
\nI -75 at Exit 399
\n15960 NW US Hwy 441, Alachua, FL 32615
\n(386) 462-2244
\n$75-99\/night (pre-COVID)
\n10 minutes from dive center.<\/p>\n
\nI -75 at Exit 399
\n15920 NW US Hwy 441, Alachua, FL 32615
\n(386) 462-2414
\n$60-99\/night (pre-COVID)
\n10 minutes from dive center.<\/p>\n
\n24042 W. US Hwy 27, High Springs, FL 32643
\n(386) 454-2206
\nRooms start at $150\/night (pre-COVID)
\nThis is a beautifully restored and maintained antique house, includes gourmet breakfast, 1 mile from the dive center.<\/p>\n