The Paramount Resort and Conference Center - Hotel Reviews from across the web
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No title - expert review This AAA three star hotel is located on Biven's Arm Lake & Wildlife Preserve. Nearby is the Oaks Mall, Historic Micanopy, Paynes Prairie Wildlife Reserve, and several area golf courses. Complimentary shuttle to the University of Florida, Shands Hospital, and Gainesville Regional Airport.Give yoursel... travel.away.com
No title - expert review HotelYear Built 1972 Year Remodeled 2001 Additional Property Description Once you Arrive At the Luxurious Paramount Plaza Hotel and Suites you Will Not Question Your Decision To Kick Back and Relax At This Beautiful Three Star Hotel. Located On the Shores of the Bivens Arm Lake and Wildlife Preserve... gotrump.com
No title - expert review Once you arrive at the luxurious Paramount Plaza Hotel & Suites you will not question your decision to kick back and relax at this beautiful three star hotel. Located on the shores of the Bivens Arm Lake and wildlife preserve you can observe Florida alligators in their natural environment from the s... shdweb.com
No title - expert review The Paramount Plaza Hotel and Conference Center stands out amongst the best accommodations in Gainesville, Florida. The Plaza is ideally located only minutes from the University of Florida and Shand s Hospital. Bordered by the picturesque Bivens Lake Nature Preserve the hotel offers a taste of Flori... sidestep.com
No title - expert review This AAA three star hotel has a complimentary shuttle to the University of Florida, Shands Hospital, and Gainsville Regional Airport. Give yourself the break you need and take advantage of low nightly and weekend rates. Youll relax on comfortable beds in spacious, newly renovated rooms. The Paramoun... sidestep.com
pleasant stay - user review a nice hotel right off 441 in Gainesville. everything was clean and comfortable. I would definately stay t... expedia.com
Gainesvilles Nicest Hotel - user review An older hotel with nice views, balconies, clean rooms, and very inexp... expedia.com
Good Enough for Gainesville - user review Convenient to UF, comfortable enough, appreciated the shuttle service to UF campus, decent breakfast in hotel restaurant. On the whole, good enough for Gainesville. Traveler's tip on nightlife.Hippodrome State Theater in old downtown Gainesville is a wonderful, small venue for surprisingly high qual... expedia.com
Have Stayed Three Times - user review Great location.Very quiet. Most rooms overlook small lake. Has large well maintained pool and patio. Public areas need updating but the room ... expedia.com
Paramount Plaza Hotel and Suites - user review Had one of their king suites on the corner. Large living room, with bathroom, closet, fridge/microwave area separating it from enormous bedroom with balcony overlooking the lake. Not everything was up to the standard you would expect of a chain property. However I was very comfortable. The restauran... expedia.com
It could be much better - user review I have to blame the adminstration of the hotel for not having enough staff to fo the job. A summary of my experience: 1 First day, they put me in a room with a very loud air conditioner, I had to ask to relocate. (would be much easier to fix it, because I am sure many residents had complained about ... expedia.com
Not bad for Gainesville - user review It's an older hotel, but better than most others nearby. We could not get early check in because it was a game day, but that's not unusual. The bed linens were above average. They had a shuttle to the Union a... expedia.com
It was OK - user review Stayed here when I took my son up to UF dorm check in. First time in Gainsville. That evening it was pouring rain and I locked my keys in the car. I was stressed out. Young man at front desk handed me a phone book. Luckily another employee finished with his customer and came over to help. He found a... expedia.com
Its a shame - user review The hotel is on a beautiful property that should be maximized. But the rooms are old and need work, doors missing pieces, bath tiles broken, generally in poor shape. The beds were comfortable but one lamp was broken, rugs in bad shape, etc. The breakfast buffet was good but service was terrible. You... expedia.com
You get what you pay for - user review This is a mid priced hotel and that's all you get for service and quality. Don't ask for a receipt either because they won't give you one. Hopefully, I will get reimbursed by my company based on... expedia.com
Just an OK hotel - user review We stayed at this hotel the first weekend in June to attend a graduation. Rooms need a lot of updating/uplifting. Bed was comfortable, but furniture looks like straight out of the 60's. The doors are too small for the doorway so you hear ... expedia.com
No title - user review A nice, older property that met my expectations. It's much nicer than most properties around Ga... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review A quiet and clean hotel with no frills, but balconies, which were kind of dirty and they had lights that did not turn off kind of annoying at night if you wanted to go out on the balcony. Local calls were not included and this was a problem for me, but many won't mind that. Otherwise, my stay was ni... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review As soon as you enter the hallway leading to your room it smells like wet dog. The carpet was absolutely filthy. The bedspreads were tattered and had snags throughout and again the rooms smelled like either a wet dog or pesticides. I was afraid I was going to catch a disease. This has been the worst ... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review Bungtastic... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review Friendly desk staff, convenient location with good parking and secure premises. Dated room furnishing and telephone system did not... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review Great location convenient to town, and near beautiful nature... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review Great value for my money, clean, efficient and friendly staff, enjoyed location by lake and pool/p... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review Hotel is conventionally located to the university and offers a good over all value. The door locks on the rooms and entry points to buildings do not work well, and the stains on hall ca... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review Hotel staff was very unhelpful and unfriendly. Tried to check in one hour early could not. They did not even offer to hold our bags. Hotel location was ok. Lobby was nice but the rooms were in need of a remodel. The elevator did not work and room d... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review Hotel was generally easy to locate. Front desk was open and staff was friendly. Rooms are accessible for handicap/older guests. Room was clean and everything was operational. Hallways were slightly dimly lit. Overa... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review I need complete refund or compensation. It was represented as a 3 star hotel and it deserves no stars. Terrible experience. My girlfriend who was with me is allergic to allot mold and mustin... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review I take this 2 star motel anytime. One of the best offered along FLA... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review I understand that this place was a Sheraton hotel in the past. They were wise to sell it off. It's obviously seen better days. My room and common areas were dirty & shabby. Furniture had slip covers, covers on bed and bed skirts were make shift, tattered and soiled. No way is this a 3 star establish... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review It is old and feels as such. They have done a moderate update, but still have the feel of a regular old holiday inn f... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review It sinks latterly... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review It took a half hour at the hotel to figure it... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review It used to be a 3 star hotel, but it has wear n tear, stains, dilapidation, picked up comforters, etc. Hi speed internet available, but it didn't ... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review It was okay. Smelled a bit musty and the whole place could use a good cleaning and redecorating. The comforters were very old and gross looking. We only stayed one night, which was good because I would not want to stay... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review It was perfect, we had a great stay and would stay there again if we we're to visit t... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review It's a beautiful site with an excellent staff, but the property is badly in need of new carpets, linens, and upgrades to ... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review My overall experience was great. My second day there I was a little disappointed because we checked out and checked back in and received the same room and prior to that day my daughter waste pizza on the bed spread and that ... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review My room #1309 was not a 3 star room as advertised. The hotel debited me $25. For incidentals on the day I arrived. I was told it will be refunded 4 days after checkout. ... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review Needs updating in most aspec... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review Nice physical layout (on lake), nice grounds, and great location near of, but in need of a major renovation. Bedspreads looked like rats had gnawed on them, sagging mattresses, yu... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review Okay, this place is disgusting. How it is a 3 star hotel, I have no idea. The furnishings are old, and broken for that matter. The place is dirty and dingy. The carpet is gross, like you do not want to take your shoes off. There are cigarette burns in the carpet, linens and window coverings. The cou... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review Old, decrepit, and not a 3 star hotel. Rooms, linens, and furniture are stained, worn and unacceptable. Cleaning not up to par spider webs and bugs. Walls and carpets marked and stained. Wallpaper peeling; ev... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review Overall a great experience. Nice views of a lake from me believe every room. Private balconies. Nice lobby. I woul... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review Provides a good cost/benefit at a reasonably nice loca... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review Room was not as clean as a 3 star should be. Service was ok at best. View was great... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review The hallways were long and a bit shabby, but the rooms are spacious and clean, and the beds were v. Comfortable. The walls could use some soundproofing I won't come without my earplugs again. My neighbor's alarm clock woke me. It was so loud through the wall that I thought it was something out on my... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review The hotel grounds were attractive staff was friendly and helpful. Unfortunately the weather wasn't right for enjoying the lak... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review The hotel has potential, but is not clean, smell horrible (a staff member was going through the halls spraying a deodorant mist while we were there). I did not feel safe in my room...the lock on the sliding glass door was broken, with only a safety stick to block it from opening. After reading the m... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review The hotel is separated into two buildings. I stayed in building #2, and building #2 had no service. All was ref... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review The hotel room that we stayed in needs to have a deep cleaning done. The towels smelled like old grease and were very rough. I would not recommend this ... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review The hotel was extremely nice and very clean. The only problem was the noise level in the hallway. Staff and/or guests would stand in the hallway and talk and it was like they were in your room because it was so loud. Very annoying when you need to get some sleep. I may not stay there again because o... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review The location is good the hotel is outdated but the room was clean. Would rate as a 2... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review The paramount resort and conference center in Gainesville is a better than average hotel. I laughed when I realized the reason why the curtains had been pulled was because they had holes in them! Outside of that, it's a fine hotel. It's not up to date with layout and color schemes and if that matter... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review The room was comfortable but not particularly nice, probably not to the level of a 3 star. But overall my stay was pleasant; it is fairly well maintained... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review The rooms where great the hall ways are bad. The location is... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review This hotel is an insult. I ask for nothing less than a 3 star. I drove an extra 150 miles that night to stay at a 3 star. I was afraid to get out of my car when I arrived in the area. I took pictures on my cell to send to you, I was applied had just stayed the night before in Lexington and was thril... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review This hotel is in great need of a renovation. The bedspreads were really bad, the beds very hard and the furnishings old. The bath towels are thin and old. The wall paper was peeling off the walls, and... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review This hotel should not be listed as a 3 star with the Hilton. The hotel is old and needs to be remodeled. The hallways are very dim and gloomy. I carpet in the room was v... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review This hotel was not fabulou... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review This hotel was so 'tired' that my teenage son felt it was unsafe. Although it was clearly nice 20 years ago, there was hair (not mine) in my bed and in the tub, stains on the floors, and a real sense of unease ... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review This is a very nice hotel but not a 3 star hotel. I had to get 4 keys (cards) and only one worked. This was after I had drug all my stuff inside and then had to drag it back out to my car and then go back to the desk a total of three times. They did not even have a luggage cart for you to use like m... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review This was a disappointing stay for us. No one in our party thought that the paramount deserved a 3 star rating. Another traveler in our group found a pair of dirty boxer shorts behind a chair in the room. Overall, it was not an inviting experience. The location is a strong point. Just glad I didn't p... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review Used to be my favorite hotel in this area. I still love the lake it s... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review Was not impress our expectations of the star level did not meet... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review We decided not to stay at this hotel. Our original room was at ground level. If someone stepped out of their car they could look right in our room even if the curtains were drawn. The sheer curtains in the windows had cigarette burns. The bedspreads, golden color with black threads were frayed almos... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review We had a wonderful room that had a balcony overlooking the lake. The room also had two chaise type chairs that were comfortable and relaxing. And the beds were plush and very comfortable and provided a restful nights sleep. This was our second stay at the paramount and we will definitely be back aga... mytravelguide.com
closed by everything - user review thats is good place to stay for business or leisure!... travel.yahoo.com
Welcome Back - user review I sent my staff to this hotel while they were in the area on business. The next time I had to send them back to this area they requested the same hotel. We are in the hospital... travel.yahoo.com
Modern Rooms but bad experiences with the staff - user review This hotel had a surprisingly modern interior. The rooms had an impressive modern decor (as did the entire hotel) with comfortable pillow-top mattressess. I thought the rooms wou... travel.yahoo.com
rooms ok, service needs work - user review I recall the room being clean and nicely decorated and updated, but recommend not staying on the ground floor; the ground-level room I was originally booked in was a bit dank (so m... travel.yahoo.com
Made my visit to shands hospital a pleasure - user review I spent 10 nights at the paramout during my brothers surgy and healing process.The staff and van driver were very helpful and accommodating. Food in restaurant was good but service ... travel.yahoo.com
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