Enter for a Chance to Win a $100 Credit for Your Next Stay
Share your favorite StayGainesville moment and win a $100 credit toward your next booking. The StayGainesville "Best Memory" Photo Contest celebrates the real moments that make your stay unforgettable—whether it's a family graduation weekend, a cozy getaway, a pet adventure, or exploring Gainesville's beauty.
How to Enter
Pick Your Favorite Photo — Find a picture from your stay with StayGainesville. It could be a family celebration, a sunrise from the porch, a game day gathering, a pet enjoying the backyard, or anything that made your stay memorable.
Add a Short Caption — Write 1–3 sentences telling us about the moment. What made it special? What did you love about your stay?
Submit Your Entry — Email your photo and caption to info@staygainesville.com, or share it on Instagram or Facebook and tag @StayGainesville with the hashtag #StayGainesvilleMemories.
What You'll Win
- $100 toward your next StayGainesville booking
- Featured Guest Spotlight — Your photo and story will be shared across StayGainesville's website, social media, and newsletter (with your permission)
- Bragging rights as one of StayGainesville's favorite guests
- Select honorable mentions will also be featured on social media and may receive surprise discounts on future stays
Contest Dates
- Opens: May 1, 2025
- Submission Deadline: May 31, 2025
- Winner Announced: June 7, 2025
What Kinds of Memories Are We Looking For?
Your memory doesn't have to be formal or fancy—we want real moments filled with joy, connection, and Gainesville magic. Some ideas:
- A family celebrating a University of Florida graduation together
- Friends gathered on the porch with coffee or cocktails
- A game day tailgate at one of our homes near the stadiums
- A child's first encounter with Paynes Prairie's wild horses
- A cozy night by the fireplace at Camellia Rose Mansion
- Your dog enjoying one of our pet-friendly rentals
- A sunset walk at Depot Park
- A couple's getaway downtown
Big or small, posed or candid—if it was special to you, it's perfect for this contest.
Why We're Hosting This Contest
At StayGainesville, we don't just provide places to sleep—we provide places to connect, celebrate, and create memories that last a lifetime. Your stories inspire us and help future guests see the magic of staying in a true home-away-from-home. Every photo and story shows that Gainesville is a community filled with life, milestones, and beautiful moments shared by guests like you.
Eligibility and Fine Print
- Open to all past StayGainesville guests
- Photos must be your own (taken by you, your family, or friends during your stay)
- By submitting, you give StayGainesville permission to share your photo and caption on social media, website, and marketing materials
- One entry per stay (but if you've stayed multiple times, feel free to submit more)
- Winner selection will be based on emotional connection, creativity, and overall vibe of the memory shared—it's not about being a professional photographer
Tips for a Winning Entry
- Choose a bright, well-lit photo (natural light always looks best)
- Show a little glimpse of the home or Gainesville in the background
- Include smiling faces, pets, celebration moments, or unique experiences
- Keep your caption genuine and personal—why was this moment meaningful to you?
Special Shoutout: UF 2025 Grads
If you're staying with us for UF Spring 2025 Graduation, don't forget to snap a few moments during the celebrations! Caps flying, family hugs, decorated caps—those memories are absolutely contest-worthy. StayGainesville homes are the perfect backdrop for family brunches, graduation parties, and heartfelt gatherings.
Submit Your Entry
Email your photo and caption to info@staygainesville.com, or tag @StayGainesville with #StayGainesvilleMemories on Instagram or Facebook.