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Garner Hotel Norman - University Area by IHG

Property class: 2.5

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A rooftop pool area with two swimming pools, one with purple lighting, surrounded by lounge chairs and a covered seating area.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a television.
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a seating area with sofas and chairs, a desk with a computer, and a large TV screen.
A modern dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a counter with food options, and a kitchen in the background.
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent American flag and a sign for 'Garner by IHG'.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
$87 nightly
The current price is $99 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26

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2601 Bankers Ave, Norman, OK, 73072
  • Place, Riverwind Casino
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Oklahoma
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oklahoma City, OK (OKC-Will Rogers World)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication, Accessible Shwr)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a television.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication, Accessible Shwr)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication, Accessible Shwr)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Walk In Shower)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Bath Shower Combination)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a television, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Bath Shower Combination)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Walk In Shower)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Norman

Located in Norman, Garner Hotel Norman - University Area by IHG is in a rural location, a 1-minute drive from Riverwind Casino and 6 minutes from Sooner Mall. .This casino hotel is 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from University of Oklahoma and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from L. Dale Mitchell Baseball Park.

What's nearby

  • Riverwind Casino - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of Oklahoma - 6 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History - 8 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Lloyd Noble Center - 8 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium - 9 min drive - 6.4 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Station - 10 min drive
  • Will Rogers World Airport (OKC) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Braum's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rudy's Country Store And Bar-B-Q - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Garner Hotel Norman - University Area by IHG

Garner Hotel Norman - University Area by IHG offers 73 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and designer toiletries. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with hydromassage showerheads, and hair dryers.

This Norman hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

Make yourself at home in one of the 73 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is available. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Try your luck at the casino and enjoy other recreational amenities including a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a television in a common area. If you're ready for some gaming fun, you can hop on the complimentary casino shuttle.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Garner Hotel Norman - University Area by IHG. A complimentary full breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Norman? This hotel has 75 square feet (7 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary full breakfast is served on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free casino shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Casino
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Gaming table
  • Gym
  • Music library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Slot machine
  • Sportsbook
  • TV in common areas
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 75 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (48 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hospital bed
  • Lever door handles
  • Null
  • Portable shower seat
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2011
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Renovated entire property - May 2026
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Computer monitor
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Printer
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:30 AM to 7:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during January, February, March, April, December, and November:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 150 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per day

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 150 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, and hot tub with adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Sleep Inn Hotel Norman
Sleep Inn Norman
Sleep Inn & Suites Norman near University Hotel
Sleep Inn & Suites Norman near University Norman
Sleep Inn & Suites Norman near University Hotel Norman

Garner Hotel Norman - University Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 730 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1006 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super easy place to stay. Loved the breakfast and the hotel overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, comfy bed, great price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and staff very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent amenities and staff
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay here. The front desk employees were awesome and super helpful. The pool looked very well maintained, and the gym was very clean. Comfortable bed, clean room! Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place very clean walls are a little thin but very good location. Staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay was excellent
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean rooms and hotel in general. Staff was friendly from front desk to housekeeping. Beds and pillows were average. Great shower with good water pressure. I would for sure stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice and clean and walking distance to the casino. I loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice arrived late but the staff was very kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff. Room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice stay. Shuttle service to the casino was nicel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Newly renovated, helpful friendly staff and very clean. Wouldnt hesitate to stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice hotel for an excellent price right near Riverwind. The bed was comfortable, room was clean. The hotel appears to be well maintained. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe clean location close to the University, highway and Casino.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Okay hotel for the price
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Great overnight stay place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We has a great stay!! It was very quiet and safe. The hotel was like brand new.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place and.pet friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Front desk staff and Breakfast staff were very helpful and kind. Will come and visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic! A great surprise! Super clean, great staff - very friendly as well as helpful! GREAT air conditioning! Breakfast was a nice touch as well - as fast and easy as you’d like.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were in Norman for a 4th of July party with friends. The location was perfect, the staff were professional, friendly and extremely helpful. Loved the shuttle service to the casino. I would highly recommend the facility. Garner was clean, comfortable, noise level in room was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was spotless, staff was wonderful and it had a very nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026