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Best Western Gateway Grand

3.0 star property
Suburban hotel in Gainesville with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Exterior
Reception
Outdoor spa tub
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Lobby sitting area
VIP Access

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
Near the University of Florida, Best Western Gateway Grand offers a warm welcome with breakfast buffet and happy hour at Gator's Den Sports Grill. Relax in the spa tub, unwind on the terrace or by the pool with cabanas and sun loungers.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free bus station shuttle
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center
  • 8 meeting rooms

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
The current price is $106
includes taxes & fees
$95 per night
Apr 30 - May 1

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 318 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 318 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 318 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Hot Tub | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Hot Tub

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Dining table
TV
  • 564 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

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4200 NW 97th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, 32606

What's nearby

  • Sante Fe College - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Oaks Mall - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • North Florida Regional Medical Center - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • University of Florida - 10 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 15 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 27 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free bus station shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mother's Pub North - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Best Western Gateway Grand

When you stay at Best Western Gateway Grand, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of University of Florida and Shands at the University of Florida. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Gator's Den Sports Grill, which serves American cuisine and is open for dinner. There's a free airport shuttle and a bar/lounge, and in-room conveniences at this Tuscan hotel include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 152 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
DONE

Children

    • Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 80 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
DONE

Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
    • Free bus station shuttle
DONE

Offsite

    • Free area shuttle within 15 miles
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol allowed onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Free local shuttle
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Coworking spaces
  • Conference center (10000 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1998
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Tuscan architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Accessible bus station shuttle
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Gator's Den Sports Grill - This theme restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Long-term renters welcome.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Best Western Gateway Grand?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Best Western Gateway Grand?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 80 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Best Western Gateway Grand?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Best Western Gateway Grand?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Gateway Grand?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Best Western Gateway Grand and nearby?

Best Western Gateway Grand has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as a hot tub.

Are there restaurants at or near Best Western Gateway Grand?

Yes, Gator's Den Sports Grill offers American cuisine.

What's the area around Best Western Gateway Grand like?

Best Western Gateway Grand is a short 18-minute walk from Sante Fe College and 9 minutes' walk from Meadowbrook Golf Club. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Best Western Gateway Grand Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Breakfast
Bed
Restaurant
Bathroom
Location
Food
Coffee
Lobby

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently praised for its variety and quality, with many guests enjoying the omelette station and other options. (141 reviews)
  • The pool area was clean, relaxing, and enjoyable for guests. (26 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant serves good food, has a nice atmosphere, and offers a complimentary drink to property guests. (10 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Good overnight stay, hot tub was great
Wayne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best stay for your money!

Everything was great! Clean room, good breakfast, nice hot tub and friendly staff. Definitely recommend!
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Desk staff

Pleasant desk staff
Katherine, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Everything went well great time not to busy ,had the nicest breakfast they have something for everyone .oatmeal and grits waffles biscuits and gravy sausage even omlets and so much more.. only issue was it was so
ellah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location is great for my trip
Orlando, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Joan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable stay

Great property with very friendly staff and excellent breakfast.
Cheri, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice room and the staff!
Anthony, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

nice property, convenient location
Snehal, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice place to stay. Not far from the springs.
Lynn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very Nice& quiet
Joan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay overnight along I-75

Unlike other reviews, we thought this was great! Clean bathroom, and beds were very comfy. Breakfast was amazing- omelets made to order. Didn’t use the pool but it looked clean. Good place for overnight travel for the money!
Jill, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I would book again

The young man at signin was excellent, as were the morning staff serving breakfast.
Hilton, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice to have bar and restaurant on site.
Dwight, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Tabitha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Place to Stay!! Breakfast was very good and plenty hot food!
Ann, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast, omelette bar!
Thomas, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Room for improvement.

Wheelchair accessible room overlooking the dumpster which was noisy at night. Loose hair found on the toilet seat and sheets. Toilet stopped flushing. Room was showing its age. Breakfast was good. Breakfast staff were good as was the front desk staff.
Linda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fun stay!

Lovely hotel! Beautiful lounge with excellent breakfast. Pretty pool and hot-tub.
Stephanie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quick trip to Gainesville

Nice place to stay in Gainesville. Pleasant atmosphere, friendly staff, clean rooms with comfortable beds. Decent breakfast with omelet station. Surprisingly good food at Gators Den restaurant. Quiet area convenient to interstate.
Kay, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Check in was easy, staff were friendly and efficient.
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Well maintained property and friendly staff. Breakfast options were great. And it was a very good value.
Terri, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely pleased with our stay! Friendly staff, and Wahoo Seafood across the road was a nice treat. Recommended!
Bart, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Traveling

One of the nicest BW I have stayed nice room loved the Keurig comfortable bed very quiet. Breakfast was the best with fresh omelet bar and nice variety. Outstanding friendly staff. Excellent value .
Joyce, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a stylish property for a reasonable price overnight stay. It has a Sports Bar/Restaurant attached so that’s an extra bonus
Kelly, 1-night trip