Best Western Gateway Grand

3.0 star property

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Reception
Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Lobby sitting area
Suite, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub (Living Room;with Sofabed) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
$100
$89 nightly
$100 total
Total with taxes and fees
May 10 - May 11

Explore the area

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4200 NW 97th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, 32606
  • Place, Meadowbrook Golf Club
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Sante Fe College
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Fresenius Medical Care at Shands Lake Shore Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

  • 564 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (with Sofabed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub (Living Room;with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Gainesville

When you stay at Best Western Gateway Grand in Gainesville, you'll be near the airport, within a 15-minute drive of University of Florida and Shands at the University of Florida. .This hotel is 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Meadowbrook Golf Club.

What's nearby

  • Meadowbrook Golf Club - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Sante Fe College - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Fresenius Medical Care at Shands Lake Shore Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • University of Florida - 14 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 18 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers And Buffalo Wings - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Best Western Gateway Grand

Best Western Gateway Grand offers 152 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Gainesville hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 152 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. This Tuscan-style hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Enjoy American cuisine at Gator's Den Sports Grill, a theme restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Planning an event in Gainesville? This hotel has 10000 square feet (929 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 8 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
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.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Gator's Den Sports Grill

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (10,000 square feet of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • 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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1998
  • Communal living room
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Tuscan architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 28.13 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 112.50 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 16.88 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 28.13 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 112.50 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 16.88 per night

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Best Western Gateway Grand Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 865 out of 1453 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 1453 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 1453 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 1453 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1453 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. I appreciated the early check-in over my phone.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was to notch.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Etta

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was not very clean, long hairs in the tub and on the walls. Beds were SO hard; like sleeping on concrete. The breakfast was good and the location was convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

WES

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very impressed with the hotel, the cleanliness and the professionalism of the staff. I loved my visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Traveled with group
The front staff were very friendly and welcoming. The breakfast Buffett area is lovely. Good food and plenty choices. Our room was clean and quiet. Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eric Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was fast and efficient, staff was very friendly. Breakfast was on time and available when they said it would be the room was clean and good repair.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Britney

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, family friendly and staff was awesome. Will stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great Job
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All went well
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brianne

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Terris

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leland, charlotte

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, HVAC controls confusing, could not find a heavy blanket for bed, & bath area cramped.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean rooms and courteous staff. The breakfast buffet with the omelette station is amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Very friendly staff. Ease of checking in. Breakfast options with omelet station. Would highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Eliza

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
My room was not clean. Animal foot prints was on my bed and sheets and towels was not clean. The room was not vacuum. I wad able to move to another room, which was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Racheal

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice breakfast and clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026