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Best Western Gateway Grand

3.0 star property
Tuscan-style hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and outdoor pool

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Reception
Suite, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub (Living Room;with Sofabed)
Lobby sitting area
Exterior
Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
The current price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb

Explore the area

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

Room options

King Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Dining table
TV
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

King Suite with Hot Tub

  • Sleeps 2

Mobility Accessible King Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 2

Mobility Accessible Queen and Single Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 3

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (with Sofabed)

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

Suite, 1 King Bed (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Combined shower/bathtub, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Combined shower/bathtub, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Microwave And Mini-Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4

2 Double Beds, Non-Smoking, Microwave And Mini-Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4

1 King 1 Queen, Non-Smoking, Junior Suite, Microwave And Mini-Refrigerator, Individual Pod Coffee Maker

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 3

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

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-1 King Bed, Sofabed, Sitting Area, Microwave And Mini-Refrigerator, Individual Pod Coffee Make

  • Sleeps 4

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Two King Beds Suite with Balcony

  • Sleeps 4

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About the area

Gainesville

At Best Western Gateway Grand you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Sante Fe College and Meadowbrook Golf Club. Highlights at this Tuscan hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a complimentary breakfast. .The theme restaurant, Gator's Den Sports Grill, serves American cuisine and is open for dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, Hot tub, free pool cabanas and pool loungers. 10000 square feet (929 square metres) of event facilities include 8 meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include coworking space. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Gainesville hotel include University of Florida and Shands at the University of Florida.

What's nearby

  • Meadowbrook Golf Club - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sante Fe College - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Fresenius Medical Care at Shands Lake Shore Hospital - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • University of Florida - 11 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 14 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Best Western Gateway Grand

Tuscan-style hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and outdoor pool
Best Western Gateway Grand offers its guests an outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include 8 meeting rooms and coworking spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 10000 square feet (929 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Gateway Grand. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). Self parking is free.

This 3-star Gainesville hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 152 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 10000 sq ft of conference space
  • 929 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1998
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Best Western Gateway Grand offers 152 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit 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 an iron/ironing board and fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

  • Cot (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 centre (10,000 square foot 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
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lift
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tuscan architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (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

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: USD 28.13 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 112.50 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 16.88 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 28.13 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD112.50 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 16.88 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, debit cards, cash and mobile payments. Parties and events are allowed on site. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western Gateway Grand?

Yep, Best Western Gateway Grand has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Gateway Grand?

As of 7 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Gateway Grand on 16 Feb 2026 start from NZ$177.19, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Best Western Gateway Grand have a pool?

Best Western Gateway Grand has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying in a complimentary pool cabana and under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Best Western Gateway Grand?

Best Western Gateway Grand features an outdoor pool, free pool cabanas and 1 hot tub.

Is Best Western Gateway Grand family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and laundry facilities, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Best Western Gateway Grand is a hit with families.

Does Best Western Gateway Grand serve breakfast?

Yeah, visitors give a thumbs up to the free buffet brekkie here! Served weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Gateway Grand?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Best Western Gateway Grand?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Gateway Grand?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Best Western Gateway Grand?

There isn't one on site, but Meadowbrook Golf Club is a short 9-minute walk away.

Best Western Gateway Grand Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 829 out of 1413 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 315 out of 1413 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 157 out of 1413 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 1413 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1413 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful place to stay, very friendly staff, clean and quiet, and breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Enjoyed the omelette station.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Keith, Lake Alfred

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This entire property needs to be updated. I don't know how old it is but it has seen better days. I would not stay there again and I can not recommend it. Way to expensive for what you get.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Omelet station great. Love the outside area with the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dalton

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rosanna, Pembroke pines

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Only one towel for a double occupancy room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, spacious, comfortable and handicap accessible. The staff are friendly, very polite and professional. The breakfast buffet was excellent! Kudos to the hotel manager Josh!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rokaya

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
some towels were dirty, spacious room but it need upgrade. Tissue box was almost empty and no extra was available
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

patricia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room and bed was not very clean. I got a bad spider bite as well. Not good experience this time. Usually better
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was great, breakfast selection was not. Bring your own pillows if you can.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean from the lobby to the guest rooms. The custom made omelette for breakfast is one of our favorites!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

DUKE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was ok. Cleaning could be better. Staff was Friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles, Tallahassee

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything was nice. The hotel just needs updating.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and service room service was fairly priced and a good amount of food and the room was very clean the breakfast was great and they have someone make the omelets fresh in front of you I couldn’t leave a full star because I didn’t explore all the options so I can’t attest to the quality but what I did see was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

LeRoy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always consistently good experiences.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey Page

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Francis

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor quality facilities and room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025