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Best Western Gateway Grand

3.0 star property
Tuscan-style hotel with free breakfast and free airport shuttle

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Exterior
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, free pool cabanas
Lobby sitting area
Reception
Outdoor spa tub
Located near the University of Florida, Best Western Gateway Grand welcomes travelers with a breakfast buffet each morning. Enjoy happy hour at Gator's Den Sports Grill, then relax in the spa tub, on the terrace, or by the pool with cabanas and sun loungers for comfort.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

The current price is RM395
RM445 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct

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Room options

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

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

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 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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

Suite, 1 King Bed (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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

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

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

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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
Fan
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 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

Highlights

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

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

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
4200 NW 97th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, 32606

What's nearby

  • Sante Fe College - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • North Florida Regional Medical Center - 5 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Oaks Mall - 5 min drive - 7.5 km
  • University of Florida - 10 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 13 min drive - 14.7 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sonny's BBQ - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Best Western Gateway Grand

Hotel near University of Florida
Consider a stay at Best Western Gateway Grand and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a free return airport shuttle and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site American cuisine theme restaurant, Gator's Den Sports Grill, features happy hour and dinner. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in reception and a bar.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with free cabanas, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Limo/town car service, smoke-free property and a front desk safe
  • Coffee/tea in reception, a ballroom and games
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 152 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Eco-friendly toiletries, shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • 42-inch TVs with Netflix, streaming services and cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and fridges

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Exterior

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  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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includes taxes & fees
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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 area shuttle up to 15 miles
  • Free bus station shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry 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

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (10,000 square foot of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bus station 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
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • 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 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 36 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on 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.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 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
Long-term renters welcome
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)

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
Alcohol is not permitted at this property
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Gateway Grand have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

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

As of 18 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Gateway Grand on 26 Oct 2025 start from RM 395.15, excluding 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.

Is Best Western Gateway Grand pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 36 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Best Western Gateway Grand?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Gateway Grand?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Best Western Gateway Grand?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Best Western Gateway Grand provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Best Western Gateway Grand located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Meadowbrook Golf Club and Sante Fe College. Fresenius Medical Care at Shands Lake Shore Hospital and Micanopy Cemetery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Best Western Gateway Grand Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 755 out of 1326 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 303 out of 1326 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 1326 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 1326 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1326 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, good rates, great breakfast omelets.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best breakfast of all the motels I’ve been to
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with the best included breakfast. Wish they had some EV chargers.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to I-75. Outdoor pool was nice and the customer service was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Great property! Breakfast was the best I’ve ever had at a Best Western.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great would recommend to anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience, just as I had expected.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

VICTOR

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, I like the design
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant was Fantastic
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Nice checkin.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ebony

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

8/10 Good

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful facility and grounds
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ursula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is wonderful, I will come back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shambria

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the nicest best western we have stayed at. I highly recommend staying here. It’s very clean and nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
We stay here every time we're on the road to South Florida. Excellent staff and a great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Francis

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor quality facilities and room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Antonio

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent hot breakfast , some areas could use remodeling!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Very good complimentary breakfast with omelet station. AC unit was very loud.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
My stay was perfect until about 10 minutes before leaving. I have the do not disturb sign out. And housekeeping walked in. 10 minutes earlier than that and they would have walked in on me naked!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Friendly staff and great location for our needs. Hotel is a little old, but still nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wouldn’t stay again, no staff, poor dining, dark,
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025