Best Western Orlando Gateway
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Hotel Overview
Perfect Spot
Short distance to Universal Studios, Wet and Wild and other amusements parks.
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Ramoefus
- Nov 26, 2012
very nice
it was a great hotel for the price. i would stay here again. it was prfect and clean
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kdaniels
- Aug 24, 2012
Renovated property with free shuttles and Wi-Fi
The Best Western Orlando Gateway hotel targets budget and business travelers en route to Orlando theme parks, the Orange County Convention Center and area malls and outlets. The 303-room property upgraded its space after a $2 million renovation, with deluxe, leisure, mini suites and poolside rooms sporting tropical décor and sleek 37-inch plasma TVs. Free Wi-Fi, free scheduled shuttle service to Universal Studios, plus free accommodations for children under 18 extends value to parents.
Highlights
- Universal Studios Partner hotel with kids-under-18 stay free with paying adult policy
- Free Wi-Fi
- Close to Wet N' Wild water park
- Heated pool, fitness center, tennis and basketball courts
- Free scheduled shuttle service to Universal Studios, CityWalk, Islands of Adventure and SeaWorld
Rooms
Value-priced rooms handle the standards, from free Wi-Fi to 37-inch plasma TVs. Red comforters top white sheets on plush mattresses and coordinate with palm-printed armchairs. Guests of the Best Western Orlando Gateway hotel who book pool rooms have direct access to the sundeck via sliding glass doors. Suites and leisure rooms throw in a mini-refrigerator and microwave, must-haves when traveling during extended stays.
Features
The Best Western Orlando Gateway hotel, which earned AAA's 3-Diamond rating, dangles plenty of incentives for a comfortable stay. Guests hop aboard the free scheduled shuttles to Universal Studios, CityWalk, Islands of Adventure and SeaWorld or take the I-Ride Trolley to International Drive, Orlando's popular dining, shopping and attractions nerve center or arrange shuttle rides to Disney World for a fee. Enterprise Rental Car also operates an office in the hotel should visitors want to do a little more exploring.
When the side trips are complete, guests head to Caribbean restaurant Sharky & Jack's Bar & Grill, a New York-style deli or the poolside cabana bar -- open seasonally -- for bites and drinks.
Transportation
- Orlando International Airport (9.6 mi/15.4)
- Orange County Convention Center (2 mi/3.2 km)
Attractions
- Walt Disney World (8.6 mi/13.8 km)
- Universal's Islands of Adventure (1.2 mi/1.9 km)
- The Wizarding World of Harry Potter (1.2 mi/1.9 km)
- SeaWorld Adventure Park (3.5 mi/5.6 km)
- Wet N' Wild (0.2 mi/0.3 km)
- The Florida Mall (3.8 mi/6.2 km)
- Downtown Disney (7 mi/11.3 km)
- Epcot (7.7 mi/12.5 km)
- Animal Kingdom (11.1 mi/17.8 km)
Business
- 2,442 square feet of meeting space for up to 100 guests
- Catering
- Audio/visual equipment
- Technical support available through outside vendors
Best Western Orlando Gateway Rooms
- DELUXE - GUEST_ROOM
- Deluxe Guest Rooms
Our deluxe guest rooms represent one of the best values of any Orlando hotel. The tropically appointed guest rooms feature two double beds and the following amenities;
FREE high speed internet access and voice mail
Coffee/tea maker with coffee and tea
Iron and full size ironing board
Hair dryer
Remote-controlled TV with Super Nintendo games
E.S.P.N, CNN, movie channels and on Demand movies
Handicap accessible rooms available upon request - SUPERIOR - GUEST_ROOM
- Leisure Guest Rooms
Our Leisure guest rooms add a microwave & mini fridge for your convenience. The tropically appointed guest rooms feature 2 double beds and the following amenities;
FREE high speed internet access and voice mail
Limited number of king beds available.
Microwave & Mini fridge
Coffee/tea maker with coffee and tea
Iron and full size ironing board
Hair dryer
Remote-controlled TV with Super Nintendo games
E.S.P.N, CNN, movie channels and on Demand movies
Handicap accessible rooms available upon request
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Universal Studios resort area, International Drive resort area.
- Nearby airports
- Orlando International Airport is 10 miles east.
- Area description
- Within 4 miles of the hotel you will find Universal Orlando, Islands of Adventure,
Wet-n-wild, Sea World, the Orlando-Orange County Convention Center, the Mall
at Millenia, the Holy Land Experience, Prime Outlet shopping, dinner theaters, night
clubs, golf courses and much more. We are 10 miles from the Orlando International
Airport (MCO), the Walt Disney World Resort and Disneys Wide World of Sports.
Daytona Beach, Port Canaveral and Kennedy Space Center are about an hours drive.
Nearby points of interest
- Skyventure: 0.4 mi
- Malibu Grand Prix: 0.7 mi
- Guinness World of Records: 0.8 mi
- Ripley's Believe It Or Not: 0.9 mi
- Universal Islands of Adventure: 1 mi
- Universal Studios Florida: 1 mi
- Universal Studios Escape: 1.2 mi
- Movie Rider: 1.2 mi
- King Henry's Feast: 1.6 mi
- Trainland: 1.7 mi
- Wonderworks: 1.8 mi
- Seaworld Orlando: 3.2 mi
- Sea World Adventure Park: 3.5 mi
- TD Waterhouse Centre: 7.9 mi
- Gatorland: 7.9 mi
- Skyventure: 0.4 mi
- Malibu Grand Prix: 0.7 mi
- Guinness World of Records: 0.8 mi
- Ripley's Believe It Or Not: 0.9 mi
- Universal Islands of Adventure: 1 mi
- Universal Studios Florida: 1 mi
- Universal Studios Escape: 1.2 mi
- Movie Rider: 1.2 mi
- King Henry's Feast: 1.6 mi
- Trainland: 1.7 mi
- Wonderworks: 1.8 mi
- Seaworld Orlando: 3.2 mi
- Sea World Adventure Park: 3.5 mi
- TD Waterhouse Centre: 7.9 mi
- Gatorland: 7.9 mi
- John Young Planetarium: 9.2 mi
- Loch Haven Park: 9.6 mi
- Orange County Historical Museum: 9.8 mi
- Orlando Museum of Art: 9.9 mi
- Lake Whippoorwill Speedway: 14.2 mi
Amenities
- Business center
- Conference facilities
- Fitness center
- FREE parking
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
- Health club
- High-speed internet
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Pets allowed
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Wireless internet
Dining
- Sharky & Jacks Restaurant and Lounge
- Located on property, open for breakfast & dinner. Full service Bar opens at 5:00 and serves finger foods as well as full meals.
- Shades Deli
- On property. Open from 7am to midnight. Barneys coffee, Bores Head meets, pastries, salads and Pizza.
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- 2,500 sq feet of flexible meeting space. Up to 100 people.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1600
- Check-out:
- 1100
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (158)
Ratings and reviews for Best Western Orlando Gateway
- All travelers (158) 3.5 / 5
- Business (12) 3.4 / 5
- Couples (41) 3.5 / 5
- Families (78) 3.4 / 5
- Friends (19) 3.8 / 5
- Singles (6) 3 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.7
- Room cleanliness:
- 3.8
- Hotel staff:
- 4.1
- Room comfort:
- 3.8
- Location:
- 4.3
- Value:
- 3.8
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Ramoefus
Perfect Spot
Short distance to Universal Studios, Wet and Wild and other amusements parks.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
batis500
Great location but nothing fancy
This hotel is in a great location to the parks but could use a face lift. Everything in rooms seems older and in need of an update.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Bradenton Matt
Convenient Lodging
Overall its a good experience. The hotel needs some updating though. The restroom had several broken tiles and peeling paint. They have a good low pet fee and its not limited to just ankle biters. The hotel is less than five minutes from Universal which is nice!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 2
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
So close to Universal Resort
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Kro222
Good Value Stay
The staff at the front desk was fantastic. The hotel had water problems in (3) of the (7) days that we stayed there. The cleaning staff did not make up our room one day. We have stayed there a couple of other times ,still good value even with our problems.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
kdaniels
very nice
it was a great hotel for the price. i would stay here again. it was prfect and clean
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
close
Reviewer score
Would recommend
best mon
last minute getaway
great hotel.great price. perfect location,close to everything.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Mary43
Ok hotel!
Hotel was ok but could improve a lot of stuff..we had issues with the A/C that were not fixed, restaurant and deli store need better customer service. Otherwise, was a good hotel for the price.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Lots of restaurant to choose from
Reviewer score
Would recommend
bja11
Short Trip
Great place to stay if you are planning on spending time at Universal Studios or the Islands of Adventures.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Kelly968
Great Stay
I was impressed with the front desk staff..friendly and efficient! The woman (Sonja) who does the shuttle passes is fast and very helpful.The food at the resteraunt is so/so...we were hungry so it did the job,but not alot to choose from on the menu. Somewhat dissapointing for the cost of the meals. The Deli was ok..can't really complain except it was pricey! Great service though.. Our room was clean and we had a fantastic view of Universal Islands of Adventure and Wet&Wild. Pool was awesome...very clean!I would definitly stay here again! I would recommend to this hotel!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
If you go to Universal Studios or Islands of Adventure go early.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Alberto and Jaqui
Average
Good place to sleep after a long day at the parks.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4