Gateway Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel in Petersburg with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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16905 Parkdale Road, Petersburg, VA, 23805
  • Virginia State University
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Rogers Stadium
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Virginia Motorsports Park
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Petersburg

Gateway Inn places you within a 15-minute drive of Petersburg National Battlefield Park and Old Blandford Church. This hotel has 90 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Dogwood Trace Golf Course - 15 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • Virginia State University - 17 min drive - 15.0 miles
  • Southpark Mall - 18 min drive - 16.0 miles
  • Rogers Stadium - 18 min drive - 15.6 miles
  • Virginia Motorsports Park - 25 min drive - 22.8 miles

Getting around

  • Petersburg Station - 17 min drive
  • Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Arriero Mexican Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Nanny's Restaurant & Catering - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Huddle House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shaker's Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Reed's Restaurant and Lounge - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Gateway Inn

Hotel in Petersburg with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of Gateway Inn enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and coffee in a common area. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. This hotel also has laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch LED TVs with cable channels. Coffee makers, free local calls, and hair dryers are other standard amenities.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

More

  • 2 floors

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 1 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Econo South Petersburg
Econo Lodge South Hotel Petersburg
Econo Lodge South Petersburg
Econo South
Gateway Inn Petersburg
Gateway Inn Hotel
Gateway Inn Petersburg
Gateway Inn Hotel Petersburg

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Gateway Inn?

Gateway Inn provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

Will I be able to park at Gateway Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Gateway Inn include a casino?

No, Gateway Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Gateway Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Gateway Inn?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk plus some guestrooms include courtyard views.

Does Gateway Inn have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Gateway Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Gateway Inn offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Gateway Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Gateway Inn for a fee of USD 10 per pet, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Gateway Inn?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Gateway Inn?

The closest major airport to Gateway Inn is Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC), which is about 29.7 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Gateway Inn?

No, at Gateway Inn, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Gateway Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 168 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
ok...clean................................................................................................................................................................................................
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The rooms are spacious but they need to be cleaned better. need to use some lysol or other cleaner for deodorizing or air out rooms that have not been used for a while
Stayed 14 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marie A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gateway Inn was just what I was looking for

Comfortable, quiet, and clean. Good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

2/10 Terrible

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Horrible

So bad I did not take shower. Slept with 1 eye open
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

6/10 Okay

LBM, Petersburg VA

The place is under new management & staff was helpful. It needs improvements but the bed was comfortable. The price was right for a quick sleep on a long trip. My room smelled a bit like it had been closed up for a long time. I hope they continue with making it what it once was.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean, right next to 95, easy check in,

Family of four, two parents two kids, we needed a place for 1 night close to 95 so we could continue our drive north. Location could not be better - get off the highway, its right there, get right back on the highway. No drama, no traffic. To be frank, some of the comments on this place made me nervous for cleanliness, but those must have been old because our room was spotless when we came in, clean sheets, etc. The beds were pretty comfortable for a motel, but not luxurious. Check-in was easy. One guy, but he knew what he was dong and processed us easily and quickly. Breakfast from 7 to 9am. Cereal, muffins, bread, coffee, orange juice. Nothing fancy, totally as advertised.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
About what I expected for the price. Nothing fancy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Jessie

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

4/10 Poor

Jimmy

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dingy motel stop.

Making a stop to rest. No restaurant in area. Had to travel about 5 miles to closest restaurant. Everything in motel looked dingy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Charles

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

Dustin, Wichita, KS

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Small room, scary bathroom

The room was the smallest motel room I can recall every having stayed in. The bed was comfortable and the AC worked well. The outer bathroom seems to have been redone recently, but the inner bathroom was very old and leaky. I would pass on this motel unless the location is just right for your purposes.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

2/10 Terrible

jason, Charleston wv

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Triple charged me and BED BUGS!!! STAY AWAY!!!

Horrible hotel stay away!!!! They triple charged me for my room and still havnt been reimbursed. I pre paid through hotels.con and when I arrived the night attendant assured me I didn't pre pay and he then double charged me for my room plus the pre paid. I've had to dispute through my bank because they would not refund me. Stay away!!!! And then the Bed bugs. Was bitten all night and noticed when I woke up. Horrible horrible horrible hotel.

6/10 Okay

C.O.

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Everything just seemed small. The toilet was very low to the floor and I just recently had knee surgery so it was hard to sit. The beds were low to the floor. The towels and washcloths were dingy and not bright white. The toilet was also stained.

2/10 Terrible

Chrissie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very dirty. Very outdated

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My child woke up with a swollen eye

I would not recommend a dog. Mold. Beds nasty. Disgusting!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Headstone55, Ottawa, ON CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great sleep for a quick stay

I love motels, mainly because you get to park right outside your room and they are usually larger and quieter than the big hotels. The Gateway Inn is no exception. Don't expect frills or it to be fancy, just a good, comfortable & quiet sleep for a great price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Never Again

After driving over 10 hours, we needed to stop. After booking we showed up to hotel, the desk person was not friendly at all. Would not give us extra towels saying room has towels. Room was dirty and heat was not working properly. Set at high 90 it was barely keeping the room warm. Thank God it wasn't freezing out. If we weren't so tired, we would of left. Bathroom was filthy looking, we didn't even shower here. Big sign saying under new management, but with their customer service i don't see how they will last long. Beware.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Brian, Melbourne Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Comfortable stopover

Clean basic accommodation with quiet location, easy access from I95 and useful amenities such as microwave, mini-fridge, coffee maker. Excellent friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

2/10 Terrible

yunqing

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

terrible

worst experience ever had, heating did not working well and the room is cold the bathroom is not clean

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

never again

requires cleaning, less than basic service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Excellent!!

Great motel!! One of the best I've stayed at. The only downfall is that is doesn't have a fridge.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017