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Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway

3.0 star property

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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4303 Commerce Road, Richmond, VA, 23234
  • Place, James River
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Broad Street
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Virginia Commonwealth University
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a table, and artwork on the walls.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

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

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

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Executive Room, Wi-Fi, Sofabed, Microwave And Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Separate Bedroom, Sofabed, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Accessible-1 King, Mobility Accessible, Communication Assistance, Bathtub, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Accessible-2 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Communication Assistance, Bathtub, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Accessible-1 King, Mobility Accessible, Communication Assistance, Roll In Shower, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Accessible-Suite 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Communication Assistance, Bathtub, Separate Bedroom, Sofabed, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Richmond

Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway places you within a 10-minute drive of popular sights such as Virginia Commonwealth University and The National. This 167-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • James River - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Broad Street - 8 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Virginia Commonwealth University - 10 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Greater Richmond Convention Center - 10 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • University of Richmond - 25 min drive - 18.7 miles

Getting around

  • Richmond Main Street Station - 9 min drive
  • Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway

At Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway, guests have access to a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Free parking is included with your stay. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Additional amenities include conference space, a 24-hour business center, and a seasonal outdoor pool.
50-inch Smart TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Victory Bar & Grill

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 3,778 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • 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 bathtub
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from August 29 to May 30:
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day:
  • Bar/lounge

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.
  • 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).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The seasonal pool is open from May 25 to September 07.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • 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.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Bells
Holiday Inn Bells Hotel
Holiday Inn Bells Hotel Richmond South Road
Holiday Inn Richmond South City Gateway Hotel
Holiday Inn Richmond South-Bells Road Hotel Richmond
Holiday Inn Richmond South Bells Road Hotel
Holiday Inn Bells Road Hotel
Holiday Inn Bells Road
Holiday Inn Richmond South City Gateway
Premier Richmond City Gateway
Holiday Inn Richmond South City Gateway
Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway Hotel
Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway Richmond
Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway Hotel Richmond

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway?

This hotel is located in Richmond, close to Broad Street, James River, and Shockoe Slip. You'll also find Dorey Park and Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront nearby.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway?

As of May 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway on May 27, 2026 start from $132, 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.

Will I be able to park at Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway?

Yes, extended and self parking are offered for free at the hotel. Free RV/bus/truck parking and wheelchair-accessible van parking are also available for guests.

Does Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway include a casino on the premises?

No, Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool will be open from May 25 until September 07.

Is Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include premium bedding, a smart TV, and free wired internet.

Are there hot tubs at Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway?

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

Does Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway serves free full breakfasts at Victory Bar & Grill each morning.

Will Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway?

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

What is the closest airport to Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway?

The closest major airport to Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway is Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC), which is 12.1 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway.

Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 480 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 88 out of 1007 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Julian

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff Clogged shower No house cleaning in the morning
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was nice, hotel, and room were clean. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Ken

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Room was very clean and comfortable. Will definitely stay here next time I’m in Richmond!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Larry

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean. Bed was super comfy. Easy access to I95. Attached restaurant was so convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Khaled

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Meghann

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marty

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didnt make it to breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Lula

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The rooms weren't clean. I changed rooms twice, and both were horrible. Hand prints on the bed headboard, stains on the sheets, and dried urine on the floor around the toilet
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Matilda

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms were renovated but not fully. Stains on walls, old bathroom fixtures, worn furniture. Breakfast selection was limited.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thelma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, variety of breakfast options.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was just what I needed after two days of driving. Very comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff is very helpful and accommodating. The hotel was quiet and conviently located. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jaron

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable bed. Staff nice. Restaurant was ok. No real other food options in close proximity.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a very nice place to stay. Staff and facilities were greqt
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

makeze

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

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