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Best Western Gateway Grand

3.0 star property
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Reception
Suite, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub (Living Room;with Sofabed) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle

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4200 NW 97th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, 32606
  • Place, Meadowbrook Golf Club
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Sante Fe College
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Florida
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬
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Room options

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

  • 564 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 King Bed (with Sofabed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub (Living Room;with Sofabed) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

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

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Gainesville

Best Western Gateway Grand places you within a short walk of Meadowbrook Golf Club and within a mile (2 km) of Sante Fe College. This 152-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Meadowbrook Golf Club - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Sante Fe College - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Oaks Mall - 7 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • University of Florida - 14 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 18 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Best Western Gateway Grand

Guests staying at Best Western Gateway Grand enjoy an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking, as well as a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with concierge services and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a hot tub, a conference center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
42-inch TVs come with cable channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves. Housekeeping is available on request.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

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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 transportation

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

  • Crib (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 center (10,000 square feet 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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Tuscan architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (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 available

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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 28.13 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 112.50 per stay)
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (80 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 16.88 per night

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 28.13 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 112.50 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 16.88 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, 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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)
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Parties and events are allowed on site.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards.
  • 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:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • 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 rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Best Western Gateway Grand?

This hotel is located in Gainesville within a short 9-minute walk of Meadowbrook Golf Club. You'll also find San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park and Oaks Mall within a short drive.

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

As of May 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Gateway Grand on May 10, 2026 start from $104, 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.

Is parking available on site at Best Western Gateway Grand?

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

Does Best Western Gateway Grand include a casino at the property?

No, Best Western Gateway Grand doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Best Western Gateway Grand?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Best Western Gateway Grand?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant and an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms feature a private indoor hot tub.

Does Best Western Gateway Grand have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Best Western Gateway Grand feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Best Western Gateway Grand serves free buffet breakfast at Gator's Den Sports Grill each morning.

Does Best Western Gateway Grand allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Best Western Gateway Grand for a fee of USD 28.13 per accommodation, per night.

Does Best Western Gateway Grand have connecting rooms available?

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

How close is the airport from Best Western Gateway Grand?

The closest major airport to Best Western Gateway Grand is Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV), which is 11.5 mi away (28 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Best Western Gateway Grand?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy pool and park views.

Does Best Western Gateway Grand offer wedding services?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Best Western Gateway Grand if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Best Western Gateway Grand Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 871 out of 1465 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 315 out of 1465 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 1465 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1465 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1465 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Esteban

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Scott

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. I appreciated the early check-in over my phone.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was to notch.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Etta

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was not very clean, long hairs in the tub and on the walls. Beds were SO hard; like sleeping on concrete. The breakfast was good and the location was convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

WES

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very impressed with the hotel, the cleanliness and the professionalism of the staff. I loved my visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Traveled with group
The front staff were very friendly and welcoming. The breakfast Buffett area is lovely. Good food and plenty choices. Our room was clean and quiet. Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eric Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was fast and efficient, staff was very friendly. Breakfast was on time and available when they said it would be the room was clean and good repair.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Britney

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, family friendly and staff was awesome. Will stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great Job
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All went well
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brianne

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Terris

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leland, charlotte

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, HVAC controls confusing, could not find a heavy blanket for bed, & bath area cramped.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean rooms and courteous staff. The breakfast buffet with the omelette station is amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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