Best Western Gateway Grand

3.0 star property
Suburban hotel in Gainesville with outdoor pool and restaurant
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Best Western Gateway Grand

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Hot Tub | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Bar (on property)
Lobby sitting area

Overview of Best Western Gateway Grand

8.6 out of 10 Fabulous
8.6/10 Fabulous

Property highlights

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
The price is $101
Price available on 10/1/2023
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4200 NW 97th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, 32606
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Free bus station shuttle
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • Room service
  • 24-hour business center
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area

Room options

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 318 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 318 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 318 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Hot Tub

  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

  • 564 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

About this area

What's nearby

  • University of Florida - 10 min drive
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 15 min drive
  • Shands at the University of Florida - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 22 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Free bus station shuttle

Restaurants

  • CYM Coffee Co. - 6 min drive
  • Piesano's Stone Fired Pizza - 8 min drive
  • La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant - 16 min walk
  • Fuji Sushi - 9 min drive
  • Blue Highway a Pizzeria- Tioga - 9 min drive

About this property

Best Western Gateway Grand

Best Western Gateway Grand puts you within a 10-minute drive of University of Florida and features a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Gator's Den Sports Grill, which serves American cuisine and is open for dinner. A bar/lounge and a 24-hour fitness center are offered, and in-room conveniences at this Tuscan hotel include refrigerators and microwaves. The overall property condition and breakfast get good marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Property is disinfected using an electrostatic sprayer
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Guest accommodations are sealed after cleaning
Follows standard cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Follows industry cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA), COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC), and Ecolab (3rd party expert - Global)

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 48 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place
Contactless room service is available

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks available
Masks are required at the property
Hand sanitizer provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
Individually-wrapped food options available
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 152 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 4 PM - anytime
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

  • Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 80 lbs per pet)*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Specific rooms only*

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet access in rooms

Parking

  • Free uncovered onsite self parking
  • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Transfers

  • Free airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
  • Free bus station shuttle

Offsite

  • Free area shuttle within 15 miles
  • Free shopping center shuttle

Other information

  • Smoke-free property
  • No alcohol allowed onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Free local shuttle
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Coworking spaces
  • Conference center (10000 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1998
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (select rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Gator's Den Sports Grill - This theme restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from January to December

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

The property is cleaned and disinfected using an electrostatic sprayer; disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F; guestroom doors are sealed after cleaning.

Personal protective equipment, including masks, will be available to guests.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; contactless room service is available; masks are required in public areas.

Contactless check-out is available.

Enhanced food service safety measures are in place.

Individually-wrapped food options are available.

Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 48 hours between bookings.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of:

  • SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)
  • Ecolab (3rd party expert - Global)

Policies

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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Long-term renters welcome.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Best Western Gateway Grand?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, social distancing measures are in place, and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Gateway Grand?
As of Sep 24, 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Gateway Grand on Oct 1, 2023 start from $101, 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 there a pool at Best Western Gateway Grand?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Best Western Gateway Grand?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 80 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Best Western Gateway Grand?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Best Western Gateway Grand?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Gateway Grand?
You can check in from 4 PM - anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Best Western Gateway Grand and nearby?
Best Western Gateway Grand has an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and a spa tub, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Best Western Gateway Grand?
Yes, Gator's Den Sports Grill offers American cuisine.
What's the area around Best Western Gateway Grand like?
Best Western Gateway Grand is a short 18-minute walk from Sante Fe College and 9 minutes' walk from Meadowbrook Golf Club.

Reviews

8.6

Fabulous

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Jasmine, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

mike, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Leydyluz, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
I love this hotel. The staff is always super friendly and the rooms are fresh and clean.I enjoy the breakfast buffet. There is also an omelet table where the staff makes a fresh omelet with fillings of your choice.
Valencia, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Gina, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Nicw place to stay on the road.
Elke, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Everything was nice. We especially enjoyed the omelet bar each morning.
Marc, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Birthday Celebration
We were extremely surprised with the accommodations. We come to this area often and this is the 1st time we stayed at the Best Western. It was my husband’s Birthday and a welcomed surprise to have the accommodation exceed our expectations. We will definitely stay again.
Wanda, 1-night trip