Best Western Gateway Grand

3.0 star property
3-star Tuscan hotel with free breakfast

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Exterior
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Lobby sitting area
Outdoor spa tub
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

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4200 NW 97th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, 32606
  • Place, Meadowbrook Golf Club
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Sante Fe College
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Fresenius Medical Care at Shands Lake Shore Hospital
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

King Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

  • 564 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

King Suite with Hot Tub

  • Sleeps 2

Mobility Accessible King Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 2

Mobility Accessible Queen and Single Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 3

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (with Sofabed)

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

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Microwave And Mini-Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4

2 Double Beds, Non-Smoking, Microwave And Mini-Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4

1 King 1 Queen, Non-Smoking, Junior Suite, Microwave And Mini-Refrigerator, Individual Pod Coffee Maker

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 3

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

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-1 King Bed, Sofabed, Sitting Area, Microwave And Mini-Refrigerator, Individual Pod Coffee Make

  • Sleeps 4

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Two King Beds Suite with Balcony

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Gainesville

Close to airport.Stay at this Gainesville hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Meadowbrook Golf Club and 2 miles (3 km) of Sante Fe College. Fresenius Medical Care at Shands Lake Shore Hospital and Micanopy Cemetery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Meadowbrook Golf Club - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sante Fe College - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Fresenius Medical Care at Shands Lake Shore Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • University of Florida - 10 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 13 min drive - 9.4 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonny's BBQ - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Best Western Gateway Grand

3-star Tuscan hotel with free breakfast
Best Western Gateway Grand offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include 8 meeting rooms, coworking spaces, and limo/town car service. Event space at this hotel measures 10000 square feet (929 square meters) and includes a conference center. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Gateway Grand. An area shuttle within 15 miles and a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are free. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Gainesville hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 152 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 10000 sq ft of conference space
  • 929 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1998
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Best Western Gateway Grand offers 152 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Gainesville hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

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 area shuttle up to 15 mi
  • Free bus station shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • 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

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bus station 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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

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

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 48 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

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include 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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, debit cards, cash, and mobile payments. Parties and events are allowed on site. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation. 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).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at Best Western Gateway Grand.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Gateway Grand to the airport?

Best Western Gateway Grand is 11.4 mi (27-min drive) away from the Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Dec 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Gateway Grand on Dec 14, 2025 start from $93.51, 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.

Does Best Western Gateway Grand have an airport shuttle?

Best Western Gateway Grand offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day, at scheduled times.

Does Best Western Gateway Grand offer free breakfast?

Best Western Gateway Grand offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western Gateway Grand?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Best Western Gateway Grand?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Best Western Gateway Grand?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western Gateway Grand have a pool?

Best Western Gateway Grand features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Best Western Gateway Grand have a restaurant?

Best Western Gateway Grand is home to Gator's Den Sports Grill, which features American cuisine and happy hour.

Does Best Western Gateway Grand have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Gateway Grand to downtown Gainesville?

Best Western Gateway Grand is 8.1 mi away from Gainesville.

Best Western Gateway Grand Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 777 out of 1349 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 308 out of 1349 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 152 out of 1349 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1349 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1349 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay at this large hotel. Bed was comfortable and room was clean. Wonderful breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

William

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room didn’t smell clean.The sink was stopped up.The water didn’t run out.The bed blanket had stains.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wouldn’t stay again, no staff, poor dining, dark,
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Great property! Breakfast was the best I’ve ever had at a Best Western.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Netanel

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we came to see the uf university and we came to the room late my son went to take a shower and the towels were ripped and the sheets of the bed had a lot of stains and on the pillows too and i don't recommend this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

amber

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First room A/C would not work only heat. They stop breakfast 15 min early and would not replenish food multiple people asking employees and they would not supply, only thing that was available was breads and other pastries. There were some old eggs dried out no one would touch. I will plan to book elsewhere in future travel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We arrived at 4 and were told the rooms weren’t ready. The bathroom in the room still had hair in the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Brant, Port Saint Lucie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed here twice before this visit. Enjoyed those stays, however this is an older hotel that does need some work and some refurbishment. The rooms are very large, which is nice however, the first room that we were put in smelled like mold and mildew. It was on the first floor. We brought it up and we were moved to the third floor and the room smelled much cleaner, however, had an ant and bug problem in the bathroom. The selling point to this property, which has brought us back has been the buffet breakfast in the morning, which is very good as far as hotel included breakfasts are concerned. The staff here is very accommodating and everyone is very nice. However, I think the next trip to Gainesville we may try a different property if renovations and pest management has not been addressed yet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Disappointing stay

Good hotel and location, but breakfast service lacked. Out of milk and not communicated while I waited for over 10 minutes. Announcement was made to the entire eating area after 15 mins of waiting that "We are out of milk!!"
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

Great staff

I stayed here to visit a family member like I do approximately once a month. Hotel is very comfortable, quiet, nice breakfast. Staff is wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good

It was comfortable and good for the money but the hotel and furniture were dated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAULA, SARASOTA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Stay went well
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elzie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very professional
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mital

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Guido

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Steven

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Bonnie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I stayed here with my husband for 2 nights. Some things we loved were: the spacious rooms. Our room included a sitting area with sofa, desk and then a separated bed area. The TV was thoughtfully placed where it was viewable from all areas of the room, including the bathroom. We also loved how quiet it was. We barely heard a peep the entire time we were there. The staff was great and we appreciated the fridge, microwave, and toiletries. Bed was super comfy, great linens and 4 nice large pillows! Also loved that the smart TV had Netflix available. The breakfast buffet was the star of the stay! We got there pretty early and everything was fresh and delicious! Some things we didn't love: We specifically booked this hotel for use of the hot tub, but found that it was luke warm, and pretty dirty, completely unusable. This was really disappointing. The room that held the toilet and shower was tiny! And impossible to open or close the door when seated on the toilet. Very awkward, especially for my 6'2 husband. *Some.towels in the pool area would be nice. Overall the room was nice for the price and id probably stay here again, but really hope they get the hot tub functioning soon, because that would be my only reason for not staying here in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mance

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vince

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Mt. Juliet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Nice checkin.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025