Best Western Gateway Grand

4200 NW 97th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606 US near Exit 390 on I-75 (~0.4mi)
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3.0 Star Property Near Meadowbrook Golf Club
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  • Free RV, bus, truck parking
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Free airport transportation
  • Free breakfast
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Verified Reviews of Best Western Gateway Grand

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Clean & Pleasant"
Overall Score3.0/ 5
The room was clean. Breakfast staff was pleasant.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
08-Mar-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Mar 07 to Fri Mar 08 2024 at a $118.99 average nightly rate.
"Pleasant"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Quiet room. Pleasant check in clerk.
(Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms), from US flag
15-Jan-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Jan 14 to Mon Jan 15 2024 at a $111.99 average nightly rate.
"Very Enjoyable"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Everything was in order and we were pleased with the accommodations.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
02-Jan-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Dec 27 to Fri Dec 29 2023 at a $126.65 average nightly rate.
"Nice, comfortable room."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Nice hotel; nice and comfy room.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
31-Aug-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Aug 29 to Thu Aug 31 2023 at a $127.99 average nightly rate.
"Outstanding hotel & customer service!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Dakota and the young lady working the front desk were kind, patient and professional. Dakota made the extra effort to problem solve. Later he tracked down a lost item. The hotel is one of the nicest I've stayed in.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
10-Jul-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Jul 09 to Mon Jul 10 2023 at a $122.99 average nightly rate.
"Clean ,pet friendly, great staff, excellent breakfast buffet."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We use this hotel every time we return to Fl. From Ga. Have never had a bad experience. Would recommend to anyone.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
16-Jun-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jun 12 to Tue Jun 13 2023 at a $110.67 average nightly rate.
"Staff was outstanding and room was very comfortable. Andrea at the front desk was wonderful."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Beautiful and clean. Excellent breakfast.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
09-Jun-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jun 07 to Fri Jun 09 2023 at a $169.49 average nightly rate.
"Clean, quiet, affordable price, yummy breakfast, fun pool!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
This hotel was nice. Clean and quiet at an affordable price. The breakfast was yummy and my granddaughter had fun in the pool.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
31-May-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sun May 28 to Mon May 29 2023 at a $111.99 average nightly rate.
"The rooms are clean and comfortable. I will stay again. Stress Free"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
I always stay at this hotel when coming to Gainesville for doctor appts. Staff are the best! Breakfast is awesome. Cleanliness is outstanding. Be proud of your employees. They deserve praise!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
29-May-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Mon May 29 to Tue May 30 2023 at a $124.99 average nightly rate.
Response from Management on 05-Jun-2023:
Glad you were able enjoy your stay and leave the details to us! Our made-to-order omelet station at breakfast has surely become quite the hit with our guests. We'll pass your kind words along.
"Overall a pleasant and above average stay."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Our room was clean and beds were clean and comfortable. Staff overall were approachable and friendly. Our small pet was warmly accepted. Room was quiet even with what looked to be a full house. We will stay here again.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
28-May-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Fri May 26 to Sun May 28 2023 at a $193.99 average nightly rate.
Response from Management on 05-Jun-2023:
We often hear praise of our attentive staff and we are glad your stay with us reflected that. We'll be on the lookout for your next visit to say hello in person.
"Rooms were very clean, Good Impression"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
The staff was very polite and very helpful. They made me feel special. The room was comfortable, and I liked the layout.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
25-Feb-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Feb 19 to Thu Feb 23 2023 at a $109.65 average nightly rate.
"Will stay there again."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
clean, friendly staff, great breakfast, reasonable rates, pool and exercise room with large dog park area.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
01-Feb-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jan 30 to Tue Jan 31 2023 at a $113.46 average nightly rate.
Response from Management on 03-Feb-2023:
Thank you for choosing our wonderful Gateway Grand Best Western Gainesville for your accommodations recently. We do find many guests who love the large pool deck and the best sunsets in the area. We always look forward to exceeding your expectations and hope to see you again soon.

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Property Description

With a stay at Best Western Gateway Grand in Gainesville, you'll be near the airport, within a 10-minute drive of University of Florida and Meadowbrook Golf Club. This hotel is 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from Shands at the University of Florida and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Sante Fe College.

Enjoy American cuisine at Gator's Den Sports Grill, a theme restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 152 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and complimentary newspapers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Meadowbrook Golf Club - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Sante Fe College - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Fresenius Medical Care at Shands Lake Shore Hospital - 2 km / 1.3 mi
Micanopy Cemetery - 4 km / 2.5 mi
Oaks Mall - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi
North Florida Regional Medical Center - 6.2 km / 3.9 mi
Devil's Milhopper Geological State Park - 8.1 km / 5 mi
Regal Cinemas Royal Park Stadium 16 - 9.4 km / 5.8 mi
Kanapaha Park - 10.4 km / 6.5 mi
University of Florida - 10.7 km / 6.6 mi
Fred Bear Museum - 11.9 km / 7.4 mi
University of Florida Bat Houses - 12 km / 7.5 mi
Dogwood Park - 12.3 km / 7.7 mi
Stephen C. O'Connell Center - 12.5 km / 7.8 mi
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 13.2 km / 8.2 mi

The preferred airport for Best Western Gateway Grand is Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 18.4 km / 11.4 mi

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, limo/town car service, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Gainesville? This hotel has 10000 square feet (929 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 7 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours), and a bus station shuttle is also provided at no charge.

Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. This Tuscan-style hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Guests can get around on the complimentary shuttle, which operates within 15 miles.

Green Sustainability

The hotel is certified "Florida Green Hotel" 2022

Amenities / Features

  • Check In: 4:00 PM
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum age of oldest guest: 21
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Proposal/romance packages available
  • Free RV, bus, truck parking
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Coworking spaces
  • Number of meeting rooms - 7
  • Conference space size (meters) - 929
  • Swimming pool
  • Limo or town car service available
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of spa tubs - 1
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Free airport transportation
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Recycling
  • LED light bulbs
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Free breakfast
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Multilingual staff
  • Water dispenser
  • Conference center
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
  • Daily
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Fitness facilities
  • Games
  • Uncovered parking
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Year Built - 1998
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Total number of rooms - 152
  • Number of floors - 3
  • Professional property host/manager
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Events/parties allowed
  • Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)
  • No alcohol allowed onsite
  • Banquet hall
  • Ballroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Vending machine
  • Reception hall
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Change of bed sheets (on request)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Television in common areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Picnic area
  • Garden
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Wedding services
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • Free area shuttle
  • Off-street parking
  • Luggage storage
  • Coin laundry on site
  • Free bus station shuttle
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Outdoor seasonal pool
  • Golfing nearby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Free self parking
  • Conference space
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Terrace
  • Computer station
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • ATM/banking
  • Conference space size (feet) - 10000
  • 24-hour business center
  • Concierge services

Airport & Shuttle Information

Gainesville Regional Airport GNV, approx. 8 miles. We offer complimentary airport transportation with advance reservation. Taxi one-way: approx. $45.

Local Shuttle Info: Complimentary airport transportation and local shuttle service within a 10 mile radius of the hotel, with advance reservatioon.

Breakfast Information

Hot American Breakfast buffet, including optional omelet station (additional charge) is offered daily 6am - 9am and 6am - 10am on weekends and holidays

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 80

Only dogs and cats are allowed

Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 36

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Pets allowed

Pets allowed based on the availability of pet friendly rooms. Up to 2 dogs per room with an 80 pound weight limit. Additional pet types (cats, birds, etc) may be accepted at the hotel's discretion. Pet rate is $20.00 per day with a $100 per week maximum.

Parking Info

Complimentary parking, bus and large truck parking also available

Internet / WiFI

Complimentary wi-fi is offered throughout the hotel

Misc Fees / Policies

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • The seasonal pool will be open from January to December.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • 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.
  • This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol is not permitted at this property.
  • A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Cleaning Policies

Our “We Care Clean” program includes heightened safety and cleanliness standards.We have put in place enhanced safety practices at the front desk and in the lobby. We are minimizing your contact with personnel – streamlining check-in and check-out processes. We practice social distancing by ensuring a safe distance for interactions, and we disinfect anything you will touch – from the front desk surface to the pens you use. Every key card is disinfected and sanitized with appropriate cleaning agents. Prior to your stay, your room will be sanitized, disinfected and closely inspected. Every guest room is sanitized using an electrostatic sprayer. Every guest room high touch point will be cleaned with chemicals aimed at killing the COVID-19 virus – door handles, light switches, thermostats, desk areas, hangers, television remotes, alarm clocks, coffee makers, telephones and all bathroom fixture handles and touch points.

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff wears personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is available to guests

Masks are available to guests

Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

Social distancing measures are in place

Individually-wrapped food options are available

Gap period enforced between guest stays - 48 hours

Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

Temperature checks are available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is available

Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)

Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning

Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection

Cashless transactions are available

Masks are compulsory at the property

Contactless food service / room service is available

Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

Property follows sanitization practices of Ecolab (3rd party expert - Global)

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines We Care Clean (Best Western)

Essential workers only - NO

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

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Hotel Rate Trends at Best Western Gateway Grand

Rate fluctuations of Best Western Gateway Grand

This chart illustrates averages of sleeping room prices for both our group rates and the best online individual traveler rates our rate checker could find at the time the group/meeting offer was placed. The best group rate shown is 45.9% in August 2024 and the highest average individual rate is $339 in the month of September 2024. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Best Western Gateway Grand in a month when rates are lower.

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