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Best Western Gateway Grand

3.0 star property
American cuisine and happy hour await with garden views at Gator's Den Sports Grill, while an outdoor pool and complimentary airport shuttle enhance the stay.

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Located near the University of Florida, Best Western Gateway Grand welcomes travelers with a breakfast buffet each morning. Enjoy happy hour at Gator's Den Sports Grill, then relax in the spa tub, on the terrace, or by the pool with cabanas and sun loungers for comfort.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle

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

  • 52 sq m
  • 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)

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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

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

About the neighborhood

Located in Gainesville, Best Western Gateway Grand is in the suburbs and near the airport. Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History and Florida Museum of Natural History are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Oaks Mall and Haile Village Center. Kanapaha Botanical Gardens and Haile Village Playground are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Gainesville travel guide
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4200 NW 97th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, 32606

What's nearby

  • A distant view of The University of Florida in the morning
    University of Florida
    14 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
    Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
    18 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • 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

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
  • McDonald's
    16 min walk
  • Zaxby's Chicken Fingers And Buffalo Wings
    5 min drive

About this property

Best Western Gateway Grand

Hotel near University of Florida
Consider a stay at Best Western Gateway Grand and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site American cuisine theme restaurant, Gator's Den Sports Grill, features happy hour and dinner. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a bar and a 24-hour gym.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with free cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A gift shop, laundry services, and a ballroom
  • A water dispenser, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 152 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Eco-friendly toiletries, shower/tub combinations, and hair dryers
  • 42-inch TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

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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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 28.13 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 112.50 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 16.88 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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)

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Gateway Grand have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Best Western Gateway Grand pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 28.13 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

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

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Best Western Gateway Grand provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Best Western Gateway Grand located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Meadowbrook Golf Club and Sante Fe College. Fresenius Medical Care at Shands Lake Shore Hospital and Micanopy Cemetery are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Best Western Gateway Grand Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 866 out of 1454 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 1454 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 1454 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 1454 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1454 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kassi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, and a good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

letisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel! The staff were super kind and helpful. Great amenities, great gym, and the breakfast was awesome! I'll definitely stay here when I come to Gainesville again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property. Excellent breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location next to I-75 Large rooms great facilities Good breakfast Personnel friendly and knowledgeable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One night only, but very nice rooms. Staff was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Though I only stayed over one night, the staff was friendly, the room was spacious and clean and the breakfast was superior.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty hotel. Good breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The omlet chef at breakfast made me want to stay here forever
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Britney

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

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bob and Joe were excellent staff Ali g with all housekeeping services.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and spacious. Breakfast was very good. The staff was very polite, courteous and helpful. Nice sports bar/restaurant on property as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice breakfast and clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing breakfast and omlet station. However, I would not stay here if you are visiting University of florida. I booked this place because it was in Gainesville and yet it took 22 minutes to get to the dorm
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Hope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Love the accommodations and friendly ataff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful place to stay, very friendly staff, clean and quiet, and breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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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
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent breakfast buffet
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Racheal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best hotel I’ve been to. Excellent service and rooms are extremely clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire hotel was super clean. The staff were all very helpful and friendly. Best hotel that I have been to in a long time. Highly recommend a stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill

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
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Best Western Gateway was beautiful inside and out, staff very kind, Clean, near the main road -Perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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