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Best Western Gateway Grand

4200 NW 97th Blvd, Gainesville, FL, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
Gym
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Free Breakfast
Non-Smoking
Parking
Pool

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About this property

Best Western Gateway Grand is a 3-star hotel in Gainesville, Florida, conveniently located near the University of Florida and Shands at the University of Florida, a 15-minute drive from both. Gainesville Regional Airport is approximately 8 miles away, and the property offers complimentary airport transportation with advance reservation. Meadowbrook Golf Club is just 0.5 miles from the hotel, and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium is 8.2 miles away.

The hotel features 152 guestrooms, including 5 suites, each equipped with a refrigerator and microwave for added convenience. All rooms include complimentary wireless internet access, cable programming, and a desk with separate sitting area. Bathrooms are outfitted with shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is available upon request. Guests rate room comfort highly at 4.3 out of 5.

Gator's Den Sports Grill serves American cuisine in a themed setting with a bar and lounge, while room service is also available during limited hours. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and weekends from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM. The property features a Tuscan-style design and offers an outdoor pool, hot tub, and 24-hour fitness center. Additional amenities include complimentary wireless internet, concierge services, gift shops, and free self-parking. The hotel provides free pool cabanas and is wheelchair accessible with accessible parking, fitness facilities, and an on-site restaurant.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Pets are welcome based on availability in pet-friendly rooms, with up to 2 dogs per room at an 80-pound weight limit per pet. A pet rate of $20 per day applies, with a $100 weekly maximum. Cats and other pets may be accepted at the hotel's discretion.

Location & nearby attractions

When you stay at Best Western Gateway Grand in Gainesville, you'll be near the airport, within a 15-minute drive of University of Florida and Shands at the University of Florida. This hotel is 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Meadowbrook Golf Club.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Meadowbrook Golf Club - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Sante Fe College - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Fresenius Medical Care at Shands Lake Shore Hospital - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Micanopy Cemetery - 4 km / 2.5 mi
San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park - 3.3 km / 2.1 mi
Jonesville Tennis Center - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi
Oaks Mall - 6.2 km / 3.8 mi
North Florida Regional Medical Center - 6.3 km / 3.9 mi
Regal Royal Park - 7.2 km / 4.5 mi
Devil's Milhopper Geological State Park - 8.2 km / 5.1 mi
Spyglass Dog Park - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi
Possum Creek Dog Park - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi
Regal Royal Park - 9.4 km / 5.9 mi
Tower Road Library Branch - 9.5 km / 5.9 mi
Veterans Memorial Park - 10.3 km / 6.4 mi

The preferred airport for Best Western Gateway Grand is Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 18.4 km / 11.5 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 152 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided on request.

Dining

Complimentary breakfast.

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.

Amenities & features

Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. This Tuscan-style hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Planning an event in Gainesville? This hotel has 10000 square feet (929 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 8 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).

Getting here

Gainesville Regional Airport GNV, approx. 8 miles. We offer complimentary airport transportation with advance reservation. Taxi one-way: approx. $45.
Yes! There is an airport shuttle.
Enjoy the convenience of complimentary self-parking at our hotel. We also offer ample parking space for buses and large trucks!

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 4:00 PM - anytime
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • 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)
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.
Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 36
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 80
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • 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.
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

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

Know before you go

  • 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.
  • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
  • 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).