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Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel

7299 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL, US
3.0Good
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Non-Smoking
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About this property

Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel is a 3-star property located in Orlando, Florida, positioned in the Florida Center area just 4 minutes by car from Universal Studios Florida and 7 minutes from Aquatica. The hotel places guests within convenient reach of major attractions, with Orlando International Airport 10 miles away and the Florida Mall 4.7 miles distant.

The hotel offers 298 air-conditioned rooms, including 18 suites, each equipped with a 40-inch LED television, refrigerator, and complimentary wireless internet. Rooms feature private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, safes, desks, and phones with free local calls. iPod docking stations provide additional entertainment options. Guest comfort ratings average 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Dining options include Sharky & Jack's Bar & Grill, which serves American cuisine and operates a bar/lounge, along with a coffee shop/cafe and poolside bar. Complimentary buffet breakfast is available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee. The property features two hot tubs, one outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Additional amenities include concierge services, gift shops, laundry facilities, a business center with 2,550 square feet of conference space across 2 meeting rooms, and a theme park shuttle available for a surcharge. Free self-parking and an electric car charging station are available. The hotel is smoke-free and wheelchair accessible throughout, with accessible parking, pool facilities, and meeting spaces.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and extends until 2:00 AM, with standard checkout at 11:00 AM. Service animals are welcome. A car is recommended for exploring the wider Orlando area.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel in Orlando (Florida Center), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Universal Studios Florida and 7 minutes from Aquatica. This family-friendly hotel is 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Florida Mall and 7.4 mi (12 km) from Camping World Stadium.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Pirate's Dinner Adventure - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
IFly Orlando - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Titanic the Experience - 1 km / 0.6 mi
CoCo Key Water Resort - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
ICON Park - 1.7 km / 1 mi
Sleuth's Mystery Dinner Show - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Universal CityWalk - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Fun Spot America - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
The Orlando Eye - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Orlando Outlet Marketplace - 2 km / 1.2 mi
Ripley's Believe It or Not - 2 km / 1.2 mi
Madame Tussauds - 2 km / 1.2 mi
SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium - 2 km / 1.3 mi
Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Shoppers World Shopping Center - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi

The nearest airports are:
Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 26.2 km / 16.3 mi
Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway) - 33.1 km / 20.6 mi
Orlando Sanford Intl. Airport (SFB) - 56.6 km / 35.2 mi

The preferred airport for Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel is Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO).

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 298 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and iPod docking stations. 40-inch LED televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.

Dining

Satisfy your appetite with American cuisine at Sharky & Jack's Bar&Grill, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Amenities & features

Dip into one of the 2 hot tubs or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. If you're planning a day at a nearby theme park, you can hop on the shuttle (surcharge).
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Orlando? This hotel has 2550 square feet (237 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 2 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.

Getting here

Orlando International Airport 10 miles, Sanford-Orlando International Airport 38 miles
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
  • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, 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)
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Oversized vehicles are not permitted.
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Only registered service animals are permitted.
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.
  • Resort fee: USD 15.75 per accommodation, per night
  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15.96 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 22.5 per day<

Know before you go

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • 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 recommended for transportation to and from this property.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).