Best Western Gateway Grand

Overview
4200 NW 97th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32606 United States
near Exit 390 on I-75 (~0.4mi)
Near Fresenius Medical Care at Shands Lake Shore Hospital
Call to book 1-800-219-2797
Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871
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The Best Western Gateway Grand in Gainesville offers a variety of amenities including a bar/lounge, parking, gym, airport shuttle, pool, restaurant, spa, WiFi/Internet, pet friendly rooms, laundry facilities, non-smoking rooms, breakfast, air conditioning, 24/7 front desk, business center, and meeting rooms.

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Highlights
Free WiFi
Free buffet breakfast
Free RV, bus, truck parking
Fitness facilities
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5.0
30-Jan-2026
"The hotel was very clean people were very friendly"

The hotel was very nice. They have a restaurant right there. The workers were very friendly and helpful. At breakfast they have a gentleman making omelets.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jan 29 to Fri Jan 30 2026 at a $106.99 average nightly rate.
4.0
13-Jan-2026
"Great stay at Best Western"

Had a wonderful time at the Best Western in Gainsville Florida. Staff was amazing and very attentive, took care of our needs. They were wonderful with the Women Veterans Expo. Food and drinks were great! Loved the whole experience.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jan 10 to Sun Jan 11 2026 at a $140.25 average nightly rate.
5.0
01-Oct-2025
"Always a pleasure."

Staff is friendly and helpful. Clean room with a very comfortable bed.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Wed Oct 01 to Thu Oct 02 2025 at a $109.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
29-Sep-2025
"Clean and accommodating."

Thank you for another excellent stay.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sun Sep 28 to Mon Sep 29 2025 at a $109.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
31-Aug-2025
"Wonderful Experience"

The hotel is clean the staff is friendly and professional and the breakfast is excellent, I highly recommend Best Western Gateway Grand in Gainesville.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sun Aug 31 to Mon Sep 01 2025 at a $109.99 average nightly rate.
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Check-In 4:00 PM - anytime

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2018

Floors: 3

Rooms: 152

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 152

Handicap Rooms: 8

Suites: 5

Room Windows: Windows Don't Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 10

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 1.0 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site

Nightly Parking: 0.00

Total Taxes: 12.50%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: Individual reservations: cancel by 4:00 pm 24 hours prior to arrival to avoid charges. Please note: during periods of peak demand or special event, cancellation policies are subject to change

Check-In Instructions:

  • 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
  • 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)
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Change of bed sheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Check In: 4:00 PM - anytime
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Coin laundry on site
  • Concierge services
  • Conference center
  • Conference space
  • Conference space size (feet) - 10000
  • Conference space size (meters) - 929
  • Coworking spaces
  • Daily
  • Elevator
  • Events/parties allowed
  • Fitness facilities
  • Free RV, bus, truck parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Free airport transportation
  • Free breakfast
  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Free self parking
  • Games
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Golfing nearby
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Housekeeping on request
  • LGBTQIA+ friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Multilingual staff
  • No accessible shuttle
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of hot tubs - 1
  • Number of meeting rooms - 8
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Off-street parking
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 36
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 80
  • Pets allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Reception hall
  • Recycling
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Smoke-free property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Television in common areas
  • Uncovered parking
  • Vending machine
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Water dispenser
  • Wedding services
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs available on site

The hotel is certified "Florida Green Hotel" 2022

Start your day with our delightful Hot American Breakfast buffet! Enjoy a variety of delicious options, including a customizable omelet station and a fun build-your-own waffle bar, served daily from 6 AM to 9 AM, and extended to 10 AM on weekends and holidays. Plus, our 24-hour coffee bar is always available to keep you refreshed and energized around the clock!

Enjoy the convenience of complimentary self-parking at our hotel. We also offer ample parking space for buses and large trucks!

Stay connected with our complimentary Wi-Fi available throughout the entire hotel, including guestrooms, meeting spaces, and all public areas. Enjoy seamless internet access wherever you are!

Contactless check-out is available

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

Essential workers only - NO

Cashless transactions are available

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18 brands, including: Best Western, Best Western Plus, and Best Western Premier

Best Western offers exceptional value with great amenities including free breakfast, high-speed internet, local calls, and lond distance access. Convenient computer room in the lobby area perfect for copy and fax services, and even printing out boarding passes, maps, etc.

Best Western Plus offers upgraded bath amenities, an in-room mini-fridge, and a spacious work desk. Fitness room, laundry room, and business center also available. Free breakfast, high-speed internet, local calls, and long distance access

Best Western Premier gives guests the highest quality amenties, furnishings, and decor with personalized guest services. All rooms have a safe, mini-fridge, free high-speed internet access, free local and long distance calls, and an LCD or Plasma TV with HD channels. On-site dining, fitness room, business center, snack shop, and meeting rooms

The Best Western Hotels highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Day 1

Breakfast Bagels & Noodles: A local favorite for breakfast with a variety of bagels and noodle dishes. Located 2 miles from the hotel.
Lunch Satchel's Pizza: Known for their unique pizza creations and funky atmosphere. Located 3 miles from the hotel.
Dinner The Top: A popular rooftop restaurant with a diverse menu and live music. Located 4 miles from the hotel.
Activity Kanapaha Botanical Gardens: Explore beautiful gardens with over 24 major collections and a bamboo forest. Located 6 miles from the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast The Flying Biscuit Cafe: A popular spot for Southern-style breakfast with fluffy biscuits and creative dishes. Located 3 miles from the hotel.
Lunch The Swamp Restaurant: A classic sports bar and grill serving American fare and local favorites. Located 2 miles from the hotel.
Dinner Dragonfly Sushi & Sake Company: Enjoy delicious sushi and Japanese cuisine in a trendy setting. Located 5 miles from the hotel.
Activity Florida Museum of Natural History: Discover exhibits on Florida's diverse ecosystems, fossils, and cultural history. Located 4 miles from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast Metro Diner: A popular diner serving hearty breakfast dishes and comfort food classics. Located 3 miles from the hotel.
Lunch Mi Apá Latin Café: Enjoy authentic Latin American cuisine with a variety of flavorful dishes. Located 4 miles from the hotel.
Dinner Embers Wood Grill: A steakhouse offering a variety of grilled meats and seafood in an upscale setting. Located 7 miles from the hotel.
Activity Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park: Explore a unique ecosystem with diverse wildlife, hiking trails, and scenic views. Located 10 miles from the hotel.

FAQs about Best Western Gateway Grand

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM - anytime based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Best Western Gateway Grand have?

There are 152 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Best Western Gateway Grand?

Yes, they have 10 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Best Western Gateway Grand?

Start your day with our delightful Hot American Breakfast buffet! Enjoy a variety of delicious options, including a customizable omelet station and a fun build-your-own waffle bar, served daily from 6 AM to 9 AM, and extended to 10 AM on weekends and holidays. Plus, our 24-hour coffee bar is always available to keep you refreshed and energized around the clock!

What parking is available at Best Western Gateway Grand?

Enjoy the convenience of complimentary self-parking at our hotel. We also offer ample parking space for buses and large trucks!

How much does internet cost?

Stay connected with our complimentary Wi-Fi available throughout the entire hotel, including guestrooms, meeting spaces, and all public areas. Enjoy seamless internet access wherever you are!

Is there a gym at Best Western Gateway Grand?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Best Western Gateway Grand?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Enjoy our Outdoor Pool and Hot Tub! Open daily from 8 AM to 10 PM. Dive in and relax!

Is Best Western Gateway Grand pet friendly?

Yes, pets are 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 $25.00 per day with a $75.00 per week maximum.

Is there shuttle service at Best Western Gateway Grand?

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

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Best Western Gateway Grand

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Best Western Gateway Grand.

Feel free to use the Best Western Gateway Grand meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Gainesville event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Springhills Ballroom
78 x 50 x 12 • 3930 sqft.
Banquet
270/--
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
227
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
200
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
94
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
70
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
94
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
25/--
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
350
Theater Layout
Reception
300
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Ballroom
Floor Level:Ground Level
Power Outlets:10
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?Yes
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Cross Creek Ballroom
75 x 49 x 11 • 1500 sqft.
Banquet
80/--
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
50
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
66
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
32
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
30
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
80
Theater Layout
Reception
100
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:Ground Level
Power Outlets:4
Columns:2
Windows:8
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?Yes
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
San Felasco
24 x 26 x 10 • 649 sqft.
Banquet
50/--
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
36
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
33
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
20
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
20
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
50
Theater Layout
Reception
50
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:Ground Level
Power Outlets:4
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Santa Fe
24 x 26 x 10 • 649 sqft.
Banquet
50/--
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
36
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
33
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
20
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
20
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
50
Theater Layout
Reception
50
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:Ground Level
Power Outlets:4
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Springhills Ballroom East
39 x 50 x 12 • 1969 sqft.
Banquet
128/--
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
114
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
105
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
45
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
150
Theater Layout
Reception
150
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Ballroom Section
Floor Level:Ground Level
Power Outlets:4
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?Yes
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Springhills Ballroom West
39 x 50 x 12 • 1969 sqft.
Banquet
128/--
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
114
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
105
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
45
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
150
Theater Layout
Reception
150
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Ballroom Section
Floor Level:Ground Level
Power Outlets:4
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Pre-function area
72 x 15 x 13 • 1080 sqft.
Convention
20/--
Convention Booth Layout
Reception
100
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist. Desk
25
Registration Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Lobby
Floor Level:Ground Level
Power Outlets:10
Windows:5
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Continental Mezzanine
51 x 30 x 16 • 1545 sqft.
Reception
100
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist. Desk
4
Registration Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Mezzanine
Floor Level:Ground Level
Power Outlets:9
Columns:4
Windows:5
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Edgewood Board Room
14 x 25 x 8 • 357 sqft.
Boardroom
10
Boardroom Meeting Space
Room Details
Room Type:Boardroom
Floor Level:1
Power Outlets:4
Windows:1
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?Yes
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Magnolia Boardroom
15 x 16 x 8 • 269 sqft.
Boardroom
8
Boardroom Meeting Space
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
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