Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel

3.0 star property

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Relax by the pool surrounded by lounge chairs and sunbeds.
Step into Sharky & Jack's Bar & Grill, where a welcoming entrance sets the tone for a cozy dining experience.
Two large beds with white linens and a throw blanket, a desk, and a window with blinds.
Enjoy a city view from the large window, relax on the sofa, and unwind with a ceiling fan above.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a curved island counter and ample storage.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
7299 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32819
  • Universal Orlando Resort
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Universal’s Volcano Bay
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Universal Studios Florida
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Patio, Poolside

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (1st Floor)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (View)

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Orlando

With a stay at Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel in Orlando (Florida Center), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Universal Studios Florida and 7 minutes from Aquatica. .This family-friendly hotel is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Florida Mall and 7.4 mi (12 km) from Camping World Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Universal Orlando Resort - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • CoCo Key Water Resort - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Universal’s Volcano Bay - 1 min drive - 1.0 km
  • Universal Studios Florida - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • SeaWorld® Orlando - 6 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Orlando Station - 15 min drive
  • Sand Lake Road Station - 23 min drive
  • Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dockside's Pier 8 Market - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Wave Maker’s Pool Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sunset Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Mineiro Brazilian Steakhouse - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel

Family-friendly hotel with 2 hot tubs and a fitness center
Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel offers 298 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

2 hot tubs are on site along with an outdoor pool. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.
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).
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.
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.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Sharky & Jack's Bar&Grill - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Sharky & Jacks Bar &Grill - This bar specializes in American cuisine. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 17.56 for adults and USD 12.24 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Sharky & Jack's Bar&Grill
  • Sharky & Jacks Bar &Grill

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 2,550 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Handrails in stairways (81 centimetre high)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (97 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

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
Oversized vehicles are not permitted.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 22.5 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach loungers
  • Business center/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness center access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Hot tub access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 17.56 for adults and USD 12.24 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 22.5 per day

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 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

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1110 out of 2316 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 500 out of 2316 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 295 out of 2316 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 173 out of 2316 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 238 out of 2316 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great besides the timeshare guy in the lobby
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay here every weekend my best hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Dorlando

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josimar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfec
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place ….soon
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

DANILO

Travelled with family
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Emily

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Efrain

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The experience we had thanks to IVO was simply unforgettable. From the first moment, his smile brightened our day after a long trip. He greeted us with a warmth and dedication that you don't see every day; it was like coming home. His patience, attention to detail, and positive energy not only made the check-in process seamless, but also made us feel valued and special. People like him don't just represent a company—they elevate it. Thank you so much for making our trip magical from the very beginning! Gracias!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Diane, Naples

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Close to Universal Studios. Staff were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I loved staying in the hotel I loved the pool and seeing my children having fun but there was a problem that the tv wasn’t working also the light but thank you for your service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Bryony

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Bryony

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No ac. No house keeping service. No hot water. Elevators quit working.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like the location best. Then the room was clean and the bed were super comfortable. Breakfast was superb
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Drakari

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Galilee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a very friendly environment, everyone it’s amazing and the rooms are always clean. Love the atmosphere and it’s accesible to lots of dinning options walking distance and the cleaning staff was so sweet and helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

kristina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025