Best Western Gateway Grand

4200 North West 97th Boulevard, Gainesville, FL

Best Western Gateway Grand

4200 North West 97th Boulevard, Gainesville, FL

www.gatewaygrand.com

Capacity: 350 people

About Best Western Gateway Grand

From board meetings and conferences to social events and weddings, trust the Best Western Gateway Grand Hotel and Conference Center to make your event stress-free and unforgettable. We offer more than 8,000 square feet of versatile meeting and event space, full planning and catering services and, of course, quality accommodations for any out-of-town attendees.

Event Pricing

Daily Rental Rate

Attendees: 0-350 | Deposit is Required | Pricing is for all event types

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Attendees: 0-350 | $150 - $1,500 /event
Pricing for all event types

$150 - $1,500

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Last Updated: 1/16/2023

Event Spaces

Springhills Ballroom

Maximum Capacity: 350
General Event Space

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Springhills Ballroom

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General Event Space | Maximum Capacity: 350

The Springhills Ballroom is the largest event space at the Gateway Grand. With nearly 4,000 square feet of space and a maximum capacity of about 300 guests, the possibilities are endless! The room also features an airwall that can split the space in two right down the middle, great for creating separate break out spaces or utilizing one smaller, more intimate room with the same great ballroom feel. Ceiling-mounted projectors and sound system are easily accessible for our guests use. Rental items such as stage risers and a dancefloor are customizable and available for placement anywhere in the room you'd prefer. Located just outside the ballroom, our Prefunction Hallway is the perfect welcome center for those attending your event. We're sure you'll be pleased to be hosting your next occasion in our Springhills Ballroom.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 270 People

Classroom - 18"
Capacity: 200 People

Conference
Capacity: 210 People

Reception
Capacity: 200 People

Theater
Capacity: 350 People

U-Shape
Capacity: 70 People

Amenities

Dance Floor
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Cross Creek Ballroom

Maximum Capacity: 80
General Event Space

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Cross Creek Ballroom

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General Event Space | Maximum Capacity: 80

The Cross Creek Junior Ballroom features a private entrance, lots of natural lighting, and direct access to our on-site restaurant if desired. It's perfect for smaller gatherings of up to 80 guests - whether celebrating banquet style or offering educational classes/seminars. A ceiling-mounted projector and sound system are easily accessible for our guests use. Rental items such as stage risers, flipcharts, and whiteboards are available to make your seminars as comprehensible as possible. We're sure you'll enjoy your next occasion in our Cross Creek Junior Ballroom.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 80 People

Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 80 People

Classroom - 18"
Capacity: 56 People

Conference
Capacity: 30 People

Reception
Capacity: 80 People

Theater
Capacity: 80 People

U-Shape
Capacity: 30 People

Amenities

Dance Floor
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Edgewood Boardroom

Maximum Capacity: 10
Fixed Board Room

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Edgewood Boardroom

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Fixed Board Room | Maximum Capacity: 10

The Edgewood Boardroom combines professionalism and comfort in one perfect meeting space. With luxurious seating for up to 10 guests at the conference table, we have space for your whole team. The room features a tv monitor and drop-down projection screen, ready for any presentation. We're confident you'll stay cozy and productive in the Edgewood Boardroom.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Conference
Capacity: 10 People

Amenities

Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Magnolia Boardroom

Maximum Capacity: 8
Fixed Board Room

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Magnolia Boardroom

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Fixed Board Room | Maximum Capacity: 8

The Magnolia Boardroom combines professionalism and comfort in one perfect meeting space. With luxurious seating for up to 8 guests at the conference table, we have space for your whole team. The room features a tv monitor with HDMI or smart-cast abilities, ready for any presentation. We're confident you'll stay cozy and productive in the Magnolia Boardroom.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Conference
Capacity: 8 People

Amenities

Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

San Felasco

Maximum Capacity: 50
General Event Space

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San Felasco

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General Event Space | Maximum Capacity: 50

The San Felasco meeting room is the perfect space for a small, social gathering or as a breakout space for your conference. A drop-down projection screen in centrally located for any presentation. It's an identical twin to the Santa Fe meeting room which makes these spaces widely available and budget- friendly.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 40 People

Classroom - 18"
Capacity: 33 People

Conference
Capacity: 20 People

Reception
Capacity: 50 People

Theater
Capacity: 50 People

U-Shape
Capacity: 20 People

Amenities

Dance Floor
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Sante Fe

Maximum Capacity: 50
General Event Space

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Sante Fe

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General Event Space | Maximum Capacity: 50

The Santa Fe meeting room is the perfect space for a small, social gathering or as a breakout space for your conference. A drop-down projection screen in centrally located for any presentation. It's an identical twin to the San Felasco meeting room which makes these spaces widely available and budget- friendly.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 40 People

Classroom - 18"
Capacity: 33 People

Conference
Capacity: 20 People

Reception
Capacity: 50 People

Theater
Capacity: 50 People

U-Shape
Capacity: 20 People

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Features

Continental Mezzanine

Maximum Capacity: 100
General Event Space

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Continental Mezzanine

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General Event Space | Maximum Capacity: 100

The Continental Mezzanine is a flexible event space in the heart of the hotel. Just beyond the lobby and before you step out to our luxurious Poolside Deck, the room's floor-to-ceiling windows allow in a ton of warm, natural lighting. It is best suited for early afternoon to evening events, as it is where our acclaimed breakfast is served to our hotel guests in the morning. Pair it with rental of our Poolside Deck to offer the ultimate resort-style gathering for your guests.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Reception
Capacity: 100 People

Amenities

Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Poolside Deck

Maximum Capacity: 100
Outdoor Venue

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Poolside Deck

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Outdoor Venue | Maximum Capacity: 100

Our outdoor Poolside Deck wraps around our vast pool and hot tub area of the hotel. The deck has lounging chairs near the pool and tables with seats beneath tropical cabanas. Our team is happy to set up the Poolside Deck to your preferences - inclusive of buffets and full-service bars. Make your next event extraordinary by hosting it poolside!

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Reception
Capacity: 100 People

Amenities

Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Gators Den Sports Grill

Restaurant/Lounge

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Gators Den Sports Grill

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Restaurant/Lounge

This incredibly unique restaurant features hard wood floors, comfy tables & seating, and a relaxing bar with a small town community feel. Known for repeat guests, delicious drinks, great food and great conversation! Voted as the number one restaurant in Gainesville from Tripadvisor. This space can be rented for events and small gatherings.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Amenities

Full Bar/Lounge
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Recommendations

95th Birthday Celebration - An Eventective User

I had a 95th Birthday Party for my Mom and from the time I stepped in to the Best Western Gateway Grand on the very first day until the night we left after the party was the best experience I’ve ever had! It couldn’t have gone any better. The staff I worked with was phenomenal! They were perfect to work with and the night of the party they couldn’t have been more attentive. The food was really delicious too!! I had so many comments from my guest who attended the party how great they were. I would highly recommend this Venue for hosting an event.

Great Place for an Event! - An Eventective User

Just had our work holiday/Christmas party at this venue and had a wonderful time. Worked with Tracey and Sherri regarding the details and they were very helpful and responsive. The room was a decent size and the food was pretty good. I would definitely recommend this venue as it was also at a good price. Thank you very much!

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Venue Types

Amenities

ADA/ACA Accessible
Full Bar/Lounge
On-Site Catering Service
Outdoor Function Area
Outdoor Pool
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Max Number of People for an Event: 350
Number of Event/Function Spaces: 8
Total Meeting Room Space (Square Feet): 8,000
Year Renovated: 2017

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