3 Star Hotel

Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel

7299 Universal Boulevard, Orlando, FL - United States
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Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel
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About

Located in Orlando, Florida, this hotel offers free shuttle transportation to SeaWorld, Universal Studios Orlando and more. It features on-site dining and rooms include a flat-screen TV. The property is 14 mi from Walt Disney World The hotel features an outdoor heated pool and 2 hot tubs. Complimentary WiFi is provided for all guests. Rooms feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels. A refrigerator, coffee maker, and microwave are provided as well. Select rooms feature a sofa bed. A state-of-the-art gym, and a basketball court are also on site. The on-site Sharky & Jack’s Restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner and offers traditional American cuisine and a full-service bar. The hotel’s Shades Deli is open for all meals and features sandwiches, pizza, pastries and a variety of beverages. Best Western Orlando Gateway is located 2 mi from the Premier Outlet Mall. Orlando International Airport is 14 mi away. Please note that a buffet breakfast is available for USD 13.99 per person per night. • Please update the opening description to mention that Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel is located near Universal Epic Universe™, Universal Studios Florida™, Universal Islands of Adventure™, Universal Volcano Bay™, SeaWorld® Orlando, International Drive, and Walt Disney World® Resort. • Please update the shuttle information to say the hotel offers scheduled theme park shuttle service to Universal Orlando™ and SeaWorld® Orlando. • Please add that Disney transportation shuttle service to the EPCOT® hub is available for $5 round trip. • Please update the amenities section to include an outdoor pool, two hot tubs, seasonal cabana bar, fitness center, lighted basketball court, business center, EV charging station, attraction tickets available, and complimentary WiFi. • Please update the room description to include Smart TVs with streaming capabilities, refrigerator, coffee maker, and select rooms with a sofa bed. • Please update the dining section to say Sharky & Jack’s Bar & Grill is open for breakfast, happy hour, and dinner. • Please update the dining section to say Shades Deli offers coffee, snacks, quick bites, and grab-and-go options. • Please update the breakfast note to say a daily breakfast buffet is available at Sharky & Jack’s Bar & Grill for $16.95 per person. Suggested updated property description: Located in Orlando, Florida, Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel offers a convenient stay near Universal Epic Universe™, Universal Studios Florida™, Universal Islands of Adventure™, Universal Volcano Bay™, SeaWorld® Orlando, International Drive, and Walt Disney World® Resort. The hotel features complimentary WiFi, an outdoor pool, two hot tubs, seasonal cabana bar, fitness center, lighted basketball court, business center, EV charging station, and attraction tickets available on site. Scheduled theme park shuttle service is available to Universal Orlando™ and SeaWorld® Orlando. Disney transportation shuttle service to the EPCOT® hub is also available for $5 round trip. Guest rooms include Smart TVs with streaming capabilities, refrigerator, and coffee maker. Select rooms include a microwave. Sharky & Jack’s Bar & Grill is open for breakfast, happy hour, and dinner. Guests can enjoy a daily breakfast buffet for $16.95 per person, along with hearty favorites, refreshing drinks, and a relaxed tropical atmosphere. Shades Deli offers coffee, snacks, quick bites, and grab-and-go options. Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel is a convenient option for guests visiting Orlando’s major theme parks, attractions, dining, shopping, and entertainment areas.

Guest Rating

7.5

Good

Based on 5,683 reviews

Location Of Hotel

8.8

Hotel Cleanliness

7.6

Hotel Staff

8.6

Overall Quality

7.4
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Room Options

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2 Double Beds, Nonsmoking, Water View

323 sqft • 2 Double

Air conditioningBath or ShowerBlackout curtainsCloset

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Suite - 1 King Bed, Nonsmoking, Sofabed

323 sqft • 1 King and 1 Sofabed

Air conditioningBath or ShowerBlackout curtainsCarpeting

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1 King Bed, Nonsmoking, Water View

323 sqft • 1 King

Air conditioningBath or ShowerBlackout curtainsCloset

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Accessibility - 1 Queen, Roll-in Shower, First Floor, Nonsmoking

323 sqft • 1 Queen

Accessible roomAir conditioningBathtub grab barBlackout curtains

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2 Double Beds, Nonsmoking, Double Vanity

323 sqft • 3 Double

Air conditioningAlarm clockBalconyBath or Shower

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Guest Rating

7.5

Good

Based on 5,683 reviews

Location Of Hotel

8.8

Hotel Cleanliness

7.6

Hotel Staff

8.6

Overall Quality

7.4

Pros +

  • The heated pool was great and the beds were very comfy. the front desk was very helpful and was very pleasant.
  • Location
  • Bus to universal next door

Cons -

  • Bathroom shower could use a stronger flow and the ac unit was a bit noisy.
  • Terrible stay. Old, uncomfortable pillows and a dirty room on arrival. I woke up with red spots and was told by a hospital they were insect bites from dirty bedding. No response from the hotel. Not recommended.
  • Resturant

Top Quotes:

"Location was excellent, in close proximity to Wet n' Wild, Universal Studios and International Drive. "

"Nicely appointed."

"The staff was very friendly. "

Business Traveler (638)

Solo Traveler (914)

Traveling as Couple (2505)

Family with Young Children (3192)

Family with Teens (2)

Senior Traveler (99)

Group Traveler (867)

Total (7948)

8.0

Richard

Posted on: 4-28-2026

The heated pool was great and the beds were very comfy. the front desk was very helpful and was very pleasant.

Bathroom shower could use a stronger flow and the ac unit was a bit noisy.

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Fuad

Posted on: 12-23-2025

Location

Terrible stay. Old, uncomfortable pillows and a dirty room on arrival. I woke up with red spots and was told by a hospital they were insect bites from dirty bedding. No response from the hotel. Not recommended.

7.0

Daniel

Posted on: 10-16-2025

Bus to universal next door

Resturant

10.0

Anthony

Posted on: 9-29-2025

Right across the street from Dockside Universal Hotel that had buses running until 2am, great location if you are just going to the parks and sleeping there. If your not going to use the pool or anything else and just sleeping its perfect.

Top Amenities:

Free Internet AccessFree ParkingSwimming PoolRestaurantFitness CenterHandicapped Rooms/FacilitiesNo Smoking Rooms/FacilitiesHot tub/WhirlpoolFamily FriendlyKid Friendly
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Guest Policies

Check-in:

After 04:00 PM

Check-out:

Before 11:00 AM

Pets:

Pets are not allowed.

Important Info:

Please note that a buffet breakfast is available for USD 13.99 per person per night. Please note that hotel parking is not equipped for large trucks or trailers.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. A damage deposit of USD 100.0 is required at checkin. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of checkout via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Features & Amenities

Highlighted Amenities:

Free Internet Access
Free Parking
Swimming Pool
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Hot tub/Whirlpool
Family Friendly
Kid Friendly

Amenities & Services

Accessible rooms through interior corridor available
Facilities for disabled guests available
Family rooms
Fitness center
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Hot tub/Whirlpool
Kid-friendly dining
Microwave
Non-smoking property
Outdoor pool
Refrigerator
Restaurant(s)
Visual alarms
Wheelchair accessible

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