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BEST WESTERN PLUS Gateway Grand
4200 NW 97th Boulevard, Gainesville, Florida 32606-3742Phone: 352/331-3336 | Fax: 352/331-3337
Whether traveling for business or for pleasure, the exceptional BEST WESTERN PLUS Gateway Grand in Gainesville, FL offers the best of both worlds. A convenient location close to the excitement of Gainesville's best attractions with premier lodging and amenities, as well as a full-service conference center.
Centrally located in Gainesville, Florida, guests of the BEST WESTERN PLUS Gateway Grand will be minutes from the best attractions of the city. Spend an afternoon exploring High Springs or Ichetucknee State Park, seeing a show at the Hippodrome State Theatre, checking out the Florida Museum of Natural History or discovering Downtown Gainesville Historic District or Paynes Prairie State Park, the choice is yours. As one of the closer hotels near Gator Nationals, visiting sports fans can cheer for their favorite teams at nearby University of Florida, the NHRA Track or with Nations Baseball.
Guests will feel right at home at the BEST WESTERN PLUS Gateway Grand with spacious accommodations featuring cable satellite television with HBO®, high-speed Internet access and more. Wake up each morning to a complimentary continental breakfast, take a swim in our outdoor swimming pool, get your heart racing at our fitness center or relax and unwind in the hot tub after a day of exploring Gainesville. This hotel near Gainesville raceway also features the Gators Den Sports Grill with wide screen and tableside TVs.
Business guests staying at the BEST WESTERN PLUS Gateway Grand will enjoy a full business center, meeting space that can accommodate up to 300 people and a close proximity to local corporations, including FHSAA, Exactech, Moletech Power Systems and Sabine. Guests visiting students at the University of Florida, located just eight miles away will also love staying at the BEST WESTERN PLUS Gateway Grand in Gainesville.
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Local Events Worth Considering:
February 2012
7:30 pm at the Curtis M Phillips Center in Gainesville.
March 2012
7pm at the Stephen O'Connell Center in Gainesville.
A self-guided tour of Gainesville’s finest and coolest residential kitchens and outdoor spaces.
Celebrating 40 years of defying gravity, this incomparable dance company has amazed audiences. At the Curtis Phillips Center in Gainesville.
Nearby Attractions:
List All FL AttractionsBen Hill Griffin Stadium
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the University of Florida campus, is known in Gainesville and around the country as "The Swamp". The Florida Field stadium has had several improvements over the years, since its construction in 1930. The stadium honors Ben Hill Griffin Jr, a longtime supporter and fan of the Florida Gator football team.
It is widely known to be one of the toughest places for University of Florida opponents to play in all of college football. It remains the largest stadium in Florida and the eleventh largest college stadium overall. Show your Gator support by becoming one of the over 90,000 fans seated in the stadium during a college football game. Wear your blue and orange and fit right into the cheering crowd during an exciting game. Check into a quiet and comfortable Best Western guest room after the game, for a great night's rest in Gainesville.
Curtis M. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
The Curtis M. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, located on the campus of the University of Florida in Gainesville, hosts a full calendar of year-round performances. Enjoy a wide range of performances, events and programs at the center, designed to educate and reach out to the community.
One way the center reaches out to the community is through the AIM Together program. This unique partnership of the University of Florida Performing Arts and the Shands Arts in Medicine allows world-class artists to perform in healthcare facilities. The people benefiting from the performances may not otherwise have the ability or opportunity to enjoy it. Consider checking into a Best Western hotel, while visiting Gainesville, for comfortable accommodations and guest services.
Gainesville Raceway
The Gainesville Raceway, home to the NHRA Gatornationals, first opened in 1969. It was considered one of the fastest NHRA circuit tracks with drivers cruising at speeds of 260, 270 and 300mph for the first time. While visiting this Gainesville track, be sure to check out the skybox suites. At 50 feet high, they offer the best panoramic views of the track.
The track's Dragstrip schedule runs from every spring, summer and fall, so there are plenty of opportunities to watch this high-speed action in person. Several special events are also hosted at the raceway, including the Lucas Oil Division 2 Race. After a day at the raceway, check into a quiet and well-appointed Best Western guest room for a great night's rest. Enjoy your time in Gainesville.
Harn Museum of Art
Visitors to the The Harn Museum of Art enjoy strolling through the current and ongoing exhibitions, representing over 8,000 works of art. This accredited museum is located in the Cultural Plaza on the University of Florida campus in Gainesville. It is one of the largest museums affiliated with a university, in America.
Since the admission is free, visit as often as your schedule allows. The 86,000 square foot facility includes the exhibition space, museum store, auditorium, study center, storage areas and offices. Several museum tours are available including self-guided, school, preschool, focused and even the Art for Life tour for senior citizens. Rest comfortably during your visit to Gainesville, by becoming a guest of Best Western hotels.
Hippodrome State Theater
The Hippodrome State Theater presented plays and children's theater classes when it was founded in 1972. In 1979, the theater moved to the historic Federal Building location in downtown Gainesville and was restored to its current facility. In 1981, it became a State Theatre of Florida. Over 100 American, Southeastern and World premieres have been produced by the theater, since its opening.
Each year, more than 700 screenings take place in the theater as part of the Hippodrome Cinema Series. Spring and summer classes are also available for children and teens. Visit this historical Gainesville theater for a truly wonderful cultural experience. At the curtain's call, check into a Best Western guest room to enjoy comfortable accommodations and guest services.
Kanapaha Botanical Gardens
The Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, located in Gainesville, is comprised of over 60 acres and operated by the North Florida Botanical Society. Tour the Gardens to view over 20 collections of plants, including the largest bamboo display in Florida. Bring your camera to capture the giant Victoria water lilies, the herb garden and Asain snake arums. The garden's paved walkways are perfect for ease of strolling the grounds.
Be sure to visit the gift shop to browse the unique items including art and items from around the world. The Gardens also host special events throughout the year including the Spring Garden Festival and the Moonlight Walk. After a day of touring the beautiful grounds, rest comfortably with Best Western hotels. Enjoy your time in beautiful Gainesville.
Morningside Nature Center
Morningside Nature Center is one of Gainesville's best nature parks, containing a 278 acre Longleaf Pine preserve. Visit the park to see the beautiful wildflowers and diverse wildlife, including skinks, deer, box turtles, wild turkey, gopher tortoises and birds. The center hosts curriculum based enrichment programs and camps for area students throughout the year. Students learn about the life of the wetlands and ecosystem programs.
Adults enjoy the natural history seminars and Living History Farm events. Bring your hiking shoes for a pleasant walk along one of the park's seven miles of trails. Enjoy a quiet and peaceful night's rest with Best Western hotels, while traveling through Gainesville.
Newnans Lake Conservation Area
Newnans Lake Conservation Area, located east of Gainesville is comprised of over 6,500 acres. Visitors to the area enjoy hiking along the trails, fishing and canoeing in Newnans Lake, horseback riding, bicycling and picnicking. Bring along your small boat, for launching at the ramp for boating on the lake. Be sure to bring your camera to capture a picture of the fox, deer, otter and snakes that live in the area.
This northern Florida park protects the diverse wetland and upland natural communities, which helps protects the water quality within the Ocklawaha River basin. Best Western hotels provide comfortable, clean guest rooms for those traveling in this beautiful area of northern Florida.
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park
Paynes Prairie is an outdoor enthusiasts' dream. This National Natural Landmark park became the first state preserve in 1971. Located south of Gainesville, the variety of activities in the park include: fishing, bicycling, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, horseback riding and picnicking.
There are over 20 biological communities in the park, providing a perfect home to the alligators, horses, bison and birds. Stop by the visitor center to view the exhibits and enjoy the audio-visual programs. Be sure to climb the 50-foot-high observation tower for a birds-eye view of this beautiful area. After a day of exploration, rest comfortably as a guest of Best Western hotels. Have fun making memories in northern Florida.
San Felasco Hammock Preserve Park
San Felasco Hammock Preserve Park is comprised of 7,000 acres and contains 18 biological communities. Visitors to the park, located northwest of Gainesville, will see the mesic hammocks, hydric hammock, upland pine and swampland. Enjoy hiking on the park's hiking trails and keep a lookout for bobcats, gray foxes, turkeys, white-tailed deer and songbirds.
Horseback riders and bicyclists also enjoy the park's trail system. This beautiful northern Florida park contains limestone outcrops, sinkholes, ponds, steephead springs and small lakes. Enjoy a peaceful night's rest with Best Western, hotels during your Florida exploration.
