Best Western Gateway Grand Hotel and Conference Center
About
The Best Western Gateway Grand Hotel and Conference Center, located in Gainesville, Florida, is the perfect venue to host your wedding. Accommodating up to 270 guests, from ceremony to reception, our award winning culinary team and exceptional service from our banquet staff ensure a flawless event.
Facilities and Capacity
Offering nearly 10,000 square feet of flexible event space the Gateway Grand Hotel offers two separate ballrooms, two smaller, more intimate spaces, the expansive pre-function area and the continental mezzanine for wedding functions. Direct access to our event space from our large (complimentary) parking lot ensure easy in/out for guests. Our sales and catering team will coordinate your special day, ensuring a flawless delivery of your concept.
The Springhills Ballroom (3030 sqft) is the largest event space in the hotel, accommodating up to 270 guests for a sit-down lunch or dinner (without a dance floor). If a dance floor is required, the ballroom can accommodate 220 guests for sit-down meals. For a stand-up reception, the ballroom accommodates 200 guests comfortably. as it measures some 3,930 square feet in dimension. For a sit-down meal (without a dance floor) up to 270 people can be accommodated, while 220 can find room with a dance floor. As many as 350 can find room here when it is arranged in theater layout. For a cocktail reception, meanwhile, 200 people can chat, mingle, and enjoy the day together. This ballroom can be split into two different spaces - highlighting how versatile this venue is.
The Cross Creek Ballroom is the next largest venue at Best Western Gateway Grand Hotel and Conference Center. A 1,500 square-foot space, it offers ample room to be arranged according to your preferences.
The Santa Felasco (649 square feet), Edgewood Boardroom (357 square feet), and the Magnolia (269 square feet) would work well for more intimate affairs or as bridal/get-ready rooms.
Services Offered
The Best Western Gateway Grand Hotel and Conference Center offers an event planning service. This means that couples can stress less about the details involved in getting the venue ready for the big occasion.
The staff can also provide catering services (buffet, cocktail reception, dessert, family-style, plated, stations, and more). Additionally, the bartenders can provide beer, wine, and liquor. A champagne toast can also be included.
Accommodation
A variety of rooms and suites are available. For those seeking extra luxury, rooms with hot tubs are available, while for the main couple the presidential suite would surely be a fitting place to spend their first night as newlyweds.
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It's always a pleasure when I get to work at the Best Western Gateway Grand. I always know they are going to take care of my brides.

The Best Western Gateway Grand in Gainesville, FL is such an amazing wedding venue! The staff is courteous and they ensure that every detail of the wedding goes as planned. They also have several different options as far as ballroom sizing / configurations so there is something for every bride and budget!

Best Western Gateway Grand is such a great place for a wedding! It is spacious and beautiful. But I really like working with the Jorge. No matter what needs may arise, he's got them cared for! When I get there to deliver the cake, they always have the cake table ready, and everything is always beautiful!!!! And for me, that is a real treat!!!! If they treat a vendor that good, just image how awesome the honored guest are treated!!!!
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Best Western Gateway Grand Hotel and Conference Center frequently asked questions
What items and services are included in the starting site fee at Best Western Gateway Grand Hotel and Conference Center?
- Chairs
- China
- Clean Up
- Event Planning
- Flatware
- Glassware
- Linens
- Parking
- Set Up
- Tables
At Best Western Gateway Grand Hotel and Conference Center, what items and services related to wedding catering are included in the cost?
- Cake Cutting
- Dessert
- Server(s)
At Best Western Gateway Grand Hotel and Conference Center, what does the bar service starting price include?
- House Beer
- House Wine
- Limited Bar
- Open Bar
What are the most important characteristics of Best Western Gateway Grand Hotel and Conference Center in terms of venue type, style and location?
- Ballroom
- Hotel
What kind of indoor/outdoor options are available at Best Western Gateway Grand Hotel and Conference Center for wedding events?
- Indoor
- Uncovered Outdoor
- Scenic Views
What kind of wedding events does Best Western Gateway Grand Hotel and Conference Center offer?
- Ceremony
- Reception
- Bridal Shower
- Engagement Party
- Elopements
- Rehearsal Dinner
What services does Best Western Gateway Grand Hotel and Conference Center offer for wedding events?
- Accommodations
- All Inclusive Packages
- Bar Services
- Catering Services
- Clean Up
- Event Planner
- Event Rentals
- Get Ready Rooms
- Liability Insurance
- Lighting / Sound
- Outside Vendors
- Pet Friendly
- Set Up
- Wifi
What furniture and decorations does Best Western Gateway Grand Hotel and Conference Center have available for wedding events?
- Audio Equipment
- Centerpieces
- Chairs
- Chair Covers
- Dance Floor
- Decor
- Drapery
- Furniture
- Lighting
- Tables
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