Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel

A lovely fountain at the
entrance complements the landscaped grounds. The lobby is decorated in classic Floridian style -- wicker furniture and large, slow-moving  fans, and a peach and gray color scheme. The front desk, which provides free newspapers, has metal nature art
pieces hanging over it. Sharky & Jack’s Bar & Grille is
colorful, from the fun prints on the booths to the painted tropical scenery on
the walls. Multicolored chairs surround wood tables, and the buffet area has
red-and-yellow patterned tile. The bar area
also has a tropical vibe, with luminescent beer signs, aluminum siding, and
painted beach scenes. Shades Deli is more subdued, with checkered
tan tile, mid-tone chairs and tables, and low popcorn ceilings. The feel of
hustle and bustle emanates throughout the hotel, but the colors and open spaces in the lobby add a tropical vacation ambience.

The hotel is off the I-4, in an area covered with restaurants and hotels. Titanic the Experience and Pirate’s Dinner Adventure are all within walking distance, while Universal Studios, Universal CityWalk, and SeaWorld are within a 10-minute drive, and Walt Disney World is within a 12-minute drive from the hotel. The hotel's shuttle service has limited hours, so a car is necessary for visiting these sights with convenience.

Yellowish-cream-colored walls and greenish-brown
carpet give the rooms a modern look, but the light-wood furniture shows some wear. Red patterned armchairs create extra seating space, and add color. Some rooms have pool views, while others face the parking lot. All rooms come with mini-fridges, microwaves, coffeemakers, and 32-inch flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms have shower/tub combos, modern lighting, and Aquamer and Best Western toiletries.

The hotel has a large outdoor pool, and two outdoor hot tubs in fenced-off areas shielded by shrubs, there's also a sundeck with lounge chairs. The poolside cabana bar serves snacks, beers, and
cocktails, but it is open only seasonally. A basketball half court and tennis court are both lighted, and in good shape, and there is a fitness center with an array of cardio- and weight-training equipment, flat-screen TVs, and towels.

Sharky & Jack’s Bar & Grille serves burgers, salads, pastas, and breakfast. The New York-style Shades Deli serves sandwiches, pizza, pastries, and coffee, and it stays open late. The hotel offers free scheduled shuttle service to nearby attractions, but reservations must be made at least 24-hours in advance, and its hours are limited. Enterprise car rentals are on-site, and all guests receive a coupon book from the hotel. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout.