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Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel - Orlando, FL

Near Universal, free shuttle

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Pool WiFi Breakfast Gym Laundry

Orlando Hotel near Universal with Free Theme Park Shuttle

Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel sits on Universal Boulevard, half a mile from Universal Orlando Resort, with a free scheduled shuttle to Universal and SeaWorld. The outdoor heated pool, two hot tubs, and lighted half-basketball court give families a place to unwind. Free WiFi, in-room microwaves, and mini fridges included.

What You Get

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A stay at Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel on Universal Blvd, half a mile from Universal Orlando Resort
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Free scheduled shuttle to Universal Orlando and SeaWorld, with reservations made at least 12 hours ahead
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Outdoor heated pool and two hot tubs on site for all guests, plus a lighted half-basketball court
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Full concierge service in the lobby to book park tickets and tours for Universal, SeaWorld, and Walt Disney World
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International Drive dining and entertainment within 1 mile, including ICON Park, Pirate's Cove, and Dezerland Park

Plan Your Stay

Amenities

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Pool
Pool
Gym
Gym
On-site dining
On-site dining
  • Pool: Outdoor heated pool with pool towels provided
  • WiFi: High-speed, free throughout hotel and all rooms
  • Breakfast: Buffet available at USD 13.99 per person per night
  • Gym: Fitness center with workout equipment
  • On-site dining: Sharky & Jack's Bar & Grill and Shades Deli on site
  • Laundry: Guest laundry facility, credit card only
  • EV charging: Electric car charging station on site
  • Accessibility features: Facilities for disabled guests available
  • Concierge: 24-hour front desk with full park-ticket concierge
  • Business center and meeting rooms: Available on site

Room Details

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Standard Room with Two Double Beds
Standard Room with Two Double Beds
King Suite
King Suite
King Room
King Room

  • Standard Room with Two Double Beds

    • Occupancy: 2x Double Bed
      • Sleeps 2 guests, maximum capacity 4 guests
      • ~30 m² (approx. 323 sq ft), Deluxe/Premium Two-Double-Bed configurations; the base Double Room with Two Double Beds runs ~26 m² (approx. 280 sq ft)
    • Room amenities: Free WiFi, Mini Fridge, Microwave, 55" Smart TV
    • Includes: Free Shuttle Service to Universal Orlando and SeaWorld, Standard room; a Premium Two Double Beds w/ Water View and a Pool Side Room with Two Double Beds are also sold by the hotel at higher tiers

  • King Suite

    • Occupancy: 1x King Bed, 1x Sofa Bed
      • Sleeps 2 guests, maximum capacity 4 guests
      • ~38 m² (approx. 409 sq ft), private suite
    • Room amenities: Wet Bar, Free WiFi, Mini Fridge, 55" Smart TV
    • Includes: Free Shuttle Service to Universal Orlando and SeaWorld, Private suite layout, separate from standard King Room

  • King Room

    • Occupancy: 1x King Bed
      • Sleeps 2 guests
      • ~30 m² (approx. 323 sq ft); a Premium King w/ Water View is also sold by the hotel at a higher tier
    • Room amenities: Free WiFi, Refrigerator, Microwave, 55" Smart TV
    • Includes: Free Shuttle Service to Universal Orlando and SeaWorld, Standard room; select-floor Premium King (incl. water view) also sold by the hotel

Getting There

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  • Nearest Airport: Orlando International (MCO) — 10 miles away
  • Distance from Orlando: 8 miles

Location Highlights

ICON Park
ICON Park
Universal Epic Universe
Universal Epic Universe

Attractions Nearby

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International Drive (1 mile) — Orlando's 11-mile tourist corridor lined with the city's biggest attractions, restaurants, and outlet shopping.
ICON Park (2 miles) — 20-acre entertainment complex anchored by the 400-foot Orlando Eye observation wheel, plus Madame Tussauds and SEA LIFE Aquarium.
Universal Epic Universe (2 miles) — Universal's newest park (opened May 2025) featuring Super Nintendo World, the Ministry of Magic, and How to Train Your Dragon lands.

Hidden Gems

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Dezerland Park Orlando (1 mile) — Massive indoor complex on I-Drive with go-karts, bowling, laser tag, an auto museum, and VR, a rainy-day alternative most visitors don't expect.
Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf (1 mile) — Award-winning pirate-themed mini-golf with two 18-hole courses through waterfalls, caves, and a pirate ship on International Drive.
iFLY Orlando Indoor Skydiving (2 miles) — Indoor vertical wind-tunnel flights with one-on-one instruction and no experience required, on International Drive.

Trip Ideas

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I-Drive Theme-Park Day — Ride the free shuttle to Universal Epic Universe or the classic Universal parks, then return for the heated pool and hot tubs on site.
International Drive Evening Out — Catch the Orlando Eye at dusk at ICON Park, play a round at Pirate's Cove, and finish with rotisserie chicken at Pio Pio, all on I-Drive.
Rainy-Day Off-Park Alternative — Go-karts and an auto museum at Dezerland Park, indoor skydiving at iFLY, then dinner and a wine flight at Cooper's Hawk, all on I-Drive.

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  • Universal Epic Universe — CC BY-SA · source

Fine Print

  • Cancellation & Changes

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    • No-shows will be charged total Groupon rate.
    • No refunds will be processed by Groupon after check-in.

    Check-in & Check-out

    • Check-in after 4 PM.
    • Check-out before 11 AM.

    Eligibility & ID

    • Traveler name must match ID at time of check-in.
    • Guests must be 18+ to check in.
    • Valid card required for payment
    • This hotel does not accept cash.
    • Credit card required at check-in.

    Fees & Charges

    • Resort fee of $15 per night plus tax, included in the price shown
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    • Incidental hold: 100.00 USD, authorized at check-in and released at check-out.
    • $100 security hold on a valid credit card required at check-in.
    • The price shown is the full price of your reservation, and only applicable taxes are added at checkout.

    Other

    • Pets are not permitted.
    • This is a non-smoking property.
    • Parking: Free onsite parking available, Outdoor.
    • Rates may vary by date and are subject to availability.
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