Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway

3.0 star property

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe
Reception
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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4303 Commerce Road, Richmond, VA, 23234
  • Place, James River
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Virginia Commonwealth University
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Greater Richmond Convention Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.8 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Executive Room, Wi-Fi, Sofabed, Microwave And Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Separate Bedroom, Sofabed, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-1 King, Mobility Accessible, Communication Assistance, Bathtub, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible-2 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Communication Assistance, Bathtub, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible-1 King, Mobility Accessible, Communication Assistance, Roll In Shower, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-Suite 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Communication Assistance, Bathtub, Separate Bedroom, Sofabed, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

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About this property

Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway

Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of The National
A restaurant, a fitness centre and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a 24-hour business centre, a coffee shop/cafe and a seasonal outdoor pool.
Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway offers 167 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 50-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Richmond hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness centre and a seasonal outdoor pool.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway. During your stay, you'll be close to Broad Street. You'll find features such as free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Free self-parking, extended parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Enjoy American cuisine while dining at Victory Bar & Grill
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a 24-hour business centre, meeting rooms and conference space
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the helpful staff
  • 8 minutes by car from Virginia Commonwealth University and 9 minutes from The National
Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway offers its guests a fitness centre and a seasonal outdoor pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 3778 square feet (351 square metres) and includes conference space. Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway also features a vending machine, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking is free.

This Richmond hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free full breakfast on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and at the weekend from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Victory Bar & Grill – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Victory Bar & Grill

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 3,778 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 29 August to 30 May:
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day:
  • Bar/lounge

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The seasonal pool will open on 25 May and close on 07 September.
  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Bells
Holiday Inn Bells Hotel
Holiday Inn Bells Hotel Richmond South Road
Holiday Inn Richmond South City Gateway Hotel
Holiday Inn Richmond South-Bells Road Hotel Richmond
Holiday Inn Richmond South Bells Road Hotel
Holiday Inn Bells Road Hotel
Holiday Inn Bells Road
Holiday Inn Richmond South City Gateway
Premier Richmond City Gateway
Holiday Inn Richmond South City Gateway
Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway Hotel
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Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway Hotel Richmond

Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 478 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 89 out of 1002 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria, Lake Worth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Juanita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Place and Great Price

I recently had the pleasure of staying at a charming hotel and I must say, it was a delightful experience. From the moment I arrived, the staff was incredibly welcoming and attentive, making me feel right at home 🏨. My room was beautifully decorated, providing a cozy and comfortable atmosphere perfect for relaxation. I particularly enjoyed the delicious breakfast each morning, setting a positive tone for the day. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone looking for a memorable and enjoyable getaway! #HotelStay #Travel #Relaxation #VacationMode #Hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was great and parking was a breeze.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stains on sheets and pillows. Toilet doesn't flush properly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan Luis Linan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cynthia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cynthia A

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas t

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark, King George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel. Staff was very courteous. The on site restaurant is recommended. The burger was great. I will stay in this hotel again when an over-night in Richmond is required.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Brad

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area, great staff, truthfully enjoyed my stay. Thanks BW.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Keila, Providence

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Alia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
saw a coachroach in the property which was concerning. the shower handle and the AC unit cap popped off when i touched it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only issue was key card for room malfunctioning but otherwise a really great stay. Keep it up.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Chase

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I found a dead cockroach in my bathroom and i took a pic of it with my room info for confirmation
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

isaac

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast qas so delicious
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Anais

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dirty roomd

The bed was covered in poop. Like someone tried to clean it but it was still there. They offered to change rooms, but at this point I was expecting a full refund.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ryan

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga, Newark

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were overall pleased with our 4-day stay and would stay there again. The entry, lounge and breakfast dining area were bright and welcoming. The complementary breakfast had several tasty options that were varied day-to-day
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025