Airport-adjacent comfort awaits at this welcoming hotel where travelers can enjoy American cuisine on-site and relax by a seasonal outdoor pool with loungers
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Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway is minutes from the airport, offering convenience and comfort. Enjoy American cuisine at The Victor Bar & Grill, swim in the seasonal outdoor pool, or work out in the gym. Free in-room WiFi and helpful staff complete the experience.
Located in Richmond, Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway is near the airport. The National and Altria Theater are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Broad Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Richmond Raceway, or consider Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront for a night out. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Richmond travel guide
4303 Commerce Road, Richmond, VA, 23234
What's nearby
James River
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Broad Street
5 min drive - 9.0 km
Virginia Commonwealth University
7 min drive - 10.7 km
Greater Richmond Convention Center
7 min drive - 11.4 km
University of Richmond
17 min drive - 21.4 km
Getting around
Richmond Main Street Station
9 min drive
Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)
16 min drive
Restaurants
Wendy's
3 min drive
Taco Bell
3 min drive
Hardee's
4 min drive
7-Eleven
4 min drive
Burger King
3 min drive
About this property
Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway
Hotel near Virginia Commonwealth University
Located close to Broad Street and Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront, Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway provides free full breakfast, a corner/local shop and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Victory Bar & Grill, offers breakfast and dinner. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking and extended parking
Express check-out, express check-in and 1 meeting room
A ballroom, ATM/banking services and a banquet hall
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 167 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
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
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4 floors
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Hypo-allergenic bedding
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
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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
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
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, a fire extinguisher 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
We should mention
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
The seasonal pool will be open from 25 May to 07 September
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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
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Holiday Inn Richmond South City Gateway Hotel
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Premier Richmond City Gateway
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Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Does Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway have a pool?
Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. The swimming pool is closed seasonally each year from August 29 until May 30.
How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway?
As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway on 1 Apr 2026 start from AU$172, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway?
Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.
What time is check-in at Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM.
What time is check-out at Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway located?
Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of The National, Virginia Commonwealth University and Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront. Greater Richmond Convention Center and Altria Theater are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Reviews
Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway Reviews
8.0
Very good
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Amazing hospitality they were so kind to accommodate our party last minute and delicious breakfast and clean sheets always make a dreary day better! Thanks again
It was simply an overnight stay, so we didn't get to enjoy breakfast or any other amenities, but the room was clean and comfortable. Check-in staff were pleasant.