Best Western Inn
1808 W Lucas St, Florence, SC 29501, Florence, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.8 / 5
Overview
Best Western Inn is a modest, 2-star hotel in Florence, South Carolina, located off US-52 at 1808 W Lucas St. It holds a public rating of 3.8/5 based on 1,059 reviews, positioning it as a value-oriented option for short stays and stopovers. Complimentary breakfast and parking are included.
Rooms
Rooms are described as laid-back with bright accent walls and carpeted floors. Standard in-room features include free Wi‑Fi, flat-screen TVs, minifridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers. Some rooms add extras such as whirlpool tubs, sitting areas, and/or pull-out sofas.
Amenities & Recreation
On-site highlights include an outdoor pool, plus free breakfast and free parking. Other amenities are not documented in the provided information. Guests commonly use it as a practical base rather than a full-service resort.
Location & Nearby
The hotel is a short drive from central Florence sights such as the Florence County Museum (about 4.3 km away) and the Florence Downtown Historic District (about 4.1 km away). Parks and outdoor spaces nearby include Brooks-McCall Park (about 1.1 km), Timrod Park (about 5.0 km), and Jeffries Creek Park (about 5.8 km). It’s also within reach of major attractions such as Darlington Raceway (about 12.8 km), and Florence’s train station is about 4.6 km away.
Best for
This property suits budget-minded travelers who want an easy-to-reach stop off US-52 with included breakfast, parking, and in-room essentials like a microwave and minifridge. It can also work well for road-trippers or event-goers heading to Darlington Raceway (about 12.8 km away) who prefer a straightforward, no-frills hotel.
Travel tips
If you’re arriving by rail, Florence train station is roughly 4.6 km from the hotel, so plan for a short drive or rideshare. For local sightseeing, the Florence County Museum and Florence Downtown Historic District are both about 4–4.5 km away, making quick trips into town convenient. Brooks-McCall Park is close (about 1.1 km) if you want a nearby green space without a longer drive.
What guests say
Reviews frequently mention friendly staff and smooth, easy check-in, with at least one account noting staff promptly resolved a room issue by offering a different room. Cleanliness is a recurring point, with guests describing rooms and bathrooms as clean and breakfast as average but kept tidy. Location convenience—especially easy highway access—is also highlighted. Negative feedback appears in themes around front-desk service and perceptions of value, with some guests describing the experience as overpriced or poorly handled at check-in; area feel is occasionally noted, though at least one guest reported no issues during their stay.
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