Best Western Plus Jonesboro Inn & Suites
2911 Gilmore Dr, Jonesboro, AR 72401, Jonesboro, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.0 / 5
Overview
Best Western Plus Jonesboro Inn & Suites is a 2-star hotel set in a commercial corridor of Jonesboro, Arkansas, just off US-63 and Interstate 555. It's a straightforward, budget-friendly property surrounded by restaurants and everyday conveniences, roughly 3 miles from Arkansas State University and 4 miles from the West Washington Avenue Historic District. With a 4-star average from 942 reviews, it draws steady traffic from both leisure travelers and those visiting the university area.
Rooms & Suites
Guest rooms are warmly decorated and equipped with flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. Suites step things up with wet bars and separate living areas, giving extra space for longer stays or small families. Guest reviews are mixed on room size and cleanliness, with most describing rooms as clean and comfortable, though a small number mention rooms feeling small or not fully clean.
Dining
A complimentary breakfast is served on-site, and guests consistently highlight the range of options, including sausage, eggs, biscuits and gravy, breakfast potatoes, yogurt and cereal. La Bocca Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria sits just 182 meters away, and The Southern Chef restaurants are also within a few miles for additional dining choices.
Amenities & Recreation
The hotel offers an outdoor pool, a 24-hour exercise room, a business center, guest laundry facilities, and complimentary parking. Reviewers note the pool as a pleasant, appropriately sized amenity, and the combination of free breakfast and free parking adds practical value for road-trippers and extended stays.
Location & Surroundings
The hotel sits close to several bus stops, including Fair Park Blvd & Phillips Dr just 223 meters away, making it easy to get around without a car. Nearby points of interest include the Bradbury Art Museum, Craighead Forest Park, and the AGFC Forrest L. Wood Crowley's Ridge Nature Center, all within about 3.5 to 5.5 kilometers, while Lake Frierson State Park and Lake Frierson are further out for a day trip. Jonesboro Municipal Airport is less than 4 kilometers away for travelers flying in.
Best for
This hotel suits budget-conscious road-trippers and university visitors, thanks to its I-555/US-63 location, free parking, and proximity to Arkansas State University. It also works well for travelers wanting a simple, no-frills stay with a solid complimentary breakfast, an outdoor pool, and easy access to nearby dining like La Bocca Italian Restaurant right next door.
Travel tips
Having a car is helpful for reaching farther attractions like Lake Frierson State Park (about 19 km away), though several bus stops within a few hundred meters offer an alternative for getting around town. La Bocca Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria is a short walk away for a quick meal, and the hotel's location just off US-63 and I-555 makes it convenient for highway travelers passing through. Jonesboro Municipal Airport is only about 3.7 km away, making it a practical option for fly-in visitors.
What guests say
Guests most often praise the complimentary breakfast, citing its variety of hot and cold options, and consistently commend the staff and management for being friendly, professional and helpful. Cleanliness is generally highlighted as a strength, with housekeeping singled out as competent, though a minority of reviewers reported rooms that felt small or not fully clean. The outdoor pool also receives positive mention for being a comfortable size and temperature. Overall sentiment leans strongly positive, with service and breakfast quality as the most frequently repeated themes.
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