Gaston Inn

1400 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, Bessemer City, United States

2-star hotel

Guest rating: 2.9 / 5

Overview

Gaston Inn is a 2-star, budget-oriented property in the Gastonia area (listed with a Bessemer City location reference) at 1400 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054. Its public rating is 2.9 based on 328 reviews, indicating a mixed overall guest experience. Review excerpts commonly point to friendly service and value-focused stays.

Rooms

Guest feedback notes rooms that are kept clean and that include a microwave and a refrigerator. These in-room basics can be useful for longer stays or travelers aiming to keep food costs down. No further room types or bedding details are documented.

On-site features

Amenities are not formally documented for this property. However, reviews emphasize friendly staff and clean grounds as recurring positives. Travelers who need specific features should confirm availability directly with the property.

Nearby attractions

The inn sits close to several Gastonia-area attractions, including The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium (about 1.1 km away) and the James H. Lynn Planetarium and Science Theater (about 1.1 km away). Outdoor and park options nearby include Lineberger Park (about 1.7 km), Rankin Lake Park (about 4.8 km), and Martha Rivers Park (about 5.1 km). For bigger day trips, Crowders Mountain and Crowders Mountain State Park are roughly 11.5–15.9 km away, and the U.S. National Whitewater Center is about 13.7 km away.

Best for

Gaston Inn is best suited to budget-focused travelers who prioritize low cost and basic in-room conveniences such as a microwave and refrigerator. It can also work well for visitors who want quick access to nearby family attractions like the Schiele Museum and local parks within a short drive.

Travel tips

If you’re planning museum time, The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium and the James H. Lynn Planetarium and Science Theater are both around 1.1 km away, making them easy to fit into a short stay. For outdoor plans, Crowders Mountain and Crowders Mountain State Park are day-trip friendly (roughly 11–16 km away). Because amenities are not documented, confirm any must-haves with the property before arrival.

What guests say

Guest feedback most consistently highlights friendly, helpful staff and good service. Cleanliness is a recurring positive, with multiple mentions of clean rooms and well-kept grounds. Value is also a common theme, with guests noting low prices. The overall public rating (2.9/5 from 328 reviews) suggests experiences can be mixed even with these frequently cited positives.

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