Raceway Inn Darlington
705 Washington St, Darlington, SC 29532, Florence, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.1 / 5
Overview
Raceway Inn Darlington is a 2-star hotel in Darlington, South Carolina, positioned as a simple, budget-oriented base for the Florence–Darlington area. It has a public rating of 3.1 based on 263 reviews, reflecting mixed guest experiences.
Location
The property is located at 705 Washington St, Darlington, SC 29532. It sits close to Darlington Raceway (about 2.6 km away) and the Darlington County Historical Commission & Museum (about 2.0 km away), making it convenient for race weekends and quick local sightseeing.
Nearby dining & essentials
A Waffle House is nearby (about 2.3 km away), offering a familiar, late-hours breakfast option. For broader dining and services, many additional options are in and around Florence, including attractions clustered around the downtown historic district (about 14.4 km away).
What’s around (Florence-area attractions)
Beyond Darlington, nearby Florence points of interest include Florence County Museum (about 14.6 km), Florence Veterans Park (about 12.1 km), and Florence Downtown Historic District (about 14.4 km). Recreation options in the area include Timrod Park (about 15.1 km), Jeffries Creek Park (about 15.0 km), and Sky Zone Trampoline Park (about 16.8 km).
Best for
This hotel is best suited to budget-minded travelers who prioritize being near Darlington Raceway (about 2.6 km away) over on-site features, since amenities are not documented. It may also appeal to visitors doing quick stops for Darlington-area history sites like the Darlington County Historical Commission & Museum (about 2.0 km away), with Florence attractions reachable by a short drive.
Travel tips
If you’re visiting for a race weekend, plan extra time for traffic around Darlington Raceway, which is one of the closest major draws to the hotel. Having a car will make the stay more practical, since many Florence-area attractions (museums, parks, and the downtown historic district) are roughly 12–15 km away. Florence Regional Airport is about 18.3 km away for travelers flying in and out.
What guests say
Reviews reflect a split experience. Some guests highlight helpful staff and strong customer service, and a few mention satisfaction with housekeeping and general room experience. Other feedback is sharply critical about cleanliness and odors, describing an unclean environment and unpleasant smells. Overall, service is a repeated positive theme, while hygiene/condition concerns are the most serious negative theme mentioned.
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