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Hotel Policies & Fees
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Know Before You Go
There are no room charges for children 17 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding.
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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.
Pets accepted
Check-out time is noon
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Property Amenities
Business-related amenities consist of a business center and audio-visual equipment. Event facilities include conference/meeting rooms and banquet facilities. This pet-friendly motel also offers a seasonal outdoor pool, coffee in the lobby, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Onsite parking is complimentary.
Not extremely clean or kept up but for the price it was ok. The property was not great but the staff was pleasant and helpful.
A Traveler from Charleston, SC
1.0
out of 5
Does not recommend this hotel
Posted Jun 27 2011
“The Worst”
While I realized by the low cost of this reservation that I should not expect to have any luxuries; I never would have thought that cleanliness, professionalism, and safety would be an issue. This hotel is very run-down, furnishings, bed linens, bathroom conditions were all in the very worst of shape. We attempted to check-in well after the posted check in time but were told that the majority of the rooms had not been cleaned yet and so we were assigned a room at the very rear of the property with an exterior door backing up to the woods and caretaker facilities. We were told this was the only room available. After dealing with smell, the fear, and disgust for about an hour....we checked out, forfeited our money for the room and went to another hotel a block down the road.
A Traveler from Fresno, Calif
1.0
out of 5
Does not recommend this hotel
Posted May 16 2011
“Hotel was extremely dirty lobby did not leave a good impression!!! Disappointed”
As we entered the motel the lobby area it was very dirty. We questioned if we should stay there and were worried about the condition of the room, especially if the lobby looked the way it did. The room smelled of smoke even though it was no smoking. we were afraid to take our socks off, everything appeared to be soiled. I will say this we did not get coutties! But for a Howard Johnsons It did not give them a good reputaion. Also the printer near the computer did not operate after we tried to get our airline tickets printed. it should have been posted that the printer didnot operate! The clerk did help us by printing on her computer. I must say all the personal were very helpful.
A Traveler from manassas, va
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted May 16 2011
“clean, comfortable room”
We stayed during darlington race weekend. Rooms were comfortable, clean and staff was friendly. Lots of constuction going on so the restaurant next door was not open. Good value for the money.
Cindy L from South Carolina
1.0
out of 5
Does not recommend this hotel
Posted May 16 2011
“Do Not Stay here”
The first room we were given was filthy dirty. There was mold and standing water in the bathroom. When we asked for a different room, the desk clerk was very snotty. The next room was better but not by much. The hotel itself is in need of an update and a good cleaning. When checking out the next morning, I stated my complaints and the desk clerk was extremely rude. I will never stay here again.
A Traveler from Johnson City, NY
3.0
out of 5
Does not recommend this hotel
Posted Mar 23 2011
“Not impressed”
Only adult breakfast was included. My sixteen year old son wasn't allowed a complementary breakfast???? That was very disapointing as I purposely choose a hotel for the reason of not wanting to have to worrie about the cost of breakfast or finding a place to eat.
A Traveler from DE
2.0
out of 5
Does not recommend this hotel
Posted Jan 24 2011
“Don't stay here!”
Old hotel, very outdated - sheets were threadbare, the binding on the blanket was coming off and there were holes in the blanket.
The room was clean, but the bath and counters had been resurfaced and looked awful. The shower was so bad I wouldn't take a shower in there.
The walkways were dark and the lights turned off when we came back from dinner. Very scary.
Area recommendations
Newer hotels in the area even though they're more expensive
A Traveler from Sunderland, MA
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Jan 18 2011
“Good place - pet friendly”
Good place - Dog Friendly
A Traveler
2.0
out of 5
Does not recommend this hotel
Posted Jan 5 2011
“Not so clean”
The hotel was old and not well maintained. However, staff was friendly and very accomodating.
Clyde R. from Brunswick, GA
2.0
out of 5
Does not recommend this hotel
Posted Jan 5 2011
“Sadly dissapointed”
Hotel is under renovation. Many rooms underconstruction. Our room had the bathroom door hanging off the hinges. Many of the construction workers are staying there. We reserved a non smoking room but there were so many construction workers outside smoking the smell came through the air conditioning and the room smelled of cigarettes all night.
The hot breakfast advertised was next door in a mexican resautrant and consisted of two pans of cold eggs and potatoes. There was not even any coffe. We could not find anyone in charge that could speak english.
I do not recommend this hotel to anyone. There were other hotels in the area less expensive but we thought Howard Johnson would be a little more upscale. We were sadly dissapointed.
Area recommendations
Neighborhood was in a good location next to the interstate.
2038 W Lucas Street Florence, 29501-1203 United States of America
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Nearby Points of Interest
Darlington Raceway - 11.7 km / 7.3 mi
The preferred airport for Howard Johnson Florence is Florence, SC (FLO-Florence Regional) - 8 km / 5 mi.
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Nearest Major Airport:
Florence, SC, United States (FLO-Florence Regional)
Area:
Florence, South Carolina, United States of America:
Howard Johnson Florence
2038 W Lucas Street Florence, 29501-1203 United States of America
