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Very Good
4.0/5
Based on 66 guest reviews
- Has an outdoor pool!
- Complimentary breakfast is offered
- Hotel has 74 rooms
- 2 floors in hotel
- Check in time: 01:00
- Check out time: 12:00
- Groups & Meetings rating of 7.4/10
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Map & Landmarks: Best Western Forest Inn
Verified Reviews of Best Western Forest Inn
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Wonderful! Office Ladies very nice!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Quiet and the office ladies were very nice and even smiling!
Patricia K. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
28-Sep-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Sep 24 to Thu Sep 26 2024 at a $99.99 average nightly rate. 
"Nice, quaint, affordable place to stay."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Nice, quaint, affordable place to stay. The front desk clerk was very pleasant and willing to assist with help if needed.
Todd B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
23-Apr-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Apr 19 to Sun Apr 21 2024 at a $102.99 average nightly rate. "Friendly staff, great breakfast, clean rooms!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Very clean room, friendly service, great restaurant!
Elizabeth H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
26-Jan-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jan 23 to Wed Jan 24 2024 at a $99.99 average nightly rate. Property Description
This newly refurbished Franklin, Louisiana hotel is just minutes from the Cypress Bayou Casino and the Antebellum Homes.Experience true Southern hospitality and sample delicious Cajun foods while staying at the Best Western Forest Inn. Located in the heart of Louisiana, this Franklin hotel offers convenient access to a variety of local shops and restaurants as well as many local attractions. Whether traveling for business or pleasure, the Best Western Forest Inn has it all!This hotel offers 80 newly refurbished guest rooms and mini-suites. Each well-appointed room features a microwave, refrigerator, cable satellite television and free high-speed Internet access. Hotel amenities include a complimentary continental breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool, two gaming lounges, guest laundry, a full business center and meeting/banquet facilities to accommodate up to 300 people. The hotel also features an onsite restaurant to suit guest's dining needs. Hotel guests can enjoy a round of golf at the nearby Atchafalaya Golf Course or spend an afternoon at the Cypress Bayou Casino, located just six miles from the hotel. Guests can also take a tour of the Bayou Swamps or visit the Chitimacha Indian Reservation. Other nearby attractions include the Oaklawn Manor and the Antebellum Homes. The friendly staff at the Best Western Forest Inn is waiting to ensure an enjoyable and memorable stay in Franklin, Louisiana. Make a reservation today and save! Enjoy your stay.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 01:00 |
| Check Out: | 12:00 |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2014 |
| Floors: | 2 |
| Rooms: | 74 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Exterior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 0 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 0 |
| Suites: | 0 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 0 View Spaces |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 300 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| FEMA Approved: | Yes |
| Pool Info: The outdoor pool is open from 10:00 am until 10:pm. | |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: 12 noon date of arrival | |
| Nightly Parking: | 0 |
| Total Taxes: | 12.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
Amenities / Features
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Complimentary breakfast
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Laundry facilities
- Fax available
- Office or business center
- Ironing facilities
- Hairdryer available
- Non-smoking rooms
- Jacuzzi
- Kitchenette in room
- Refrigerator
- Microwave in room
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Alarm clock
- Air conditioning
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
Breakfast Information
Our full service Restaurant offers our hotel guests a complimentary hot breakfast buffet Tues. - Sat. morning beginning at 5:30 am until 10:00 am. The Restaurant is closed on Sunday and Monday for breakfast and we offer a deluxe continental breakfast in our meeting room off of the lobby from 6:30am to 10:30am.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Sorry, pets are not allowed.Parking Info
Free Parking. We also have truck parking in our Restaurant parking lot.
Internet / WiFI
Every room has free Wi-Fi and every room is also hard wired with a modem.
About Best Western Hotels
- 4000+ independently owned hotels located in over 100 countries
- Best Western Rewards is a free program where members can earn 10 points for every dollar spent or airline/partner rewards for each night stay. With no blackout dates and points that never expire, whats not love?
- 18 brands, including: Best Western, Best Western Plus, and Best Western Premier
- Best Western offers exceptional value with great amenities including free breakfast, high-speed internet, local calls, and lond distance access. Convenient computer room in the lobby area perfect for copy and fax services, and even printing out boarding passes, maps, etc.
- Best Western Plus offers upgraded bath amenities, an in-room mini-fridge, and a spacious work desk. Fitness room, laundry room, and business center also available. Free breakfast, high-speed internet, local calls, and long distance access
- Best Western Premier gives guests the highest quality amenties, furnishings, and decor with personalized guest services. All rooms have a safe, mini-fridge, free high-speed internet access, free local and long distance calls, and an LCD or Plasma TV with HD channels. On-site dining, fitness room, business center, snack shop, and meeting rooms
The Best Western Hotels highlights above are subject to change without notice.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Franklin Bakery - Start your day with freshly baked pastries and coffee. Located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Cafe JoJo's - Savor homemade sandwiches and soups in a charming cafe setting. Located 0.8 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Chez Francois Seafood Restaurant - Enjoy delicious seafood dishes in a cozy atmosphere. Located 1.2 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Visit the Teche Theatre - Experience a classic movie screening or live performance in this historic theater. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Main Street Cafe - Enjoy a hearty breakfast with Southern specialties. Located 0.1 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: The Yellow Bowl Restaurant - Try their famous gumbo and other Cajun dishes. Located 0.4 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: The Forest Restaurant - Indulge in a fine dining experience with a diverse menu. Located 0.2 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Explore the Grevemberg House Museum - Discover the history of Franklin in this beautifully preserved antebellum home. Located 0.6 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: The Breakfast Club - Enjoy a classic American breakfast with a variety of options. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: The Lunch Box - Grab a quick and delicious sandwich or salad for lunch. Located 0.7 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: The Forest Inn Steakhouse - Delight in a juicy steak and elegant ambiance. Located 0.2 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Take a Swamp Tour - Experience the beauty of Louisiana's swamps and encounter wildlife. Located 5 miles from the hotel.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Best Western Forest Inn
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Best Western Forest Inn.
Feel free to use the Best Western Forest Inn meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Franklin event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Accommodates up to 300 | 0 x 25 x 12 | 0 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | 300 | -- | -- |
Close This Accommodates up to 300Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 0 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 0 x 25 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
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FAQs about Best Western Forest Inn
What time is check in?
Check in time is 01:00 based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 12:00 based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Best Western Forest Inn have?
There are 74 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at Best Western Forest Inn?
Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Best Western Forest Inn?
Our full service Restaurant offers our hotel guests a complimentary hot breakfast buffet Tues. - Sat. morning beginning at 5:30 am until 10:00 am. The Restaurant is closed on Sunday and Monday for breakfast and we offer a deluxe continental breakfast in our meeting room off of the lobby from 6:30am to 10:30am.
What parking is available at Best Western Forest Inn?
Free Parking. We also have truck parking in our Restaurant parking lot.
How much does internet cost?
Every room has free Wi-Fi and every room is also hard wired with a modem.
Can I get a AAA rate at Best Western Forest Inn?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Best Western Forest Inn?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a pool at Best Western Forest Inn?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. The outdoor pool is open from 10:00 am until 10:pm..
Testimonials:
"The quick return of bids was a plus. Allowing conference planners to contact the hotel directly is another plus. This website really is a great tool!" V.E. - Atlanta, GA
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