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Best Western Magnolia Inn And Suites

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Charleston Southern University

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Reception
Free daily buffet breakfast
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas
In the heart of Charleston, Best Western Magnolia Inn And Suites offers a warm welcome with a free breakfast buffet, 18 holes of golf, and laundry facilities. With amenities like an outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, in-room WiFi, business center and gym open around the clock - not to mention luggage storage for your convenience - this hotel is sure to delight. Guest reviews rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Small Room) | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Small Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Ladson, Best Western Magnolia Inn And Suites is in the business district and next to a golf course. Northwoods Mall and Charleston Tanger Outlets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Whirlin' Waters Adventure Waterpark and South Carolina Aquarium. Don't miss out on a visit to Bee City. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Map
747 Treeland Dr, Ladson, SC, 29456-3631

What's nearby

  • Trident Medical Center - 2 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Charleston Southern University - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Whirlin' Waters Adventure Waterpark - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Northwoods Mall - 7 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Magnolia Plantation and Gardens - 25 min drive - 13.8 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 14 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nigel's Good Food II - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Crowfield Golf Club - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Best Western Magnolia Inn And Suites

Hotel near Trident Medical Center
Located close to Charleston Southern University and Whirlin' Waters Adventure Waterpark, Best Western Magnolia Inn And Suites provides a free breakfast buffet, an adjacent golf course, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a banquet hall, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 61 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (25 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 1 2025 to March 31 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May 01 to October 31
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Magnolia Inn And Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:00 PM. The pool will be unavailable from November 1 2025 to March 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Is Best Western Magnolia Inn And Suites pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Best Western Magnolia Inn And Suites?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Magnolia Inn And Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Best Western Magnolia Inn And Suites?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Magnolia Inn And Suites located?

Situated in Ladson, this golf hotel is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Trident Medical Center and within 6 mi (10 km) of Charleston Southern University and Whirlin' Waters Adventure Waterpark. Northwoods Mall and United States Air Force Charleston Air Force Base are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Best Western Magnolia Inn And Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 551 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1007 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Antonio Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vondeste

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location amazing staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tawanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was good and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany L.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay!

Friendliest staff, great service and the most comfortable beds! Location was awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing and the breakfast was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmela

Liked: Amenities
Fast & efficient
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mattias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick check in and Clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in staff was awesome and very helpful. All the services we used on our stay were very good. I loved the pool at our location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice and breakfast was very good. Breakfast staff was friendly and worked very hard. The only negative is that our room had a “mildew” smell to it. We got used to it it once in the room, but upon first entry it was a bit overwhelming.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cozy stay. Front desk staff was world class! Kids loved the breakfast and pool.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean big rooms for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the comfortable bed and the buffet breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms and facility ingeneral were very clean. Staff was helpful, friendly and professional.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was amazing, breakfast was delicious, check-in was smooth and the gentleman working was the best, wish i could have remembered his name! Everything was great and will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was a basic affordable hotel. Nothing spectacular to say but nothing bad to say either. Rooms were clean, pool was fun and the breakfast was good. Definitely worth the price and I would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value, safe and clean rooms. Good size too.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I had a great stay

The room was very clean, the service at the desk was very friendly, and the breakfast was very good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to interstate 26.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sandy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rude staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dionna L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I will definitely be returning
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was right off I 26 easy on and off. A lot of places to eat nearby and several convenience stores.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

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