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Best Western Van Buren Inn

2.5 star property
Travelers enjoy a refreshing dip in the seasonal pool or grab a quick bite at the snack bar/deli before heading out to explore the area

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Best Western Van Buren Inn is near Kay Rodgers Park and Harper Arena. Guests enjoy a complimentary full breakfast, practical dry cleaning services, and in-room WiFi. The seasonal pool is perfect for unwinding, and previous visitors consistently praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

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Very good
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Van Buren, Best Western Van Buren Inn is in the historical district and near the airport. Harper Arena and Fort Smith Museum of History are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Kay Rodgers Park and Fort Smith National Cemetery. Fort Smith National Historic Site and Central Mall are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Van Buren travel guide
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1903 N 6th St, Van Buren, AR, 72956

What's nearby

  • Fort Smith National Historic Site
    Fort Smith National Historic Site
    12 min drive - 12.6 miles
  • Kay Rodgers Park
    8 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Harper Arena
    8 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Alma Town Hall
    8 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Cherokee Casino Roland
    9 min drive - 14.1 miles

Getting around

  • Fort Smith, AR (FSM-Fort Smith Regional)
    15 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min walk
  • Casey's
    11 min walk
  • Braum's Ice Cream & Dairy Stores
    10 min walk
  • Arby's
    8 min walk
  • Thai Curry
    10 min walk

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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 self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1995
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
An off-leash area is available

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 30 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30 per night

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 7 AM to 9 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
Alcohol is not served at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Van Buren Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7 AM–9 PM.

Is Best Western Van Buren Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 30 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Van Buren Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Western Van Buren Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Best Western Van Buren Inn located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Kay Rodgers Park, Harper Arena, and Baptist Health-Van Buren. Fort Smith National Historic Site and Fort Smith Museum of History are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Best Western Van Buren Inn Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 382 out of 792 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 792 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 792 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 792 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 792 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a return visit, I will book another stay at this Best Western because of the location and the great service and hospitality
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

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Very close to the highway very clean and adequate…
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room staff was nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. The bathroom needs a upgrade but overall the room and staff were fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Tracie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed with dogs and had a nice first floor room with a grassy area right outside. Staff was friendly and room was just perfect for what we needed. Nicer than some we stayed the last couple of days. Breakfast was good as it always is at BWs. Restful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful. Linda is the best and should get a big raise! So friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Linda at the front desk was very kind and helpful. She even called my room after I checked in to see if everything was good. The breakfast was fresh and hot. The room was carpeted which is nice for my dog as she doesn't like to walk on slippery floors. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our Garmin map gave us inaccurate directions but we found the hotel to be close to the freeway. Initial appearance at night was dark but we never felt unsafe. Staff was nice, are room opened directly to the parking lot and a large grassy area which are pup loved. Beds were comfortable and the water pressure in the shower was excellent. The outdoor pool was closed (April 6). The breakfast was basic, but we left early.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ginger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was attending my son‘s wedding from out of state and needed to get some items I’d forgotten. Staff was amazing in helping me locate.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Welcoming staff, clean room , felt safe the linens abit on the need to replace side but useable . Appreciated the in and out ease on a tight schedule
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH

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Staff was very friendly and it was clean and updated!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was so friendly and caring!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and super helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

Great stay

Convient location, clean and outstanding customer service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet areas were grassy, clean, and large. The entire property was so clean and fresh as well as comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Letha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was amazing. Bed was not overly comfortable and the entire place had an odd odor, small.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Briana

Liked: Cleanliness
The lady at the front desk she is a professional nice person take care of me really appreciate
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good breakfast included.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Douglas

Very convenient to restaurants and shopping and highway. The towels were thin and on the smaller size. And the room was cool, despite trying to turn up the heat.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Linda, at the front desk, was so friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access from the freeway, good dining close by.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient to feeeway and food.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Amenities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Alden

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

Good spot to stay

Good stay. Nice clean place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025