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Best Western Plus Franciscan Square Inn and Suites

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Franciscan University of Steubenville

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Property amenity
Lobby
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Exterior
Lobby
Located near Franciscan University, Best Western Plus Franciscan Square Inn offers a comfortable retreat with a breakfast buffet, American cuisine at Bennigan's Bar and Grill, a lobby fireplace, an indoor pool, and free self-parking.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Single Sofabed;Larger Room)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room;with Sofabed) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

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Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Refrigerator & Microwave) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Refrigerator & Microwave)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Single Sofabed;Larger Room)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Single Sofabed;Larger Room) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Single Sofabed;Larger Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Larger Room) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Larger Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
200 Franciscan Square, Steubenville, OH, 43952

What's nearby

  • Franciscan University of Steubenville - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Jefferson County Historical Association - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Belleview Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Old Fort Steuben - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Grand Theater - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maryland Market - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bob Evans - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Naples Spaghetti House - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus Franciscan Square Inn and Suites

Hotel near Franciscan University of Steubenville
Located close to Belleview Park and Jefferson County Historical Association, Best Western Plus Franciscan Square Inn and Suites provides a free breakfast buffet, a grocery/convenience store, and a terrace. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Bennigan's Bar and Grill, offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a banquet hall, and a vending machine
  • A 24-hour front desk, coffee/tea in the lobby, and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 126 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, 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
  • 43-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bennigan's Bar and Grill

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus Franciscan Square Inn and Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Best Western Plus Franciscan Square Inn and Suites pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Best Western Plus Franciscan Square Inn and Suites?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Franciscan Square Inn and Suites?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Franciscan Square Inn and Suites?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Plus Franciscan Square Inn and Suites located?

Situated in Steubenville, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Franciscan University of Steubenville, Belleview Park, and Jefferson County Historical Association. Union Cemetery and Grand Theater are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Best Western Plus Franciscan Square Inn and Suites Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 748 out of 967 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 967 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 967 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 967 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 967 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms and excellent staff. Breakfast is good and well managed. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Clean and a great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and beautiful property!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast bar in the mornings, need to be available until 10:00 am
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David C Heck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

George

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property in a convenient location. Property is showing age and many areas need some TLC. Furnishings need some replacement. Staff are professional and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

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

Delightful!

We were delighted with our stay! Everything was so clean and comfy!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a handicapped room and it was fantastic lots of grab bars and one bed removed and two chair and a couch was added. I was traveling alone and felt safe. The toiletries were so nice I ordered them on Amazon so I could have them at home. The bed was so comfortable the best sleep in a hotel in a long time. I will definitely recommend as well return any time I am in the area
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Amenities
It was so great after traveling from Star Lake!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jimmie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was cold, but hotel was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and staff were very kind. We enjoyed the Irish Pub across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is well maintained. Breakfast adequate, fresh yogurt was very good. Staff helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Please stay

Everything about this place was perfect and top notch
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Very convenient location right next to Franciscan University. Complimentary breakfast was actually pretty good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We always stay here when we visit. Staff is great, room is always clean and comfortable, and we love having coffee and food choices just steps away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The setting with the ice rink and walkable restaurants is really nice. It's so close to 4th Street where all the Nutcracker Village activities were taking place.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel for Franciscan University.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for our visit to Star Lake. Room was very clean and quiet. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything about this hotel, and was a little surprised by how awesome it was.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and accommodating staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, very nice staff. Extremely clean. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is an ice skating rink right next to the property and was being used frequently. Also, many places to eat within a 5 minute walk.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

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