Best Western John Day Inn

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Best Western
7.6 (137 reviews)
315 West Main Street , John Day , US
+1 541-575-1700

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent, varied breakfast
Helpful staff and 24-hour front desk
Walking distance to attractions and restaurants
Pool and on-site dining options
Clean and comfortable for many guests
Laundry facilities
Cons:
Musty/cigarette smell reported in some rooms
Sketchy people/unsafe feeling around front entrance at night
Worn or too-firm mattresses needing replacement
Room door/locking issues reported
Small pet area
Trash/debris outside parts of the property

Categories

Cleanliness
5
Multiple reviews mention musty, cigarette smells in at least one room and litter/trash outside; cleanliness was inconsistent and noted as a clear negative.
Service
8.8
Staff praised several times: friendly service, 24-hour front desk, and staff described as doing their best — generally a strong service experience.
Location
8.6
Frequently noted as within easy walking distance to restaurants, stores and local heritage sites — a clear location advantage.
Room Quality
6
Mixed room quality: reports of worn or too-firm mattresses, a room that smelled of smoke, and at least one door/lock issue; comfortable for some but with tangible problems.
Amenities
7.8
Amenities present and useful (pool, on-site restaurant, laundry, pet area), though pet area is small and pool was not widely used — generally positive but not outstanding.
Value for Money
6.6
Mixed perceptions: one strong comment that it was not worth the money contrasted with several satisfied guests; overall value seen as slightly below expectations.
Food and Beverage
9
Breakfast repeatedly praised as abundant, varied and high quality across multiple reviews — a consistent strength for the property.
Overall Experience
9
Overall sentiment leans positive due to helpful staff, excellent breakfast, convenient location and general comfort, despite notable issues (smell, mattress, occasional safety concerns).
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:40

Property Description

Convenient Location and Amenities

Located next to the Kam Wah Chung Museum, the Best Western John Day Inn offers free Wi-Fi and a daily full breakfast. Guests can enjoy the indoor heated pool and spa during their stay.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Features

Each room at the inn is equipped with a microwave, small fridge, and a satellite TV with premium channels. The perfect setup for a relaxing stay.

Business and Fitness Facilities

Guests have access to a business center, fitness center, and a guest laundry room on-site. Whether you're traveling for work or leisure, all your needs are covered at this hotel.

Book your stay at the Best Western John Day Inn for a memorable and convenient experience!

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: PDT

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 137 reviews
Cleanliness: 5
Service: 8.8
Location: 8.6
Room Quality: 6
Amenities: 7.8
Value for Money: 6.6
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 9
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Brianna • family_with_children • us
2
Not worth the money whatsoever
Cons:

We pulled up in the evening and there was sketchy people hanging out around the front door that seemed to belong to the staff, not inviting when you’re pulling in at dark with your young kids. Also room smelled like it used to be a heavily smoking room was very musty and cigarette smelling.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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carolyn • couple • us
10
Nice hotel for an over night stay crossing Oregon.
Pros:

It was a nice room and welcomed stay arriving late after having to take a long detour because of a fire closure. The staff was nice and it had a great breakfast with many choices and hot food. It was also helpful that they have a 24 hr front desk which many motels in small towns do not. There was a pool but we didn't have time to use it. We would definitely stay there again.

Cons:

The pet area was very small but close by and ok for an overnight stay in transit. Otherwise it was great!

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Hjalmar • solo_traveller • sn
10
Pros:

Dass das Personal sein Bestes gibt und das sichtbar ist im Zimmer und beim Frühstück.

So ein reichhaltiges und liebevolles Frühstück gibt es nur im John Day Inn!

Riesen Dank, Hjalmar/Switzerland.

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

A good spot for easy walking in John Day to the state historical site and restaurants. Super clean and comfortable for an afternoon of napping and doing some quick laundry. The breakfast buffet had a good selection of items.

Cons:

Our room, 119, has some issues with the door opening and locking, once inside. We reported the issue to the afternoon and morning desk person.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Teri • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Breakfast was delicious.

Cons:

Bed was too firm and water pressure was too hard.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Mark • extended_group • us
7
Pros:

Great breakfast options

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Nancy • solo_traveller • us
10
I liked the property so much I signed up for their rewards program,
Pros:

Walking distance to restaurants and stores.
Kam Wah Chung State Heritage Site is just down the street,

Cons:

Everything was great.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Jean-Michel • solo_traveller • be
10
Bonne situation
Pros:

Literie confortable.
Jolie piscine extérieure.
Possibilité de manger sur place au restaurant ou de commander le repas du soir

Cons:

Beaucoup de détritus à l'extérieur de notre bloc (5).

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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rebecca • couple • us
3
Pros:

breakfast was good. appreciate the fresh fried eggs and assortment of other breakfast choices.

Cons:

the mattress needs changed. As a frequent traveler if the mattress is worn our and too soft, we dont sleep well. if ou dont sleep well, its not a good experience.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Donny • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Donny • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Richard • extended_group • us
9
Pros:

You can tell the staff and cleaning crews, as well as the leadership have gone above and beyond for this property. Not your typical Best Western.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
• extended_group • us
10
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Willis • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Desirae • couple • us
8
2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Shelly • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Rosalyn • couple • us
9
Would stay there again!
Pros:

Location was great! Staff was super friendly and rooms very comfortable.

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Eunice • family_with_children • us
8
2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Calvin • couple • us
8
Cons:

The heat/AC was noisy. Based on the noise from the outside. Our room was noisier than the other rooms.

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Scott • family_with_children • us
9
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee