Best Western Forest Inn

1909 Main St., Franklin, LA 70538 United States (USA)
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2.5 Star Property
29.809180-91.509990
+1-800-219-2797
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  • 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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Verified Reviews of Best Western Forest Inn

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Great Stay and Staff "
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Ms. Bambi is always very helpful. The rooms are always very clean and Ms. Bambi is always very helpful.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
22-Nov-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Nov 21 to Sat Nov 22 2025 at a $85.99 average nightly rate.
"Enjoyed the weekend stay."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Enjoyed the weekend stay.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
02-Sep-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Aug 29 to Sun Aug 31 2025 at a $95.99 average nightly rate.
"Clean, cool and comfortable."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Brandy at the front desk has the best customer service skills. The room was very large and accommodating.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
11-Aug-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Aug 09 to Mon Aug 11 2025 at a $116.49 average nightly rate.
"Wonderful Wedding Stay"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Everything was clean and nice; staff was very pleasant.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
14-May-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sat May 10 to Sun May 11 2025 at a $93.00 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 66 guest reviews

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


  • 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.

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  • 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

    Day 1

  • 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.
  • Day 2

  • 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.
  • Day 3

  • 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.

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Banquet
5'/6'
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Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
Theater Layout
Reception
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist.
Desk
Registration Desk for Meeting
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Accommodates up to 300

Room 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
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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?

    Yes, they have stay dates that support AAA hotel discounts. Example room type: AAA CAA Rate 1 King Bed Continental Breakfast Free WiFi Kitchenette

    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:

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    "Yes it did. I was especially pleased with the price. Because of your outstanding service and immediate attention to my request, I've already referred your services to anyone that needs it. I, too, will continue to use your service in the future." R.W. - Independence, MO

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