Best Western Plus Whitewater Inn
"4.1-rated Best Western Plus with Whirlpool Suite near Whitewater River and Indiana casinos; value pricing; honest cleanliness split in recent reviews."
About The Hotel
The Best Western Plus Whitewater Inn sits on Comfort Drive right off I-74 at the Indiana state line, making it a gateway hotel for couples heading to the casinos or the Whitewater River. The Whirlpool Suite is a genuine room type—not a marketing gimmick—with an in-room whirlpool tub for private soaking. At $99–$125 per night, it’s value-priced compared to full-service resorts. Free breakfast and the indoor pool round out the amenities. The front-desk team earns consistent praise for warmth and attentiveness. However, recent reviews show a split on cleanliness: some guests report clean rooms and smooth stays; others note smoke smells, deposit disputes, and housekeeping inconsistency. Read current reviews (last 10) before booking.
What Guests Are Saying
“Good place to stay. Joe at the front desk is always smiling and has a great sense of humor. He’s helpful every time I come by and always greets me warmly. The rooms are clean, and the breakfast has a nice variety. I’d stay here again.” — Anthony S., 5 stars
“This is the dirtiest hotel I have ever checked into. The entire hotel smelled strongly of cigarette smoke, there were strange noises in the hallways, and my room was poorly maintained. I requested a refund and stayed elsewhere.” — Alana T., 1 star
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Genuine Whirlpool Suite with in-room soaking tub
- Warm, helpful front-desk service (Joe and the team frequently praised)
- Excellent value pricing ($99–$125); free breakfast and parking included
- Perfect gateway location: casinos 10 min away, Miami Whitewater Forest 5 min, I-74 access for Cincinnati day trips
- Indoor pool for group soaks; pets allowed
Cons:
- Mixed recent reviews on cleanliness and smoke odors; candid complaints on housekeeping consistency
- Highway location and generic Best Western decor; not a scenic or upscale property
- Deposit disputes and management complaints in recent reviews; read current ratings carefully before booking
- No full-service restaurant; limited on-site dining beyond breakfast
The Location
391 Comfort Dr, Harrison, OH 45030 — directly off I-74 at the Indiana border, 30 min west of downtown Cincinnati, 10 min from Lawrenceburg and Rising Star casinos, 5 min from Miami Whitewater Forest. You can find more details or book your stay on TripAdvisor.
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Guest reviews
What guests are saying about Best Western Plus Whitewater Inn.
"I haven't found a hotel that was as clean and accommodating as this one! From the moment I walked in the door it was nothing but friendly, professional and wonderful. There was a gentlemen working the morning I checked out and he was AMAZING! He really made our stay the best. I appreciate the great hospitality and friendly, honest staff. I forgot my daughters diaper bag and didn't realize it until the next morning after departure. I figured it was a long shot I would get it back but I called and sure enough they had it! Housekeeping turned it in. In today's world that is rare. The rooms were super clean, breakfast was amazing, and the pool was warm, nice, and clean. The friendly staff made our stay that much better. I haven't stayed at a hotel in years that is as great as this one. I would absolutely recommend staying at this hotel, it will not disappoint!!"
— David James
View on Google"First hotel we ever stayed at that had LVP flooring instead of carpet, loved it! Staff was friendly and helpful. Everything was super clean with the exception of the bedside lamps. Nice comfy beds. We travelled with a small dog and it was super convenient and reasonably priced. Typical hotel breakfast. We would stay here again."
— Sue Couture
View on Google"Front desk guy Michael was really great very friendly polite checking us in .GM was awesome. The Night Shift guy, Joe was really good at getting us extra blankets and all the other stuff that we needed. rented the VIP room was very clean. Everything was great and excellent room for parties baby showers are bridal showers. Will be having all my parties here for now on the pool is also great. It’s heated in a good place to be when it’s cold out."
— Linda Harris
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