Sentinel Motel

Motel in West Chester with free parking

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Housekeeping
Parking included

Explore the area

1445 Wilmington Pike, West Chester, PA, 19382

Place, Brandywine River Museum
‪7 min drive‬
Place, West Chester University of Pennsylvania
‪8 min drive‬
Place, QVC Studio Park
‪13 min drive‬
Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

Valley view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Valley view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Valley view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

West Chester

Located 3 mi (4.8 km) from Brandywine Battlefield, Sentinel Motel is within a 10-minute drive of West Chester University of Pennsylvania. This 18-room motel has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, microwaves, and flat-screen TVs.

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What's nearby

Brandywine River Museum - 7 min drive - 4.8 miles
West Chester University of Pennsylvania - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles
QVC Studio Park - 13 min drive - 8.8 miles
Brandywine Valley - 13 min drive - 5.2 miles
Longwood Gardens - 16 min drive - 10.2 miles

Getting around

Media Elwyn Station - 14 min drive
Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

‪Wawa - ‬3 min drive
‪Wawa - ‬11 min walk
‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sentinel Motel

Motel in West Chester with free parking

Sentinel Motel features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. Free parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. This motel also has a vending machine.

Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and desks.

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free rollaway beds

Breakfast included
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

$73 nightly

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site

Family friendly

In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Vending machine

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

Garden

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

1 building
1 floor
Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

Microwave
Refrigerator

Air conditioning
Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: USD 35

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

Early check-in fee: USD 35 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, 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 cash

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

Check-in: 3:00 PM—-3:00 AM
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

There are no elevators.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Sentinel Motel?

Sentinel Motel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see near Sentinel Motel?

This motel is located in West Chester, close to Longwood Gardens, Chadds Ford Village & Barn Shops, and Brandywine River Museum. You'll also find Brandywine Valley and Brandywine Battlefield within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Sentinel Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Sentinel Motel feature a casino at the property?

No, Sentinel Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Sentinel Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about Sentinel Motel?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a garden and a 24-hour front desk plus some guestrooms include valley views.

Does Sentinel Motel have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Sentinel Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Sentinel Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Sentinel Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sentinel Motel.

Does Sentinel Motel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

What is the closest airport to Sentinel Motel?

The closest major airport to Sentinel Motel is Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL), which is 19.1 mi away (27 minutes by car). Another top airport is Blue Bell, PA (BBX-Wings Field), which is located 29.9 mi away (41-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Sentinel Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Sentinel Motel.

Sentinel Motel Reviews

6.4

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.6/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Jun 22, 2025

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

Good customer service 👍

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Don

Jun 19, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Joanne

Traveled with family

Jun 17, 2025

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

We couldn’t get in the room. The owner was always there and said that if could bother him , if we couldn’t get in. When we returned for the night, all we had to do was turn the knob. Meaning - the door was unlocked. Of course, the dead bolt worked. It is an old motel. Needs updating.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Fran

Business traveler

May 29, 2025

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

Could not stay in the room but paid $86. Dirty everywhere and sheets had long hair all over. Smell was overbearing

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

May 28, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Traveled with partner

May 23, 2025

Only one cup in the room. Ice machine outside didn’t work.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Jan and Troy

Traveled with family

May 22, 2025

The keys didn’t work to any of the rooms, the manager had to let us each in. The chain locks were all rusted and broken off. The floors were dirty from the last person, especially the caulking around the toilet and sink were the worst we’ve ever seen. The sheets didn’t fit the bed. The lady in the room next to us had trouble getting her I.D. Back from him and felt very unsafe. This is the 1st time we’ve had a bad experience using Expedia.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Jesse

Traveled with partner

May 18, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Our room was very dirty, there was "seasoning" all over the floor so we wouldn't take our shoes off. There was something smeared on the mattress protector that may or may not have been poo, gross either way. The water smells like eggs. The man at the desk who im assuming is the owner was very friendly. Seemed like he was the only employee.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Yvonne

May 13, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John

May 12, 2025

Disliked: Amenities

The room was austere and unwelcoming. The water took minutes to get hot and smelled like sulfur. The room had an ice bucket but there was no ice machine on the premises. The parking lot was covered in maple seeds that tracked all over the place and in one’s car.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Gavin

Apr 27, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Win Almira

Jan 1, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with partner

Dec 29, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We always have a great experience here. Friendly staff clean rooms.

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Business traveler, Traveled with partner

Dec 3, 2024

Place was dirty

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Colleen

Nov 25, 2024

Never again will I stay there?

It was the worst place I’ve ever stayed in the shower faucets were rusty and when I ran the water it smelt like rust. I thought it’s no way I’m taking a shower and I did not and the shower doors were really scummy, but it smelt clean the bed had clean sheets on was not bad at all. Microwave was dirty. I had to clean that out before I used it.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Nov 5, 2024

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Deborah

Traveled with group

Oct 27, 2024

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

Horrible, Stay Away!

Horrible. Really old Desk clerk/owner? seemed to not understand english and old system so slow to check in. Was writing down all numbers from credit card on paper. Told him to scribble out when done. Booked 2 beds. Room had one. Move to only room left with 2, which was pretty much a storage room, new boxed headboards propped up against window, and missing one in our room. other headboard had big stain on it, looked like blood. No nightstand, water smelled like sulfur, stand holding tv warped and tv didn't seem to work. shower curtain gross and some stains in bathtub/toilet. no closet and overall just dirty.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Ian

Traveled with partner

Oct 26, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Hmm

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Silvia

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family

Oct 15, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

How can Expedia partner with them it was like one of those horror movies the bathroom was horrible,the sink all of the have rust all over it was looking like some one was murdered in the tub

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Reina, Allentown

Traveled with family

Sep 29, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Anyone that rated this place over a 1 star is a fake review, I promise. We stayed here in a bind one night for baseball tournament. It was the only place in the local area under $200 a night, and booked the day we needed it, so our fault for being desperate hoping for a safe, somewhat clean place to sleep for a few hours before my sons early game. This was by far the worst place we’ve been stayed. Here is a small list: 1. Holes in wall 2. Dirty 3. TV didn’t work 4. Exposed electrical sockets and wires 5. Disgusting, dirty towels 6. Thin walls to clearly hear a couples’ fight 2 door over 7. Dirty toilet 8. Dirty shower 9. Lack of toilet paper 10. Sinks that didn’t drain 11. No inside hotel door lock 12. Fire alarm dangling from the ceiling 13. Bugs in light inside 14. Dirty mattress 15. Ice machine filled with garbage instead of ice If you are in a bind like us or even just want to save $50, go elsewhere and run! It’s amazing that this place is even listed on your site. Sorry but other than the location, there is not 1 thing positive I can say about this disgusting motel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with family

Sep 15, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Room is small but very clean. Nice location. Staff was excellent.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

walter

Jul 29, 2024

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

close and convenient

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

David

Jul 16, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Last place to choose to stay

this property is probably 50+ years old and has never been updated. Bathrooms are terrible. Rusted shower doors that don't work. Dirty toilet bowls that have permanent stains in the bowl. Water out of the faucets smells heavily of iron. Walls in the room are dirty. You can see light under the door. The dead bolt in the door lock did not work.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024