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Sentinel Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in West Chester with free parking

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1445 Wilmington Pike, West Chester, PA, 19382
  • Place, Brandywine Battlefield
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Chadds Ford Village & Barn Shops
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Brandywine River Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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 Battlefield - 4 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Newlin Grist Mill - 5 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Chadds Ford Village & Barn Shops - 6 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Brandywine River Museum - 6 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • West Chester University of Pennsylvania - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Wawa
  • ‪Wawa - ‬11 min walk
  • Chick-fil-A
  • ‪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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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

More

  • 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

More

  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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, Brandywine River Museum, and Brandywine Valley. You'll also find Brandywine Battlefield and Chadds Ford Village & Barn Shops 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, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Sentinel Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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 at Sentinel Motel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Sentinel Motel.

Sentinel Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 114 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Heather

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrible. Bugs in room, in sink, just everywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brooke

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s not a 10z
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good customer service 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Don

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Joanne

Traveled with family
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
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

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Traveled with partner
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
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
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

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John

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

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Win Almira

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with partner
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
Place was dirty
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Colleen

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

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Deborah

Traveled with group
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
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
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
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
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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
close and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

David

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

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