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Best Western Starke

2.5 star property

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Property amenity
Business center
Lobby
Free daily self-serve breakfast
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Shower Only) | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1290 N Temple Ave, Starke, FL, 32091
  • Place, Wainwright Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Bradford County Public Library
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Eugene l. Matthews historical museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Shower Only)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Shower Only) | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Shower Only)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Shower Only)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Shower Only) | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Shower Only)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Work Desk, Microwave And Refrigerator, Shower Only

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Shower Only, Microwave And Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible-1 King, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, Microwave And Refrigerator, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Starke

Best Western Starke places you within a 10-minute drive of Lake Crosby and Kingsley Lake. This hotel has 51 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Wainwright Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Bradford County Public Library - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Eugene l. Matthews historical museum - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Veteran Memorial Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Shands Starke Regional Medical Center - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Downtown Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Best Western Starke

Guests of Best Western Starke enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. Free parking is included with your stay. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Additional amenities include a computer station, a vending machine, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and ironing boards are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Firepit

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 18 to April 15:
  • One of the swimming pools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 15 per pet, per night
  • 2 total (80 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Best Western Motel Starke
Best Western Starke
Best Western Starke Hotel
Starke Best Western
Best Western Starke Hotel
Best Western Starke Starke
Best Western Starke Hotel Starke

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around Best Western Starke?

This hotel is located in Starke, close to Lake Crosby.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Starke?

As of Mar 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Starke on Mar 29, 2026 start from $119, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at Best Western Starke?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Best Western Starke include a casino on the premises?

No, Best Western Starke doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Best Western Starke?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

Is Best Western Starke a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include rainfall showerheads and free Internet access.

Does Best Western Starke have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Best Western Starke have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Best Western Starke offers free self-serve breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Best Western Starke allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Best Western Starke for a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western Starke?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Best Western Starke?

The closest major airport to Best Western Starke is Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV), which is 27.4 mi away (38 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Best Western Starke?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Best Western Starke.

Best Western Starke Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 352 out of 690 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 690 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 690 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 690 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 690 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was nice very clean the staff was very friendly easy to talk to. But the bed was hard and uncomfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zak

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaChelle

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandria

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room clean but the tv barley did any channels.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine

Liked: Staff & service
Our room was clean and spacious. Love your outdoor seating area with the fire pit and grill. Great location for our drive to Ft. Myers.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antwan

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Degie

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Evangelina

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

William M

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room beside a couple bugs here and there other then that loved the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes room was nice and what I expect staff was help also
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love it
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garrett

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Duane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was great but construction was noisy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

ROBERT, Seminole

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful and kind. Good parking, good location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Adam, Midlothian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing, especially the front desk personnel. The rooms were nice and large. The only negative was the floor was pretty dirty.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place to stay at . It has very thing you need breakfast in the morning, a coffee machine in your room, a swimming pool, iron, ironing board. The room was clean the bathroom was immaculate on arrival with extra soap, shampoo and conditioner, plenty of towels, a great shower water was plenty hot or cool and just enough pressure, the toilet even worked well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with family
Over all a good clean place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Merri

Traveled with family
Clean room and shower. Excellent customer service at check in. My only issue was it smelled like smoke. Really bad like smoke.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All aspects were good. Mattress was pretty firm.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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