Southern Lodge

Motel in Orangeburg with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Dates

August 2025

September 2025

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Ground Floor) | Jetted tub

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Breakfast included
Laundry
24/7 front desk
Housekeeping
Air conditioning
Parking included

Explore the area

3616 Saint Matthews Rd, Orangeburg, SC, 29118-8214

Claflin University
‪6 min drive‬
South Carolina State University
‪7 min drive‬
Edisto Memorial Gardens
‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Ground Floor)

216 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking (Ground Floor)

215 sq ft
Sleeps 2
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking (Ground Floor)

216 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Ground Floor)

216 sq ft
Sleeps 2
2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Orangeburg

Southern Lodge places you within a 10-minute drive of Claflin University and South Carolina State University. This 43-room motel has conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

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What's nearby

Claflin University - 6 min drive - 4.6 miles
Smith-Hammond-Middleton Memorial Center - 6 min drive - 4.8 miles
South Carolina State University - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles
Edisto Memorial Gardens - 9 min drive - 6.6 miles
Congaree National Park - 38 min drive - 24.7 miles

Getting around

Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
‪Wendy's - ‬4 min walk
‪Zaxby's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Southern Lodge

Motel in Orangeburg with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

Southern Lodge features free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and coffee in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a TV in a common area.

Guests can expect to find cable TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Bathrooms are shared.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Welcome to our reception area, where friendly staff are available to assist with your stay.

Pool
Breakfast included
Parking included
Free WiFi

$88 nightly

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Total includes 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
RV/bus/truck parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Free buffet breakfast available daily 5:00 AM to 9:30 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

TV in common areas

Family friendly

In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

Business center

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

1 floor
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
Shower/bathtub combination

Entertainment

Cable channels
Premium channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: USD 35.00

Late check-in fee: USD 35 for check-in after 10 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: USD 35.00

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

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

Cash deposit: USD 100 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

Early check-in fee: USD 35.00 (subject to availability)
Late check-in fee: USD 35 for check-in after 10 PM
Late check-out fee: USD 35.00 (subject to availability)
Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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 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

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

Check-in: 1 PM
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck 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 or credit 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.
The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Southern Lodge

Southern Lodge Orangeburg

Southern Orangeburg

Southern Hotel Orangeburg

Southern Lodge Motel

Southern Lodge Orangeburg

Southern Lodge Motel Orangeburg

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Southern Lodge?

This motel is located in Orangeburg, close to Edisto Memorial Gardens, Smith-Hammond-Middleton Memorial Center, and I.P. Stanback Museum & Planetarium. South Carolina State College Historic District is also within a driving distance of 4.7 mi.

Will I be able to park at Southern Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking and RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Southern Lodge feature a casino on the premises?

No, Southern Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Southern Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Southern Lodge?

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

Does Southern Lodge have a hot tub?

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

Does Southern Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Southern Lodge offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Southern Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Southern Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Southern Lodge?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at Southern Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Southern Lodge.

Southern Lodge Reviews

6.8

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Steven

Jan 11, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Quiet, no frills motel. Friendly staff. Easy access.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

2/10 Terrible

kerry

Dec 27, 2018

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Not what is advertised

What I booked on the website was not what I got had to change the room and still was not what I booked. Hot breakfast to them meant stick it in the non working microwave to heat it up. Never again

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Nov 21, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

2/10 Terrible

Travis

Nov 20, 2018

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

Terrible service. If you book on Hotels.com, they will charge you an additional $15 for each kid staying with you even if you selected the correct number of people to the room online. Total sham and worst experience I've ever had with a motel.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Zen

Nov 11, 2018

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

Pleasant

Pleasant ,close to highway and numerous good restaurants in the area

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Lena, Richmond, VA

Oct 22, 2018

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

I came in town for the local university's homecoming and it was the only hotel available at the time when I booked. I was only in the hotel room a short amount of time, but the time I spent was surprisingly comfortable. The amenities were sufficient for what I needed which was a place to rest at night. It met my expectations for a motel, but served the purpose without issues. The only observation I would note is that the maid service only left new towels and emptied the trash, but for the short stay this was not that big of a deal. The same staff member was there when I arrived and when I left and was pleasant. I would not make this a first choice, but would stay again if required.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Sep 17, 2018

Liked: Staff & service

Stink

Room smell like some one has smoke in there

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

2/10 Terrible

Kenneth, Jacksonville, NC

Sep 1, 2018

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

1-Upon arriving condoms were laying about in the parking lot. 2-The clerk couldn't find the reservation, then put us in a smoking room. 3-Lights in the room did not work, nor did the TV. 4-The breakfast consisted of food with past-due expiration dates. Yogurt was curdled and rancid, cereal was stale. When we left the room without eating the clerk said, "You shouldn't have stayed here."

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Callie

Aug 6, 2018

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

Pleasant low cost place with real value

We came here for #ride2remembersc and needed close, inexpensive place. It may not look nice outside and a bit sketchy since surrounding places are chain and newer, but this has personal touch. Nice staff. Hubby mistakenly booked smoking room, I had emailed to see if can switch. Sam both called and emailed follow up to say it has been taken care of. The small statue and decor at entrance reveals personal touch. The front desk clerk that was being trained didn't know we had prepaid the room via Hotels.com so had kept insisting on payment but Sam treated both her and us kindly and took care of it. Rooms aren't fancy, but are clean (even better than some Franchise ones). Had fridge, free breakfast with real food that even hubby with several food allergies like dairy and gluten could eat. Understand why majority of their guests are repeat customers. We will be for future Ride2Remember rides too. Love the personal touches and friendly employees. Sam, I learned is the owner who had this built 20+years ago. It's his baby and the guests are friends of his baby.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marquetta

Jun 21, 2018

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

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

ISAAC

Jun 3, 2018

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

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

4/10 Poor

Sally

May 23, 2018

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

Won’t Be Staying Again!

It took three times to get us a room. First time, queen bed instead of king size bed. Second time, gave me keys to a king size room. However, when I opened the door to that room, I looked into the face of a woman staring at me asking how did that happen? We both mirrored an expression shock and all, while in May and was lying in the bed. The third time, they got us a small room with a king size bed. In the morning, I was looking forward to a cuppa coffee and a piece of toast or a bagel. As it turns out, they don’t provide a continental breakfast of any sort, other than coffee, if you book online with Hotels.com so be warned. We won’t be staying there again.

Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

James

Apr 17, 2018

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

WONDERFUL HOTEL!

Wow! We had a wonderful stay. As we approached the front door of the hotel, we were met by a receptionist opening the door for us! The room was very clean as well as comfortable. What a great way to end a vacation!

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Mar 30, 2018

Liked: Room comfort

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

Very disappointing

Staff was basically treated us like second class folk because we booked with Expedia rather than directly through them. Despite our reservation saying continental breakfast was included, we were told no because we booked through Expedia. The morning clerk begrudgingly allowed us breakfast.....which was very subpar even for continental (warning...never book for hot breakfast, everything is prepackaged). This may not be true during hometown college events. Lots of other hotels at this location to chose from.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

4/10 Poor

ANTHONY

Mar 26, 2018

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

CAN be BETTER!!!!!

clean room for price

10/10 Excellent

Shandra

Mar 21, 2018

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

great

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

6/10 Okay

Rodney, Georgia

Mar 4, 2018

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No breakfast

If you book through Expedia breakfast is not included. This hotel is just a place to sleep when nothing better is available. There was not a remote for the tv.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Mar 3, 2018

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

Poor Quality Rooms and Service

Clerk on duty was not friendly, did as little as she had to, no smile, had to ask what the room number was. Asked about the breakfast, was told it was not included when room was purchased online as the pricing was so much less online. Sink had cracks, bathroom floor near walls was filthy. Sheets did not fit bed and were bunched up, poorly made. Furniture was nicked all over. Soap, etc. was of very poor quality, towels were extremely rough.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Jan 6, 2018

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

A Hidden Gem

We have stopped at many motels going to Florida but found none as good as the Southern Lodge. Friendly employees, excellent breakfast (for a motel) and accomodations were clean. Stayed 2 nights (going to and coming back from Florida) and each stay was excellent. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

4/10 Poor

Rosanne

Dec 17, 2017

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Not happy

Room was not cleaned very well. Went to use the top drawer and found a pair of dirty / smelly socks. When we advised at front desk they just said we will mark that down. I obviously stared to wonder how the rest of the cleaning was done. Very cursory I am sure. The only good point it was close to highway.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

6/10 Okay

Tony

Dec 13, 2017

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

6/10 Okay

John

Dec 12, 2017

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Breakfast or no breakfast

Compared to similarly priced hotels in the area I found this one to be good value. The builidings are obviously old & some of the renovations have been really sloppy but generally its clean & well kept. No specific complaints. Note that this hotel like so many others offers an 'included' breakfast - unless you book through a 3rd party online such as Hotels.com - what's with that? This little discrepancy is certainly not clear on line.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017