Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Does the property allow pets?

Yes, pets are allowed with a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in Aiken, within a 15-minute walk of Virginia Acres Park and Village at Whiskey Shopping Center. It is 0.8 miles from Regal Aiken Mall and Weeks Tennis Center.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is a seasonal outdoor pool available from March 31 to October 01, with access from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

Rollaway beds are available for a fee of USD 15.00 per day, and the property has connecting/adjoining rooms, subject to availability.

Garner Hotel Aiken South - Affordable Stay in Aiken

Average nightly price at Garner Hotel Aiken South by IHG by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$92
February	$92
March	$100
April	$208
May	$103
June	$96
July	$86
August	$86
September	$101
October	$109
November	$106
December	$96

What guests think

Across recent reviews, guests describe Garner Hotel Aiken South by IHG as a mixed experience, citing uneven cleanliness and maintenance, active renovations, variable service interactions, and inconsistent breakfast quality and timing, alongside occasional noise from other rooms or early-morning activity.

Many appreciate the convenient setting near shopping, dining, and downtown Aiken, with reasonable prices for short stays. Room experiences vary widely: some find them comfortable or newly refreshed, while others report small layouts, harsh lighting, and recurring issues with TVs, key cards, or air conditioning. The outdoor pool is a nice perk, though its condition and access can be affected by construction or non guests. Overall, expect convenience with noticeable variability in upkeep and service.

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Facilities

Facilities are mixed. The outdoor pool is appreciated, but ongoing renovations and maintenance issues affected common areas and some amenities, including out of order vending and ice machines.

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Debra

Mar 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice hotel, pet friendly and in the heart of Aiken. Hot breakfast with waffles, eggs and sausage. Laundry room on site.

6

Stephen

Nov 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Under some remodeling construction. Fit requirement of a cheap bed for the night.

10

Dwayne

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice hotel and what you would fully expect at this price point. Very clean property inside and out, including the outdoor pool. Well stocked breakfast with fresh hot bar and ample choices on the cold bar. Convenient location in a good area. Courteous & friendly staff. I recommend and would stay at this property again.

6

Michael

May 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean and comfortable. It lacked things usually furnished such as cups, plastic bags for dirty clothes. There were no vending machines available. Snack items were available but could only be purchased with cash.

10

Kathleen

Jun 27, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

The staff here go above and beyond to accommodate guests and their needs! The hotel is clean and well maintained. The breakfast area is closely monitored and cleaned. The outdoor pool offers a pleasant waynto relax and unwind

8

Zachary

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room smells like cigarettes. People smoking weed outside and people from the neighborhood came to the pool to swim.

2

Alison

Mar 25, 2024

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Property was under construction which wasnt an issue. except the fire alarms were covered in plastic and fire alarm in the room had no batteries. Staff said fire alarms still work when covered with plastic bags.

4

Courtney

Jul 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We honestly thought the hotel was closed. It is taped off, half painted and there are roofers working and throwing trash all over the parking lot from the roof. They put us on the top floor and we had roofers at our window and making noise all day and until dark. There was roof debris in the pool and the workers were jumping in fully clothed.

4

Alonza

Oct 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was under construction which I wasn’t aware of until check in so stuff was everywhere. I was rather disappointed with my stay and the room was rather dirty.

4

Ashley

Jul 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was cut shrubs around building just like someone came and cut and left there also shingles all over

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is inconsistent across stays. Some guests found rooms very clean, while others reported stained or unwashed linens, pests, odors, and dirty carpets or bathrooms, with occasional missing towels or supplies.

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Tracie

Aug 29, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

My room wasn't throughly clean. I didn't notice until i was in the shower, but there were no bath towels in my room. One of the comforters on the queen bed had a spot of blood. It just wasn't a clean stay.

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James

Mar 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There was blood on the comforter, sheets, and pillow case. The bathroom flooded after taking a shower. We left.

2

Bryanne

Jan 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Wish I could give it less than one star! Carpets in the main areas were filthy. Checked in and the first room she assigned us room 202 had liquor bottles everywhere and stained sheets and had not been cleaned. Went back to desk girl apologized then re assigned us to room 107 which we opened the door and was impaled by the most awful dog smelly cat urine smell. Went to put down our bags and looked down and saw a big ole pool of why looked like blood. Went back to desk and she was like oh I’m so sorry and wanted to try to assign us another room. I told her after being grossed out by the blood I would pass and find another hotel. She then told me she could not refund my money even though I had checked in literally 10 min before and had not even got to actually check in to a room because they were filthy. Supposedly manager will call me tomorrow but I am not holding my breath cuz clearly they do not care about the hotel, customer service, or cleanliness

2

Victoria

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The first time I stayed here, there was dust visible on the tables in the room, I thought maybe it was just an oversight so I gave them a second chance. When I stayed the second time I was placed into a room with stains on the sheets and holes. The second room, they placed me in had stains on the sheets and the third had stains on the sheets, as well as the air conditioner being broken. I packed my bags and went to a different hotel.

10

Freda

Nov 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was nice. Hotel was clean and comfortable.

4

Brenda

Apr 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room was not cleaned thoroughly. There was a sock from the previous guest on the floor along with debris also on the floor; hair in the sink. To make matters worse, there was not a single wash/face cloth in the room. I had to call downstairs to have some brought up b4 I could take a shower. Ver disappointing.

10

Lynne

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean, very comfortable

2

Ashley

May 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

As I was laying in bed, I saw a small bug crawling around on my pillow…. Come to find out these bugs are bed bugs! I told the front desk and they moved me to a different room. I’ve stayed here a few times and lately the cleaning has definitely gone down hill. Stains on the bed, dirty counter tops and dirt in the carpets…. I felt like I had bugs in me all night and was so paranoid about bringing them back home with me…

10

Evelio

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was great and clean

10

Leeta Cross

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is easy to find. We arrived late and there were still a few dining options open within a 10 minute ride and a Walmart directly across the street. The hotel room and facilities were very clean. I had a great nights rest! The staff was friendly and accommodating; they didn’t miss a beat. I love that they use Dove products too. It eliminated the need for me to use my own…a definite plus and convenience. In all, I was very impressed with my accommodations and the price was very fair. It met and definitely exceeded my expectations…thank you!

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Rooms

Rooms vary: some guests found beds comfortable or recently refreshed, but many noted small layouts, thin walls with noise from neighbors or pets, harsh lighting, and recurring TV, key card, or AC performance issues.

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Dennis

May 2, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The tv didn’t work

6

Michael

Nov 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Smallest room money can rent.

10

Russ

Aug 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We enjoyed to night. Beds were very comfortable and fresh. Very nice.

6

JMICHAEL

Sep 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice hotel, but the air conditioner didn't work and it was pretty warm in our room even with the ac unit on 59°.

4

Nancy

Jan 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I wouldn't stay there again if I didn't have to. The walls are paper thin. We were given a joining room with a family that was very noisy and had a dog. They woke us up at 4:30 am being very loud. The staff was loud in the hallway bright and early. Barley got any sleep.

6

Joann

Dec 28, 2023

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Property needs work for sure. Beds were uncomfortable. The bed frames make noise when you turn over. There was a hole in the floor in our room. They had tried to cover it but it was still noticeable. I don’t think it’s worth even 60$ a night. Room is small as well. Staff was nice though. There was a younger lady that checked us in and she was nice enough to give suggestions on places to eat. All staff interactions were great. Outside of the property was pretty nice as well. Just the inside needs an upgrade for sure. Can’t speak for breakfast as we didn’t eat there. There was a false fire alarm during our stay very weird not sure what happened. It was fairly clean too. Wouldn’t be my first choice on a place to stay.

6

Grace

May 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed here while in town for a wedding. The staff were very nice, but the room left a lot to be desired. The baseboard in the corner had fully peeled off the wall, the lamps were crooked, and the mattress felt cheap. The lights in the room were terrible blue lights, something more fitting for an office than a place for sleeping. The rest of the hotel looked updated, so I was expecting more from our room.

10

Khaled

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Looks like it’s newly renovated but the colors are awful and the room lighting is just bad in both color and intensity.

4

Donna

Dec 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms were clean. However, the TV didn’t work in the first room so they gave us a second. Had problems with TV in that room as well and when I tried to call the front desk, the phone didn’t work. Impossible to regulate heat/air in room. It read 57 but was very warm. No clocks were set. Table top ones didn’t work, and microwave clock was off. While things looked nice, little things were neglected. One light and USB didn’t work in the first room. TV in adjoining room was very loud. All the small nuisance items, after a long day on the road, made for an unpleasant stay. We wouldn’t stay there again.

6

Nicole

May 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms you could hear every noise possible from other rooms. Dogs barking and waking people up at 2-4am. Garbage truck outside window was loud at 5:30am. Breakfast wasn’t ready until after 7:30am when we were told at check in that it would be ready at 6:30am on a Saturday morning. The rooms were clean and nice but not a lot of space in the bathroom area to have privacy to get ready without waking other family members up.

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Service

Service is mixed: many guests highlight friendly, accommodating staff, but others experienced slow or absent assistance, unhelpful responses about issues or refunds, and occasional rudeness or tense check-in situations.

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Robin

Sep 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely area, staff was beyond excellent. Never did figure out how to make the TV work.

4

Alexandria

May 15, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff was rude my entire stay.

4

Angela

Aug 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

When I called I was told check in was at 2:30pm. 2:34pm- arrived and was told room was not ready, wait 30 minutes and come back 3:20pm- came back, was given room key and told it might be ready by front desk, went to hallway and saw house keeping was in almost every room, and they said my room wasn't ready and front desk didn't tell them it needed to be cleaned. Then house keeping and front desk staff got into argument and front desk staff later came down and threw key at staff and said a few choice words. Manger came in and was informed by front desk staff as to what happened, she paid no attention to customers in the lobby waiting, including myself. Grabbed the phone and walked off. Pool area was nice. Rooms were clean. Lots of lumber laying around front door.

10

Freda

Nov 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was nice. Hotel was clean and comfortable.

4

Brian

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff was not great! First there was no one at the desk and a line of 5 people waiting to check in. The room was not the best with a cockroach walking on the wall while watching tv in the evening. Partial my fault I accidentally booked 3 night and only wanted 2. The person at the desk was not sure how to do a refund for one night so tried to get us to stay longer. Someone was supposed to call me back the next day and never did. I called and left 2 messages about my refund and never received a called back. When I check my credit card, apparently I got a partial refund.

10

Cynthia

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Tabby, at front desk went above and beyond to explain surrounding area. Will return Bill and Cindy. NJ

10

Sonia

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was truly a comfortable stay!! This hotel was very clean!! I would stay here again and the rates were very reasonable. Ms Sonya was just a joy, her personality was amazing!

10

Ashly

Apr 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful stay. Felt safe, hotel was clean, check in lady was super friendly and quick.

8

willie

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Front desk staff Ms. Tabitha was proficient and professional during my stay. If i needed anything she quickly obliged. The hotel is conveniently located near several stores Dollar tree, Walmart, cvs too many to name . Restaurants are close by as well.

2

Emma

Jun 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel was disgusting and in very poor condition. There was exposed carpeting drywall, and an overall dingy appearance and smell. The woman working the front desk was consistently away for more than 15 minutes at a time. There were multiple times where we needed her assistance urgently, and she was not available and not kind. The continental breakfast was disappointing. Overall, this is the worst hotel we have ever stayed at.

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Location

Location is a strong point: close to shopping, dining, and minutes from downtown Aiken; easy to find and generally considered safe, with convenient access including the airport nearby.

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Mary Ashley

Feb 3, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Great value for the money. The room was basic but clean. We did not love that the sink was in the room, close to one of the beds, but it worked out fine. The shower glass had a large gap and water got out onto the floor but could be mopped up with the bathmat; we ended up angling the showerhead away from the door and that helped some. We could never manage to get two working keys - it seemed like every time they fixed one, the original one would stop working. Breakfast was decent - the waffle machine was great! The location is perfect - very close to downtown but also surrounded by every type of fast food or chain restaurant you could imagine (if you want that kind of thing) - and also easy access to farms on the east and south sides of town. Seemed like a safe area. One concern was that when we checked in we were told we had to pay $150 in cash for incidentals, but I think it may have been the employee's first day, as she called her supervisor to confirm that we could just leave a credit card on file. Overall, a good experience and I would stay here again.

8

Debra

Mar 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice hotel, pet friendly and in the heart of Aiken. Hot breakfast with waffles, eggs and sausage. Laundry room on site.

8

Charlie

Oct 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Close to everything

10

Janet

Aug 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable and easy walking to all amenities needed.

10

dennis

Apr 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The location was great.

10

Leeta Cross

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is easy to find. We arrived late and there were still a few dining options open within a 10 minute ride and a Walmart directly across the street. The hotel room and facilities were very clean. I had a great nights rest! The staff was friendly and accommodating; they didn’t miss a beat. I love that they use Dove products too. It eliminated the need for me to use my own…a definite plus and convenience. In all, I was very impressed with my accommodations and the price was very fair. It met and definitely exceeded my expectations…thank you!

6

Jenneane

Sep 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The garner location is incredible with dining and shopping close by. It’s also minutes from downtown Aiken.

8

Cheryl

Nov 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It was a great area. nice and safe.

10

Mitsuo

Apr 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Near to airport

8

willie

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Front desk staff Ms. Tabitha was proficient and professional during my stay. If i needed anything she quickly obliged. The hotel is conveniently located near several stores Dollar tree, Walmart, cvs too many to name . Restaurants are close by as well.

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Dining

Breakfast feedback is inconsistent: several guests enjoyed a hot selection with waffles, eggs, or sausage, while others found it limited or poorly prepared, noted late setup, or observed an unclean area.

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Donna

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Food was so so. Fake eggs No juice no peanut butter. No meat no milk This could be a 4-5 star if some maintenance was done

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Debra

Mar 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice hotel, pet friendly and in the heart of Aiken. Hot breakfast with waffles, eggs and sausage. Laundry room on site.

4

David

Mar 27, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms were under construction, and second room was dirty. Breakfast was dismal and was completely lacking. Staff was not at front desk during check in and took more than 15m to show up

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Dwayne

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice hotel and what you would fully expect at this price point. Very clean property inside and out, including the outdoor pool. Well stocked breakfast with fresh hot bar and ample choices on the cold bar. Convenient location in a good area. Courteous & friendly staff. I recommend and would stay at this property again.

10

James

Aug 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Can’t ask for more. Clean, nice, affordable, hot breakfast, kitchen staff lady superb

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Jenna

Jul 16, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Get what you pay for. Older with stained carpets. Beds we're fine, clean sheets and towels. Some staff were fine, others not. Breakfast better get to it earlier, an hour and half after start-no coffee, no juice, picked over and no one in any hurry to restock.

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Marlin

Mar 29, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and quiet. Good breakfast.

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Geneva

Dec 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The front desk employees were very nice however after checking into my room I discovered the sheets haven’t been changed from the previous guests, as in a full face print of makeup was on the sheets. Food was in the floor between bed and night stand and the room reeked of weed. They did switch me to a slightly cleaner room, however it was still gross and luckily I had travel Lysol. Their “breakfast” area was sticky and had trash everywhere and not sure what it was they were trying to pass as coffee. To call this place a roach motel would be an insult to roaches.

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Nicole

May 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms you could hear every noise possible from other rooms. Dogs barking and waking people up at 2-4am. Garbage truck outside window was loud at 5:30am. Breakfast wasn’t ready until after 7:30am when we were told at check in that it would be ready at 6:30am on a Saturday morning. The rooms were clean and nice but not a lot of space in the bathroom area to have privacy to get ready without waking other family members up.

10

David

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hot breakfast. Clean. Pillows that are soft but have some body.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1	2	3 $156
4 $75	5 $84	6 $80	7 $80	8 $80	9 $84	10 $84
11 $100	12 $99	13 $102	14 $104	15 $105	16 $116	17 $116
18 $102	19 $113	20 $122	21 $118	22 $118	23 $131	24 $131
25 $102	26 $100	27 $100	28 $100	29 $98	30 $98	31 $105

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1 $88	2 $83	3 $93	4 $89	5 $87	6 $91	7 $84
8 $88	9 $91	10 $98	11 $94	12 $142	13 $123	14 $123
15 $90	16 $100	17 $92	18 $97	19 $84	20 $94	21 $91
22 $90	23 $91	24 $94	25 $97	26 $93	27 $88	28 $86
29 $84	30 $86

Garner Hotel Aiken South by IHG

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