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Best Western Eau Claire South

2.5 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Eau Claire

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Exterior
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Lobby
Free daily continental breakfast
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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3614 Gateway Drive, Eau Claire, WI, 54701
  • Place, Oakwood Mall
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Eau Claire Dog Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Eau Claire, WI (EAU-Chippewa Valley Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator (Pet Friendly) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (Pet Friendly)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Exterior

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About the neighborhood

Eau Claire

Heart of Eau Claire.With a stay at this Oakwood Hills hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Oakwood Mall and 2 miles (3 km) of Eau Claire Dog Park. Also, Lowes Creek County Park is within 3 miles (5 km) and University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Oakwood Mall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Eau Claire Dog Park - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Chaos Waterpark - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire - 4 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Pablo Center at the Confluence - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles

Getting around

  • Eau Claire, WI (EAU-Chippewa Valley Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kobes - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Best Western Eau Claire South

Hotel perfectly located for exploring Eau Claire
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There's an onsite business center. A fitness center, a library, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Eau Claire South. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Eau Claire hotel is smoke free.

  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Best Western Eau Claire South offers 58 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 49-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Shopping

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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express 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

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Weight limit: 80 lbs per pet
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation. 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).

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Country Inn Carlson Eau Claire Wi Hotel
Best Eau Claire Eau Claire
Best Western Eau Claire South Hotel
Best Western Eau Claire South Eau Claire
Best Western Eau Claire South Hotel Eau Claire

Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Eau Claire South to the airport?

Best Western Eau Claire South is 10 mi (17-min drive) away from the Eau Claire, WI (EAU-Chippewa Valley Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Eau Claire South?

As of Nov 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Eau Claire South on Dec 6, 2025 start from $101.15, excluding 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.

Does Best Western Eau Claire South have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Eau Claire South.

How close is Best Western Eau Claire South to the beach?

This hotel is 6.2 mi (13-min drive) from Half Moon Beach.

Does Best Western Eau Claire South offer free breakfast?

Best Western Eau Claire South offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western Eau Claire South?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Best Western Eau Claire South?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Best Western Eau Claire South?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western Eau Claire South have a pool?

Best Western Eau Claire South does not have a pool.

Does Best Western Eau Claire South have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Best Western Eau Claire South have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Eau Claire South to downtown Eau Claire?

Best Western Eau Claire South is 3.9 mi away from Eau Claire.

Reviews

Best Western Eau Claire South Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 527 out of 890 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 890 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 890 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 890 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 890 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Caroline

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

F. Rick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access just off freeway. Safe and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Helen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Ok but room was dated and smelled of dirty diapers
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rick

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to from highway, very dog walkable area, but bring your own bags. Fast food close by...and even shopping
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice property. Would have been better if the EV charger didn’t require an unlock code.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michele

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kirk

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

Stopover

In route stoppver
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast just ok
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A more healthy breakfast should be offered.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel Great Location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arvind

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
This is a very average place to stay. Everything you need is here, just nothing extra. Breakfast had many options. Highway noise was loud at times. Our bathroom floor was in need of a heavy duty cleaning and mostof the bathroom fixtures were falling off the wall. Just a bit of TLC needed overall.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. Was very clean and breakfast area was super clean and well stock. Hotel was full and we never ran out of food on breakfast bar, if item was low it was re filled quickly. I would always come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mick

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place for the money. Wish there was a pool and that it was easier to get out of the front parking lot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kristi

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

Nice stop on a long trip

This hotel was very welcoming and was kept up and appeared to be newly remodeled.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dana

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location, easy access to any stores needed. Very good hot breakfast. Clean, updated and quiet location. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025