Visiting Shaw Air Force Base? Then use this accommodations guide to learn about nearby hotels, motels, and other lodging.
Shaw AFB is home to the Air Force's 20th Fighter Wing of the Air Combat Command which provides, projects, and sustains combat-ready air forces. It is the Air Force's largest combat F-16 wing.
The main gate is just north of US 378 on Shaw Drive.
The closest hotels to Shaw AFB are 8 to 10 miles east of the main gate in Sumter.
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"The entire hotel needed fresh paint and new carpeting. My room wasn't that clean, and I found trash on the floor. The staff was friendly and accommodating and immediately switched my room. Breakfast wasn't good. 2018-08-19"
"The hotel was dirty and really bad. The only redeeming quality was the front desk service. Don't stay here.2018-04-26"
"Good hotel. Bring your own soap and shampoo.2018-03-19"
"Convenient to everything. The room was clean, and the hotel staff was friendly.2017-10-31"
"No coffee maker in my hotel room. I had to change rooms, and the 2nd room was smaller and the sink had a leak.2017-07-25"
"The rates were high, though the accommodations were very fine. The room was clean and quiet, and the staff treated me graciously. Great breakfast. I'd stay again and highly recommend this hotel.2017-05-02"
"I enjoyed my hotel stay. All the employees were nice and considerate. Great breakfast, and the server was sweet.2016-07-09"
"I had a good hotel stay, but wasn't convinced the top bedsheet had been changed.2015-05-19"
"Good hotel.2015-04-07"
"I absolutely loved this hotel. The bed and bedding were incredibly comfortable. I'll be back in town for my wedding, and will be staying here.2015-02-24"
"The room was clean, but the area looked dirty and the pool lights were hanging down. The exercise machines didn't work. I wouldn't stay at this hotel again.2021-08-06"
"No TV or WiFi service the first two nights of our stay. The motel clerk had said they'd be restored quickly, but that wasn't the case.2019-10-19"
"The motel was clean and quiet. Stay here.2019-04-10"
"Not a first-class motel by any means. It needed updating and had landscaping issues. The carpet was dirty.2018-09-20"
"The motel room was so bad that we checked out immediately.2017-06-04"
"Nice hotel. The room was a bit small, but it was fine for 2 people. The bathroom was also small. I enjoyed my stay and was surprised by the really good breakfast. There were a number of hotels in the area. I'd definitely stay again.2016-04-12"
"The motel room was clean, but the carpet was stained and there was a small tear in the fitted bedsheet. No tissue in the holder. The toilet seemed unstable. I had a comfortable stay, but this is a no-frills place.2016-05-23"
We order the hotels on this page by how close they are to this attraction.
Most of our competitors order these same hotels in other ways that make them more money.
How Do We Define Motel?
To us, motels are smaller lodgings that have rooms you can enter directly from the parking area.
At hotels, on the other hand, you can enter your room only through a hall inside the building.
Hotel Booking Tips
Beware of non-refundable reservations that could cost you a lot of money if you change or cancel them. +Non-refundable reservations are a gamble that will usually save you less than $10. If you make a $90 non-refundable reservation instead of a $100 refundable booking, you are betting $90 to win $10. Would you do that in Las Vegas? -
Don't assume you can cancel a non-refundable reservation without penalty if you notify the hotel weeks or even months in advance. +Often you cannot – because some hotels' profit strategy is to get paid more than once for the same room for the same night. -
Always read cancellation policies carefully before you make a reservation. + When is the latest date and time you can cancel without penalty? - More >
When you make a reservation, you will receive a confirmation email. Take a copy with you to the hotel.
The earlier in the afternoon you check into a hotel, the more likely you will get a room or suite that matches your preferences.
