Best Western Plus opens near Scott AFB

MASCOUTAH – Best Western International has announced the the opening of the Best Western Plus Mascoutah/SAFB, located at 9730 Hayden Drive.

Owned by BW Hotels, LLC the smoke-free hotel features 80 guest rooms and five suites. Hotel amenities include a full complimentary breakfast, an indoor heated pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Each room is equipped with a 37-inch flat screen television, microwave, mini-refrigerator and free wireless Internet access.

For business travelers, the hotel offers a 24-hour business center with complimentary printing and copy services. There is free Internet access in all public areas and a meeting room accommodating up to 37 attendees.

“We are proud to welcome the Best Western Plus Mascoutah/SAFB to our chain,” said Mike Muir, vice president, North American development for Best Western International. “This property gives guests a quality lodging option when traveling to Southern Illinois.”

The hotel is “just a minute from Scott Air Force Base,” Muir said. The property is touted for its easy access to a variety of attractions including World Shooting Complex in Sparta, McKendree University in Lebanon, Hidden Lake Winery in Aviston, and Downtown St. Louis.

Rates start at $89 per night. Travelers can contact the property directly for special packages.

Best Western has more than 4,000 locations in 100 countries.