Along with laundry facilities, this hotel has express check-in and express check-out. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a picnic area, and RV/bus/truck parking are onsite.
Potomac River Motel offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.
This Hancock hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Potomac River Motel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Potomac River. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and laundry facilities are available.
Free WiFi
Free self parking
Services include tour or ticket assistance
Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean accommodations
6 minutes by foot from Potomac River and a 2-minute drive from Chesapeake and Ohio Canal
Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
As a guest of Potomac River Motel, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Potomac River Motel also features express check-in, express check-out, and RV/bus/truck parking. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Hancock hotel.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free uncovered self parking on site
RV/bus/lorry parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
In the mountains
Picnic area
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift (single-level property)
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
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1 floor
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
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Air conditioning
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets: USD 15 per pet, per night
Maximum 2 pets
Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types at the property
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 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Americas Best Value Inn Hancock
Americas Best Value Inn Hotel Hancock
Americas Best Value Hancock
Hancock Motel
Potomac River Motel Hotel
Potomac River Motel Hancock
Potomac River Motel Hotel Hancock
Reviews
Potomac River Motel Reviews
7.2
Good
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7.6/10
Cleanliness
7.6/10
Staff & service
6.6/10
Amenities
6.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 467 reviews
10 - Excellent
134
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 467 reviews
8 - Good
136
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 467 reviews
6 - Okay
100
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 467 reviews
4 - Poor
60
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 467 reviews
2 - Terrible
37
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Timothy
20 Jun 2025
Timothy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Douglas
9 Jun 2025
We needed a place to stay and this did the job, but..,a little grimy in places. Staff was friendly but she seemed a bit overwhelmed and struggled with check in.
Douglas
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
lauren
Travelled with family
8 Jun 2025
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was great, but the bathroom was less than desired. It was surprisingly large well layed out room. However, the bathroom was not clean. This may be because it was a last minute booking though
This was a great little hotel. The owner was very, very friendly and helped get me into an accommodating room right away. The area was very nice. I felt safe. I would definitely recommend this place, especially if you are on a budget. Very budget friendly but clean, friendly and safe. Nice area.
Rough experience. They couldn’t find a room key for my room at check in. Lobby is a hodgepodge of miscellaneous junk. I’ve stayed her years ago and it was better. Now just a tired motel going down hill fast. Waited about 45 minutes for them to clean another room to use.
Scott
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
2/10 Terrible
Janet, Parsons
3 Jun 2025
I can't really rate it because they gave away my paid for room prior to my arrival. And yes - I arrived about 45 minutes prior to the 11:00 p.m. office closure. Neither would they refund my money explaining that it could only be refunded to Expedia.
Very old but I like that. Real wood paneling. A small couch in the room. Chairs and table outside the door. Screen door so you can leave door open without flies. It was raining so the room was really cozy.
Jill
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey
Travelled with family
26 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
It is a work in progress, but Marie is a wonderful hostess and it is obvious that they are doing a good job of fixing it up.
Very bad experience. The room was filthy (band aid on the bathroom floor, bad smell in the room, one of the bed missing bedsheets and showing dirty stains). We were given another room but this time the toilet flush was not working (heard water flowing all night) and the cleanliness was still suspicious.
My stay at Potomac River Motel was a pleasant experience. The owners were very much "hands on" ..friendly..welcoming..accommodating. I will definitely stay again. Highly recommend Potomac River Motel.
The staff/owner were wonderful. The property seems under renovation and/or newly purchased with some repairs still needing to be made. Rates reflect, in my opinion, a good price even so. Beds were very comfortable and I had a good night's sleep. The owner was willing to be present to me at midnight on a late arrival with very little notice. Several restaurants within a mile. Charming area.
Kim
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
6/10 Okay
David
12 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Employees are very friendly and responsive and there is a good, cheap diner across the street. The price is right. Just understand that this is a cheap motel with the connotations that may summon. They had to move me to another room after someone next door to me began yelling and thumping--maybe in withdrawal? All residents must be in by 11pm.
Works for biking the C&O.
The room was okay but dirty, the bed sheets had blood stains on them and the bathroom was disgusting, nothing the cleaning service could do, the entire place needs overhauled, there were hardly any rooms taken and they put us next to someone who I suppose lives there and they weee up all night talking and laughing. So much for some peace and quiet. The girl at the front desk was very nice and personable but I would never stay here again or recommend this hotel