Comfort Inn Laurinburg, Laurinburg

Guests start their day with a free hot breakfast that includes eggs, meat, yogurt, fresh fruit, cereal, and a choice of hot waffle flavors. Monday through Thursday, a manager's reception is offered. A free weekday newspaper and free coffee are available 24 hours a day, plus complimentary fresh-baked cookies daily.

All guest rooms have plush bedding, irons, ironing boards, coffee makers, hair dryers, and cable television with free HBO. Each room includes a microwave and refrigerator; some rooms have sofa sleepers. Non-smoking rooms are available, and valet cleaning services are provided for convenience.

Business travelers can use wired and wireless internet in all guest rooms, voice mail, and spacious work desks. The business center offers copy and fax services. A meeting room is on site for hosting business functions, and event planning staff is available to assist in arranging special occasions.

The hotel has an on-site restaurant with room service available from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Guests can work out in the exercise room or relax in the seasonal outdoor pool. The pool has a fence around it and is open seasonally; the fitness center is also available.

The hotel is located off Highways 401 and 74, one mile from St. Andrews Presbyterian College. Nearby attractions include Rockingham Motor Speedway, University of North Carolina at Pembroke, and the National Railroad Museum. A wide variety of restaurants, cocktail lounges, and specialty shops are nearby, with Wooly McDuffs Neighborhood Bar and Grille right in front of the hotel.

Location: Off Highways 401 and 74, near Rockingham Motor Speedway

Rooms: Plush bedding, microwaves, refrigerators, sofa sleepers

Dining: On-site restaurant with room service 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Business: Meeting room, business center, event planning staff

Amenities: Free hot breakfast, manager's reception, fresh-baked cookies