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Shady Rest Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Arapahoe with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Two single beds with white linens and unique patterns, a wooden bench, and a wall-mounted TV.
Two single beds with white bedding and a patterned cover, a wooden headboard, and a small desk with a chair.
Bathroom features a bathtub, glass-enclosed shower, and toilet with a towel nearby.
Bathroom features a sink, faucet, soap dispenser, and microwave.
Sink, mirror, and microwave in a well-appointed bathroom.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July

Room options

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Deluxe Single Room

Deluxe Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Double Room

Family Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
309 Chestnut St, Arapahoe, NE, 68922

What's nearby

  • Cambridge Golf Course - 19 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Lakeside Country Club - 36 min drive - 55.5 km
  • Johnson Lake State Recreation Area - 36 min drive - 55.8 km
  • Medicine Creek State Recreation Area - 37 min drive - 49.5 km
  • Nebraska Prairie Museum - 40 min drive - 61.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tornado Alley - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cunningham's Feed Bakery Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ho Jo's Hideaway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cunningham's Feed - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Shady Rest Motel

Property highlights
Shady Rest Motel provides amenities, such as free on-the-go breakfast and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 24-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 4:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
Guests will receive an access code

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25, per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100 per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Shady Rest Motel Motel
Shady Rest Motel RV Park
Shady Rest Motel Arapahoe
Shady Rest Motel Motel Arapahoe

Frequently asked questions

Is Shady Rest Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 100 per night and a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Shady Rest Motel?

As of 14 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shady Rest Motel on 15 July 2025 start from AU$124.23, including 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.

How much is parking at Shady Rest Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shady Rest Motel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Shady Rest Motel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Shady Rest Motel located?

Situated in Arapahoe, this motel is 14.8 mi (23.9 km) from Cambridge Golf Course and within 25 miles (40 km) of Tri Valley Health System and Elwood Public Library. Elwood Reservoir State Wildlife Management Area and Medicine Creek State Recreation Area are also within 32 miles (52 km).

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Shady Rest Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 78 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
There is an interesting distillery on the property. Also, the owner is very kind to bicyclists.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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

I would stay again

Nice little quiet well maintained place.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

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

Perfect motel for travelling through

This is a basic motel. It was perfect for us travelling through Arapahoe. Check out the on site distillery and tasting room. Room was pet friendly, clean and well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cortney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cozy place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

M N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were incredibly friendly. The room was a good size, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

MIKE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was very comfortable. Room was very clean the proprietor was friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randolph

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

Wonderful place

Wonderful owners, comfortable and spacious room. Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

TRACY

Liked: Staff & service
Not any other option for hotel in the town, room was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beds were very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Having the attached Distillery was a plus. Owner was super friendly and i was able to pick up some gifts and a little something for myself.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great value Good food Friendly people Extra clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice spot.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
5 stars all the way. Great hotel in a small town!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The motel is clean and comfortable. The owners and cleaning staff are very hospitable and friendly. Overall the stay was a welcome change from the hotel and motel chains out there.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stuff was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean

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

Very nice hotel in nice area.

Very nicely set up hotel with very nice lady running it. We were provided with breakfast packs which were really nice. Hotel grounds were nice and we sat out at the picnic table in the evening and in the morning. Awesome shower head!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great travel Motel

A traditional roadside Motel updated with all modern conveniences. A very pleasant surprise.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Robert B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely up-dated rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really great experience. The room is very clean. I love the keyless entry option so I didn’t have to keep track of a key card
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My daughter and I got a good night’s rest here before continuing our road trip. I especially appreciated the pre packed breakfast for the road. Great and thoughtful idea!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and well maintained. The beds and shower were great as were the nice fluffy towels. There were only a few people in the motel, so we were surprised when the room next to us was rented. The people staying there came in late and were inebriated (their statement which we heard while they were trying to get into their room) and were pretty noisy. It was too bad they were right next door when it seemed that other rooms were available.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
What a nice surprise for a motel! While the furnishings probably date from the early 90s and a few items could be repaired, they got the most critical things important: The room was clean and the bed was inviting! Plush bed linens along with plush towels that I normally only get at much more expensive hotels. Front desk clerk was deadpan and not exactly warm and welcoming at check-in. Might have been a cultural thing. I'd certainly stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a hidden gem. We found this on our way back from Denver. We were able to book at last minute. It's been recently renovated. They need to update the listing as they no no longer has kitchen for continental breakfast. It's been turned into a distillery. The only thing I can say was bizarre is the location of the microwave. It's on the vanity sink. Just a great little place and we'd stay there again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Don, San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Found myself needing a room in or near Arapahoe as it was halfway point on road trip leg. I usually use a couple of chain groups so I can get points toward a free room, but none were available near here. This turned out to be a diamond in the rough. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful and the room was obviously recently remodeled. I was given a very good sack breakfast when I checked in and the room had a fridge and microwave. This was possibly the most comfortable bed of my 34 day road trip. It's a great little spot and if travels bring me back this way I will certainly stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022