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Royal Rest Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Chariton with free parking

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Exterior
Exterior
Double Room
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$111
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June

Room options

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One King Bedroom

One King Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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One Queen Bedroom

One Queen Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
137 Grace Ave, Chariton, IA, 50049

What's nearby

  • Red Haw State Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Lucas County Court House - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Chariton Lanes - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Lakeview Golf and Country Club - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Rathbun Lake - 46 min drive - 36.2 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mexico Lindo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Royal Rest Motel

Property highlights
Royal Rest Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • A 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guest rooms at Royal Rest Motel have perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shower/bath combinations
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, 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 available for USD 10.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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, 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

137 Grace Ave
Royal Rest Motel Motel
Royal Rest Motel Chariton
Royal Rest Motel Motel Chariton

Frequently asked questions

Is Royal Rest Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of 14 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Rest Motel on 16 June 2025 start from AU$111.15, 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 Royal Rest Motel ?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Royal Rest Motel ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Royal Rest Motel ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Royal Rest Motel located?

Situated in Chariton, this motel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Red Haw State Park, Pin Oak Marsh and Lucas County Court House. Chariton Lanes and Franklin Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Royal Rest Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Luther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Larger room than usual for a motel. Clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Garry

Motel: This motel is extremely clean…..beds were comfy & everything worked. Great shower & plenty of clean towels. Physical appearance both inside & out extremely dated …… like from back in the mid -50’s……but so was the nightly room rate. Rates are a true bargain for sure!! GML & fam.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner was kind and helpful, nice place, clean and quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice little simple motel. Clean and quiet. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rylee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
New owner was super nice very accommodating. House keeping was phenomenal rooms were dated but spotless and all amenities were in working order fridge tv shower etc. 11/10 would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Looks fully remodeled. I loved the peach walls!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We went for Knoxville Nationals. The room was clean and ready. The only complaint is that the room needs new pillows!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

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

Hidden Gem

An older motel with all the right amenities: great sheets, pillows, towels, lamps and a clock, microwave and fridge. Even hosted a coin opp washing machine and dryer. Very pleasant and highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed at a number of vintage roadside motels and the majority are rundown and showing their age. Not the Royal Rest however! It was wonderfully maintained, cozy, and stylish and I’d definitely stay here again if I ever come back to the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older facility but pleasantly surprised by interior. Newer bed and pillows. Clean room. Would gladly stay again. Everything you need in an inexpensive clean room for a night or two.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was there to do business and needed internet, my room didn't get good service, I talked to the manager and he offered to hook us up with his own personal internet, but it wasn't strong enough so he moved us to a room that was closer to the router and I finally got the signal I needed. So they went above and beyond to make sure I could do my work while staying there. Very good service, very kind people. Both rooms were very neat and clean. Very quiet also. Will definitely stay again when in that area. My only complaint is it showed a continental breakfast area in pictures, but did not have one.

6/10 Okay

Steve

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Informed of no breakfast available upon checking in, although advertised. Room smelled of mold upon entering, to the point of my wife having problems breathing. Front window unable to secure locked. Comforter on bed was not clean. Needs a whole bunch of maintenance and updating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adrian, the owner, was a prince. They do not have assessible rooms, but he accomodatwd me the best he could. He went to my room with ice and had my room cooled by its AC before i arrived.. I had fallen the second day away from hotel and he assisted me the next day upon my departure. He came to my rooom without requesting him and packed my things into the car. He then went to the gas station to pump my gas. Never have I had such kind, considerate treatment from motel personnel. He thanked me for leaving my room in order and with little mess. Its a true small town, no frills, trditionak motel. Parking space in front of your unit,, refridge, microwave, good TV. People who had boats had a parking space. You could sit on the sidewalk outside your room and enjoy the Iowa evening. No phone in room, so use your cell. Charming!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

sean

Good: internet, tv, comfortable bed, refrigerator and microwave work well. Good rates. Manager is cordial. Hot water is well available. Clean and quiet area. Bad: bath tub only allowed shower use. Needs new carpet.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple and quick check in and check out. Quiet, cozy room. My new motel when I'm visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leroy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Duane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024