American Motel, where comfort and convenience meet. Enjoy a continental breakfast, stay connected with in-room WiFi, and take advantage of conference space for your next business meeting. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Farmamerica Minnesota Agricultural Interpretive Center - 10 min drive
Sakatah Lake State Park - 16 min drive
Minnesota State University - 36 min drive
Getting around
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 72 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min walk
Yellow Mushroom Restaurant - 3 min drive
Casey's General Store - 3 min drive
Dq Grill & Chill - 8 min walk
Barney's Drive-In - 4 min drive
About this property
American Motel
When visiting Waseca, American Motel is a great choice to consider. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
51 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–9:00 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Free use of nearby fitness center
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Conference space
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Television in common areas
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch LED TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Crib/infant bed available
Rollaway/extra bed available
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free weekday newspapers
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Desk chair
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per accommodation, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
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.
Also known as
American Motel Waseca
American Waseca
American Motel Motel
American Motel Waseca
American Motel Motel Waseca
Frequently asked questions
Does American Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, American Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at American Motel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 10 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at American Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at American Motel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at American Motel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and practice your swing at the nearby golf course.
What's the area around American Motel like?
American Motel is located a short 20-minute walk from Loon Lake Park.
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American Motel Reviews
Reviews
7.4
Good
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7.6/10
Cleanliness
7.8/10
Staff & service
6.2/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2023
Very clean great place to stay
Douglas
Douglas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2024
Wonderful and friendly place to stay while cleaning up from the flood! Owner was extremely helpful and communicated easily about everything we needed! Will recommend and stay again!
Steve
Steve, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Nov 12, 2024
Too expensive for what you get
This hotel would be less than $50/night anywhere else, but they take full advantage of being 1 of 2 hotels in the area by jacking up the price. (The other hotel is just as expensive and just as bad.)
Nicole
Nicole, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 8, 2023
Quick check-in, pleasant staff, clean facility.
david
david, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 21, 2022
Comfortable beds nice room nice staff
shirley
shirley, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2023
You can tell its family owned, friendly and kind.
Tammi
Tammi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 20, 2022
Just your average hotel, clean and good location
Larry
Larry, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 11, 2024
Clean rooms & good customer service. The grounds could use some weeding and maintaining.
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 10, 2023
This property is incredibly clean and the owners are very accommodating and nice to deal with. We have stayed here several times with our dogs and the rates are more than reasonable!
Steven
Steven, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2022
good stay experience
Side
Side, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 27, 2023
Its an older place but well worth the money
Travis
Travis, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 8, 2023
Thank you for the lovely stay. We will return when in town.
Janice
Janice, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 21, 2023
Good value for the price.
Carla
Carla, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Oct 16, 2024
Was a very bad stay, room gross. Burn holes everywh, dirty sheets, Everythi all dirty n gross, wish I could get a refund
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2024
They are friendly and helpful.
The only thing I wish was better is having higher toilets.
Carolyn
Carolyn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2024
Good location, easy to access. Breakfast was Kwik trip doughnuts and tampica juice. Cable did not work till later on Saturday.
Overall C- rating.
Dawn
Dawn, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 22, 2023
It was a typical mom and pop motel that had older furniture and was not fancy at all, but it was clean and they had doughnuts for breakfast.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2023
Close to where I was visiting. Quiet and clean. Nice staff.
Deidra
Deidra, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2023
I've come to this place many times. Its always nice ane quiet when you turn in for the night. I enjoy staying there and I know I'll stay in the future.
Maurene
Maurene, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 6, 2024
Stayed 1 night and it is fine for that. Any longer and I'd choose the other hotel in town. The rooms are dated. They are clean, but may not feel that way. The TVs are tiny and the remotes not very easy to work. No snacks or drinks at the front desk and the vending machines only take cash. The shower was good. The beds were fine.
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 6, 2024
I was getting married so i got a room for my brother and nephew he said he has had better but all he needed was a bed to sleep in so he said it was fine coild have been nicer and cleaner i think but i didnt stah there
Karla
Karla, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 2, 2023
Rented the room for family members - never actually entered the motel, but there were no complaints
Anne
Anne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2024
Not bad for one night
Other than having long discussion about my service dog ( no payment for service dogs, they should know that you CANNOT ASK QUESTIONS ABOUT SERVICE DOG - PERIOD ! ), front desk was friendly. Breakfast ? Well, I do like donuts but that was the only thing they offered for breakfast. Not counting cereal :) Otherwise room was clean, smell nice, comfy bed. Water in bathroom sink run rusty so they should check the pipes.
PAVEL
PAVEL, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 5, 2024
no breakfast as advertised, No coffee and stale doughnuts. room was somewhat clean. Place to sleep.
Tracey
Tracey, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Aug 26, 2024
Bad cigar smell throughout room even though non smoking room, other…skunkish smell available, not recommended. Open windows kept ac on, left asap