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Burr Oak Motel

2.5 star property
The friendly staff at Burr Oak Motel provides around-the-clock support, ensuring travelers enjoy a stress-free stay with assistance whenever they need it

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Travelers find a cozy retreat at Burr Oak Motel, with free self-serve breakfast and public WiFi. The 24-hour front desk ensures convenient check-in, while on-site vending machines and parking add to the hassle-free experience. Guests consistently praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Algona is home to Burr Oak Motel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Smith Wildlife Area and Smith Prairie Preserve, while Kossuth County Historical Museum and Camp Algona POW Museum are cultural highlights. Visit our Algona travel guide
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1903 Highway 169 South, Algona, IA, 50511

What's nearby

  • Smith Wildlife Area
    1 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Kossuth Regional Health Center
    2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Smith Prairie Preserve
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Ambrose A Call State Park
    4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Shrine of the Grotto of the Redemption
    24 min drive - 23.5 miles

Getting around

  • Fort Dodge, IA (FOD-Fort Dodge Regional)
    58 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Casey's General Store
    3 min drive
  • Casey's General Store
    4 min drive
  • AK's Chrome Kitchen
    5 min drive
  • Cinco De Mayo
    4 min drive

About this property

Burr Oak Motel

Property highlights
Burr Oak Motel provides everything you need. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Burr Oak Motel offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like room service.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • 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 elevator (single-level property)

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  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service

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  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
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 elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Burr Oak Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Burr Oak Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Burr Oak Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Burr Oak Motel located?

Situated in Algona, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Smith Wildlife Area and Smith Prairie Preserve. Kossuth Regional Health Center and Ambrose A Call State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Burr Oak Motel Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

7.8

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 76 reviews

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Decent condition for the area. Needs serious renovation. Great staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sybil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an older motel, but very nice. The room was small, but still had 2 beds, recliner, refrigerator/freezer, microwave, coffeemaker and hair dryer. We didn't expect these for the lower cost than the other motels in the area so we didn't use them. Access to check in and check out were a little more difficult than most, but it worked. Will stay again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great

We stopped here for a night while traveling. The room was clean and easy check in. We like the open to the parking lot because we have a dog. You have to remember this is an older motel so the lighting is darker. We loved a TV that actually worked and we didn't have to mess with a dish.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner was very friendly and gave us good directions to the honor band concert. Nothing fancy but very comfortable. The towels and sheets were bright white and smelled fresh.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ann

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The manager and her husband are sweet and very helpful. The room is solid with a very comfortable bed, a fridge and a microwave. Good deal for the very good price.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and good. The weather was raining, so satellite TV didn’t work. Parking lot has some large pot holes. Breakfast was little Debbie danish and coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wisty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best places we've stayed during the past 6 months of traveling the country. Now, it really depends on which building you stay in. We couldn't stay in the south building at all due to some water damage, but the staff was very kind despite our complaint and promptly put us in the north building in a lovely retro room. Completely quiet, large, comfortable and everything worked great. Actually incredibly rare features for cheaper places, about 100 hotels and none of them had all of those features. The only thing about this place is the north building didn't have outside doors to the room. Would probably stay longer next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Arthur

Disliked: Amenities
PROS: Nice water pressure, air conditioner cooled the room, large room, comfortable chair & bed, nice people. Not terribly run down for its age but it is showing its age. I like easy access to the room. CONS: Advertised breakfast was a joke. Luke warm coffee, packaged sweet bun, and orange drink. The air conditioner was very noisy which made sleeping difficult. The entry door I used had bird droppings on the handle. I would not expect the nest to be moved but I would have expected them to clean the handle and the pile on the step. All-in-all their regular price is fair enough. I would not stay there at the holiday weekend rate again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay. They are very accommodating and very affordable and yes, I would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Marci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The owners Tina & Neal were wonderful! Caring & helpful couple. Older motel but clean & accommodating. Nice stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Terry

It was 9 miles to get food and 21 minutes from our destination
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I checked out within a hour. The room was disgusting, smelled aweful, a plastic bag was over the smoke detector and there was mice. The shower had dirt in it, the towels was stained and the miniblinds were all broke. They even charged me for a pet even though i have a real working service dog. Never again and would not recomend. I stayed the night in my truck instead and i never got a refund. The owner was very sketchy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Staci

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My husband got bitten last night. Be was OK. The Fridge wasn't Plugged in. Bed light was Ok. Water pressure good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Beverley

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a very basic room. Air conditioner work on high only. Towels were old and dirty. Parking lot was a mess. All in all. It served our purpose for a one night sleep. But get breakfast somewhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El cuarto muy limpio y buen servicio lo recomiendo
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
convienient
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Catherine

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lied about providing a breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Traci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
It was a nice clean friendly motel!! The only issue we had was no actual heat ,they had space heaters,and to request a different one cuz the one we had didn't work right!! But was pleased with price,and everything else!! Thank you !!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice motel and very friendly. Not fancy but for the money it is perfect for someone just looking for a place to sleep. Fridge and microwave but no shampoo, conditioner, personal amenities. Also could use a few chairs in front for guests to sit outside. It was actually perfect for me and what I needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Vern

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Sales rep

I used to love the place. However it's very run down and the carpet is filthy. The parking lot has huge ruts/holes again showing no maintainence. The beds must be 50 years old.$49 is too much.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Ryan

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

Would not recommend

Dank, wet carpeting in room, and their "free breakfast" consisted of stale coffee and a plate of Little Debbie Honey Buns.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was a great stay no issues
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Edith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Motel was reasonably clean and comfortable though in need of updating some things. Staff was friendly. Considering the place was booked full of bikers for the ABATE bike rally, my room was quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020