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Shady Rest Motel

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

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Family Double Room | Individually decorated, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Deluxe Single Room | Bathroom sink
Deluxe Double Room | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, towels, soap
Deluxe Double Room | Bathroom sink
Deluxe Double Room | Individually decorated, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Shady Rest Motel caters to travelers with essentials like in-room WiFi, breakfast to-go, and on-site laundry. The 24-hour front desk and express check-out save valuable travel time.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Single Room | Individually decorated, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Individually decorated, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Double Room | Individually decorated, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Family Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Arapahoe is home to Shady Rest Motel. Local points of interest include Cambridge Golf Course, Tri Valley Health System, and Medicine Creek State Recreation Area.
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309 Chestnut St, Arapahoe, NE, 68922

What's nearby

  • Cambridge Golf Course - 19 min drive - 16.8 miles
  • Johnson Lake State Recreation Area - 36 min drive - 34.7 miles
  • Medicine Creek State Recreation Area - 37 min drive - 30.8 miles
  • Nebraska Prairie Museum - 40 min drive - 38.2 miles
  • Phillips Lake State Recreation Area - 51 min drive - 40.7 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Chester's Chicken - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cunningham's Feed Bakery Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Package Shop - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Muddy Creek Saloon - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cunningham's Feed - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Shady Rest Motel

Property highlights
Shady Rest Motel provides amenities like free to-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 premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 24-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 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 elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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 percent

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 elevators

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 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?

Check-out 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 mi (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 mi (52 km).

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