See all properties

Shady Rest Motel

Property class: 2.5

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Shady Rest Motel

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a bathroom visible in the background. - Shady Rest Motel (Arapahoe)
A modern kitchen with a long wooden table, black chairs, and a chalkboard menu. - Shady Rest Motel (Arapahoe)
A Shady Rest Motel with a large awning and a single visible door. - Shady Rest Motel (Arapahoe)
A white bathtub with a chrome faucet and a white towel on the side. - Shady Rest Motel (Arapahoe)
A bathroom with a sink, mirror, towel rack, no smoking sign, and a microwave. - Shady Rest Motel (Arapahoe)
Shady Rest Motel provides amenities like free self-serve breakfast and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Off-peak, on budget: 30% or more off select hotels in our fall sale

Skip the crowds, keep the savings. AARP members save more after Labor Day. Book by Oct 7, 2026.

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 4 of 4 rooms

View all photos for Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden dining table with chairs, a desk with a computer, and a bathroom visible in the background.

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a bathroom visible in the background.

Deluxe Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Double Room, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a mirror, and a bathroom visible in the background.

Family Double Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a bathroom visible in the background.

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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. Visit our Arapahoe travel guide
View more Motels in Arapahoe
Map
309 Chestnut St, Arapahoe, NE, 68922

What's nearby

  • Cambridge Golf Course
    18 min drive - 16.8 miles
  • Elwood Reservoir State Wildlife Management Area
    25 min drive - 27.2 miles
  • Lakeside Country Club
    30 min drive - 34.5 miles
  • Johnson Lake State Recreation Area
    30 min drive - 34.7 miles
  • Medicine Creek State Recreation Area
    32 min drive - 31.0 miles

Restaurants

  • Subway
    4 min walk
  • Muddy Creek Saloon
    20 min walk
  • Whips Place
    9 min walk
  • Lee's Crossroads Cafe
    6 min walk
  • Cunningham's Feed
    11 min walk

Similar properties

Breakfast area
Horse Creek Inn
McCook
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 819 reviews
Horse Creek Inn
Compare similar properties

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 self-serve breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • 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 must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 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 not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Shady Rest Motel pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking?

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 25 mi (40 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.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

Shady Rest Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 108 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, good beds , staff very friendly
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, comfortable, quiet, and clean, with friendly staff ( family) place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a clean facility, easy check in/check out. Beds were comfortable. Son and I traveled in for a funeral and only stayed one night. Nice to have a Dollar General across the road.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean comfy room very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in after being on the road all day. Room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Connie

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We are on a long road trip and needed a quick stop. Staff was amazing, place was clean. Just what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very convenient location. Friendly and helpful staff. oh good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was great. I recived text with room number and room code. This was efficient and very easy. Great process
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Simple, but delightful

A simple motel with some great touches. New fluffy towels, fine sack breakfast. Perfect overnight stop on road trip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay clean and friendly owners.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was really clean the staff came in daily and restocked everything. The owner Ryan was super helpful. Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was exactly what we needed, simple, and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This motel was clean and comfortable. The man who checked us in was friendly and welcoming. Great place to stay if you’re in the area!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little hotel, definitely a small town experience! The room had everything we’d need. Very friendly staff at check in!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I found the staff to be genuine. Property is old, but serviceable. Ultimately, I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cortney

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

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