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American Motel

2.5 star property
Suburban motel in Wheat Ridge with free parking

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Reception
Banquet hall
Reception
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Meeting facility
American Motel in Arvada Plaza offers a practical home base with essential comforts. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi and on-site laundry. The property features event spaces, an ATM, and vending machines for convenience.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room with Two Double Beds Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room with One King Bed Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Arvada Plaza Area, a neighborhood in Wheat Ridge, American Motel is in the suburbs. Union Station and 16th Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Denver Zoo and Elitch Gardens Theme Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Empower Field at Mile High, or consider Red Rocks Amphitheater for a night out.
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Map
10101 W Interstate 70 Frontage Rd N, Wheat Ridge, CO, 80033

What's nearby

  • Empower Field at Mile High - 12 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Coors Field - 12 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Ball Arena - 13 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Union Station - 13 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Colorado Convention Center - 14 min drive - 9.5 miles

Getting around

  • Wheat Ridge / Ward Station - 3 min drive
  • Arvada Ridge Station - 13 min walk
  • Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪3 Margaritas Wheat Ridge - ‬4 min walk

About this property

American Motel

Motel located in Arvada Plaza Area
American Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • A banquet hall, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • A reception hall, a vending machine, and ATM/banking services
Room features
All 138 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and soap
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from July 17 2025 to January 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting

Property is also known as

American Motel Motel
American Motel Wheat Ridge
American Motel Motel Wheat Ridge

Frequently asked questions

Is American Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at American Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at American Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at American Motel?

Check-out is at 1:00 PM.

Where is American Motel located?

Located in Arvada Plaza Area, this motel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Clear Creek and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Lutheran Medical Center. Lakeside Amusement Park and Applewood Golf Course are also within 6 mi (10 km). Wheat Ridge / Ward Station is 29 minutes by foot and Arvada Ridge Station is 13 minutes.

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Reviews

American Motel Reviews

6.4

5.8

Cleanliness

5.8

Amenities

6.6

Staff & service

6.0

Eco-friendliness

5.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 358 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 358 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 358 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 358 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 103 out of 358 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mason

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

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I have no complaints about my short stay. Everything including the staff were wonderful I’d definitely stay again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick easy and friendly check in and out.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Easy to get around
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Quick and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Checking in and out was simple.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Miss Sandy is very polite an staff are very helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Quick and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

Quick and easy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Staff & service
Checking in was quick and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy in and out.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and easy going.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Quick and easy check in and out
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Quick and easy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick and easy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Typical cheap hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Adam

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a trash heap.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick and easy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick and easy in and out.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Quick and easy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marchell

I liked the place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Staff & service
Easy to get around
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Solo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

John

Friendly checking in and out
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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