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Pelican Motel

2.5 star property
Travelers start with breakfast at on-site restaurants, explore nearby nature, then relax with coffee while planning more adventures.

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Standard Cabin | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster - Pelican Motel (Pelican Rapids)
The Pelican Motel welcomes guests with its convenient location near Maplewood State Park. Visitors can enjoy meals at either of the two on-site restaurants and relax with coffee in the lobby or garden. Free WiFi and helpful multilingual staff make planning daily excursions easy.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Room options

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Standard Single Room | Desk, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Cabin | Desk, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Standard Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Double Futon

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Family Suite | Desk, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Family Mobile Home | Terrace/patio

Family Mobile Home

  • Garden view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Cottage | Terrace/patio

Family Cottage

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Bunk Beds, 1 Queen Futon, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Family Mobile Home

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Business Apartment | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Business Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

About the neighborhood

Pelican Rapids is home to Pelican Motel. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Fergus Falls Center for Arts, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Maplewood State Park and Otter Tail Lake. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like skiing. Visit our Pelican Rapids travel guide
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Map
900 N Broadway, Pelican Rapids, MN, 56572

What's nearby

  • A great state park in central MN. It offers some great views for fall colors and plenty of hiking and camping opportunities.
    Maplewood State Park
    17 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Beautiful wetlands of Hamden Slough on the Detroit Lakes in Audubon, Becker County, Minnesota
    Detroit Lake
    34 min drive - 24.7 miles
  • Foggy Morning Sunrise on Detroit Lake, Minnesota
    Detroit Lake Beach
    37 min drive - 27.6 miles
  • Wonderful recreational area in DL. #lifeatexpedia
    Detroit Mountain Recreation Area
    45 min drive - 33.8 miles
  • Pelican Pete
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Restaurants

  • Cornfield Cafe
    10 min drive
  • VFW Post 5252
    14 min walk
  • Milt's Barn
    14 min drive
  • Sones Asian American
    14 min walk
  • Southtown
    2 min drive

About this property

Pelican Motel

Motel remodeled in 2022 and located near Maplewood State Park
At Pelican Motel, you can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Be sure to enjoy breakfast, brunch, and lunch at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor furniture, smoke-free premises, and a vending machine
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Pelican Motel have comforts such as air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • LED light bulbs, kitchenettes, and full-sized refrigerators/freezers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Big John's Pelican Pizza
  • Taqueria Escobar
  • The Muddy Moose

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1958
  • Renovated entire property - June 2022
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, 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
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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Pelican Motel Motel
Pelican Motel Pelican Rapids
Pelican Motel Motel Pelican Rapids

Frequently asked questions

Is Pelican Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pelican Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Pelican Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pelican Motel located?

Situated in Pelican Rapids, this motel is 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from Maplewood State Park and within 32 mi (52 km) of Fergus Falls Center for Arts and Otter Tail Lake.

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Reviews

Pelican Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 218 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 218 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 218 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 218 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 218 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quant and cozy. Comfy bed and everything was clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room for the price we paid. Clean and spacious lovely front desk staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wenda

Clean, friendly staff, great rate, dog friendly, convenient to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this lil quiet out of the way motel. Gorgeous property, friendly staff, quiet. Will definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Liked: Cleanliness
Area is under construction but the motel is great! Manager very friendly and place is spotless!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

Hidden Gem

The Pelican Motel was a little hidden gem in the area. We spent the weekend visiting several state parks and it fit our needs for overnight lodging perfectly. Our room was cozy and clean with updated furnishings and decor. We would definitely stay again if we are ever in the area again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

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

Upper Minnesota

Very comfortable ideally located.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was amazing, room was very clean and updated, mattress super comfortable. Check in was easy ,friendly. Felt very safe there. Would be nice to have info on local coffee houses, etc. since there is no breakfast at the motel. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in one of the cabins and ut was so cute and cozy. The owners are amazing! Very friendly and even shared some chips and spicy cheese with us. They are pet friendly. We had our dog with us, she was able to spend some outside time on our deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable accommodations. Friendly, attentive, and hospitable owner operators. Close to several really good food options and to the beautiful lakes around Pelican Rapids.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick

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

Nice motel.

Staff was friendly, room was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, very clean and convenient motel room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean, nicely updated, and had a very comfortable bed and quiet place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lew and Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and hosts friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s an older property, but kept up very well. The rooms were very clean and neat.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Great getaway close to Maplewood park.

Delightful old school motel with updates. The owners are very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for a family reunion host was great! Rooms were cool, shower was hot and beds were comfortable. Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ausra

This place was very clean for a motel property. It is conveniently located and has calm and pleasant surroundings and environment.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay for a motorcycle weekend driving the Otter Tail Scenic Byway. Owners are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Normand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute little motel. Comfortable beds and clean. All you need for a short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was family owned so they care about their property and the people they serve.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice cute hotel. Staff was nice. Trouble with my payment. Expedia charged me and so did hotel on check in. Staff handled it and got me a refund.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was updated very nice, soft bed,only problem we had was our shower handle needed to be replaced couldn't regulate the water temperature.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025