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Gardos Motel

2.5 star property
Central motel with free parking connected to a shopping center in Forest City

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Front of property
Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Free self parking

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1266 West Main Street, Forest City, NC, 28043

What's nearby

  • Bubba's Fun Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Forest City Golf Course - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Bennett Classics Antique Auto Museum - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • The Foundation Performing Arts and Conference Center - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Rutherford County Farm Museum - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Don's Italian Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Don Ramon Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Gardos Motel

Motel near Bubba's Fun Park
Located close to Forest City Golf Course, Gardos Motel provides a free manager's reception. Get out on the links at this motel and enjoy amenities such as a driving range. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, a 24-hour front desk, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Gardos Motel offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shower/tub combinations
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and limited housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)

Things to do

  • Golf driving range

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1965
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 10.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out fee: USD 5

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

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

  • Early check-in fee: USD 10.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 5

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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 Gardos Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gardos Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gardos Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 10.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Gardos Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 5.

Where is Gardos Motel located?

Located in the heart of Forest City, this golf motel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Bubba's Fun Park and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Forest City Golf Course. Lake Lure Flowering Bridge and Chimney Rock State Park are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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Gardos Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 66 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Yes ,it is very accessible
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10

TV did not work, floor was dirty and bed was very uncomfortable. If you need a place thats cheap and just for a night, it'll do, but would avoid unless you have no other options.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

6/10

Broken things like no ice, no plug for the bath tub, not enough electric outlets. The sink was dirty, the floor needed swept. The bedding was clean. The electric plugs kept falling out of the sockets. The gentleman who checked us in and out was very friendly once he verified who we were. The price was definitely right, it was quiet. We really liked our room's location but it was difficult for my handicapped friend to walk up the stairs (my fault for not requesting handicap-accessible room). The water temperature was definitely affected by others turning on/off their water which made showering an adventure. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

6/10

The room accommodated our needs. Plenty of hot water, A/c-Heat worked great and the fridge worked great. The refrigerator, microwave and A/C were unplugged so we had to wait for the fridge to cool. I was not aware the room was for smoker's and the odor was very pungent. Housekeeping was attentive and eager to please. While searching for my grandson's lost marker lid we found a few treasures left from prior visitors including a bag of D&D dice behind the bed, a wrapped oatmeal creme pie behind the other bed and an empty tuna fish can under the tv stand! Not complaining just suggesting that housekeeping steps it up a notch when prepping for the next visitor. As long as your tetanus shots are up to date, you're not sensitive to cigarette smoke, you enjoy a very firm mattress, and you have good knees for climbing the stairs you'll be fine! Enjoy your stay at Gardos Motel!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

2/10

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10

all good!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10

Nice to find a good motel at a good price! Would definitely return. People are the nicest and most helpful ever!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

8/10

It's an older place but it was very affordable. Our water is out at home so we came to shower, sleep in a clean bed and we didn't want to spend alot. The room is clean, and the best part is NO BUGS. We will probably be back next week (: The office staff (probably the owners) was very accommodating and there wasnt alot of noise. Thanks yall for letting me change my room type even though it was my mistake at booking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

2/10

I booked a 4 night stay for work in town there. First night I slept fully clothed. Woke up the next morning fine no issues other than the beds being uncomfortable. The second night slept with my shirt off woke with bug bites all over my lower back. Didn’t have time to look for a new place due to work. The third night slept with a shirt on. Woke the next day with those same bites on my left arm which swelled up. Checked out a night early and slept in my car on my last night. Bc I refused to stay here another night. They never asked how the stay was they don’t give refunds either. So if you are looking to stay here probably book one night at a time. As for me I won’t step foot on that property again. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

6/10

You get what you pay for, and sometimes a little bit more... like black hairs in the bed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10

It was great! There room was cheap but very clean and nice! The Bed was really big and super comfy, check in was quick and easy the hotel staff was really friendly i have zero complaints and will be staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

4/10

It's clean and quiet but. The owners are very nosy and rude and have to many ruled
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10

nice spacey room very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

2/10

Didn’t feel safe
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10

It was a hotel. Had a king bed, frig, micro and TV. It is an old hotel. Everything worked and the price was low. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10

Very clean and great price at night you can sleep peacefully the owner doesn’t allow any drugs or trouble makers for the price you couldn’t find a better place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

2/10

Dall'accoglienza (inesistente e assurda) alla camera, poco più che un garage umido e polveroso, popolato da cimici e disagio, tutto assolutamente assurdo e incommentabile. Per la prima volta nella mia vita (e ho soggiornato anche in posti ben più umili) abbiamo restituito le chiavi e ce ne siamo andati. Sconcertante.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019