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Great Western Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Geary County Historical Museum

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Reception hall
Vending machine
Exterior
Breakfast area
Premium bedding, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Great Western Inn Suites offers a convenient retreat near Playground Park and Fort Riley Military Base. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi and free self parking. Visitors consistently praise the helpful staff and the 24-hour front desk always ready to assist travelers.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Junction City, Great Western Inn is in the historical district. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Playground Park and Milford Lake, while Geary County Historical Museum and Fort Riley Military Base are cultural highlights. Fort Riley and Cloud County Community College are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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Continental Drive, 201, Junction City, KS, 66441

What's nearby

  • Geary County Historical Museum - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Fort Riley Military Base - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Playground Park - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Cloud County Community College - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Irwin Army Community Hospital - 9 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

  • Kansas City International Airport (MCI) - 120 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stacy's Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Highwinds Brewing - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Great Western Inn

Hotel near Geary County Historical Museum
Located close to Playground Park and Fort Riley Military Base, Great Western Inn has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Great Western Inn include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Separate sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces per unit)

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1964
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from August 4 2025 to August 1 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
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 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • 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 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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Great Western Inn Junction City
Great Western Inn Suites Grandview Plaza
Great Western Junction City
Great Western Suites Grandview Plaza
Great Suites Grandview Plaza

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Western Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Great Western Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Great Western Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Great Western Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 PM.

Where is Great Western Inn located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Geary County Historical Museum and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Playground Park. Fort Riley Military Base and Fort Riley are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Great Western Inn Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.2

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 428 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 428 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 428 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 428 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 428 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, kind staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles N.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice very cold AC
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary Lou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Price was ok for location and age of place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was $75. Furniture was older, but the room was clean, quiet, and no bugs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Judy

The view from our room window was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dog friendly motels that charge for dogs should post their fee on Expedia .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tia

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its and old style family hotel. The kind i grew up going to. Beds were comfortable. Staff was accommodating and friendly. Coffee was top notch. Beautiful views and of course our friends the rabbits! Great stay for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older property but has been updated. Pass through Junction City twice a year and stay here because its clean and close to the interstate. Not the cheapest, but close.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnna

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not in the best area of town. Rooms were clean and not to much noise. Reminded me of the roadside motels that we used to stop at on cross-country trips when I was a kid. Basically a decent place to get a good night's sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms are clean, lights outside room are on all night, so the rooms are not very dark. Beds comfortable, but older facility.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for the price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Friendly service nice room and privmce
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy

Room was clean bed was very comfortable and price was good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was great for a one night stay on our way home. Price is great and it was still clean and felt safe.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Mike

It was ok. Wasn’t expecting much but it was clean tho thread bare.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Nice clean room great service bu owner
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy

The room is pretty clean, but stairs to the upstairs are in bad shape.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All good for our one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable stay for a Kansas State football game. Doesn’t require a two night minimum. The rooms are clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Older hotel, but very pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and friendly management. Exceptionally clean rooms and the MOST COMFORTABLE bed I’ve ever had
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place at a decent price. Quiet, clean, safe. Room was very functional (e.g. desk, fridge w/freezer, layout).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good price for location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

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