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Viking Jr. Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Saint Peter with free parking

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The Viking Jr. Motel provides a cozy retreat with practical amenities like free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour front desk that helps guests plan their next excursion. Self-parking adds convenience, and previous visitors consistently mention the helpful staff.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
216 W Martin St, Saint Peter, MN, 56082

What's nearby

  • The Arboretum at Gustavus Adolphus College - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Chankaska Creek Ranch & Winery - 3 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • River's Edge Hospital & Clinic - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center - 16 min drive - 14.2 miles
  • Minnesota State University - 18 min drive - 15.1 miles

Getting around

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kwik Trip - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Blue Moon Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Papa Murphy's - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Viking Jr. Motel

Property highlights
Viking Jr. Motel provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Viking Jr. Motel include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and cable channels

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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 Viking Jr. Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Viking Jr. Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Viking Jr. Motel?

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

What time is check-out at Viking Jr. Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Viking Jr. Motel located?

Situated in Saint Peter, this motel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from The Arboretum at Gustavus Adolphus College and within 3 mi (5 km) of Swanson Tennis Center and Seven Mile Creek Park. Drive A Tank and Chankaska Creek Ranch & Winery are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Viking Jr. Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 248 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 248 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 248 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 248 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 248 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price it was exactly what we were looking for. Completely satisfied customers here.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was cozy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

beth

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel room was filthy the shower curtain was moldy the rug hadn’t been vacuumed for months. Garage under the chair and loveseat. I had to clean before I would sleep in there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They graciously allowed us to check in an hour early since we were in town for a wedding. Room clean and staff welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom

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

my go-to place in the area

I stay here a couple of times a year. The rooms are always clean and stocked with the necessities expected for a comfortable stay. The people who work here are some of the friendliest folks I have encountered in my travels. This is not a high-end hotel, but is a good value for the money and close to local activities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
While the linens were clean, the room itself, including the walls, drawers, and carpets, were very dirty. I honestly contemplated sleeping in my vehicle.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Price
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was ok considering they were doing work outside. Hard to tell.

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The carpet was dirty as if it had not been vacuumed. Perhaps stuff blew in between the door and the jam where there was a 1/4 inch space. Putting the two pillows into one case might have made one good pillow. The curtains are hung so that the blackouts cannot be closed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Connie

I was expecting more when I read previous reviews. I am not picky, but this motel was very run down. Everything was very old. No freezer inside mini fridge and no ice on property. Room was 55 degrees with rusty baseboard heat (although it did warm up after a few hours). Would not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Krys

I didnt like the bed. It killed my back. Ugh. I mean atleast give 4 pillows if the bed is going to suck that bad. The staff was nice but they said ring the bell at anytime for help and theyd help and that wasnt true. Understandable but inconvenient when u assure me youd help anytime i ring the bell. Other than that it was decent for the price. Also its an old place so it smelled old. It could definitely use an update.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is very much as 1950s/60s roadside motel. Rooms are small and parking is right outside your room. With that said, this is a surprisingly well maintained motel. The outside looks it’s age, but the room was clean and well maintained. Bathroom was small, but obviously recently renovated with modern tile and everything worked. Staff was very pleasant at checkin. Room was very quiet, which was unexpected as the motel room as full. I stayed here 30 years ago with my dad when I was looking at colleges - this trip was my child looking at the same college. If anything, the motel is in better shape now. The art is decor has been updated and we felt very safe and comfortable. It is not luxurious, but it is a funky blast-from-the-past kind of place. My 17-year-old absolutely loved the experience! I did miss the fiberglass deer that used to decorate the lawn in front of the motel, but that’s probably mostly my nostalgia.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Mr Stan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Relocated expected to stay for a few days..ended up being longer than expected. It was quiet, the showers were exceptional!! Felt safe. 1 thing was I felt the rugs needed a fresh going over with a clean machine.. over all good
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Could have been cleaner floors were pretty dirty the bed was clean and the toilet was clean showers could use a little more attention.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Becky

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rented a room on Expedia. The photos posted of this hotel are very misleading. It looks nothing like the pictures when you pull up to the property. It’s run down. The lawn isn’t very well maintained and there are garbage cans sitting outside of the rooms. Junk sitting out in front of the rooms. I’m assuming people rent rooms that live there. Sitting out on folding chairs smoking. Not inviting at all. Went to the office to tell them we were not going to stay there. Walked in and it’s filthy and smelled of urine. Front desk person told me I had to call Expedia and walked away. It’s cheap yes but does not have a good vibe at all.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
price was right
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Abby

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Well I guess the sheets and towels were clean. That's about it. The tub was dirty, the drain was clogged with hair, it clearly hadn't been vacuumed, and the room was dusty. The proprietors are putting minimal effort into this motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Staff & service
Quick check in
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean room, great price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Charity

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Do not recommend. It seems like the place is trying to update things, but as of now would not recommend. Charged extra for 2 adults, but was not provided extra bath, hand, or wash towels. Tried to get more towels, but no one would answer in the office or by phone. TV was not working. Musty odor to room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Doing a check in behind bulletproof glass is a bit disconcerting. However, staff were very polite and helpful. Building is dated but very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Meranda

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Just the normal

It’s no 5 star hotel but it is clean it’s been years since I’ve last stayed there it’s been updated since then but over all it was a fast stay just somewhere to rest and shower no breakfast might have to ask for extra towels if your bringing someone with you
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cleiton

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

Excellent Early Check-In for a Special Occasion

The host promptly accommodated our early checkin time. This allowed us to change and get ready for a wedding ceremony at 2pm.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Renee

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Old but clean on the outside. 2nd towel had feces on it
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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