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Cottonwood Inn

Property class: 2.5

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A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a mirror, and a view of the bathroom. - Cottonwood Inn (Salem)
A kitchen counter with various appliances and containers, including a coffee maker, a blender, and containers with food items. - Cottonwood Inn (Salem)
A two-story building with a sign reading "Cottonwood Inn." It has a gravel driveway, a covered front porch, and a metal roof. - Cottonwood Inn (Salem)
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Cottonwood Inn provides free continental breakfast and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a red throw blanket, and a red pillow.

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a dresser, and a mirror.

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, each with red pillows and headboards, a small desk, and a mirror.

Signature Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, each with red bedding and white pillows, a nightstand, a lamp, and a mirror.

Signature Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a kitchenette.

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

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(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, each with red and white bedding, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, each with red and white bedding, and a large window with curtains.

Basic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, each with red and white bedding, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Salem is home to Cottonwood Inn. Golf Course on Turkey Mountain and Jim Hinkle Spring River State Fish Hatchery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lodge Lake and Crown Lake. Visit our Salem travel guide
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360 Highway 62 East, Salem, AR, 72576

What's nearby

  • A river winding through a forested landscape with multiple lakes.
    Norfork Lake
    32 min drive - 32.2 miles
  • Golf Course on Turkey Mountain
    17 min drive - 15.5 miles
  • Crown Lake
    18 min drive - 15.5 miles
  • Horseshoe Bend City Hall
    19 min drive - 16.6 miles
  • Mammoth Spring State Park
    32 min drive - 27.9 miles

Restaurants

  • Dairy Queen
    6 min walk
  • SONIC Drive In
    1 min drive
  • Subway
    17 min walk
  • La Montana Mexican Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Senior Carlos Mexican Resturant

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

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.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
Cashless transactions are available
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottonwood Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cottonwood Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Cottonwood Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Cottonwood Inn located?

Situated in Salem, this motel is 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from Golf Course on Turkey Mountain and 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Lodge Lake. Crown Lake and Horseshoe Bend City Hall are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Cottonwood Inn Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 425 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 145 out of 425 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 425 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 425 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 425 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is nice. It has a frig and microwave in the room. There is coffee in the lobby in the morning with continental breakfast. The staff is very friendly. It's a nice place to stay if you are in Salem, Arkansas.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was clean, staff was friendly. We were in a handicap room the shower was good but it needed hand rails to make it safer to get in and out of.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean and affordable! WiFi good! Staff friendly and easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Comfortable place for price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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All was good except slow drains
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and staff was courteous and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. Comfortable beds. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Only minor issue was the commodes are very low to the ground. Hard for older folks to use. Would definitely recommend staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is where my sister and I like to stay when we're in that part of Arkansas. Staff is always helpful. The cost is very affordable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with great staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Well kept motel and staff is incredible
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Found a bed bug in our room . They got us in another room quickly . Rooms could use a fresh coat of paint but for the price they weren't terrible the staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff was friendly and attended to all our needs. Carpet was filthy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Older motel but well cared for in a safe,quiet town
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room awesome staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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A little dated and their towels need to be updated.But other than that, the place is very clean and we would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ac was ok it would've stay comfortable either to hor or cold. The breakfast was ok, room was clean to stay a nught or two it a great place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean and decent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good customer service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Parking is good and air is cold and heat was warm . Room was clean. Staff was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026