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Champion Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel in Shepherd with 3 restaurants and a 24-hour front desk

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Located conveniently near the airport, Champion Inn provides a practical retreat with on-site shopping and a grocery store for traveler essentials. Guests connect via WiFi while exploring nearby nature reserves or challenging friends to table tennis matches at the property.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Living area | 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, table tennis

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Basic Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
10000 U.S. 59, Shepherd, TX, 77371

What's nearby

  • Sam Houston National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Huntsville State Park - 9 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Lone Star Hiking Trail - 19 min drive - 15.9 miles
  • Big Creek Scenic Area - 21 min drive - 12.6 miles
  • Lake Livingston State Park - 28 min drive - 22.7 miles

Getting around

  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Church's Chicken - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪El Taquito - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪IHOP - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Champion Inn

Hotel in the business district
You can look forward to a grocery/convenience store, a free daily manager's reception, and a coffee shop/cafe at Champion Inn. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a conference center.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a billiards/pool table, and wedding services
  • Table tennis, a nature reserve, and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Champion Inn include comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, memory foam beds, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shower/tub combinations
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • LED light bulbs, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2023
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 5:30 AM

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Cash Breakage deposit: USD 50 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
Property Registration Number 98456212

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Champion Inn Hotel
Champion Inn Shepherd
Champion Inn Hotel Shepherd

Frequently asked questions

Is Champion Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Champion Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Champion Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Champion Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Champion Inn located?

Located in the heart of Shepherd, this hotel is steps from Sam Houston National Forest, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Huntsville State Park and Texas Emergency Hospital. Cleveland Emergency Hospital and Big Creek Scenic Area are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Champion Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

8.2

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 24 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel comfortable very clean and great price ! Well done
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great manager and clean hotel. Will be staying again if I need a place to stay when working out of town.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The prices are reasonable, you can tell it was renovated not long ago with new furniture and the cleanliness of the rooms and entire place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Súper extra clean Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great customer service and friendly environment
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Very nice and clean. Great value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Javed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean facility.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything is brand new.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zhe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean. the room has all needed. the staff was so nice to provide an extra blanket when requested.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
At first glance this Inn is not remarkable but the service is friendly and attentive. The room is simple and clean but lacks sufficient lighting in the room. Overall I would stay here again. Its NOT a 5 star hotel but you will be pleasantly surprised and the cost is very reasonable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Despite the fact it was next to a truck stop and mechanic shop, it was reasonably quiet. The facility was nice, clean and convenient. The room I was in had some unusual furniture - bed and night stands unusually low to the floor and the sink and shower nozzle unusually high so these were inconvenient for short people like me. Despite these inconveniences for me, I rated it excellent because of its cleanliness and the price. There were no frills, but I didn't need "Frills" so I loved it overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Linda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
They weren’t even open smh
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fatima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

corinna

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
SCAM
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Gloria

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Francisco

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
...
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

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