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Trade Winds Motel

2.5 star property
Travelers connect with friendly locals and scenic landscapes during the day, then relax in the evening with companions at this welcoming retreat

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Trade Winds Motel offers authentic small-town hospitality near the Niobrara National Scenic River Headquarters. Guests start their day with continental breakfast, stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and can explore the Cherry County Historical Society Museum just minutes away.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(122 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(87 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Valentine is home to Trade Winds Motel. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Cherry County Historical Society Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center and Smith Falls State Park. Niobrara National Scenic River Headquarters and Borman Bridge are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Valentine travel guide
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1009 E. Hwy 20, Valentine, NE, 69201

What's nearby

  • Bryan Bridge
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Niobrara National Scenic River Headquarters
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Trailhead Park
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Cherry County Historical Society Museum
    1 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Valentine Golf Club
    3 min drive - 2.0 miles

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    16 min walk
  • The Bunkhouse Restaurant & Saloon
    17 min walk
  • Gritty Coffee Co
    2 min drive
  • Frosty Drive-in
    20 min walk
  • Coachlight Cafe
    2 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • 4 slot machines
  • Casino (600 square feet of space)
  • Gaming table

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15.00 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15 per stay

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Trade Winds Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 15.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Trade Winds Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Trade Winds Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Trade Winds Motel located?

Situated in Valentine, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cherry County Historical Society Museum and Niobrara National Scenic River Headquarters. Borman Bridge and Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center are also within 9 mi (15 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

Trade Winds Motel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 723 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 226 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1007 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jody

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It was comfortable, clean and staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overnight stay was good. Room was quiet and allowed good rest before traveling on.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean property, friendly staff and easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanest we have been in several years of travel, absolutely loved the recliner in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Jeri

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Better than expected. Beds okay, quiet enough, clean and functional. Can't complain and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jean

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Room was very comfortable!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed and an easy chair for a ouple of weary travelers. Warm showers in a nice bathroom; great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara

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Check in was very quick. We could not figure out how the TV worked and the manager fixed it for us. The breakfast was good and filling. It was convenient to park right in front of our room. We stayed at Trade Winds both coming and going on our trip to Altoona, Iowa.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

louise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff good location Little far out of town but okay easy to get back in town plenty of parking clean rooms comfortable beds ok breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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The room was clean and the staff was very courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

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Room spotless, courteous staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Eric

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Disliked: Amenities
Very clean. Last remodel seems 10-plus years ago. I was taken aback when I discovered that one must pay $3 for beverage ice! Breakfast was fair: micro-wavable cheesy omelets, waffle iron, cereal and yogurt. Staff was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Glenda

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Young girl at the front desk was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff; convenient location; good parking; free breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable. I would stager again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and always clean! Our go to when in Valentine.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Morris

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Best stay ever. Chloe was the most Super friendly receptionist and made sure our needs were met for all my family members. Will always be staying there when in Valentine. 🙏
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary

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The room and bathroom were clean. Bed was comfortable. Check in and out was fine and staff was helpful. The bed pillows were a bit too small for our liking but overall it was a good, affordable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

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Simple, basic, clean, perfect. I'd stay again...
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Jon

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Room was clean. Friendly staff a check in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, modern update motel! Convenient location, clean, nice breakfast, highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nolan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was an amazing so kind and welcoming! Clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very nice. Rooms were very clean and comfortable. You can tell they take pride in their property. I will stay there anytime I’m in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Motel is a nice, clean, quiet place to stay. The front desk staff are friendly and welcoming. We will stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025