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Gardos Motel

2.5 star property
Central motel with free parking connected to a shopping center in Forest City

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Gardos Motel sits close to Forest City Golf Course, offering guests free WiFi and a friendly manager's reception. Visitors can practice their swing at the nearby driving range or head to Bubba's Fun Park for additional entertainment options.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
1266 West Main Street, Forest City, NC, 28043

What's nearby

  • Bubba's Fun Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Forest City Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Tryon International Equestrian Center - 16 min drive - 16.9 miles
  • Lake Lure - 31 min drive - 24.2 miles
  • Chimney Rock State Park - 36 min drive - 26.5 miles

Getting around

  • Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carolina Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Gardos Motel

Motel near Bubba's Fun Park
Located close to Forest City Golf Course, Gardos Motel provides a free manager's reception. Get out on the links at this motel and enjoy amenities such as a driving range. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Gardos Motel offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shower/tub combinations
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and limited housekeeping

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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
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)

Things to do

  • Golf driving range

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1965
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 10.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out fee: USD 5

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 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

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 10.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 5

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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 Gardos Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gardos Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 10.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Gardos Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 5.

Where is Gardos Motel located?

Located in the heart of Forest City, this golf motel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Bubba's Fun Park and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Forest City Golf Course. Chimney Rock State Park is 27.5 mi (44.2 km) away.

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Reviews

Gardos Motel Reviews

6.6

6.6

Cleanliness

5.8

Location

6.8

Staff & service

6.8

Eco-friendliness

6.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 66 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes ,it is very accessible
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

You get what you pay for

TV did not work, floor was dirty and bed was very uncomfortable. If you need a place thats cheap and just for a night, it'll do, but would avoid unless you have no other options.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Rose

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Broken things like no ice, no plug for the bath tub, not enough electric outlets. The sink was dirty, the floor needed swept. The bedding was clean. The electric plugs kept falling out of the sockets. The gentleman who checked us in and out was very friendly once he verified who we were. The price was definitely right, it was quiet. We really liked our room's location but it was difficult for my handicapped friend to walk up the stairs (my fault for not requesting handicap-accessible room). The water temperature was definitely affected by others turning on/off their water which made showering an adventure. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Dawn

Liked: Staff & service

You get what you pay for...

The room accommodated our needs. Plenty of hot water, A/c-Heat worked great and the fridge worked great. The refrigerator, microwave and A/C were unplugged so we had to wait for the fridge to cool. I was not aware the room was for smoker's and the odor was very pungent. Housekeeping was attentive and eager to please. While searching for my grandson's lost marker lid we found a few treasures left from prior visitors including a bag of D&D dice behind the bed, a wrapped oatmeal creme pie behind the other bed and an empty tuna fish can under the tv stand! Not complaining just suggesting that housekeeping steps it up a notch when prepping for the next visitor. As long as your tetanus shots are up to date, you're not sensitive to cigarette smoke, you enjoy a very firm mattress, and you have good knees for climbing the stairs you'll be fine! Enjoy your stay at Gardos Motel!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

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

Nice, clean affordable and nice staff

all good!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

keith

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

AGT would give it 4 YES'S

Nice to find a good motel at a good price! Would definitely return. People are the nicest and most helpful ever!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Beverly

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

Old School American Value

It's an older place but it was very affordable. Our water is out at home so we came to shower, sleep in a clean bed and we didn't want to spend alot. The room is clean, and the best part is NO BUGS. We will probably be back next week (: The office staff (probably the owners) was very accommodating and there wasnt alot of noise. Thanks yall for letting me change my room type even though it was my mistake at booking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked a 4 night stay for work in town there. First night I slept fully clothed. Woke up the next morning fine no issues other than the beds being uncomfortable. The second night slept with my shirt off woke with bug bites all over my lower back. Didn’t have time to look for a new place due to work. The third night slept with a shirt on. Woke the next day with those same bites on my left arm which swelled up. Checked out a night early and slept in my car on my last night. Bc I refused to stay here another night. They never asked how the stay was they don’t give refunds either. So if you are looking to stay here probably book one night at a time. As for me I won’t step foot on that property again. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Yolo

You get what you pay for, and sometimes a little bit more... like black hairs in the bed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

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

Great service and nice hotel!!

It was great! There room was cheap but very clean and nice! The Bed was really big and super comfy, check in was quick and easy the hotel staff was really friendly i have zero complaints and will be staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
It's clean and quiet but. The owners are very nosy and rude and have to many ruled
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Henry

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

comfortable

nice spacey room very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

2/10 Terrible

Heather

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

ot that great

Didn’t feel safe
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

alva

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Looking for a place to sleep

It was a hotel. Had a king bed, frig, micro and TV. It is an old hotel. Everything worked and the price was low. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ash, Rutherfordton, nc

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great price at night you can sleep peacefully the owner doesn’t allow any drugs or trouble makers for the price you couldn’t find a better place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

2/10 Terrible

Marco

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

Un luogo senza dignità, sporco, fetido, orribile.

Dall'accoglienza (inesistente e assurda) alla camera, poco più che un garage umido e polveroso, popolato da cimici e disagio, tutto assolutamente assurdo e incommentabile. Per la prima volta nella mia vita (e ho soggiornato anche in posti ben più umili) abbiamo restituito le chiavi e ce ne siamo andati. Sconcertante.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

2/10 Terrible

sheila

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was horrible My son is covered up with bed bug bites!! Plan to turn this in to somebody to say beware outdated full of bed bugs I would like a refund or a credit for the stay was horrible. Thanks Sheila Young
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

TA

Liked: Staff & service
Alot of people live at this Motel..It was not very up to date. Alot of traffic in and out all hours . Pretty sure drugs are an isdue here..I personally wouldnt stay agsin..
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property had gotten some bad reviews, but this family does an incredible job of making your stay an hospitable experience. They are so kind and go out of their way to serve ypu.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very quiet.i would stay there more.freindly people😊
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Even tho it was packed it was quiet and relaxing the property was clean also
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It had a very small town feel. It was pleasant. The room was nice and well kept
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

2/10 Terrible

Mark, Myrtle Beach

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cockroaches. Peeling paint. Bad stench. Worst place I have ever stayed. How in the world did anyone give it more than one star!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Raviteja, North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and clean motel to stay. Room Service was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Nasty

This is the absolute worse hotel i've ever stayed in. It was old, like 1980 old bed and all. Got ate up by something over night. Had bites all over me and place was very run down w what appeared to be women giving services for money outside! Everything was just old and used up and shower had to figure out a trick to turn on water! It was hands down worse ive seen and stay out 5 days a week....!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
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