Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee of approximately USD 12 for adults and children.

Are pets allowed at the property?

Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a pet fee of USD 25 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM until midnight, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including accessible parking and facilities. Step-free entrances are also available.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in the heart of Rugby, within a 5-minute drive of the Geographical Center of North America and Ellery Park. It is 1.5 miles from the Victorian Dress Museum and Niewoehner Bell Tower.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of USD 12.0 per stay, and advance request is required. Information about cribs is not provided.

Northern Lights Inn Rugby

What guests think

Reviews of Northern Lights Inn Rugby highlight very friendly, helpful staff and the convenience of an on-site restaurant with generally good, voucher-based breakfasts, while also noting recurring maintenance issues—especially unreliable hot water—that can affect comfort.

Cleanliness feedback is mixed, with several guests finding rooms fresh, but others reporting musty odors, stained linens, and plumbing troubles such as clogged toilets or persistent smells. Rooms are generally quiet and comfortable enough for short stays, yet decor is old and some fittings feel worn, and the pool is out of service. Overall, this is a practical stop for a short, no-frills stay.

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Facilities

The attached restaurant and lounge are a convenient highlight and frequently praised, while the pool is closed/out of service.

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Michael

Nov 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Older hotel, connecting bar restaurant had good food

10

Marianne

Mar 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel. Nice to be connected to restaurant.

10

Peter

Jun 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

There is a restaurant connected to the property. Breakfast is part of the hotel deal and it was excellent.

10

John

Nov 10, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice restaurant on property. Quiet. Near stores.

8

Kelly

Nov 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Old and dated but relatively clean. Reminds me of hotels back in the 80’s. Pool is out of commission. Room is really spacious but sheets aren’t the cleanest. They are washed but there are spots on them.

10

John

Nov 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean simple place. Good restaurant.

6

Gerard

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent Restaurant. Room and service average.

6

darren

Apr 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were very nice, professional. The restaurant attached to the inn was handy and the food and prices were excellent. The bed was very comfy, water was hot and pressure good. Our room had a fridge, microwave and coffee maker, with pods. The heat/cool unit functioned as it should. All that said, the whole building is dated and desperately in need of a renovation. I don’t think the pool has functioned in quite some time. All in all, a good place to stay for an overniter.

6

Mary Ann

Jul 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

the room was clean but was pool side and the pool is unoperable. The smell was awful but sure it was from the pool area. The staff was awesome and beds were comfy

8

Ronald

Apr 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Like the reastraunt and bar connected on. Very conviniant

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Cleanliness

Mixed feedback: some guests found rooms clean, while others noted musty odors, stained linens, and plumbing issues; hot water problems are frequent.

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Andrew

Aug 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I found the room to be less than adequate. There was a musty smell, the carpet was old the walls looked dirty. If you have other options I would use them.

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Pamela

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Was clean and convenient stop along Hwy 2

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Richard

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Clean room

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Jake

Nov 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was very dirty, and the heat was off when we got into the room. When we got the heat working it smelt like somebody went to the bathroom on the heater.

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Kelly

Jul 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

There was a big hole in the wall and a very distinct smell coming from the room in general. Luckily we were only staying for one night. The bathroom looked like it may have the start of mold growing in it. The worst part is the bedding covers were both dirty. Not sure the last time they were washed. I would think these should be being washed on a regular basis. This place used to be nice to stay at, but not sure I could even say that anymore.

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Dustin

Jan 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

First room I was given the bed had been slept in. Second room was not very cleaned. Property has a sewer smell and no hot water

8

Kelly

Nov 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Old and dated but relatively clean. Reminds me of hotels back in the 80’s. Pool is out of commission. Room is really spacious but sheets aren’t the cleanest. They are washed but there are spots on them.

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Melissa

May 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Never received breakfast vouchers. Room smelled musty and of mildew. Our toilet plugged right away.

2

Jaime

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stained sheets, musky smell, a couple daddy long legs running around the room. Clean sheets and functional bathroom

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Jeri

Dec 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Had to get moved to a different room as keys didn’t work. New room had old clothes in drawers, no remote, and barely any hot water.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally quiet with comfortable beds for short stays, but decor and fixtures are dated and some fittings show wear. Sizes vary from cramped to spacious.

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Richard

Apr 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything just great great tv parking

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Kent

Jun 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great place. Very clean, newlly remodeled/modern rooms. New appliances in kitchenette. This place is a little out of the way but well worth the trip!I would definitely stay here again..

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Shirley

Jun 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean but needs some upgrade (carpet, USB ports, WiFi security). Beds were comfortable. Quiet. Helpful if front desk would open earlier than 8am to pick up breakfast vouchers and for checkout.

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james s

Jul 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

All in all not bad stay. Room was clean and fresh. The fixtures and belongings are dated and older. A updated modern look would do wonders

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Rod

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff was friendly and motel was quiet.

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Brian

Sep 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We booked our stay based on photos and review rating provided on Hotels.com. The photos must have been from when the hotel was new as it is currently no where near the condition indicated by photos. The room was musty smelling. The hot water was none existent. The bathroom door would not close. The room door was binding and difficult to gain entry. Furniture was very dated. Carpets needed replacing. Overall, not impressed. The hallway was musty smelling. The exterior of the building was needing a lot of maintenance. To be fair, a couple of items that were good (to be fair). When we inquired about musty smell and asked if breakfast was provided, we were given complimentary breakfast vouchers at attached restaurant. Bedding and towels were clean. Bed was okay. Front office staff were friendly.

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Kelly

Nov 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Old and dated but relatively clean. Reminds me of hotels back in the 80’s. Pool is out of commission. Room is really spacious but sheets aren’t the cleanest. They are washed but there are spots on them.

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David

May 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Location was perfect. Property could use updating.

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William

Aug 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Location was great, good areas to walk. Close to Museum and monument. Adjoining restaurant was helpful. Room was clean. Bathroom was dated. The sink was cracked and very low height. I'd stay there again.

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Roy

Jul 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean but cramped and a little run down. The breakfast that was included was extra good and very prompt.

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly and helpful. Occasional issues include limited front-desk hours and slower or prolonged check in.

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Christine

Jun 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Malia on the front desk was SO helpful, very friendly.

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Bradley

Jun 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Helpful and friendly, i had stayed at a bunch of hotels during my two week trip, the one thing at stood out was it DIDN'T have a funny smell !!! Most places i stayed in had a oder , not unpleasant just an oder, this place even the towles smelt good while i was drying off. 1000% will stay here again if i'm in the area.

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Shirley

Jun 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean but needs some upgrade (carpet, USB ports, WiFi security). Beds were comfortable. Quiet. Helpful if front desk would open earlier than 8am to pick up breakfast vouchers and for checkout.

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Bradley

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful front desk women😎

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Larry

Jun 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Night desk help was excellent

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Timothy

Feb 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Outdated and run down. Took over 25 minutes to check in even though I had secured room through Expedia.

8

Sierra

May 27, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

It had excellent customer service, all the staff were very helpful and pleasant. Easy to find, close to everywhere you need to go.

10

Gregory

Jul 1, 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Great staff.

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Peggy

May 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff very friendly

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Leah

Mar 31, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff was so kind! I got there after a 9-hour flight and they had closed but they took time to get me checked into a room. I was very pleased and would definitely stay there again! 11/10

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Location

Convenient along Hwy 2 and easy to find, with proximity to stores and local sights like the museum and monument. Many describe the setting as quiet.

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Stacie

Nov 21, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room was nice and plenty warm. Lots of grass nearby to walk with dog.

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Neil

Jun 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet location, cafe was a plus.

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Pamela

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Was clean and convenient stop along Hwy 2

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John

Nov 10, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice restaurant on property. Quiet. Near stores.

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Debra

Jun 15, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The convenience to the relatives place I was visiting.

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Ardell

Jul 31, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

It was a quiet stay with reasonable prices.

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David

May 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Location was perfect. Property could use updating.

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William

Aug 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Location was great, good areas to walk. Close to Museum and monument. Adjoining restaurant was helpful. Room was clean. Bathroom was dated. The sink was cracked and very low height. I'd stay there again.

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Sierra

May 27, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

It had excellent customer service, all the staff were very helpful and pleasant. Easy to find, close to everywhere you need to go.

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Michelle

Apr 29, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, quiet, easy to find. Restaurant had good food.

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Dining

Breakfast is provided through the attached restaurant and is frequently praised for quality and value. A few guests experienced slow service, voucher issues, or an occasional miss.

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Peter

Jun 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

There is a restaurant connected to the property. Breakfast is part of the hotel deal and it was excellent.

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Denise

Aug 7, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

We arrived and our room was very stuffy and smelled funny. My husband opened fridge and there was food in it along with mild. Went to front desk and they claim they don't check the rooms after maids clean. They said they trust the maids. Not pleased with that response. Ask about another room and they said they only had 1 left. We took it and once in that room, Water was pooled in the tub because the drain was pulled down. Also smelled musty and drain in sink had black specks. We left until about 1am and came back to door to hotel OPEN so ANYONE could have entered the hotel. NOT COOL. Breakfast on Sunday morning was over an hour before we got our food. French toast tasted SALTY! Not sure how salt is needed for french toast. We ate 2 bites and left. Lastly, maid was outside our door at 9:33 waiting for us to leave when check out is 11am. NOT IMPRESSED

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W

Jun 10, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

The best "breakfast included" EVER! It is provided by the restaurant and you have 5 choices. NOT the usual breakfast included!!

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james s

Jun 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I have stayed here one night a year for 9 years. I like about everything they have and do. The breakfast is at a regular restaurant and very good. Only changes I would like is to have the rooms updated. They are old and outdated

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John

Nov 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean simple place. Good restaurant.

6

Gerard

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent Restaurant. Room and service average.

6

darren

Apr 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were very nice, professional. The restaurant attached to the inn was handy and the food and prices were excellent. The bed was very comfy, water was hot and pressure good. Our room had a fridge, microwave and coffee maker, with pods. The heat/cool unit functioned as it should. All that said, the whole building is dated and desperately in need of a renovation. I don’t think the pool has functioned in quite some time. All in all, a good place to stay for an overniter.

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Kurt

Nov 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice stay except showed rooms had chairs to relax in and did not they tried to find one but none available so I say don’t advertise it Nice to have restaurant and lounge in same building good food but like everywhere slow service but server was really busy and trying to keep up

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Justin

Oct 2, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

I enjoyed my stay at this small motel in Rugby. It also has a restaurant located within the building that serves pretty good food and you cannot beat the convenience.

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John

May 31, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We enjoyed the restaurant being so close. We were able to eat there with our family that live in Rugby the first evening we arrived. The service was wonderful and the breakfasts were very good. We enjoyed being there and will probably return when we come back to Rugby.

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Northern Lights Inn Rugby

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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