Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available onsite. The parking is limited and is on-site.

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

A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Does the property allow pets?

Pets are allowed with a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. A pet deposit of USD 100 per night is also required. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

Check-in is available at 00:00 and check-out is also at 00:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request but cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility are not provided.

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

The property is located in Arapahoe, approximately 14.8 miles from Cambridge Golf Course and 15.4 miles from Tri Valley Health System. Other nearby attractions include Elwood Public Library (20.5 miles) and Elwood Reservoir State Wildlife Management Area (21.2 miles).

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

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

Shady Rest Motel

What guests think

At Shady Rest Motel, travelers frequently praise clean, comfortable rooms, welcoming owners and staff, and its convenience for a straightforward overnight stop, with extras like grab-and-go breakfast bags and an on-site distillery often mentioned positively.

Some guests noted noise from neighboring rooms or mechanical sounds, and a few reported bathroom issues such as a clogged or dirty tub. While most interactions were friendly and check-in easy, occasional comments cited a cool reception during late-night arrivals and one billing dispute. Expect a clean, no-frills stop suited to road trips and small-town stays.

Facilities

Cleanliness

Rooms

Service

Location

Dining

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Facilities

An on-site distillery and tasting room is a recurring highlight; otherwise, few facilities are mentioned in reviews.

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Dean

Jul 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Having the attached Distillery was a plus. Owner was super friendly and i was able to pick up some gifts and a little something for myself.

10

Brandon

Jan 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a basic motel. It was perfect for us travelling through Arapahoe. Check out the on site distillery and tasting room. Room was pet friendly, clean and well appointed.

10

Karissa

Oct 22, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Really great experience. The room is very clean. I love the keyless entry option so I didn’t have to keep track of a key card

10

Dean

Sep 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nicely set up hotel with very nice lady running it. We were provided with breakfast packs which were really nice. Hotel grounds were nice and we sat out at the picnic table in the evening and in the morning. Awesome shower head!!

10

Kurt

Jun 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There is an interesting distillery on the property. Also, the owner is very kind to bicyclists.

10

Jacqueline

Jun 5, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean! The towels were so nice and big and fluffy!! Loved the mini fridge as well, it had a separate door for the freezer section! The family that runs this place works hard and it shows. thank you!

8

Tammy

Aug 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good place to sleep for the night. The only complaint is that they advertise can check in 24 hours a day and when we got there just after midnight it was very uncomfortable and clear the wife was Very annoyed. I apologized several times for coming so late but thought it was ok since even the office door says they are available 24 hours. The husband was very pleasant. They provide a to go bag breakfast. No pool but we weren’t looking for one. We just needed to rest before getting back in the road. Shower head is very nice.

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Cleanliness

Rooms are generally very clean, with refreshed touches and fluffy towels noted; however, a couple of reviews mention issues like a dirty tub or poor drainage.

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10

Deanna

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We are on a long road trip and needed a quick stop. Staff was amazing, place was clean. Just what we needed.

10

M N

Jul 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were incredibly friendly. The room was a good size, clean and comfortable.

10

Brandon

Jan 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a basic motel. It was perfect for us travelling through Arapahoe. Check out the on site distillery and tasting room. Room was pet friendly, clean and well appointed.

2

Ken

Jun 4, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

You get what you pay for but we expected 4 1/2 stars because of the ratings, and got terrible breakfast, filthy bathtub with hair in it and the stopper for the tub was loose floating around, the bed was terrible and the pillows were not good. It was ok and I think they are trying to do good but there’s a lot of competition in the hotel business and there’s some things they need to correct.

10

Stephen

Nov 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice clean comfy room very nice staff

10

James

Oct 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy check in after being on the road all day. Room was clean and comfortable

6

Brooklyn

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was okay, not rude but she was not friendly. The tub in my room clogged and would not drain so it filled up when taking a shower. There were also loud noises all night, like mechanical or dryers being ran behind my room. Neighboring guests were also extremely loud from 230-330 am. Not terrible but will not be back.

10

Karissa

Oct 22, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Really great experience. The room is very clean. I love the keyless entry option so I didn’t have to keep track of a key card

10

Burt

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms are clean and refinished! Comfortable bed easy check out…

10

Jacqueline

Jun 5, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean! The towels were so nice and big and fluffy!! Loved the mini fridge as well, it had a separate door for the freezer section! The family that runs this place works hard and it shows. thank you!

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Rooms

Rooms are comfortable with updated touches, and several mention good size or spacious layouts; a few guests experienced noise from neighbors or mechanical equipment.

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10

M N

Jul 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were incredibly friendly. The room was a good size, clean and comfortable.

10

Connie

Oct 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Beds were very comfortable

8

Robert B

Aug 5, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Nicely up-dated rooms.

10

Jack

Jun 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This place provided a very comfortable night’s sleep - all the amenities needed for an overnight stay.

10

Randolph

May 27, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Wonderful owners, comfortable and spacious room. Great stay

10

Stephen

Nov 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice clean comfy room very nice staff

10

James

Oct 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy check in after being on the road all day. Room was clean and comfortable

6

Brooklyn

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was okay, not rude but she was not friendly. The tub in my room clogged and would not drain so it filled up when taking a shower. There were also loud noises all night, like mechanical or dryers being ran behind my room. Neighboring guests were also extremely loud from 230-330 am. Not terrible but will not be back.

10

Burt

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms are clean and refinished! Comfortable bed easy check out…

4

Jackie

Jan 2, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Fine for a night. Easy to hear people next door.

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Service

Service is often described as friendly and accommodating with easy check-in, especially from the owners. A few reviews mention a cool late-night reception and a single billing dispute.

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Deanna

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We are on a long road trip and needed a quick stop. Staff was amazing, place was clean. Just what we needed.

10

MIKE

Jun 17, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Stay was very comfortable. Room was very clean the proprietor was friendly and accommodating.

10

M N

Jul 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were incredibly friendly. The room was a good size, clean and comfortable.

10

Connie

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Woman at reception desk was excellent... very warm, friendly approach to greeting and making us feel at home. She took special care in preparing breakfast-on-the-go parcels. We would stay there again.

2

David

Oct 16, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I booked the hotel on Expedia.com, and they charged me $200.70 for two nights, and when I got to the hotel, she charged me another $175 saying they didn't get any of the money from Expedia, and she would have to charge me... so , I paid $375 for a two night stay in a one bedroom small room ... $187 per night... room wasn't that great for that amount of money .... I don't understand the way this works with Expedia... I thought the amount I paid online would cover the reservation, but evidently not... it was a rip off ....

10

Teresa

Jun 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very convenient location. Friendly and helpful staff. oh good.

10

Stephen

Nov 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice clean comfy room very nice staff

10

James

Oct 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy check in after being on the road all day. Room was clean and comfortable

10

Kevin

May 28, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

The motel is clean and comfortable. The owners and cleaning staff are very hospitable and friendly. Overall the stay was a welcome change from the hotel and motel chains out there.

8

Tammy

Aug 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good place to sleep for the night. The only complaint is that they advertise can check in 24 hours a day and when we got there just after midnight it was very uncomfortable and clear the wife was Very annoyed. I apologized several times for coming so late but thought it was ok since even the office door says they are available 24 hours. The husband was very pleasant. They provide a to go bag breakfast. No pool but we weren’t looking for one. We just needed to rest before getting back in the road. Shower head is very nice.

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Location

Convenient for road trips and an overnight stop in a small town; one review notes limited local hotel options.

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Sharon

Jun 7, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

This was a great stay. We were traveling across the country and we're lucky to find this place on our route. Very nice couple owns this motel. They were very nice, check in was easy, and we had a great night's sleep. Highly recommend.

10

Deanna

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We are on a long road trip and needed a quick stop. Staff was amazing, place was clean. Just what we needed.

10

TRACY

Aug 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Not any other option for hotel in the town, room was ok.

10

Brandon

Jan 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a basic motel. It was perfect for us travelling through Arapahoe. Check out the on site distillery and tasting room. Room was pet friendly, clean and well appointed.

10

Jack

Jun 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This place provided a very comfortable night’s sleep - all the amenities needed for an overnight stay.

10

Teresa

Jun 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very convenient location. Friendly and helpful staff. oh good.

10

Lee

Jul 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

5 stars all the way. Great hotel in a small town!!

10

Mark

Aug 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A simple motel with some great touches. New fluffy towels, fine sack breakfast. Perfect overnight stop on road trip.

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Dining

Simple grab-and-go breakfast bags are commonly offered and generally appreciated, though one guest found breakfast poor. Several guests also enjoyed the on-site distillery and tasting room.

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8

Dean

Jul 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Having the attached Distillery was a plus. Owner was super friendly and i was able to pick up some gifts and a little something for myself.

10

Connie

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Woman at reception desk was excellent... very warm, friendly approach to greeting and making us feel at home. She took special care in preparing breakfast-on-the-go parcels. We would stay there again.

10

Brandon

Jan 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a basic motel. It was perfect for us travelling through Arapahoe. Check out the on site distillery and tasting room. Room was pet friendly, clean and well appointed.

2

Ken

Jun 4, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

You get what you pay for but we expected 4 1/2 stars because of the ratings, and got terrible breakfast, filthy bathtub with hair in it and the stopper for the tub was loose floating around, the bed was terrible and the pillows were not good. It was ok and I think they are trying to do good but there’s a lot of competition in the hotel business and there’s some things they need to correct.

10

Dean

Sep 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nicely set up hotel with very nice lady running it. We were provided with breakfast packs which were really nice. Hotel grounds were nice and we sat out at the picnic table in the evening and in the morning. Awesome shower head!!

10

Kurt

Jun 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There is an interesting distillery on the property. Also, the owner is very kind to bicyclists.

10

Mark

Aug 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A simple motel with some great touches. New fluffy towels, fine sack breakfast. Perfect overnight stop on road trip.

8

Tammy

Aug 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good place to sleep for the night. The only complaint is that they advertise can check in 24 hours a day and when we got there just after midnight it was very uncomfortable and clear the wife was Very annoyed. I apologized several times for coming so late but thought it was ok since even the office door says they are available 24 hours. The husband was very pleasant. They provide a to go bag breakfast. No pool but we weren’t looking for one. We just needed to rest before getting back in the road. Shower head is very nice.

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Shady Rest Motel

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

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