Shady Rest Motel

Property class: 2.5

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Shady Rest Motel provides amenities like free self-serve breakfast and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

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A hotel room with a bed, a wooden dining table with chairs, a desk with a computer, and a bathroom visible in the background.

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Double Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Arapahoe is home to Shady Rest Motel. Local points of interest include Cambridge Golf Course, Tri Valley Health System, and Medicine Creek State Recreation Area. Visit our Arapahoe travel guide
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309 Chestnut St, Arapahoe, NE, 68922

What's nearby

  • Cambridge Golf Course
    18 min drive - 16.8 miles
  • Elwood Public Library
    23 min drive - 26.3 miles
  • Elwood Reservoir State Wildlife Management Area
    25 min drive - 27.2 miles
  • Johnson Lake State Recreation Area
    30 min drive - 34.7 miles
  • Medicine Creek State Recreation Area
    32 min drive - 31.0 miles

Restaurants

  • Subway
    4 min walk
  • Muddy Creek Saloon
    20 min walk
  • Whips Place
    9 min walk
  • Joe's Package Shop
    6 min walk
  • Maaske Garage
    15 min walk

About this property

Shady Rest Motel

  • Property highlights
  • Shady Rest Motel provides amenities like free self-serve breakfast and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self parking
    • Express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
    • Smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Shady Rest Motel offer perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
    • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
    • Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Frequently asked questions

Is Shady Rest Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Shady Rest Motel?

As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shady Rest Motel on Nov 23, 2026 start from $106, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shady Rest Motel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Shady Rest Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Shady Rest Motel located?

Situated in Arapahoe, this motel is 14.8 mi (23.9 km) from Cambridge Golf Course and within 25 mi (40 km) of Tri Valley Health System and Elwood Public Library. Elwood Reservoir State Wildlife Management Area and Medicine Creek State Recreation Area are also within 25 mi (40 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

Shady Rest Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 109 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, good beds , staff very friendly
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, comfortable, quiet, and clean, with friendly staff ( family) place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a clean facility, easy check in/check out. Beds were comfortable. Son and I traveled in for a funeral and only stayed one night. Nice to have a Dollar General across the road.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean comfy room very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in after being on the road all day. Room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beds were very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was very comfortable. Room was very clean the proprietor was friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were incredibly friendly. The room was a good size, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We are on a long road trip and needed a quick stop. Staff was amazing, place was clean. Just what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect motel for travelling through

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very convenient location. Friendly and helpful staff. oh good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was great. I recived text with room number and room code. This was efficient and very easy. Great process
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Simple, but delightful

A simple motel with some great touches. New fluffy towels, fine sack breakfast. Perfect overnight stop on road trip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice hotel in nice area.

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!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay clean and friendly owners.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was really clean the staff came in daily and restocked everything. The owner Ryan was super helpful. Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was exactly what we needed, simple, and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This motel was clean and comfortable. The man who checked us in was friendly and welcoming. Great place to stay if you’re in the area!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little hotel, definitely a small town experience! The room had everything we’d need. Very friendly staff at check in!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cozy place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I found the staff to be genuine. Property is old, but serviceable. Ultimately, I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place

Wonderful owners, comfortable and spacious room. Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023