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If you’re having trouble locating a motel in John Day, let Expedia help you find motels or similar properties from more than 16 accommodations in the larger area. Just use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.

At many motels, you’ll often find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel property, you’ll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. The word “motel” was conceived in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.

Dreamers Lodge: Enjoy access to the library, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Budget 8 Motel John Day: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a private patio.

Enjoy nature with a stop at Malheur National Forest and John Day River. While you’re checking out the area, consider visiting Kam Wah Chung and Company Museum, Grant County Ranch & Rodeo Museum, and Grant County Historical Museum.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we’ve gathered some data about year-round temperatures in John Day to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 66°F, while the coldest months are December and January with an average of 30°F. The snowiest months in John Day are January, February, March, and April, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of snowfall.