Waseca is home to American Motel. Village of Yesteryear and State Orphanage Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Waseca Lakeside Club and Indian Island Winery. Owatonna Arts Center and Paradise Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Waseca travel guide
Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
TV in common areas
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Business services
Conference space
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
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2 floors
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Refrigerator
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Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Desk
Desk chair
Free local calls
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 10 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per night
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Frequently asked questions
Is American Motel pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 10 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at American Motel?
As of 2026/9/18, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at American Motel on 2026/9/20 start from NT$1,975, excluding 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 American Motel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at American Motel?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is American Motel located?
Situated in Waseca, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Waseca County Historical Society Museum and Loon Lake Park. Waseca Lakeside Club is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.
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
American Motel Reviews
7.0
Good
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Cheap but spend a little more and stay elsewhere. We had no key to are room so we had to keep the door proped open when we weren't in the room. They did let us know this before the stay. Be careful eating the breakfast Nats everywhere and mold in the butter. Front desk staff was friendly and the room did its job for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Mary B
2026/9/14
Liked: Staff & service
The hotel was okay. The staff did a great job getting us into our room. The key card reader was not working so our door was open on arrival and when we came back they let us in with their master key. I did feel for the woman helping us as she had to let every guest who came back to the hotel into their room. We were staying because of a wedding in town and the hotel was full because of that. The beds were comfy although they looked like they had been made in a hurry. The carpet in the hall was a bit dated and looked like it needed vacuuming. The room had kinda of a sweet Smokey like smell. Like covering up smoking although the sign on our door said no smoking. For an overnight it was fine. Not the newest of hotels but again, the two women who helped us were great.
I liked that the sheets were clean, bed was comfortable, and it was pet friendly. The staff was nice.
The fridge was filthy w/mold, cigarette ashes on the desk drawer and the floor needed a better sweep.
Suggestion:
Maybe have a destination for dogs to go to the bathroom and something that holds poop bags and have a trash can right by the poop bag dispenser.
I Stopped Here Unexpectedly during the snowstorm on my way through town, I'm really glad I did. The room was very clean, quiet, and offered every thing I needed for a comfortable night. The hotel is reasonably priced, and I enjoyed the wonderful coffee in the morning before getting back on the road. A Great Place To Stay. HIGHLY RECOMMEND....
Room was nice and clean and the staff friendly. Only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because their tv technology needs to be updated, tv kept pausing non stop and picture wasn't the clearest, like I was watching everything in 480i.
I really recommend this place they are very clean and friendly also very helpful! Its a very safe place for yourself, family members also safe for your fur babies! My room was very clean and the bed was very comfortable! Check in was also easy and clean i loved everything about staying bere! Everyone is friendly which made it a plus! The staff always greeted me and had smiles on their faces i really appreciated that. I will definitely be coming back!
Wonderful and friendly place to stay while cleaning up from the flood! Owner was extremely helpful and communicated easily about everything we needed! Will recommend and stay again!
Property is under new management and undergoing updating and renovations. All of this considered found my stay extremely enjoyable. Staff was very friendly and helpful. We'll definitely stay here again and look forward. To seeing how things improve over time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Susan
2025/11/2
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The room was clean. There was cold cereal for breakfast. There was no coffee available. No one answered at the front desk to ask for coffee or when I went to check out.
I've come to this place many times. Its always nice ane quiet when you turn in for the night. I enjoy staying there and I know I'll stay in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Jennifer
2025/7/14
Liked: Cleanliness
Waived pet fee which was nice due to other inconveniences
They are friendly and helpful.
The only thing I wish was better is having higher toilets.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
2023/8/26
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
For the price I expected more up to date, very outdated but was very clean. Staff was friendly, breakfast was a couple doughnuts, cereal and lukewarm coffee. Wouldn’t stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review
6/10 Okay
kathryn
2025/8/26
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The desk staff were VERY KIND AND HELPFUL. The walls are thin, and the neighbors were loud. The room was basic, and mostly clean, but I did have to pluck some hair and other stuff out of the bed before I climbed in, and the bedspread appeared as if someone had been sitting on it before I arrived, and that was not very welcoming. Also: a hairdryer in the room would be great. I did enjoy the morning coffee and a pear.
Good location, easy to access. Breakfast was Kwik trip doughnuts and tampica juice. Cable did not work till later on Saturday.
Overall C- rating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Shelia
2025/10/16
Disliked: Room comfort
The room was clean for the most part. However, there were a lot of drink stains on the end table that had not been washed off. The wash clothes oozed blue dye while using it in the shower, the same color as the cloth. During the night, about 3 a.m., someone kept going in and out of their room for a half hour, letting the door slam behind them. It was very loud and disruptive. The pillows were very hard and flat. I would recommend bringing your own if you stay there. The staff were very friendly and helpful though.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Steven
2024/8/6
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night and it is fine for that. Any longer and I'd choose the other hotel in town. The rooms are dated. They are clean, but may not feel that way. The TVs are tiny and the remotes not very easy to work. No snacks or drinks at the front desk and the vending machines only take cash. The shower was good. The beds were fine.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
PAVEL
2024/9/7
Not bad for one night
Other than having long discussion about my service dog ( no payment for service dogs, they should know that you CANNOT ASK QUESTIONS ABOUT SERVICE DOG - PERIOD ! ), front desk was friendly. Breakfast ? Well, I do like donuts but that was the only thing they offered for breakfast. Not counting cereal :) Otherwise room was clean, smell nice, comfy bed. Water in bathroom sink run rusty so they should check the pipes.