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Trade Winds Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with a casino, near Cherry County Historical Society Museum

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Trade Winds Motel offers authentic small-town hospitality near the Niobrara National Scenic River Headquarters. Guests start their day with continental breakfast, stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and can explore the Cherry County Historical Society Museum just minutes away.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Standard Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(109 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(83 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
1009 E. Hwy 20, Valentine, NE, 69201

What's nearby

  • Bryan Bridge - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Niobrara National Scenic River Headquarters - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Trailhead Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cherry County Historical Society Museum - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Valentine Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Bunkhouse Restaurant & Saloon - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Coachlight Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Gritty Coffee Co - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mi Toro - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Trade Winds Motel

Motel near Cherry County Historical Society Museum
Located close to Niobrara National Scenic River Headquarters and Borman Bridge, Trade Winds Motel provides free continental breakfast and a casino. For those looking to try their luck, this motel boasts 4 slot machines, a casino gaming table, and a casino VIP room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • Express check-out, an off-leash area, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Trade Winds Motel boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • 4 slot machines
  • Casino (600 square feet of space)
  • Gaming table

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15.00 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15 per stay

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Trade Winds Motel
Trade Winds Motel Valentine
Trade Winds Valentine
Trade Winds Motel Motel
Trade Winds Motel Valentine
Trade Winds Motel Motel Valentine

Frequently asked questions

Is Trade Winds Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 15.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Trade Winds Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Trade Winds Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Trade Winds Motel located?

Situated in Valentine, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cherry County Historical Society Museum and Niobrara National Scenic River Headquarters. Borman Bridge and Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Trade Winds Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 723 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 222 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1001 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay, owners were great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay, we would stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, modern update motel! Convenient location, clean, nice breakfast, highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and great price for the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly desk clerk. Clean room. Overall nice older room. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the staff was accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Liked: Staff & service
location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little motel in Valentine NE! It was exactly what I was looking for. Such a bonus to allow my dogs to stay too!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older hotel but well maintained and updated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, great price, overall we would highly recommend!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Margie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We parked right in front of our door…great for unloading. Room had everything we needed and a decent selection of breakfast food. Price was great!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

MELVYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
enjoyable stay ! CLEAN & QUIET.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice sized room. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We have stopped here in the past The rooms large clean with easy parking outside the door The Breakfast that was offered met our needs Valentine is a friendly town
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here several times before and it’s a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our night at Trade Winds. The bed was notably comfortable. The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was well-sized. Parking was right outside the door and it is well-located to highways into and out of Valentine. It is also quite affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean with comfortable beds. The room had extra pillows and towels. The property offered a continental breakfast that was very good. We would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This motel is always very clean. The breakfast is nothing special but it I’m glad it’s available. The front desk staff is also very friendly. So, thumbs up!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is an older facility, but rooms and overall facility are well maintained. Rooms and bathroom are clean. Easy to find location. Staff are friendly, professional. Check-in was organized, quick and seamless. Overall a very nice facility.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. It is a motel so nothing fancy but staff was nice and the room was comfortable and clean. A welcome stay after a long day of traveling
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here before for annual kayaking trips, clean rooms, good breakfast, friendly staff and grounds clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place and location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming to pets! Clean and pretty property!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was quick. Parking was right outside the door. Comfortable bed and pillows. The breakfast was adequate. The staff was friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025