Minecart Motor Lodge

2.5 star property

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Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area
Fireplace
Semi-Private Double | 2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Reception

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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1225 E Main St, Montrose, CO, 81401
  • Place, Montrose Memorial Hospital
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Montrose Lions Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Montrose County Historical Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Montrose, CO (MTJ-Montrose Regional)
    ‪4 min drive‬

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The Double

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Semi-Private Double

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About this property

Minecart Motor Lodge

This smoke-free hotel features a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area and express check-out. Free on-the-go breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area. Housekeeping is available on request.
Minecart Motor Lodge offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature free toiletries. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The free breakfast at Minecart Motor Lodge gets good marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Buckley Park. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a snack bar/deli. Some of the pet-friendly amenities that this property offers include food and water bowls and an off-lead area.
  • Free on-the-go breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include coffee/tea in a common area
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the location
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Montrose County Historical Museum and a few minutes from Museum of the Mountain West
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls and an off-lead area
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Minecart Motor Lodge also features a picnic area, coffee/tea in common area, and express check-out. Free self parking is available.

This Montrose hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free on-the-go breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1930
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 150 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 75 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 75 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay (maximum USD150 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests arriving after 1:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Minecart Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 546 out of 944 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 263 out of 944 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 944 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 944 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 944 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Noma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff that is always ready to help
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Late check in was easy and convenient. Communication was excellent. Room is cute and clean. Great value and location. Would recommend and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Johnny

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean new room, very friendly helpful staff. Also very happy dog. Great stay will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, renovated room that met all of my needs. Room did have an odor of stale cigarettes and/or old doggie but still found receptacle for the great value.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Binh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy to find and access. Rooms were modern and clean. Friendly staff. Quiet and not too crowded in the holiday season.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kody

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay great customer service. Clean rooms. Perfect for our short stay. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nicely revamped motor lodge
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless, beautifully designed, and incredibly comfortable — the kind of place where you instantly feel relaxed. The bed was heavenly, and the amenities were top-tier. Everything felt thoughtfully curated and luxurious without being over the top. The hotel itself is stunning, peaceful, and well-maintained. Whether it was the atmosphere, the cleanliness, or the attention to detail, everything exceeded my expectations. I truly felt taken care of during my entire stay. I would 100% recommend this hotel and can’t wait to come back again. Five stars all the way! 🌟✨
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

deborah L

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean modern rooms and excellent staff! Awesome price!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, comfortable bed and friendly, helpful staff. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bed was outstanding and they have put shelves in the shower…yay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was super clean and quiet. Easy to reserve and find. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean comfortable room. Nice bed. Friendly reception.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Rooms are very small
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blain

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

montalak

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very impressed with this motel. Freshly updated, very clean and comfortable. Awesome price too!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doreen, Trinidad

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was easy and stress free… clean and comfy :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025