Brookside Motel

Motel in Wadena with free parking

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Dates

July 2025

August 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

Housekeeping
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Parking included
Air conditioning

Explore the area

1410 Jefferson St N, Wadena, MN, 56482

Northern Pacific Depot Museum
‪2 min drive‬
Tapley Park
‪4 min drive‬
Whitetail Run Golf Course
‪6 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Sleeps 5
2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Wadena

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Northern Pacific Depot Museum, Brookside Motel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Tapley Park. Each of the 14 rooms at this motel includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

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What's nearby

Northern Pacific Depot Museum - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
Tapley Park - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
Whitetail Run Golf Course - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
Staples Community Center - 31 min drive - 22.4 miles
Otter Tail Lake - 49 min drive - 27.8 miles

Getting around

Staples Station - 26 min drive
Hector Intl. Airport (FAR) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
‪Drastic Measures Brewing - ‬2 min drive
‪Burger King - ‬10 min walk
‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Brookside Motel

Motel in Wadena with free parking

Guests of Brookside Motel enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking if you drive. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing.

Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

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Pet friendly
Parking included
Restaurant
Air conditioning

$75 nightly

Jul 14 - Jul 15

Total includes taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

This property welcomes pets for USD 10.00 per pet, per night
Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

Pet fee: USD 10.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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

Check-in: 1 PM
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards.
The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Brookside Motel?

Brookside Motel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see within easy reach of Brookside Motel?

This motel is located in Wadena, close to Northern Pacific Depot Museum, Tapley Park, and Whitetail Run Golf Course.

Will I be able to park at Brookside Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Brookside Motel include a casino on the premises?

No, Brookside Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Brookside Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Brookside Motel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Brookside Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Brookside Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Brookside Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Brookside Motel for a fee of USD 10.00 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Brookside Motel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Are there rooms with balconies at Brookside Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Brookside Motel.

Brookside Motel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Michael, San Francisco, CA

Oct 5, 2017

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

Very warm and comfortable.

Very warm and comfortable. I had driven many miles that day and would be driving many miles afterwards. I hated to leave..

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Oct 2, 2017

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

Affordable and friendly

Nice affordable motel! Clean, and the owner is very helpful and friendly. Will stay here again :)

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Sep 14, 2017

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

nice place

Nice family run spot, was in area for family wedding. Only problem was housekeeping forgot to come back to pick up garbage one day. We had extra plastic bags so not a crisis. Management very fair on pricing and went out of their way to be nice. Was concerned with customer cash flow.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Bobby

Sep 14, 2017

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

With the exception of the mattress being a little to soft, the stay was great. Everyone is really nice and the room was clean and comfortable

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Sep 3, 2017

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

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

6/10 Okay

ERIC

Sep 1, 2017

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

It was ok stay

Friendly check-in. No toilet paper in the bathroom... called the office but no answer so left a message... no reply. Didn't get tp until the second day. Very poor wifi. Bed comfort wasn't great.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Sep 1, 2017

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

Small hometown feel

Relatively inexpensive, small room but adequate. Low budget but with all the amenities.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

4/10 Poor

Dennis, Rogers, MN

Aug 17, 2017

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very small bathroom. Thin walls, could actually hear conversations from ajoining room. Frequent trains with horns used nearby.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Aug 15, 2017

Liked: Room comfort

My first impression was 'I'm glad I will be here only one night', but it was the best night of sleep I have had in quite some time!!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

Gerald

Jul 11, 2017

Disliked: Room comfort

So So Motel

It was just okay, beds were not comfortable.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Jul 6, 2017

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

Nice little motel.

Nice, quiet location. The owner is very friendly and helpful. I will definetly stay there again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Danielle

Jul 4, 2017

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Jun 19, 2017

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

Not overly fancy but nice place to stay

Great service and very friendly

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Omaha, NE

Jun 11, 2017

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

Our New Go-To Motel For The Area

My family and I travel through this area for fishing trips, and basically need a place to rest after the trip from Omaha, before we begin our week at the resort on Dead Lake (Kimp's Kamp). We stayed here based upon the favorable online reviews, and it exceeded our expectations. The room was impeccably clean and well kept, the beds comfortable, the room more spacious than we expected, and the Wi-Fi had surprisingly good consistency. Michelle (the manager) could not have been more friendly or accommodating. We were actually kind of sorry to leave the next morning! This is basically a comfortable, down-to-earth place to get a good night's rest, so don't expect a complementary breakfast and swimming pool. For what we needed in this case, it was perfect, and we hope to stay there again. Thanks a lot, Michelle!

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

6/10 Okay

Mixmaster, USA

May 17, 2017

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Ok to stay

Was ok. Went a day with no toilet paper and the office was close most all day. Other than that I slept good.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

May 15, 2017

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

Small motel, comfortable beds.

We checked in 15 minutes late and the staff accommodated us kindly. The room was bigger than expected and very clean. The shower was small and there was only one plug in in the bathroom, but it worked just fine. Overall we were very pleased with our stay.

8/10 Good

Shawn, Idaho

Feb 17, 2017

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Surprisingly Comfortable

While the motel building is a bit of a blast from the past, they have upgraded the bathroom and mattress, making the place very comfortable. It was also very clean. Add good quality, free Wi-Fi, and I don't really need anything more out of a room. Oh, it was also at least $20 cheaper than any place else as well. Nice job!

8/10 Good

jane

Nov 21, 2016

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

Vintage homey feel

We were in town for a family gathering and just needed a place to sleep. The Brookside fit that bill. It was clean and quiet, it had a homey feel. The owner was very pleasant. We would definitely stay there again.

8/10 Good

joanne, US

Nov 13, 2016

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

Great stay at Brookside Motel in Wadena, MN.

Good sleeping conditions with supportive mattress, little road noise. Many channels on cable tv. Outlets for charging phones, using laptop or i-pad. Microwave and frig and coffee maker. Could have stayed several nights comfortably.

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER

Oct 28, 2016

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

nice place for a quiet stay with a home feel

beds were comfortable, bedding was nice, had a home feel to the room, had access to walmart and several restaurants near the stay. very close parking, friendly service.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Oct 17, 2016

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Ok stay. What you expect from a small motel. Very clean but aging.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Sep 11, 2016

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Aug 29, 2016

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Smelly room.

the bedding towels smelled like bounce. Bathroom smelled like sewer water backing up. Water started coming up the sink in the bathroom. Both of us had a hard time sleeping in the smell of the room. A room over they were talking really loudly until 130 am. We will never ever stay there again!

10/10 Excellent

KATHERINE, Crystal

Jul 19, 2016

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

Reunion

Our stay was perfect. Our dog had room to walk about o outside and the room was very large. Lots of space.

10/10 Excellent

Sigita, Canada

Jul 13, 2016

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

Wonderful, cozy place.

Cozy, clean, comfortable place on a quiet street, yet within easy access to highway. Staying there felt more like cottaging at Grandmas than being in a hotel. Loved it, and would definitely stay there again.