Black River Motel and Restaurant

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Taum Sauk Mountain State Park

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Signature Room | Terrace/patio
Signature Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, bed sheets
Exterior
Point of interest
Point of interest

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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32970 Missouri Higway 21, Lesterville, MO, 63654
  • Place, Taum Sauk Mountain State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Johnson's Shut-ins State Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Ketcherside Mountain Conservation Area
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Signature Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Lesterville

Black River Motel and Restaurant places you within a 15-minute drive of popular attractions such as Taum Sauk Mountain State Park and Mark Twain National Forest. This 6-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Taum Sauk Mountain State Park - 8 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Johnson's Shut-ins State Park - 12 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Ketcherside Mountain Conservation Area - 17 min drive - 14.4 miles
  • Arcadia Valley Golf Club - 29 min drive - 24.3 miles
  • Elephant Rocks State Park - 37 min drive - 31.7 miles

Getting around

  • Arcadia Valley Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lounge at Wilderness Lodge - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rio Rata - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dining Room at Wilderness Lodge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Rec Hall - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Lazy River Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Black River Motel and Restaurant

Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Taum Sauk Mountain State Park
At Black River Motel and Restaurant, guests have access to features like coffee in a common area. There's free parking if you drive.
Relax with a hydromassage shower.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Thursday - Sunday (11:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
Guests will receive key retrieval information
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Black River And Restaurant
Black River Motel and Restaurant Motel
Black River Motel and Restaurant Lesterville
Black River Motel and Restaurant Motel Lesterville

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near Black River Motel and Restaurant?

This motel is located in Lesterville, close to Taum Sauk Nature Museum. Taum Sauk Mountain State Park is also within a driving distance of 4.8 mi.

Is there parking available at Black River Motel and Restaurant?

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

Does Black River Motel and Restaurant feature a casino at the property?

No, Black River Motel and Restaurant doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Black River Motel and Restaurant?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Black River Motel and Restaurant?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a hydromassage showerhead as well as a restaurant and a nature reserve.

Are there hot tubs at Black River Motel and Restaurant?

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

Does Black River Motel and Restaurant have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Black River Motel and Restaurant doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Black River Motel and Restaurant allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Black River Motel and Restaurant.

Does Black River Motel and Restaurant have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Black River Motel and Restaurant?

No, at Black River Motel and Restaurant, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Black River Motel and Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 34 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This has been a great place to stay when we are traveling through Reynolds County MO.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Dawn

Traveled with group
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Erica

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Motel over all was decent. It would have been a better experience for us if there were microwaves and mini fridges in all of the rooms. We ended up having to keep our food we brought on ice the whole weekend. Everything felt very clean and the staff was nice. I would also suggest a different style of doors for the bathrooms in the rooms. The sliding door didnt want to stay open or closed which didn't allow for very much privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis K

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Staff & service
Motel was somewhat renovated, but the mystery white stains on the comforter, nails jutting out from the headboard and a bucket to catch the AC condensation was not ideal.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Minta

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deana

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable. The towels were very soft.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sacora

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

Felt like family

Locals and management were amazing, helpful and friendly. They helped us navigate the area and show us where all the good places were. Very family friendly. They treated our son at home and treated us like family. Highly recommend if going on a float/trip/hike. Close to all the local wonders and exceptional service and hospitality 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little spot! We liked the restaurant and the restaurant next door. Employees were friendly. Good value!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jerry

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff is amazing and the only thing I can say I would change is just adding microwaves and mini fridges to the rooms but other then that it was an amazing stay .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Angela, Papillion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was perfect, I will stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We very much enjoyed our stay. After dinner we sat outside by the fire pit and my husband enjoyed Icecream on the house!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Julee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No frills, but good for a place to sleep. Restaurant is just basic but good food.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Karista

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

nice room, but there was a toilet smell that wouldn't go away. Nice property owner.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
No water pressure in shower and bathroom door would not close.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024