Reliance Inn

2.0 star property
Motel in Wausau with free parking

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Reception
Exterior
BBQ/picnic area

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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116 South 17th Ave, Wausau, WI, 54401
  • Place, Westwood Conference Center
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Aspirus Wausau Hospital
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Arts Block/Grand Theatre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mosinee, WI (CWA-Central Wisconsin)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Economy Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 216 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Single Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)
  • 216 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Double Room

  • 264 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 264 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premium Single Room

  • 264 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 264 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Wausau

Located within a mile (2 km) of Wisconsin River, Reliance Inn is within 2 miles (3 km) of Aspirus Wausau Hospital. This 119-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a business center.

What's nearby

  • Westwood Conference Center - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Aspirus Wausau Hospital - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Arts Block/Grand Theatre - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Wausau Museum of Contemporary Art - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Marathon County Historical Museums - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Mosinee, WI (CWA-Central Wisconsin) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Marathon Park Ice Arenas - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪La Taqueria - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Van Acre - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Reliance Inn

Motel in Wausau with free parking
Reliance Inn features free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and laundry facilities. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. This smoke-free motel also has a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch TVs with cable channels. Other amenities include free local calls, desks, and desk chairs.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-3:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • 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.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Motel 6 Wausau Hotel
Motel 6 Wausau
Motel 6 Wausau WI
Reliance Inn Motel
Reliance Inn Wausau
Reliance Inn Motel Wausau

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Reliance Inn?

Reliance Inn offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around Reliance Inn?

This motel is located in Wausau, close to Granite Peak Ski Area, Wausau Museum of Contemporary Art, and Arts Block/Grand Theatre. You'll also find Wisconsin River and Lil' Ole Winemaker Shoppe within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Reliance Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking and RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Reliance Inn have a casino at the property?

No, Reliance Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Reliance Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does Reliance Inn have a hot tub?

Yes, this motel offers private indoor spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does Reliance Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Reliance Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Reliance Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Reliance Inn for a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Reliance Inn?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Reliance Inn?

The closest major airport to Reliance Inn is Mosinee, WI (CWA-Central Wisconsin), which is 14.3 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Reliance Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Reliance Inn.

Reviews

Reliance Inn Reviews

7.2

Good

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 275 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 355 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 102 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 111 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Donald

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nung M

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Fidencio

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Price was good
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mai

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff lady was very sweet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Cleanup

There needs to be a parking lot cleanup. Pretty Scary driving in at night and seeing such a mess.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Betty

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

Happy

They have a little area where you have have waffles in the morning. They also serve pizzas all night long for 10.00 each. The staff is very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Randy

Liked: Staff & service
Good room for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

kevin

As advertised
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JORY

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

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

All about service.

Short stay for softball tournament. Leslie was one of the nicest and most helpful persons I have ever met on the road. She was awesome and should be valued by management.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kenji

Liked: Staff & service
Other than the check in process the property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lyndsay

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a quick stay was very busy noise travels
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

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

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Trudi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good price. Small bath towels. Drawers of dresser wouldn’t shut. Blood stain on the side of the sheet. Staff were nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Leo

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not as shown on the website
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sandralyn

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ethan

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Linda

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025