Trailside Inn

2.5 star property
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Lobby
Property entrance
Lobby
Free daily self-serve breakfast
Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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343 N Main Street, Alturas, CA, 96101
  • Place, Alturas Chamber of Commerce
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Modoc County Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Modoc National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪17 min walk‬
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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Alturas

Trailside Inn places you within a 10-minute stroll of Alturas Chamber of Commerce and Modoc County Museum. This 38-room motel has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Alturas Chamber of Commerce - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Modoc County Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Modoc National Wildlife Refuge - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Arrowhead Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Surprise Valley Community Church - 48 min drive - 28.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Antonio's Cucina Italiana - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wagon Wheel Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Brass Rail Restaurant & Lounge - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Niles Coffee Company - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lazy B Grill - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Trailside Inn

Guests of Trailside Inn enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and coffee in a common area. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Additional amenities include free newspapers and a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Coffee makers, free newspapers, and hair dryers are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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 available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Daily housekeeping (for a fee)

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 20 per pet, per night
  • 2 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping fee: USD 2.50 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, 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-5:30 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
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 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

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

Trailside Inn Alturas
Trailside Alturas
Best Western Trailside Inn
Trailside Inn Motel
Trailside Inn Alturas
Trailside Inn Motel Alturas

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Trailside Inn?

Trailside Inn offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see near Trailside Inn?

This motel in Alturas is within a 10-minute walk of Alturas Chamber of Commerce and Modoc County Museum. You'll also find Modoc National Wildlife Refuge and Arrowhead Golf Course within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Trailside Inn?

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

Does Trailside Inn feature a casino?

No, Trailside Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Trailside Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Trailside Inn a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a free daily breakfast and a 24-hour front desk plus some guestrooms include free WiFi.

Does Trailside Inn have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Trailside Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Trailside Inn offers free self-serve breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Trailside Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Trailside Inn for a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night.

Does Trailside Inn have connecting rooms available?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Trailside Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Trailside Inn.

Trailside Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 304 out of 681 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 681 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 681 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 681 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 681 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay has always been excellent at the Trailside Inn. I really appreciate the extra steps that the manager takes to make my stay comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older place but very well kept. Room was super clean and perfectly maintained. Super super friendly check in experience. Handy place to get off the road. Breakfast included with the room was a nice surprise too. Just easy. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Anita

Nothing fancy but a fine place to rest our heads. The air conditioning met our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I only had coffee and grabbed a banana and apple for the road but there was a group of construction workers that were getting a good breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Jill Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed one night while passing through town. Basic motel, reasonably clean, very nice person checked us in. Basics for breakfast…fruit, cereal, packaged pastries. Also warm biscuits and gravy. Probably the best choice to stay in a struggling ghost of a town - few options for dinner, all of which seemed to close early 7 or 8.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was satisfactory throughout our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, modern room. The WiFi worked well too.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable rooms with breakfast included. Friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic and friendly service
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and clean, Breakfast could have had more variety, butt was good. Plenty of parking. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room for a stop over!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful front desk. Easy check-in. Clean room and allows pets. Would come back again if traveling this way.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We have stayed here repeatedly and it is nice, comfortable and the staff is awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service with clean and cozy rooms. Easy access to the rest of town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable. The gentleman at the front desk was friendly and helpful. The only down side is that we travel with our dog and there really isn't anywhere to walk him except the streets.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A simple but comfortable old school motel. Front desk was incredibly friendly, bed comfy, room clean and had all we needed. Nothing super fancy, but room was quiet enough at night for a good night sleep. It's nice that this type of motel is still around when chains seem to be taking over everywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JeriLynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly staff, clean room, easy access.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rob

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

Alturas, California Trailside Inn

Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, comfy bed & pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and safe. This was a stop overnight on our long trip, and would stay there again. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thai down the street was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025