Stuart Motor Lodge

2.5 star property
Motel in Stuart with 5 restaurants and bars

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Welcome to a charming single-story building with a flat roof and symmetrical facade, featuring a large glass door and a grassy area with a concrete pathway.
Cozy living space with a TV, potted plant, and comfortable chair.
Enjoy a view of the city from this cozy room with a desk for work or relaxation.
Relax in this inviting room with a comfortable bed, bedside table, and chair.
Guests can enjoy an outdoor space with windows and a paved walkway.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
203 SW 7th St, Stuart, IA, 50250
  • Raccoon River Valley Trail
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Lake Panorama
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Jordan Creek Town Center
    ‪36 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Stuart

Stuart Motor Lodge places you 30.3 mi (48.8 km) from Jordan Creek Town Center. This 21-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like 5 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Raccoon River Valley Trail - 18 min drive - 14.9 miles
  • Lake Panorama - 36 min drive - 20.9 miles
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 36 min drive - 35.3 miles
  • Living History Farms - 39 min drive - 39.3 miles
  • Roseman Bridge - 48 min drive - 30.5 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rusty Duck - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rubys Unlimited - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Stuart Motor Lodge

Motel in Stuart with 5 restaurants and bars
At Stuart Motor Lodge, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Sitting areas, wardrobes or closets, and dining tables are also available.

Languages

English

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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

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Country Kitchen
  • Los Alto's Mexican
  • McDonald's
  • Ruby's Bar and Grill
  • Subway

Family friendly

  • Dining table

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Built in 2016
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Dining table

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 25.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100 per day
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 4 kids 18 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding

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 deposit: USD 100 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 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, 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
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
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Stuart Motor Lodge?

Stuart Motor Lodge provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Stuart Motor Lodge?

As of Jul 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stuart Motor Lodge on Aug 8, 2025 start from $74.9, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Stuart Motor Lodge?

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

Does Stuart Motor Lodge have a casino on the premises?

No, Stuart Motor Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Stuart Motor Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Stuart Motor Lodge?

Couples will appreciate amenities like 2 bars, 5 restaurants, and a 24-hour front desk at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Stuart Motor Lodge?

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

Does Stuart Motor Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Stuart Motor Lodge has 5 restaurants, and serves breakfast for a surcharge.

Does Stuart Motor Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Stuart Motor Lodge for a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per night. A deposit of USD 100 per day is collected.

Are there connecting rooms at Stuart Motor Lodge?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Stuart Motor Lodge?

No, at Stuart Motor Lodge, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Stuart Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 241 out of 462 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 462 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 462 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 462 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 462 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We toured this small town of 1600 people. Lot of history here. It is an old facility but very clean. Ben kinda runs things around here and is a hard working great guy. Miss Rodger’s was very sweet and pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Needs new beds

Nice people, the beds suck. If they had better beds I would stayed longer.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Go elsewhere, you're worth it

Worst stay of a 10 day road trip. Uncomfortable beds, terrible front desk. Only positive was brand new shower surround in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was very clean and the desk clerk friendly. It was a basic room with no frills. It was a good value.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and super convenient for budget minded road trippers. This is one of those classic and hard to find roadside motels where you park right outside your door. Charming small town has good local dining options, too. Bed was comfy and bath was in excellent condition. Roku TV wasn't working in my room but not an issue for me.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
On the downward trend, bed was from the 90's near as I could tell, very little water flow in the sink, bathroom was very well done, only 2 lights in the room and the fixtures were obsolete.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Love this place. Comfy beds. Price is good

Had some issue upon check in but she moved me to another room which was away from guys sitting outside smoking and loud and my room she originally gave me was right next to them and the room itself had some issues the bathroom sink the water just trinkled out and the door was hard to close and could see daylight around it. So i asked if could move just to feel more comfortable and cuz sink issue the room she moved me to was better.. but still had some issues but for 1st night not big deal i really like this place and for the price it is a good place to lay your head and get rest. The beds are comfortable.. sheets were thin and see thru but not big deal bring my own blanket with me always. My tv did not work but used my laptop to stream when i got back for the night. The 2nd day i did go front desk and gentlemen was awesome and went to get a roku out of another room and problem solved. Had tv. Staff are friendly and helpful. Main thing need improvement in room moved to is the curtain not black out curtain and it was not quite big enough so light could be seen around edges not horrible situation but i typically work nights and sleep during day and room little bright but black out curtains that cover whole window would be great. I brought my own pillows too . My 2 pillows i folded in half they were lil skinny.. and the towels lil thin and small. I had an extra one of my own that i brought in from car to use. I do love this place. But just some things to look at maybe
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

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

Great price for basic lodging.

No frills, basic lodging. The bed was comfortable and the shower was excellent. Clean rooms and friendly service. The motel is conveniently located off I-80. If the situation presents itself I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Nice for place to get some rest

The only bad thing was cable was out which not big deal for 1st night . I ended up extending stay one night coz didn't feel good and no tv sucked. The wifi worked so was able to stream off my phone but not ideal. I understand not their fault but no discount offered due to situation and was not even aware until checked in but overall stay was good. Bed very comfortable and hopefully when back in town next month i will more then likely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Desk clerk was extremely friendly and helpful. Room was very clean however had a little bit of a musty smell and walls had some unrepaired damage and the room needs a comfortable chair
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

DWAYNE

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

Good value for money

Great bang for the buck motor lodge right near the freeway. Bed is relatively comfortable, ample hot water, overall really good stay for the money.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Easy and clean

Big gap in door made me have to crank the heat just to keep warm. Room clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Mona

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, very quiet place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari

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

Great motel!

We really love this place, have stayed there at least five times and always try to make it part of our itinerary. The staff are great! The rooms are clean! They are pet friendly! There is a yummy pub in downtown proper (Ruby’s) about a mile from the motel. Stay here. ♥️♥️♥️
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff is awesome
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fresh clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Jeff

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we arrive there is a sign on the counter indicating not using water between 3:00 PM and 11:00 PM due to storm drain repairs. Room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024