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The Shades Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Baton Rouge with free parking

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Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave
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Reception

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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8282 Airline Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA, 70815
  • Place, Circle Bowl
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Independence Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Bon Carre Business Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Baton Rouge, LA (BTR-Baton Rouge Metropolitan)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Living area | 24-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Baton Rouge

The Shades Motel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Circle Bowl and Bon Carre Business Center. Each of the 72 rooms at this motel includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and an LCD TV.
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What's nearby

  • Circle Bowl - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Independence Park - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Bon Carre Business Center - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Independence Botanical Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Independence Park Tennis Center - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬19 min walk

About this property

The Shades Motel

Motel in Baton Rouge with free parking
Guests staying at The Shades Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a vending machine. Free parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. This motel also has a garden.
24-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Refrigerators, microwaves, and free local calls are also available.

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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

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 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
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

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 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. Cash is not accepted. 

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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Shades Baton Rouge
The Shades Motel Motel
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The Shades Motel Motel Baton Rouge

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Shades Motel?

The Shades Motel provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around The Shades Motel?

This motel is located in Baton Rouge, close to Mall of Louisiana, Raising Cane's River Center, and Tiger Stadium. You'll also find Corporate Square Mall and Circle Bowl within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Shades Motel?

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

Does The Shades Motel have a casino on the premises?

No, The Shades Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Shades Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is The Shades Motel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a garden plus some guestrooms include jetted bathtubs and kitchenettes.

Does The Shades Motel have a hot tub?

No, but some guestrooms at this motel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does The Shades Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

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

Does The Shades Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Shades Motel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Shades Motel?

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

What is the closest airport to The Shades Motel?

The closest major airport to The Shades Motel is Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR), which is 7 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Shades Motel?

No, at The Shades Motel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The Shades Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 57 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Emiliano

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Good motel. Does not compare to a hotel though.

Their high rating should not be compared against a hotel’s high rating. This is a good motel for quick business but not for a family trip. Room had an extremely strong smell of smoke. The staff was friendly and attentive but this is definitely not where you’d want your family/kids to stay. Perfectly fine for business travel or quick travel stop for a night. Decently clean. Well lit at night but “crowd” did not give you the safest feeling. It is BR after all. Felt happy that they had an armed security guard there though. He was very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tried this motel when my usual place was booked and others were expensive for LSU homecoming. Family run, they are friendly and seem to take pride in the property. Just one driveway in and out that goes by the front office, so felt secure. Arrived back from football game after midnight and was happy to see it well-lit, with a bright light above each door. Room furniture is dated but the bed and pillows were very comfortable. Very clean room. Only insect I saw was a harmless caterpillar in the bathroom. Had a fridge and microwave and good tv. After leaving my room, I saw housekeeping immediately enter and remove all my bedding, so can confirm it gets washed between guests. Overall, not fancy by any stretch, but had everything I needed at a very good price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
It was very clean & comfortable. My only complaint was that there were no electrical plugs in the bathroom, which was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was quick and efficient with check in and when I called the desk for assistance. Room was very clean and fantastic looking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Les

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very dates Motel. Was decently clean but needs an update
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place... you can stay there. Great name. Real cool. Very "corey hart". Staff was very friendly and the rooms were clean. It aint the ritz but, nice, spacious, with optional kitchenette rooms that have full stove and full size fridge.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Dianne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean but the ac had a musty smell. Bathroom and floors were very clean. For an older hotel it was very nice. Quiet area parking was easy. Nice and quiet alsi
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was what I needed for the time I was here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kalise

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
-
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Audrey

Disliked: Cleanliness
Saturday i ask the maid for some clean towels. She left the the female owner. Came back to the room and close the door no clean towels. Sunday check out was at eleven o'clock. 10:10 the female owner didn't knock open the door told me it was check out. I told her it wasn't eleven plus i was waiting on my car to come. And it was 10:16 a.m. and she took the key. Its wasn't nice at all. Plus i made my reservation it to paid when i made there Friday. They had already changed Friday on my card before i got there. Then i had two paid the second day before i got the key it was $97 and some changes but gave 100.00 and never got back the 2.80. Will never go back there again. Was going to make reservation for September while i was there but treatment no way.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Natrice

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Darius

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You can tell they care about the property. Clean comfortable specious rms, and workers with pleasant personalities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Sydney

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Genuinely a nice place to stay, especially for the price point. Nothing major to complain about. People leave you alone. If you get a room with a kitchenette, they are super handy. Especially, to keep leftovers or to store groceries. The internet is decent. Overall a 8/10. There was a smell but I think that is from the cleaners they use or that previous tenants have smoked and that is hard to clean/get out of the walls.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Jack

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lydia M

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I never have a bad experience here
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Henry T

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
It was the last motel available in the B.R city area (so many graduations at one time!) so I took it. The alternative was to set up 15 miles E or W of BR. Downside was low economic area; and noisy people in the motel Saturday night,
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

2/10 Terrible

Jak

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was the worymotel I have ever stayed in my entire life. I have never seen a motel without coat hangers and this was the case here. Never ever will stay in such a terrible place. You should have warned me. I find your system to be guilty more than the motel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jaleshia

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

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