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The Shades Motel

2.5 star property

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a television, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A hotel reception area with a desk, a clock, a framed welcome sign, and a window with a view of greenery.
A reception area with a wooden counter, a framed picture on the wall, and a large glass door leading outside.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and wooden cabinets.
A hotel room with a large window, a television, a coffee machine, and a framed picture on the wall.

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, Independence Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Circle Bowl
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Louisiana State University
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Baton Rouge, LA (BTR-Baton Rouge Metropolitan)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a television, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and wooden cabinets.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a ceiling fan.

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a table, and artwork on the walls.

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Baton Rouge

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

  • Independence Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Circle Bowl - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Louisiana State University - 15 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Mall of Louisiana - 16 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Tiger Stadium - 19 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • Daiquiri Cafe
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • Piccadilly Cafeteria

About this property

The Shades Motel

Guests staying at The Shades Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. Free parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. This motel also has a vending machine.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • 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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

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

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Shades Motel?

As of Aug 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Shades Motel on Aug 13, 2026 start from $99, including 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.

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 Red Dragon Listening Room and Esplanade Plaza within a short drive.

Is parking available on site 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.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Shades Motel?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a 24-hour front desk plus some guestrooms include a deep soaking bathtub and a kitchenette.

Are there hot tubs at The Shades Motel?

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, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Shades Motel.

The Shades Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 61 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Awesome Hotel

Great experience with a very clean and fantastic amenities, nice hotel and parking spaces.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maria

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Les

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

8/10 Good

Dianne

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ted

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Emiliano

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sydney

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kalise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
-
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lydia M

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

6/10 Okay

Henry T

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jaleshia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty stained towels and the cover itch my skin very bad and the hot tub jets were dirty
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Arthur

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Accommodation and Comfort

There was no iron or ironing board to press my clothes so that’s the number one no no for me... Bed was not comfortable at all and the air unit was loud out of the ordinary.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Jason

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

Worst experience

This was one of the worst experiences I've ever had at a motel I stay in motels close to 300 days a year because I travel for work. The lights in the bathroom didn't work and as I was showering the shower curtain rod fell off and I had to catch it. I laid down to go to sleep and people started barbecuing and partying in the parking lot outside my door. I called the office five times from 10 to 3 in the morning trying to get help in quieting them down. The next morning when I spoke to the manager about the problem he called me a liar and told me none of that happened wow.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean hotel Service good But shady characters staying there
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barry

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

Nice place operated by Nice People

Nice place , operated by Nice People. Room was well decorated and even used the grill to cook some steaks. Definitely recommend staying here if in the area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic price for the rooms you get. Make sure you get one with the kitchen. Surprisingly one of the best motels we've stayed at.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Average Stay

The hotel is clean. Bathroom is new. Furniture and bedding are old. Overall an average hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

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