Big Chief Motel

2.5 star property

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Free continental breakfast
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Gym

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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434 West Front St., Battle Mountain, NV, 89820
  • Place, Battle Mountain Swimming Pool
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Spring Canyon Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Battle Mountain Cookhouse Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(67 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Battle Mountain

Battle Mountain Rodeo Grounds is a short stroll from Big Chief Motel, and other popular attractions like Battle Mountain Swimming Pool are within a mile (2 km). This 55-room motel has conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Lion's Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Battle Mountain Swimming Pool - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Spring Canyon Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Battle Mountain Chamber and Visitor's Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Battle Mountain Cookhouse Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Elko, NV (EKO-Elko Regional) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Flying J - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hideaway - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Broadway Diner - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Big Chief Motel

Guests staying at Big Chief Motel enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing. Additional amenities include a business center, a computer station, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

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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

  • Free continental breakfast

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 0.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • Service fee: 3 percent

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 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 0.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day
  • Service fee: 17 percent

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.

Property is also known as

Big Chief Motel Battle Mountain
Big Chief Battle Mountain
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Big Chief Motel Battle Mountain
Big Chief Motel Motel Battle Mountain

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Big Chief Motel?

Big Chief Motel offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Big Chief Motel?

As of Mar 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Chief Motel on Mar 29, 2026 start from $117, 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 is there to do close to Big Chief Motel?

Guests enjoy the motel's location in Battle Mountain based on their ratings, and it's a short 13-minute walk from Battle Mountain Rodeo Grounds and also 17 minutes on foot from Battle Mountain Swimming Pool. You'll also find Spring Canyon Park and Lion's Park less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Big Chief Motel?

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

Does Big Chief Motel have a casino on the premises?

No, Big Chief Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Big Chief Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Big Chief Motel?

Amenities at this motel that appeal to couples include an outdoor pool and free breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at Big Chief Motel?

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

Does Big Chief Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Big Chief Motel offers free continental breakfast though there is no restaurant.

Will Big Chief Motel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Big Chief Motel for a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Big Chief Motel?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Big Chief Motel?

No, at Big Chief Motel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Big Chief Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 714 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1001 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DONDI

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean room, comfortable bed, very friendly and pleasant staff, parking is very convenient and easy access to rooms. Even a warm self-serve breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Incredibly friendly staff comfortable beds and completely quiet. I felt so lucky to find this diamond in the rough.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff very clean wonderful breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Laurel

Very nice! Clean. Lots of comforts.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toby

Looked newly renovated. the outside, definitely plays tricks on you compared to the rooms
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and comfortable. I liked the location of the dog area, and I was happy that I could take the dogs off leash because there was a fence.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean new room updates.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness
Older place, not perfect but ok
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly quick easy check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Too expensive for what you get.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and nice pool
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The staff was good and our room was fine
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and smelled amazing. Bed were so comfortable had a great night of sleep. Although the motel was older it had been updated. Shower was great. There are lots of trains that go through, but they did not bother us.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

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Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was the parking secure? The staff was very friendly and the room was clean. We didn't swim in the pool.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

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

10/10 Excellent

Judy K

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was a little far but facilities were really good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlie

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

6/10 Okay

Mike

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
One staff good, one not. Pool was fun. Room okay, but thin metal frame under bed was constantly in the way of toes. Worst, though, the breakfast was awful -- almost a joke. This may be the best place in town, but recommended only if you have to stay in this town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, good breakfast and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reaianna

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was helpful and pleasant. Parking wasn’t an issue thankful since we had 2 trucks and trailers.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025