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The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY

2.5 star property
Hotel in Benson with free parking

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Combined shower/tub, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Combined shower/tub, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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600 22nd St S, Benson, MN, 56215
  • Place, University of Minnesota - Morris
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, Sibley State Park
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Minnewaska
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Benson

The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY places you 18.6 mi (29.9 km) from Monson Lake State Park and 19.1 mi (30.8 km) from Glacial Lakes State Park. The 21 rooms at this hotel include coffee makers, LED TVs, and memory foam beds.

What's nearby

  • University of Minnesota - Morris - 38 min drive - 31.4 miles
  • Glacial Lakes State Park - 41 min drive - 27.6 miles
  • Sibley State Park - 41 min drive - 34.3 miles
  • Lake Minnewaska - 42 min drive - 28.1 miles
  • Lakeshore Park - 42 min drive - 28.5 miles

Getting around

  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mckinney's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Whistle Stop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Benson Bakery - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Route 22 - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY

Hotel in Benson with free parking
Guests of The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. This hotel also has laundry facilities.
43-inch LED TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Memory foam beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers and fans. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive lockbox information
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per accommodation, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 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 25 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY?

The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

Is there parking available at The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY have a casino on the premises?

No, The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include a memory foam mattress and a rainfall showerhead.

Does The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY have a hot tub?

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

Does The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY for a fee of USD 25 per accommodation, per night.

Does The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY have connecting rooms?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY.

The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 99 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I've stayed there many times but have never met a staff member yet. But things are always set up as I've asked. Its the best value in Benson.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudeen

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

A gem!

Very pleasant stay. Clean and affordable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

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

We will be back…

We always have a nice stay and the staff accommodates our needs when we make a request. We will be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

YESU, ATLANTA

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Connor

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

No communication for door being left open

The room was very nice and the location was wonderful. Communication with the property is awful, however. We had lots of trouble checking in and after we got our keys, we found our room door open. The room was rather dirty but it's impossible to tell how much of it was actually the room being dirty, and how much of it was the door being open for anything and everything to get into the room. Despite reaching out several times to the staff via the check-in desk, phone, and even their text option, no one ever reached out to us. It was a gorgeous area and easy to get to and find, but I would never stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

erik

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

8/10 Good

Carrie

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

4/10 Poor

joshua

It was fine. Remotely managed which was weird, fridge didn't work ice machine didn't work, room was clean as far as could tell and the bed was comfortable enough for what i needed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jameson

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time ever using the automated service. It was pretty neat, but I like human interfacing as well lol All in all it was a pretty neat experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Troy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The place was very average and literally had no one to talk to in person. Also our floor in the bathroom was always damp or even wet after taking a shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Phillip

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel. Clean. The bed mattress was pretty firm. Can't beat the price
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

8/10 Good

Jeremiah

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

8/10 Good

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was good. Staff was helpful with a check in blip. Property was quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tetesa

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dorinne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was nice, quiet and spacious. The only issue was the tv and the remote. It appears the remote was not working.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Excellent accommodations and great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

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

Very comfortable and relaxing

Very nice and quant. Will say the no contact check in was a bit new to me. So be prepared if you are not. Bit of a hiccup that management was very open to discussing that we figured out together.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marilyn

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

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! We were visiting a friend in the cute little town of benson and stayed one night.No front desk person but Easy instructions for check in and getting key. Only thing was the cleaning lady knocked on our door early in am to see if we had left yet. We were awake but if not I would have been super annoyed. I think they could use a better system than that for knowing when guests have checked out. Would definitely stay again and recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025