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Black River Motel and Restaurant

2.0 star property

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A narrow corridor with a bar area on the right, featuring a counter and hanging lights.
A large rock formation with a clear sky and autumn foliage in the background.
Exterior
A large boulder in a natural setting with autumn-colored trees in the background.
A room with a wooden floor, a bed, a desk with a coffee maker, a mirror, and a sliding door leading to a bathroom.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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32970 Missouri Higway 21, Lesterville, MO, 63654
  • Place, Taum Sauk Mountain State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Johnson's Shut-ins State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Elephant Rocks State Park
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Signature Room

A room with a wooden floor, a bed, a desk with a coffee maker, a mirror, and a sliding door leading to a bathroom.

Signature Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

A bedroom with two beds, a wooden headboard, a ceiling fan, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Classic House

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Double Futon

About the neighborhood

Lesterville

Black River Motel and Restaurant places you within a 15-minute drive of popular attractions such as Taum Sauk Mountain State Park and Mark Twain National Forest. This 6-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Taum Sauk Mountain State Park - 8 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Johnson's Shut-ins State Park - 8 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Arcadia Valley Golf Club - 25 min drive - 24.1 miles
  • Elephant Rocks State Park - 26 min drive - 29.7 miles
  • Ozark National Scenic Riverways - 43 min drive - 44.0 miles

Getting around

  • Arcadia Valley Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lounge at Wilderness Lodge - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rio Rata - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Lazy River Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Black River Family Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪BRL Dining Hall - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Black River Motel and Restaurant

At Black River Motel and Restaurant, guests have access to features like coffee in a common area. There's free parking if you drive.
Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hydromassage showers. 2 bathrooms and dishwashers are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Thursday - Sunday (11:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
Guests will receive key retrieval information
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, key retrieval

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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.

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

Black River And Restaurant
Black River Motel and Restaurant Motel
Black River Motel and Restaurant Lesterville
Black River Motel and Restaurant Motel Lesterville

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near Black River Motel and Restaurant?

This motel is located in Lesterville, close to Taum Sauk Nature Museum. Taum Sauk Mountain State Park is also within a driving distance of 4.6 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at Black River Motel and Restaurant?

As of Jul 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Black River Motel and Restaurant on Jul 12, 2026 start from $136, 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.

Is there parking available at Black River Motel and Restaurant?

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

Does Black River Motel and Restaurant feature a casino at the property?

No, Black River Motel and Restaurant doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Black River Motel and Restaurant?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about Black River Motel and Restaurant?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and a hydromassage showerhead as well as a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Black River Motel and Restaurant?

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

Does Black River Motel and Restaurant have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Black River Motel and Restaurant doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Black River Motel and Restaurant allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Black River Motel and Restaurant.

Are there connecting rooms at Black River Motel and Restaurant?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Black River Motel and Restaurant?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Black River Motel and Restaurant.

Black River Motel and Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 42 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This has been a great place to stay when we are traveling through Reynolds County MO.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was perfect, I will stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We'll be back. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable. The towels were very soft.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little spot! We liked the restaurant and the restaurant next door. Employees were friendly. Good value!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We very much enjoyed our stay. After dinner we sat outside by the fire pit and my husband enjoyed Icecream on the house!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Julee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No frills, but good for a place to sleep. Restaurant is just basic but good food.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff is amazing and the only thing I can say I would change is just adding microwaves and mini fridges to the rooms but other then that it was an amazing stay .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Black River perfect.

Very nice place and nearby the river. Tidy clean and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sacora

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

Felt like family

Locals and management were amazing, helpful and friendly. They helped us navigate the area and show us where all the good places were. Very family friendly. They treated our son at home and treated us like family. Highly recommend if going on a float/trip/hike. Close to all the local wonders and exceptional service and hospitality 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Motel owners were super nice and room was clean and comfortable. Good location near to different hiking areas and river for swimming/relaxing. No wifi, but that is throughout the area due to it being so small/remote. Would have been nice to have a mini fridge in the room to keep drinks cold. Overall great stay !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

nice room, but there was a toilet smell that wouldn't go away. Nice property owner.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Angela

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

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Staff & service
Motel was somewhat renovated, but the mystery white stains on the comforter, nails jutting out from the headboard and a bucket to catch the AC condensation was not ideal.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mindy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The rooms were really nice and the outdoor patio was cool. There is no staff on hand during the week, no office or lobby to speak of, no ice or vending machine, and no fridge. There is a restaurant below that looks really nice but is only open on the weekends, I'm assuming this is what the nice patio is for. I would probably stay again for a night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Customer Service was great. This location was very clean with a nice cabin feel to it. A restaurant conveniently located below. Nice patio to hang out and play games. Met some awesome people at the motel. Being Father's Day weekend was awesome and the weather was hot. Perfect for swimming at Johnston shut-ins state park about 10min drive. Beautiful area to enjoy time with friends and family. Thank you for the hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Motel over all was decent. It would have been a better experience for us if there were microwaves and mini fridges in all of the rooms. We ended up having to keep our food we brought on ice the whole weekend. Everything felt very clean and the staff was nice. I would also suggest a different style of doors for the bathrooms in the rooms. The sliding door didnt want to stay open or closed which didn't allow for very much privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
No water pressure in shower and bathroom door would not close.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dawn

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis K

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

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

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