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American Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Waseca with free breakfast

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds, free WiFi
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Lobby sitting area
Deluxe Suite, Jetted Tub | Desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds, free WiFi
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Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1313 Highway 13 N, Waseca, MN, 56093
  • Place, Loon Lake Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Waseca Lakeside Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite, Jetted Tub | Desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Suite, Jetted Tub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Waseca

American Motel places you within a mile (2 km) of Waseca County Historical Society Museum and Loon Lake Park. This 51-room motel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Loon Lake Park - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Waseca Lakeside Club - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Farmamerica Minnesota Agricultural Interpretive Center - 11 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Sakatah Lake State Park - 19 min drive - 15.1 miles
  • Minnesota State University - 37 min drive - 31.8 miles

Getting around

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Yellow Mushroom Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Ranch - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse & More - ‬3 min drive

About this property

American Motel

Motel in Waseca with free breakfast
Guests of American Motel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and coffee in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff that can answer questions about the accommodations, services, and more. Additional amenities include a TV in a common area and a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch LED TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer jetted tubs and free toiletries. Refrigerators, free local calls, and desks are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 10 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per night

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 10 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

American Motel Waseca
American Waseca
American Motel Motel
American Motel Waseca
American Motel Motel Waseca

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at American Motel?

American Motel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at American Motel?

As of Nov 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at American Motel on Nov 12, 2025 start from $61.49, excluding 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's there to do close to American Motel?

This motel is located in Waseca, a short 20-minute walk from Loon Lake Park and also 20 minutes on foot from Waseca County Historical Society Museum. Waseca Lakeside Club is also within a driving distance of 2.2 mi.

Will I be able to park at American Motel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel. RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does American Motel have a casino on the premises?

No, American Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at American Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is American Motel a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this motel that appeal to couples include a jetted bathtub and free breakfast.

Does American Motel have a hot tub?

No, but this motel offers jetted bathtubs in all guestrooms.

Does American Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

American Motel offers free on-the-go breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will American Motel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at American Motel for a fee of USD 10 per accommodation, per night.

Does American Motel have connecting rooms?

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

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

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at American Motel.

Reviews

American Motel Reviews

7.2

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 322 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 322 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 322 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 322 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 322 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Kim

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jaleesa

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Felt uncomfortable and unsafe being there
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
You get what you pay for.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

James

Liked: Staff & service
It served its purpose of a place to sleep. It wasn’t very clean and they said there would be a breakfast, but there wasn’t.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Craig

Business traveler
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jun

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It was okay....

The staff was nice, but if i would have seen them.on the street i wouldnhave thought they were drug addicts. They appeared to be living at the hotel and work there for their rent. Breakfast was some brwakfast sandwiches, bananas and prepackaged cereals on the counter along with bottled water, OJ and milk that was just sitting out. Th room was clean, but thats about all I can say. The room.next to me was propped open for the 2 days i was there with nothing foing on in it - messy sheets like there was no servixe on the weekend. The only reason i felt safe was because this is Wascea and what kind of criminal element would live in Waseca.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Waived pet fee which was nice due to other inconveniences
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is under new management and undergoing updating and renovations. All of this considered found my stay extremely enjoyable. Staff was very friendly and helpful. We'll definitely stay here again and look forward. To seeing how things improve over time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
very limited tv channels. only one exit availablr. internet lasted only 59 minutes and would disconnect you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Wanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
We came in on Wed. afternoon and left Sunday morning. Our room was not cleaned even once. I had to ask for clean towels and trash bags. I did bring it to their attention Fri. morning but they just said they were real busy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Judi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful and room was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
In the process of remodeling and refurbishing, but very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abraham

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genesis

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Jacqueline

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The ladies at the front desk were perfectly nice. It was dirty though, even for being "under renovation". Floor was dirty, hair in the bathroom,
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Shawn

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its obviously under construction. Holes in the walls where there used to be picture hangers. Paint was partially paint and partially primer. We found a razor blade on top of our a/c unit. There was a nasty smell in the room which I think was probably flooring adhesive as the flooring was new. The bathroom was clean but badly outdated/institutional. So that's the worst stuff. Good stuff was that the beds were probably new memory foam and weren't too bad once you were in them and the sheets were clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. I can't speak on the breakfast because I never saw it. The tables were still wrapped in plastic so I dont know if they served breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

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

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Erica

Traveled with family

No breakfast…

No hairdryers available. No breakfast available even tho it was stated on hotels.com that it was offered.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brittany

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

6/10 Okay

ALLEN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The bad - During check in was told there would be no breakfast, new owners and remodeling was going to happen, no big deal for us, as we would be going to Daughters place for breakfast anyway. When we tried to enter our room card did not work, after numerous attempts we notified personnel. After numerous attempts by hotel management making a new card, battery was replaced which didn't work either. The good - we were then moved into a King bed room, a lot nicer room for the money, an awesome upgrade, management really made an effort to please us. Will stay there again and can't wait to see the upgrades they will be making.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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