Waseca is home to American Motel. Village of Yesteryear and State Orphanage Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Waseca Lakeside Club and Owatonna Country Club. Owatonna Arts Center and Paradise Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Waseca travel guide
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 10 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at American Motel?
As of 24 Shawwal 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at American Motel on 27 Shawwal 2026 start from SAR 233, 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at American Motel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at American Motel?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is American Motel located?
Situated in Waseca, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Waseca County Historical Society Museum and Loon Lake Park. Waseca Lakeside Club is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
American Motel Reviews
7.0
Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Cheap but spend a little more and stay elsewhere. We had no key to are room so we had to keep the door proped open when we weren't in the room. They did let us know this before the stay. Be careful eating the breakfast Nats everywhere and mold in the butter. Front desk staff was friendly and the room did its job for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
James
3 July 2026
Liked: Staff & service
The rooms were clean.The staff was okay.Breakfast was pretty much all gone when we got down on there.Laundroe was good
In previous stays the staff was friendly and the rooms very clean. Not sure what has happened.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Mary B
14 September 2026
Liked: Staff & service
The hotel was okay. The staff did a great job getting us into our room. The key card reader was not working so our door was open on arrival and when we came back they let us in with their master key. I did feel for the woman helping us as she had to let every guest who came back to the hotel into their room. We were staying because of a wedding in town and the hotel was full because of that. The beds were comfy although they looked like they had been made in a hurry. The carpet in the hall was a bit dated and looked like it needed vacuuming. The room had kinda of a sweet Smokey like smell. Like covering up smoking although the sign on our door said no smoking. For an overnight it was fine. Not the newest of hotels but again, the two women who helped us were great.
I liked that the sheets were clean, bed was comfortable, and it was pet friendly. The staff was nice.
The fridge was filthy w/mold, cigarette ashes on the desk drawer and the floor needed a better sweep.
Suggestion:
Maybe have a destination for dogs to go to the bathroom and something that holds poop bags and have a trash can right by the poop bag dispenser.
I Stopped Here Unexpectedly during the snowstorm on my way through town, I'm really glad I did. The room was very clean, quiet, and offered every thing I needed for a comfortable night. The hotel is reasonably priced, and I enjoyed the wonderful coffee in the morning before getting back on the road. A Great Place To Stay. HIGHLY RECOMMEND....
Room was nice and clean and the staff friendly. Only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because their tv technology needs to be updated, tv kept pausing non stop and picture wasn't the clearest, like I was watching everything in 480i.
Wonderful and friendly place to stay while cleaning up from the flood! Owner was extremely helpful and communicated easily about everything we needed! Will recommend and stay again!
I really recommend this place they are very clean and friendly also very helpful! Its a very safe place for yourself, family members also safe for your fur babies! My room was very clean and the bed was very comfortable! Check in was also easy and clean i loved everything about staying bere! Everyone is friendly which made it a plus! The staff always greeted me and had smiles on their faces i really appreciated that. I will definitely be coming back!
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.
I've come to this place many times. Its always nice ane quiet when you turn in for the night. I enjoy staying there and I know I'll stay in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Susan
2 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The room was clean. There was cold cereal for breakfast. There was no coffee available. No one answered at the front desk to ask for coffee or when I went to check out.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Jennifer
14 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Waived pet fee which was nice due to other inconveniences
They are friendly and helpful.
The only thing I wish was better is having higher toilets.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
26 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
For the price I expected more up to date, very outdated but was very clean. Staff was friendly, breakfast was a couple doughnuts, cereal and lukewarm coffee. Wouldn’t stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review
6/10 Okay
kathryn
26 August 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The desk staff were VERY KIND AND HELPFUL. The walls are thin, and the neighbors were loud. The room was basic, and mostly clean, but I did have to pluck some hair and other stuff out of the bed before I climbed in, and the bedspread appeared as if someone had been sitting on it before I arrived, and that was not very welcoming. Also: a hairdryer in the room would be great. I did enjoy the morning coffee and a pear.
Good location, easy to access. Breakfast was Kwik trip doughnuts and tampica juice. Cable did not work till later on Saturday.
Overall C- rating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Shelia
16 October 2025
Disliked: Room comfort
The room was clean for the most part. However, there were a lot of drink stains on the end table that had not been washed off. The wash clothes oozed blue dye while using it in the shower, the same color as the cloth. During the night, about 3 a.m., someone kept going in and out of their room for a half hour, letting the door slam behind them. It was very loud and disruptive. The pillows were very hard and flat. I would recommend bringing your own if you stay there. The staff were very friendly and helpful though.