Modest motel with free WiFi, country breakfast, and truck parking. Located near Valentine town center and Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge.
Guests appreciate the clean, comfortable rooms and friendly service at this modest roadside motel offering essential amenities close to Valentine town center and nearby attractions.
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Trade Winds Motel is a modest roadside property located just off Highway 20, offering convenient access to Valentine’s town center and Miller Field airport within minutes. This single-story motel provides a practical base for travelers seeking simple accommodations close to Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge and other local points of interest. Its quiet setting, set back from the highway, helps minimize traffic noise for a more restful stay.
The motel features free WiFi, truck and bus parking, and a country-style grab-and-go breakfast, catering to both short-term visitors and those on longer road trips. Guest rooms include practical amenities such as a dorm-sized refrigerator and microwave. While the property is not fully updated, reviewers generally note clean, comfortable rooms with functional air conditioning and a variety of TV channels. Some minor maintenance issues have been reported, reflecting its older, no-frills character.
Trade Winds Motel welcomes a diverse range of guests, including pet owners and LGBTQ+ travelers, with its friendly and straightforward service. Several guests have appreciated the safe and accessible environment, especially for solo travelers or those with mobility considerations. While it may not offer extensive luxury, the motel provides an honest, budget-conscious lodging option in Valentine with fair pricing and attentive staff.
Nearby competing accommodations include Harmony Inn and Comfort Inn Valentine, offering alternatives within a mile. Overall, Trade Winds Motel suits visitors prioritizing location, cleanliness, and basic comforts over upscale amenities, particularly those passing through or exploring the Nebraska Sandhills region.
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Place was a little rough around the edges, but all the important parts were fine. The good - Excellent wifi, beds were comfortable, AC worked good (it was really hot when I was there). The place was clean, but didn't have an overpowering bleach or cleaning agent smell. The not-so-good - I am 5'11, but the shower head hit me in the chest, there was an access panel removed and leaning up against the side of the fridge, there were dead bugs in the lights, the bathroom fan was in need of an upgrade, the bed and sink seemed short (the sink only came to my thigh). And my keys stopped working after one day, though the front desk staff was very quick and helpful in fixing it. If you can put up with a few minor non-functional nits, this place is a great value. It is on the outskirts of town (i.e. no fighting traffic), has a nice view of the sunrise, had plenty of parking and was one of the cheapest places in town.
This is a very nice motel, right off the highway, but set back far enough so you don't hear any traffic noise. King size bed was very comfortable & lots of channel choices on the tv. Recliner in the room was nice. The dorm size refrigerator & small microwave were nice to have in the room. The only thing I can say against it was the faucet on the sink you are not able to turn on much. The shower was fine.
Great older motel. Rooms are big, pet friendly, and have vinyl plank floors. Great dog walking spots, close to Great Mexican food. Fair pricing too!
I was pleasantly surprised by this hotel. It is an older, no frills motel. The room (#20) was CLEAN. The bed was comfy. I stayed one night. Hot shower, many TV channels, and a good sleep. Id stay here again. $85+tax (mid May) not including pet fee of $15.
When I pulled up I didn’t have much hope but walking in our room was exceptionally clean. The staff were very friendly. Definitely better than a lot of big hotels.
We had a wonderful night's sleep in this super cute motel! It is very clean and well kept!
I stayed here on July 30, 2024. This hotel was my favorite during my cross country road trip. It appeared to be run by either one or two young couples who were super nice and helpful. They took great care of the grounds and the rooms were clean and spacious. The motel itself is a single story. I was using a scooter while battling a broken foot and had no issues getting around the parking lot or in/out of the room. There was a 1-2" curb from the parking lot directly in front of my room. There was probably a ramp at the end of the walkway, but I didn't need it for my scooter. There was a grab-n-go style breakfast in the morning with plenty of options for anyone. There are also several food options a few minutes down the road for lunch or dinner. Parking was easy. The bed and pillows were very comfortable! Perhaps most importantly, I felt safe as a female traveler with a dog. I took puppers outside at night with no worries and she had a clean, safe area to go potty. Highly recommend!
We felt completely comfortable here. Sweet little boutique motel that had the basics. Not fully updated, but a good night sleep and fairly decent coffee.
This modest motel fronting Highway 20 is a 3-minute drive from the Valentine town center and Miller Field airport, plus 6 minutes' drive from Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge.
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