Mountain Star Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel near Southern Utah University in Cedar City

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Free daily continental breakfast
Free daily continental breakfast
Front of property

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

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190 South Main Street, Cedar City, UT, 84720
  • Place, Southern Utah Museum of Art
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Southern Utah University
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Utah Shakespeare Festival
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cedar City, UT (CDC-Cedar City Regional)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave Non-pet friendly

  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave Non-Pet Friendly

  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pet-Friendly

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Pet-Friendly

  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking Non-Pet Friendly

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave, Non-Pet Friendly

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 3 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave, Non-Pet Friendly

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Cedar City

In Cedar City .Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Southern Utah University and Southern Utah Museum of Art. Also, Utah Shakespeare Festival is within half a mile (1 km) and Veteran's Park is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Southern Utah Museum of Art - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Southern Utah University - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Utah Shakespeare Festival - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Veteran's Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • America First Events Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cedar City, UT (CDC-Cedar City Regional) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Policy Kings Brewery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Maverik Adventures First Stop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪All American Diner - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Pizza Factory - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Grind Coffee House - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Mountain Star Inn

Hotel near Southern Utah University in Cedar City
Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Mountain Star Inn also features a vending machine and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Cedar City hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
Mountain Star Inn offers 27 accommodations with hair dryers. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

This Cedar City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply).

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in fee: USD 25 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Guests are required to download the property's elock mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

  • Pets: USD 28 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 55 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 28 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: USD 25 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 cash
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 35 mi (56 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 35 mi (56 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

M star Cedar City Hotel
Magnuson Cedar City
M-Star Cedar City Utah
Magnuson Cedar City Cedar City
Magnuson Hotel Cedar City Hotel
Magnuson Hotel Cedar City Cedar City
Magnuson Hotel Cedar City Hotel Cedar City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Mountain Star Inn to the airport?

Mountain Star Inn is 4 mi (6-min drive) away from the Cedar City, UT (CDC-Cedar City Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Mountain Star Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mountain Star Inn.

Does Mountain Star Inn offer free breakfast?

Mountain Star Inn offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Mountain Star Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Mountain Star Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Mountain Star Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Mountain Star Inn have a pool?

Mountain Star Inn does not have a pool.

Does Mountain Star Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Mountain Star Inn to downtown Cedar City?

Mountain Star Inn is 0.2 mi away from Cedar City.

Reviews

Mountain Star Inn Reviews

6.6

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 666 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 666 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 666 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 78 out of 666 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 121 out of 666 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Victoria

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
We picked this hotel for its proximity to the Shakespeare Festival. Really couldn't beat how close it was--made for a lovely walk. Definitely a quirky little hotel. Our AC unit was falling off the wall and we could see light around it from outside so there is no way it was working correctly. Even though it was set to 68 I was so hot the first night. They do charge per person, which was annoying because I was paying for the two bed room anyway, and the two extra kids I had really didn't use up much resources. We did have a full size fridge in our room, bathroom had a heat lamp and bidet BUT the bathroom products weren't filled and our TP ran out the first day (they didn't leave an extra roll in the room). Breakfast options were pretty pared down and 50% were gone/empty with no one around to refill. I was more pleased with the price vis a vis the condition of the hotel before they charged me more for my two extra occupants.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Sherrie

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

4/10 Poor

Dan

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely what you think of when the term "roach motel" is brought up. The walls were filthy, there was some kind of mold growing on the phone, and something sticky was all over the little office chair. There was no toilet paper when we first arrived, the curtain grommets were broken and barely closed, and the air conditioner sounded like it was going to explode at any moment. The staff was friendly and the breakfast provided was nice, but overall definitely not somewhere I would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

A. R.

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not thoroughly clean, no soap/toiletries, extremely limited breakfast (all carbs/no Protein or fruit), no night reading light, plus for large refrigerator.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Adam

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I can’t complain too much because we needed a place that took dogs. But I won’t be giving it a five star review either. It felt like staying in a 3rd world country. The room was quite out of date and run down.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Wade

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

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s an old hotel with quirky room layout. They keep it clean and staff is friendly. Full size refrigerator in the room is great if you’re on a long stay. It’s in the old downtown area of the city with many interesting shops and eateries. The price was the lowest in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Max

Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Good for a last minute stay, nothing longer
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Wade

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

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

The WORST hotel/experience in 50 yrs of traveling!

We did not stay at this hotel due to the deceptive practices of the owner and the deplorable condition of the assigned room. Upon arrival, the owner was absent, only appearing after a ten-minute wait and a direct phone call. He then processed a deposit – an amount significantly higher than deposits at three other hotels in the vicinity. Crucially, after securing my payment and ID, he informed me the original room was unavailable and was giving us a room with three king size beds. It was only after this transaction was complete that he revealed the room's "eco-friendly" feature: no toilet paper, only a bidet. This critical detail was never disclosed prior to booking or payment, and we would never have booked under such conditions. The room provided was entirely unsuitable: * It contained three king beds, crammed so tightly that less than a foot separated them, making movement nearly impossible. * A large refrigerator obstructed what little walking space remained. * The air conditioning unit had a broken on/off button, rendering it unusable. When confronted, the owner admitted no other rooms were available. We immediately decided not to stay. Despite acknowledging our position, he flatly refused a direct refund, directing us to Hotels.com. Hotels.com's subsequent attempt to secure our refund was rejected by the owner. This entire experience was highly unsatisfactory and costly due to the owner's misrepresentation and refusal to refund.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mario

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

Worst Place Ever

The service was terrible and the rooms looked horrendous, as well as they didn't supply toilet paper, shampoo or any necessities, I would not recommend this place to anyone ever.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Didn’t even get to stay lost out on 100$ just because the guy couldn’t add a guest cause apparently if your child is over the age of 5 they count as a “guest”
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Kelly

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was in the center of town and close to restaurants and shopping. The property was very old and repairs were only surface level. Old flooring, old AC unit, new sink in bathroom but old mirror with stickers on it. Holes in the walls not repaired. Dirty walls. Not very clean. Black hair on walls, in shower, on hair dryer handle. Bathroom door could not be closed. Tiles missing on shower floor. Would not recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Wade, las vegas

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

joel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
No toilet paper. No return. I've probably stayed at the property over 10 times. Now they have decided to "go green" and removed all toilet paper from the rooms and installed kitchen sprayer type bidets. I previously dealt with the soap and shampoo dispensers that are often underfilled, barely dispense and don't lather, choosing to overlook them as the beds are the most comfortable in town for a cheap motel. After trying to akwardly maneuver to clean with a kitchen sprayer (bidet) and getting more water on the wall than in the toilet, I can only imagine some of the unmentionable that must be getting sprayed around the bathroom. Couple that with the fact that there is no disposable option to dry after cleaning, and I second guess using the black "makeup remover" wash clothes to shower with. Overall, the staff is good, the rooms are decently clean, and the beds are comfortable for a cheap motel, but you should've have to bring your own TP. If you do decide to stay here, Ace Hardware across the street will sell you a 4 pack of Charmin for about $13.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We woke up to ants. The bed was very small for a king bed
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Tim, Folsom

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The price seemed to be about right for a two star motel. The room had too many big chairs and pieces of old furniture. Had a coffee pot but no place to plug it in so I had to put in my the bed where the outlet was. Pillow smelled like whoever used it last. People that worked there seemed nice. Front desk said it was a "green motel" so no toilet paper. I assume that was to save money. They had a hose hooked up to the toilet instead. Seemed a little gross to touch it to clean yourself after others have used it. I think it had potential to be great place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Nicholas

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
0 toilet paper. the "breakfast" was unsanitary. everything else was fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mike

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
They would not give us toilet paper and the shower wouldn’t work
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Dianna

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
This motel ended up being in a downtown run down area. The room was very old and the furniture was old and not in the best condition, except for the bed which was very comfortable. The coffee maker could not be plugged in where it sat. Tried to plug it in in the bathroom and it blew most of the power in the room. The office was not open at 7am for breakfast as they said it would be, so ended up leaving without any breakfast or being able to tell them about the power. We would choose to not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Tri, Garden Grove

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with the family, rooms are comfortable and a great customer service I definitely will come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

AARON, Rexburg

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Check-in was terrible. No one was at the front desk, so over time I range the bell a total of 4 times before I finally called their phone, then a guy popped out from another room to answer it. Got checked in, went to my room, key didn't work. So I go back and the front desk is vacant again.....I ring the bell another 4 times in total while I wait, end up calling the phone again, and he finally pops out. He puts me in another room instead of just fixing my key for some odd reason. Well the new room had 3 Double beds packed into this little room.....but I'd paid for 1 King bed. So I call again instead of going back to an empty front desk, doesn't answer, so I call right back and he answers then gives excuses why I should infact be happier with the new room. He finally agreed to just fix the other key to the room I'd paid for, so I go over there, and surprise, he'd put me in a room with 2 Queen beds instead of the 1 King. Told him there were 2 King rooms left when I booked, and he said that one had plumming issues, the other he gave to someone else. UNREAL. Later, I find that the toilet seat is gross cuz it never got cleaned, and the shower has clumps of hair on the ground and just hair all over, so just disgusting, I didn't want to use the toilet or the shower. Bad experience to say the least. This place has potential to be a great stop for the low price I paid, but for my experience it sucked.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025