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The John Day Motel

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A compact hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, desk, and a small kitchenette.
A motel with a distinctive logo featuring crossed tools and a star, a parking lot, and a multi-story building with balconies.
A compact room with a wooden desk, a television, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.
A kitchen counter with tea-related items, a coffee maker, and a shelf with tea bags.
A wicker basket containing a plant, water bottles, a bag of Famous Amos chocolate chip cookies, a bag of Reese's Peanut Butter cups, and a box of Cheddar cheese.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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250 E Main St, John Day, OR, 97845
  • Place, Painted Sky Center for the Arts
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kam Wah Chung and Company Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Bates State Park
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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A room with two beds, a wooden desk, a lamp, a clock, and a painting on the wall.

Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A compact hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, desk, and a small kitchenette.

Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

John Day

In John Day .Your stay at this John Day motel places you within a 10-minute walk of Painted Sky Center for the Arts and Kam Wah Chung and Company Museum. John Day River and Blue Mountain Hospital are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Painted Sky Center for the Arts - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kam Wah Chung and Company Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Grant County Ranch & Rodeo Museum - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Clyde Holiday State Park - 14 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Bates State Park - 35 min drive - 37.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Outpost Pizza Pub and Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Squeeze-In - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Java Jungle - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The John Day Motel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this John Day motel
Self parking is free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
The John Day Motel offers 14 accommodations. Accommodations offer separate dining areas and include desks. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The John Day Motel to the airport?

The John Day Motel is 135.5 mi (185-min drive) away from the Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The John Day Motel?

As of Aug 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The John Day Motel on Aug 24, 2026 start from $106, 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.

Does The John Day Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The John Day Motel.

Does The John Day Motel offer free breakfast?

The John Day Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The John Day Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The John Day Motel?

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

Is there free parking at The John Day Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The John Day Motel have a pool?

The John Day Motel does not have a pool.

Does The John Day Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The John Day Motel to downtown John Day?

The John Day Motel is 0.1 mi away from John Day.

The John Day Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, clean room for price.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Looked a bit sketchy from the outside.an older hotel..re furbished...well maintained..We were happy with the stay..
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with a nice upper hangout area with green grass, corn hole, picnic table and a fire pit. Staff was very friendly and accommodating and the rooms were all newly remodeled and very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neat little place and very clean. These kids are doing a great job revamping this motel. If you have a large rig or pickup the parking might be difficult. Great stay for an inexpensive room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was no Ritz Carlton, nor would I stay at one, but what this place was…comfortable and homey. Best nights sleep in a motel/hotel ever! Staff was friendly and there’s a spot for you to hang out by the fire with your dog while smoking some meat on the Traeger! I’ll definitely be back..next time with my doggo!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Boyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms were quaint, old fashioned and cute. The rooms had coffee, microwave, fridge and wi-fi. The walls were a little thin and a funny smell in the lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Hazel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, available staff. A little noisy up to quiet hour, but pin-droppy after that (10pm). The room was clean and smelled fresh. Parking is a little awkward.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

deniscia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Donny

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026