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1st Choice Inn Rawlins

2.0 star property
Hotel near Wyoming Frontier Prison Museum in Rawlins

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Deluxe Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing
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Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

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1904 E Cedar St, Rawlins, WY, 82301-6033
  • Wyoming Frontier Prison Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Carbon County Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Rochelle Ranch Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 336 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 336 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 336 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Rawlins

Heart of Rawlins.You'll find Wyoming Frontier Prison Museum and Rochelle Ranch Golf Course within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Carbon County Museum is within 3 miles (5 km) and Fort Fred Steele State Historic Site is within 20 miles (32 km).

What's nearby

  • Wyoming Frontier Prison Museum - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Carbon County Museum - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Island Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Rawlins Springs - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Rochelle Ranch Golf Course - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Cactus Jack's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Anong's Thai Cuisine - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Peppermill Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive

About this property

1st Choice Inn Rawlins

Hotel near Wyoming Frontier Prison Museum in Rawlins
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly 1st Choice Inn Rawlins also features a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and express check-out. Free self parking is available. The property offers extended parking privileges.

This Rawlins hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
  • Refrigerator in a common area
1st Choice Inn Rawlins offers 48 accommodations with complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. 40-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Extended parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

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

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 50.00 and a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 100 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • 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! Children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.

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 deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay) plus USD 50.00 one-time cleaning fee
  • 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
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, debit cards, and cash
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. 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, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Children 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does 1st Choice Inn Rawlins have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at 1st Choice Inn Rawlins.

How much does it cost to stay at 1st Choice Inn Rawlins?

As of Jun 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1st Choice Inn Rawlins on Jun 12, 2025 start from $67.49, 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.

Does 1st Choice Inn Rawlins offer free breakfast?

1st Choice Inn Rawlins offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at 1st Choice Inn Rawlins?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at 1st Choice Inn Rawlins?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at 1st Choice Inn Rawlins?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does 1st Choice Inn Rawlins have a pool?

1st Choice Inn Rawlins does not have a pool.

Does 1st Choice Inn Rawlins have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is 1st Choice Inn Rawlins to downtown Rawlins?

1st Choice Inn Rawlins is 1.2 mi away from Rawlins.

1st Choice Inn Rawlins Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 213 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 307 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 205 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 135 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 142 out of 1002 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was fine
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean super friendly night clerk
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ron

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Toni

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were comfortable and slept good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveler

Good place out of the weather.

Bed was a little soft for me. They did have make-your-waffles which were good. A little protein would have added a lot for me.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Staff & service

First choice because best price.

It’s said that travellers would hope to arrive at the 1st choice inn by July 4th in expectation of safe travel before the winter months. We visited in late January. Close. Anyway, if you look carefully you can see the inscriptions of settlers around the outside of the structure. A sort of guestbook-of-the-west. Do you have to turn the shower to hot full and cold less than an inch to get a warm shower, yes. Are there instructions for the sink that clearly belong to a much different faucet? Absolutely. But the floor on one side of the bed is sticky and the staff are extremely kind. What more do you want? The pioneers were lucky to have this affordable stop on their westward travels and so were we.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Maurice

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cool little hotel.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Amenities were not provided due to stay before christmas. Beds were very firm had trouble sleeping in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

William

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had trouble with the front desk. This chain must suck. I stayed in another choice inn in October in Cheyenne. I had similar problems with the staff. It’s ridiculous. This chain could use some training with their Front line staff I will never stay at this chain ever again one positive thing it’s clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Claude

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love it
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Bob

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good mattress
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Colleen

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t like much, main issues were they double charged us! Expedia took my card when I booked, but when we got there she said we owed yet, my husband gave her his card and she charged the room again! I noticed that evening and contacted Expedia because there was no one around the desk. The next morning the same lady that checked us in was 1/2 hour late. There was no one again at the front desk when we checked out. When she finally showed up she was extremely rude and argued with us. She showed us the receipt from expedia( which she said didn’t pay the night before) I pulled out the receipt from the charge on my husbands acct that she had given us when we checked in. All she could say was “ I’ll see what I can do.” She was very snotty about it and basically said we didn’t get charge twice but I had the receipt. We think because she was so upset that we spotted it so soon that she was skimming off the hotel and got caught. Don’t stay here at all, lots of long term renters and lots of vagrants outside on the property! Rooms were old and not very clean, sheets were clean at least! Breakfast was a joke! Stay far away from here unless they redo all the rooms and get rid of the riff- raff( including that day clerk!)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
BOOKED A ROOM, NONE WERE AVAILBLE. EXPEDIA OVERBOOKED. THERE WERE NONE WITHIN 180 MILES DUE TO A LARGE EVENT IN RAWLINS
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Erin, New Springfield

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

martha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Older property. Clean, friendli helpful staff. Recommend. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kedar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As far as the hotel goes it was OK. Nothing special going on for it. The breakfast was less than impressive with no coffee the second day.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Irene Ann

Liked: Staff & service
Had a comfortable nights sleep. Sink did not drain, dirt in corner of bathroom. Sheer curtains need replacement.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for a night's pit stop while traveling.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024