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Drake Motel

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Blackduck motel

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Room, 2 Double Beds | Free WiFi
Reception
Property grounds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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172 Pine Ave, Blackduck, MN, 56630
  • Place, Blackduck Wayside Rest Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Blackduck Area History & Art
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Bemidji State Park
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bemidji, MN (BJI-Bemidji Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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Room, 2 Double Beds | Free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • City view
  • 2292 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Blackduck

In Blackduck .At this motel, you'll be steps from Blackduck Wayside Rest Park and within a 10-minute walk of Blackduck Area History & Art. Blackduck Municipal Golf Course and Pine Tree State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Blackduck Wayside Rest Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Blackduck Area History & Art - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lake Bemidji State Park - 24 min drive - 24.5 miles
  • Diamond Point Park - 29 min drive - 31.4 miles
  • Cedar Lakes Casino & Hotel - 45 min drive - 53.2 miles

Getting around

  • Bemidji, MN (BJI-Bemidji Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pond - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hillcrest Supper Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Countryside Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Duck - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hillcrest Supper Club and Resort, Hines - Classified Ad - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Drake Motel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Blackduck motel
Drake Motel offers its guests barbecue grills and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Blackduck motel.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Drake Motel offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Blackduck motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Microwaves and refrigerators can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Drake Motel to the airport?

Drake Motel is 25.9 mi (27-min drive) away from the Bemidji, MN (BJI-Bemidji Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Drake Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Drake Motel.

Does Drake Motel offer free breakfast?

Drake Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Drake Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Drake Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Drake Motel?

Free parking is not available at this motel.

Does Drake Motel have a pool?

Drake Motel does not have a pool.

Does Drake Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Drake Motel to downtown Blackduck?

Drake Motel is 0.2 mi away from Blackduck.

Drake Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 114 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good value basic accommodations
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Floyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best small-town motel i have stayed in.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, simple, affordable, restaurant and gas nearby
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have the most comfortable beds for a motel! And very friendly owners! We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet little motel!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Office

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bar with pretty good food within walking distance.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Completely charming, very nice hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

David

Room appeared clean just a Man Cave or Hunting Cabin vibe. Mom and Pop style Motel. I would probably stay again if Need Be . Friendly Folks Very Hospitable place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Inexpensive motel that is very well kept. Very clean and the beds are surprisingly comfortable for an older motel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Classic small town motel. Exceptionally clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An amazing comfy stay

The woman who ran this motel was excellent and friendly to us, she clearly takes pride in this property and the comfort of her guests!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BONNIE

Friendly checkin. Room is basic but clean. Bring your own soap and shampoo. It’s an older motel but very comfortable and clean. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon

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

Great small town motel

The Drake Motel met or exceeded all of my expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean room. Unique decor for each room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute little motel with character and very accommodating to our late arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nickolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was easily the nicest Motel I've ever stayed at- the beds were extremely comfortable & the owners were beyond nice and helped me so much during my stay!! :) I also caught a 10 lb Walleye!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable stay, good basic facilities with coffee, microwave and fridge all in good working order. Room, bedding and bathroom were all very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was well kept and the staff was friendly. The room was clean and supplied with everything you needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy to find and exceptionally clean. Best place to stay in Black Duck. Only 13 mile from the re-known Hoot’n Holler saloon.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Drake Motel was very clean, neat and tidy. The young Lady that checked me in was very polite, kind and friendly. Will definitely stay here in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and comfy. Owners were very helpful and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute, quaint, quiet, well kept, and a good deal.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and clean and inexpensive. Great deal.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was wonderful! Nice room. Very, very clean. Service was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022