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Gardos Motel

2.5 star property
Motel near Bubba's Fun Park, connected to a shopping center in Forest City

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Guests can park their vehicles in the designated area adjacent to the building.
Guests can park their vehicles in the adjacent lot.
Enjoy a warm and inviting space with a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, microwave, and dining area.
Guests can check in at the registration office, located on the ground floor of this two-story motel.
Cozy retreat with a single bed, nightstand, and comfortable seating area.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
1266 West Main Street, Forest City, NC, 28043
  • Bubba's Fun Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Forest City Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Rutherford County Farm Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Economy Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Economy Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Forest City

Heart of Forest City.You'll find Bubba's Fun Park and Forest City Golf Course within 2 miles (3 km) of this motel. Lake Lure Flowering Bridge and Chimney Rock State Park are also within 32 miles (52 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bubba's Fun Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Forest City Golf Course - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • The Foundation Performing Arts and Conference Center - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Rutherford County Farm Museum - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Tryon International Equestrian Center - 21 min drive - 17.6 miles

Getting around

  • Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Don's Italian Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Don Ramon Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Gardos Motel

Motel near Bubba's Fun Park, connected to a shopping center in Forest City
A free manager's reception is offered on select days. WiFi is free in public spaces. Gardos Motel also features coffee/tea in a common area and RV/bus/truck parking. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Forest City motel.

  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1965
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Gardos Motel offers 37 accommodations with air conditioning. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)

Things to do

  • Golf driving range

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 10.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out fee: USD 5

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in fee: USD 10.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 5

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Gardos Motel to the airport?

Gardos Motel is 61.3 mi (71-min drive) away from the Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Gardos Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gardos Motel.

Does Gardos Motel offer free breakfast?

Gardos Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gardos Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Gardos Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in costs USD 10.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Gardos Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Gardos Motel have a pool?

Gardos Motel does not have a pool.

Does Gardos Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Gardos Motel to downtown Forest City?

Gardos Motel is 2.1 mi away from Forest City.

Gardos Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 66 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes ,it is very accessible
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

You get what you pay for

TV did not work, floor was dirty and bed was very uncomfortable. If you need a place thats cheap and just for a night, it'll do, but would avoid unless you have no other options.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Paula

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Rose

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Broken things like no ice, no plug for the bath tub, not enough electric outlets. The sink was dirty, the floor needed swept. The bedding was clean. The electric plugs kept falling out of the sockets. The gentleman who checked us in and out was very friendly once he verified who we were. The price was definitely right, it was quiet. We really liked our room's location but it was difficult for my handicapped friend to walk up the stairs (my fault for not requesting handicap-accessible room). The water temperature was definitely affected by others turning on/off their water which made showering an adventure. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Dawn

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

You get what you pay for...

The room accommodated our needs. Plenty of hot water, A/c-Heat worked great and the fridge worked great. The refrigerator, microwave and A/C were unplugged so we had to wait for the fridge to cool. I was not aware the room was for smoker's and the odor was very pungent. Housekeeping was attentive and eager to please. While searching for my grandson's lost marker lid we found a few treasures left from prior visitors including a bag of D&D dice behind the bed, a wrapped oatmeal creme pie behind the other bed and an empty tuna fish can under the tv stand! Not complaining just suggesting that housekeeping steps it up a notch when prepping for the next visitor. As long as your tetanus shots are up to date, you're not sensitive to cigarette smoke, you enjoy a very firm mattress, and you have good knees for climbing the stairs you'll be fine! Enjoy your stay at Gardos Motel!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

2/10 Terrible

Deondra

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

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

Nice, clean affordable and nice staff

all good!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

keith

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

AGT would give it 4 YES'S

Nice to find a good motel at a good price! Would definitely return. People are the nicest and most helpful ever!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Beverly

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

Old School American Value

It's an older place but it was very affordable. Our water is out at home so we came to shower, sleep in a clean bed and we didn't want to spend alot. The room is clean, and the best part is NO BUGS. We will probably be back next week (: The office staff (probably the owners) was very accommodating and there wasnt alot of noise. Thanks yall for letting me change my room type even though it was my mistake at booking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked a 4 night stay for work in town there. First night I slept fully clothed. Woke up the next morning fine no issues other than the beds being uncomfortable. The second night slept with my shirt off woke with bug bites all over my lower back. Didn’t have time to look for a new place due to work. The third night slept with a shirt on. Woke the next day with those same bites on my left arm which swelled up. Checked out a night early and slept in my car on my last night. Bc I refused to stay here another night. They never asked how the stay was they don’t give refunds either. So if you are looking to stay here probably book one night at a time. As for me I won’t step foot on that property again. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Yolo

You get what you pay for, and sometimes a little bit more... like black hairs in the bed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

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

Great service and nice hotel!!

It was great! There room was cheap but very clean and nice! The Bed was really big and super comfy, check in was quick and easy the hotel staff was really friendly i have zero complaints and will be staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
It's clean and quiet but. The owners are very nosy and rude and have to many ruled
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Henry

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

comfortable

nice spacey room very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

2/10 Terrible

Heather

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

ot that great

Didn’t feel safe
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

alva

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Looking for a place to sleep

It was a hotel. Had a king bed, frig, micro and TV. It is an old hotel. Everything worked and the price was low. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ash, Rutherfordton, nc

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great price at night you can sleep peacefully the owner doesn’t allow any drugs or trouble makers for the price you couldn’t find a better place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019