American Motel

2.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this Waseca motel

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Deluxe Suite, Jetted Tub | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Lobby
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1313 Highway 13 N, Waseca, MN, 56093
  • Place, Loon Lake Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Waseca Lakeside Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Farmamerica Minnesota Agricultural Interpretive Center
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Suite, Jetted Tub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Waseca

In Waseca .You'll find Waseca County Historical Society Museum and Loon Lake Park within 2 miles (3 km) of this motel. Also, Waseca Lakeside Club is within 3 miles (5 km) and Farmamerica Minnesota Agricultural Interpretive Center is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Loon Lake Park - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Waseca Lakeside Club - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Farmamerica Minnesota Agricultural Interpretive Center - 11 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Sakatah Lake State Park - 19 min drive - 15.1 miles
  • Minnesota State University - 37 min drive - 31.8 miles

Getting around

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Yellow Mushroom Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Ranch - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪American Legion Post 228 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive

About this property

American Motel

Enjoy free breakfast at this Waseca motel
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly American Motel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Waseca motel.

  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
American Motel offers 51 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary weekday newspapers and complimentary toiletries. 40-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with jetted bathtubs.

This Waseca motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

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

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • TV 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.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 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 10 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 25 per night.

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 10 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per night

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

American Motel Waseca
American Waseca
American Motel Motel
American Motel Waseca
American Motel Motel Waseca

Frequently asked questions

How close is American Motel to the airport?

American Motel is 67.7 mi (72-min drive) away from the Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does American Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at American Motel.

How close is American Motel to the beach?

This motel is 16.3 mi (22-min drive) from City Beach.

Does American Motel offer free breakfast?

American Motel offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at American Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at American Motel?

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

Is there free parking at American Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does American Motel have a pool?

American Motel does not have a pool.

Does American Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is American Motel to downtown Waseca?

American Motel is 1.5 mi away from Waseca.

American Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 301 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 301 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 301 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 301 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 301 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is under new management and undergoing updating and renovations. All of this considered found my stay extremely enjoyable. Staff was very friendly and helpful. We'll definitely stay here again and look forward. To seeing how things improve over time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
very limited tv channels. only one exit availablr. internet lasted only 59 minutes and would disconnect you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Wanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
We came in on Wed. afternoon and left Sunday morning. Our room was not cleaned even once. I had to ask for clean towels and trash bags. I did bring it to their attention Fri. morning but they just said they were real busy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Judi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful and room was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
In the process of remodeling and refurbishing, but very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genesis

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Jacqueline

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The ladies at the front desk were perfectly nice. It was dirty though, even for being "under renovation". Floor was dirty, hair in the bathroom,
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Shawn

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its obviously under construction. Holes in the walls where there used to be picture hangers. Paint was partially paint and partially primer. We found a razor blade on top of our a/c unit. There was a nasty smell in the room which I think was probably flooring adhesive as the flooring was new. The bathroom was clean but badly outdated/institutional. So that's the worst stuff. Good stuff was that the beds were probably new memory foam and weren't too bad once you were in them and the sheets were clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. I can't speak on the breakfast because I never saw it. The tables were still wrapped in plastic so I dont know if they served breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Erica

Traveled with family

No breakfast…

No hairdryers available. No breakfast available even tho it was stated on hotels.com that it was offered.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brittany

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

ALLEN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The bad - During check in was told there would be no breakfast, new owners and remodeling was going to happen, no big deal for us, as we would be going to Daughters place for breakfast anyway. When we tried to enter our room card did not work, after numerous attempts we notified personnel. After numerous attempts by hotel management making a new card, battery was replaced which didn't work either. The good - we were then moved into a King bed room, a lot nicer room for the money, an awesome upgrade, management really made an effort to please us. Will stay there again and can't wait to see the upgrades they will be making.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAVEL

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

PAVEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Liked: Staff & service

Too expensive for what you get

This hotel would be less than $50/night anywhere else, but they take full advantage of being 1 of 2 hotels in the area by jacking up the price. (The other hotel is just as expensive and just as bad.)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Darrell

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Chad

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

10/10 Excellent

PAVEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a very bad stay, room gross. Burn holes everywh, dirty sheets, Everythi all dirty n gross, wish I could get a refund
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

PAVEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

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