Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of John Wayne Birthplace Museum
This motel features a business centre, laundry facilities and a computer station. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, wedding services, a corner/local shop and a garden are on-site.
Edgetowner Motel offers 23 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature free toiletries and blackout curtains. This individually furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Edgetowner Motel, you'll be close to Van Meter Recreation Complex. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a business centre.
Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
Free self-parking
Amenities include a business centre, convenience store and a computer
14.3 mi (23 km) from John Wayne Birthplace Museum and 15.8 mi (25.4 km) from Living History Farms
Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business centre. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Edgetowner Motel. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this De Soto motel.
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free uncovered self parking on site
Family friendly
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Wedding services
Business services
Business centre
Computer station
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Accessibility
No lift
More
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch LED TV with premium channels
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Heating
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets: USD 10.00 per pet, per night
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
Payment types at the property
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 10.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
The front desk at this property is open daily from 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
We should mention
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
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Edgetowner Motel Reviews
Reviews
6.0
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It was incredibly filthy, would never stay there again.
Sheri
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Michael
2 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Michael
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alan
13 Dec 2024
Alan
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Scott
5 Dec 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Got service
Left my backpack there and the owner held it for 1 week before I came and got it. It was full of expensive electronics too.
Room was outdated, but clean. About what you would expect for the price.
I'd stay again for sure.
The lower unit around the back was in terrible condition. The beds and bath linens and towels were very dirty. The beds had bug remains. The bathroom was in terrible condition, the light above the vanity was busted up and failed to provide any light. The only thing in the room that looked semi-clean was the carpet.
Main issue was it was not clean, carpet very dirty and really dirty under the beds. Chair in room had a large questionable stain. Because it was so dirty, we did not use the shower. No blankets in the room just a thin sheet and thin bedspread. Two remotes for the TV but no instructions on how to use them so we only could get a couple channels. No amenities. Ice only available in the office when it was open. Outside of each room were the most torn up delapidated chairs that looked awful and no one would want to use. Did not have our reservations eventhough we had a confirmation number. Showed a room $20 cheaper on line on the day we arrived than we were quoted however, they did honor the cheaper rate. We only stayed one night due to lack of cleanliness but clerk could not process our second night refund so not sure if it was processed the next day or not. The woman who checked us in was very nice. The property behind it was large and beautiful which was the only nice thing about it. It could be acceptable if these issues were resolved.
Nothing to like. Building was run down. Our room smelled terrible. We had to go purchase Lysol and an air freshener and our own bedding and pillows because we didn't trust what was supplied. Bathroom was disgusting/dirty. We noticed toilet tissue stuffed into a hole in the floor where a plumbing pipe was removed. Lighting worked when it wanted too. You could see sunlight around and under the door. Whoever owns the motel certainly doesn't take pride in it. This motel is the only one in town.
Room was mostly clean but things barely work. Tried to use heater but it set off fire alarm, no toiletries provided. Had 2 rooms, one was roach infested. In one room water was hot enough to cause burns,other room no hot water. TV would not turn off. This place should be closed until improvements are made. I would have gotten a refund and left if I wasn't too tired to drive anymore.
Very unprofessional upon arrival. I asked where my room was and was told its around to the back. After getting into the room, I could not figure out the smell that was so bad that they had the window open before I entered the room, I had found some air freshener behind the TV, but it needed to be disinfected. I had to go get lysol, I had to clean the bathroom as well as the toilet was not even flushed and then I opened microwave and there was either food or not sure but I couldnt put my dinner in there. The room should not be available for anyone to stay, the patio outside had a black office rolling chair, I felt unsafe to stay as I was not informed of an adjoined room that the chain was not even locked, I went to the front desk and explained I could not stay there she never asked if I had a problem with the room only said nobody has ever had anyone bother them.
I feel as if I should have been offered a refund as I was there for less than hour as I had a wedding to attend, and when I came I immediately returned the key around 7pm. I had to go to Waukee to stay where I felt safe. I should not have to pay for a room that nobody should be allowed to be in, nor had to pay somewhere else. Im hoping to have this resolved. If you could please contact me I would appreciate it.
Cindy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Danial
17 Aug 2024
Old but decent
Basic place to lay your head and take a shower on a budget. Hotel is pretty old (uses actual keys for the room lol) but room was clean. Would stay again.
Although the property was cheap and the staff was friendly, there were several issues during my stay.
Firstly, I made a reservation in June for a room in August, and upon arrival, it seemed that they didn't actually reserve my room. They told me that I was "in luck since they had one left," I'm curious what would've happened if I showed up without being so "lucky."
The room I did end up getting was dirty, with cigarette butts and bobby pins still littered along parts of the room. The bathroom had toilet paper plugged into a small hole in the floor, not sure how long that had been there. The sink also appeared very dirty.
Definitely would encourage staff to be more diligent about cleaning and honoring reservations.
The room needed massive maintenance. It's were broken, cracked and peeling - like the bathtub shower surround and the bathroom door. The towels weren't clean. The beds were cheap frames, no boxspring and a stained mattress. Very uncomfortable. My mattress was sunk down where you sit on the edge, so that you rolled to that side so I had trouble sleeping. There was less than half a roll of toilet paper when we arrived, and no replacement, so we felt that we had to ration the toilet paper. The phone didn't work. The room did have a working TV and A/C.
Okay, this is a family owned, small town, hotel. It's old. But, it has the hottest water in a shower I've ever experienced, which was awesome for me to work out the soreness in my muscles. The bed was very comfortable, but only had a sheet and thin bedspread. My personal preference is a little more weight for sheets. But, overall, no bedbugs and i was left alone. I can't ask for any more than that. I'll stay there again with the basic comfort and economy.
Golf
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
2/10 Terrible
Jerri
Travelled with family
14 May 2024
I booked this property for my son this afternoon.
It had people hanging outside that were doing drugs. Property looked like a hotel with people who are homeless and live there long term.
This is not your regular motel.
My son did not feel safe so he drove out of the parking lot and left.
I tried calling the motel to cancel and complain but no one answered the phone.
This doesn’t meet up to Expedia standards, or mine.
My husband grew up in Adel/Desoto area so this was totally unexpected and unexceptible.
Please fight them to return my money.