Oakdale Motel

Motel in Owatonna with free parking

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Dates

November 2025

4

December 2025

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Located in the heart of the city, Oakdale Motel provides a practical haven with continental breakfast and WiFi in every room. Guests can socialize around the barbecue facilities or satisfy cravings with the on-site vending machines.

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly
24/7 front desk
Parking included
Free WiFi

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 4 - Nov 5

Tomorrow

Nov 5 - Nov 6

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Economy Single Room

Highlights

Fridge

TV

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Shower/bath combination

Microwave

Cable/satellite channels

Iron/ironing board

22 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Economy Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Fridge

TV

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Shower/bath combination

Microwave

Cable/satellite channels

Iron/ironing board

23 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Private hot tub

Fridge

TV

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Shower/bath combination

Microwave

Cable/satellite channels

23 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the area

1418 S Oak Ave, Owatonna, MN, 55060

What's nearby

Village of Yesteryear - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Lake Kohlmeier - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Owatonna Public Library - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Owatonna Arts Center - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
Mineral Springs Park - 6 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
‪Taco John's - ‬6 min walk
‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
‪Jimmy John's - ‬3 min drive
‪Southside at Spare Time Entertainment - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Oakdale Motel

Motel in the city centre

Oakdale Motel provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Other perks include:

Free self-parking
Barbecues, a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine

Room features

All guest rooms at Oakdale Motel include amenities, such as free WiFi.

Extra amenities include:

Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and shampoo
25-inch TVs with premium channels
Fridges, microwaves and heating

Similar properties

Breakfast included
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Vending machine

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

Barbecue grill

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance

More

2 floors
Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

25-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

Microwave
Refrigerator

More

Free local calls
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total pets

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

Pet fee: USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

This property accepts credit cards and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Oakdale Motel

Oakdale Motel Owatonna

Oakdale Owatonna

Oakdale Motel Motel

Oakdale Motel Owatonna

Oakdale Motel Motel Owatonna

Frequently asked questions

Is Oakdale Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, Oakdale Motel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Oakdale Motel ?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oakdale Motel on 11 Nov 2025 start from €60.37, including 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.

How much is parking at Oakdale Motel ?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Oakdale Motel ?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Oakdale Motel ?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Oakdale Motel located?

Located in the heart of Owatonna, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Kaplan's Woods Park, Steele County History Center and Village of Yesteryear. Lake Kohlmeier and City Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Oakdale Motel Reviews

6.6

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

3 Jul 2020

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Smelled strongly of urine. AC was insufficient. Bath tub was filthy.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Rosa

27 Jan 2020

Liked: Staff & service

Mom n Pop place, so don't expect the Hilton feel

It's a mom n pop place, so you can't expect the Hilton feel from it. It needs much updating. The room could have been cleaned better (a tiny bit of dust on the headboards, back of the toilet was not cleaned, old soap left in shower, corners of bathroom needed a scrubbing). Would be nice to have more then 2 pillows on the bed and 2 body towels in the rack. The "deadbolt" wouldn't lock from the inside, but you couldn't get in with out a key. The selection for "breakfast" was very basic but wasn't bad, BUT the taste of the food horrible (tasted like the bottom of the barrel of the generic brands). But, none if those things were major issues. The owner was very kind. We didn't see any bugs, and the room was warm. We didn't have an issues. The pics are accurate, and got what we expected. It was a good/very basic stay for what it was.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

13 Jan 2020

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

Don’t do it!

They did not honor the reservation because they were overbooked. Fortunately for us! One of our friends staying had the Oakdale had bedbugs in their room!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

17 Dec 2019

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

It was quiet. Staff very polite. Rooms clean and tighty beds comfortable. Good location easy to get everywhere in town.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

16 Sept 2019

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Lots of noise during our first night. Bathroom door did not fit opening so it could not be closed fully. Other than that, it was sufficient for what we paid.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kjersti

30 Aug 2019

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

Fantastic job

It was an amazing stay. The staff were good, polite to us and we enjoyed our time there.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

12 Jul 2019

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

OAKDALE

This is an older business in need of some TLC. Bath door didn't shut correctly, shower control just spun until you could figure out temp control. Needed a good clean. Host was happy and congenial

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

22 Feb 2018

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

Dirty, dirty and dirty.

First room assigned still dirty. Next room blood on sheets, bathroom lsmp shade on floor and thick dust on everything. Did not stay. Left and went to another motel. No call or anything from management.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Scott

16 Feb 2018

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

Family owned motel. Very comfortable

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

2/10 Terrible

Al, faribault mn

12 Feb 2018

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ad not close at all

Reserved a queen smoking room. Got a full nonsmoking room that want much bigger than a jail cell

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

6/10 Okay

Gary

28 Jan 2018

Liked: Staff & service

walls are kind of thin, not real sound proof

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Don

19 Jul 2017

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

For the money it was good.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

4/10 Poor

slk, MN

5 Mar 2017

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Uncomfortable

The bed was like a board. Pillow was almost nonexistent. Staff unpleasant. Walls in bathroom dirty

10/10 Excellent

Michael

24 Feb 2017

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

High Value Stay

Oakdale is a motel - park in front of your room door. Surrounding area is commerical/residential mix - very safe. Nearby is a nice Hyvee grocery. My room had a good number of light fixtures. I enjoy a well-lit room. The furnishings were very nice for this level motel - Marble sink top. Honey pine dresser and table in excellent condition. New carpet. Internet router on the table in my room allowed me CAT-5 connection to internet - good bandwidth. Flat screen tv with 100 or so channels. Proprietor gave me a room upgrade to two queen bed room where my reservation was for one. There is a free continental breakfast. Pretty small, but as good for me as most chain hotels - Raisin Bran cereal and a banana is all I'd usually appreciate from those as well. Not a stay-to-impress, but at half the price of a large chain motel - an excellent value.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

17 Apr 2016

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

Clean and comfortable

Very nice hotel tucked away from the bustle. Very friendly staff and clean and comfortable rooms.

4/10 Poor

John, Kalaheo

25 Jan 2016

Liked: Cleanliness

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

An OK place to sleep.

Breakfast is included, but it isn't very appetizing. I chose it because it is a short walk to the HyVee so if a Minnesota Blizzard descended upon me, I'd still have access to booze and other necessities. Heat is via a boiler but I cannot be sure you can change the temperature. I didn't freeze. They take your payment in advance. We checked out early and there was a question about whether or not we were going to get a refund until I called Hotels.com. The bed was "good enough". The TV was basic satellite, when was the last time you saw something you wanted to watch on satellite TV? Free Wi-Fi was strong enough to download a show. It was less than 1/2 the price of the AmericInn. There are several food places within a couple of blocks.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

18 Jan 2016

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

The stay was pleasant and quite. Room was clean and warm.

6/10 Okay

Katherine, Chicago

26 Dec 2015

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

A View of HyVee

I was greeted on check in with, "You shouldn't have been able to reserve a room" because there was a convention in town, but I was allowed to stay in the end. Breakfast consisted of old fruit, cereal, and pastries. I tried a banana, but it was so bruised, I had to throw it away. It's a motel and cheaper than the other hotels in town, so I did not expect a lot, but a toasted bagel sure would have been nice.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

16 Nov 2015

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

Not bad place great price

10/10 Excellent

Kathy, Ogilvie

5 Nov 2015

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

Quiet rest, clean room and comfort

Very comfortable bed. Kind and caring staff and extremely clean room. A good stay for a short visit but I will come back. It meets my needs!

4/10 Poor

Deanna

21 Sept 2015

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Owatonna Business Trip

With the road construction, it was a bit difficult to find. Signage was terrible and I was on top of the driveway before I saw the entrance. I pulled up into an empty parking lot and thought it was closed. This is a motel, not a hotel and is also rented by the week or month. The office looked dark and there was no sign that said open. I went in and waited (no buzzer, or bell) but there was a surveillance camera. A very polite and helpful young man came out, and checked me in. The room was clean but the green velvet drapes and old bedspread were very dated. The carpet and paint seemed fairly new. The door needs weather striping as I could see light all the way around, and the A/C was very loud. I could every word of conversation from the room next to me. There was nobody in the morning to check me out so I just left my key on the counter and left. It served the purpose, but next trip I will stay further up the road.

8/10 Good

Richard

26 Jul 2015

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

Great service clean room great value. If I'm staying in Owatonna I will stay there again.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

10 Jul 2015

Dated and rough but habitable for a night or two

It's OK for a night or maybe 2. Location is good for proximity to south Owatonna and Hwy 14. The most important things were fine - hot water, toilet and drains all worked. Bathroom and sink surfaces were clean, but the rest of the room had a lot of dust. And housekeeping didn't check behind the bathroom door, missing dirty towels. The room otherwise was dated and rough around the edges, but certainly habitable.