Stay at Midway Motel, a 3.2-star motel in St Paul offering free Wi-Fi, parking, and pet-friendly rooms. Close to Minneapolis Institute of Art and Minnehaha Falls.
Recent guests highlight friendly staff, cleanliness, and privacy as key strengths, alongside practical drawbacks like noise and limited amenities. This motel suits travelers seeking straightforward, affordable accommodation near local attractions.
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Midway Motel is a modest 3-star property located at 901 Snelling Ave in St. Paul, MN. It offers essential amenities including free Wi-Fi, free parking, and air conditioning, alongside a pet-friendly policy. While the motel does not feature a pool, restaurant, fitness center, or airport shuttle, it aims to provide straightforward accommodation with an emphasis on convenience and privacy given its exterior room entrances and no-credit card booking options.
The setting works well for visitors focused on sightseeing and easy transit, reflected in its 3.6 rating for activity accessibility. Nearby attractions such as the Minneapolis Institute of Art, Minnehaha Falls, and the Walker Art Center provide a range of cultural and outdoor experiences within a short drive. Travelers arriving via Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport can reach the motel in about 22 minutes by car.
Guest feedback highlights a generally clean and quiet environment with friendly and attentive staff. Some guests appreciate the value and privacy offered, noting peaceful nights and a lack of intrusion, while others mention issues such as occasional external noise and dated facilities. The property may especially suit practical travelers, including those attending nearby events or requiring pet-friendly lodging without extensive services.
As one of several lodging options in the area, Midway Motel stands out for its no-frills approach, accommodating flexible stays and travelers seeking a simple base. Its location near the state fairgrounds and city attractions, combined with competitive pricing, makes it a practical choice despite some mixed reviews regarding atmosphere and amenities.
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hopefully somenight. i can stay a night or 2 at this place i know it's near the State Fair. & a nice Place. i would like to do that even more. along with State Fairs Ballgames to fun places & all Others. :D & i know i live in Central MN area :)
Place is way over priced, but u get to do ANYTHING U WANT when u are staying there. Can have more than just 2 people in your room too. And traffic all nite long and no complaints ..... They have a microwave ppl can share also i e machine is broken....
We stayed here for 3 nights, staff is very friendly and accommodating just dont take advantage of that. Rooms are comfortable clean, and cozy. Bathroom has a option of a bath or shower you can take either. Beds have protective liners on them so no bug problems at all, very clean hotel. It's always quite here. No people knocking on doors randomly, no violence or strange night activity. Its peaceful. Good for the price. Highly recommend. Thanks for a pleasant stay!
We really enjoyed our stay here last summer as a motorcycle group. Staff was wonderful, rooms were clean, and the location was perfect for all of our exploring. Would definitely return!
Although I did not get a room because I was only in the area and my GPS and signal cut out on me so I pulled in to try to get my GPS back working. While I was sitting in my car the staff was what looked like cleaning of most of the available rooms, remodeling or fixing up of the interior and exterior and when I couldn't get a signal I went in to the front desk and they were so nice they gave me access to their WiFi so I could connect and get back on the road. They were all so pleasant and very attentive even though I was not a paying guest. Thank you Midway Motel owners for being so helpful to me at a time of frustration
I love the privacy here. No deposits. No credit card needed. I can pay cash. Loves it. They stay out of your business.
The Midway Motel is not as bad as everybody says... It's a roof to keep you dry my only problem is I can't open my Windows without bugs coming in because there's no screens but other than that the owners are super sweet.
You get what you'd assume you would...with no credit card necessary. No deposit. Under $100 and outside entrance to your door. Window in front . Decent and simple. A few downfalls...but if you're looking to have privacy and less interaction with hotel or guests. Maybe bring your pet...etc. this is exactly what you should expect. Hotel staff cleaning people are attentive. Perfect for travelers not looking for the spa and red carpet safe. Sometimes loud... not really worth complaining about.
The motels best asset are their staff members. The customer service is top notch. Also, it's a great value for the night. If your a doctor, or if you really need your sleep, you could find it difficult to do during the day mostly as ppl tend to chill in the parking lot of their cars and just blast their rap music with no regard to the neighbors. Also, I do not see any vending machines, but there's a gas station a block away. Overall, I would give it four stars.
Awesome bed, great price! New paint, furniture and TV! A great place for the price! We will be booking for the fair next year. Absolutely no bed bugs, whoever said that must have brought them with Lol
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