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Scenic Valley Motel

Stay at Scenic Valley Motel, Lansing, IA. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking, and easy access to Mount Hosmer and Driftless Area Education Center. Book now.

1608 Main St, Lansing, IA 52151, United States View on map
7.8/10
Good Based on 60 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable, simple accommodations with attentive service

Recent guests highlight the motel's clean, updated rooms and helpful staff, while noting some minor drawbacks typical of a small-town property. The motel offers essential amenities and good value, making it a practical choice for travelers focused on convenience and quiet.

Guests often praise

  • Clean and updated rooms with comfortable bedding and amenities like microwave, mini fridge, and coffee pot
  • Friendly and attentive staff providing easy check-in and accommodating service
  • Quiet location away from noisy train tracks, improving overnight rest
  • Good in-room entertainment options including Direct TV and Roku
  • Convenient parking and free Wi-Fi throughout the property

Worth knowing

  • No on-site restaurant, fitness center, or pool available
  • Showers are small with a slow warm-up time for water
  • Soap and shampoo are not provided in rooms, guests should bring their own or request at check-in
  • Some minor room maintenance issues reported, such as missing window parts and strong air fresheners
  • Breakfast options listed in-room may be outdated due to local dining closures

Best for

  • Travelers seeking simple, economical lodging with essential comforts
  • Visitors prioritizing quiet surroundings away from busy noise sources
  • Those who value convenient access to nearby scenic attractions and outdoor activities
  • Guests wanting easy parking and basic amenities without extras
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About this property

Welcome to Scenic Valley Motel

Scenic Valley Motel is a modest, practical lodging option located at 1608 Main St in Lansing, Iowa. Positioned away from the busy railroad tracks, it offers a quieter stay compared to other accommodations in the area. The motel is suited for visitors who prioritize sightseeing and recreation, with local attractions such as Mount Hosmer and the Driftless Area Education & Visitors Center just a short drive away.

The property features simple, updated rooms equipped with essential amenities like free Wi-Fi, a coffee pot, microwave, and refrigerator. While some guests have noted minor drawbacks such as a small shower and the absence of soap and shampoo in rooms, the overall accommodations provide comfort and convenience for travelers who need a clean and functional place to rest. Check-in is described as straightforward and efficient.

Facilities are basic, with free parking available, but no pool, restaurant, or fitness center on site. This makes it a suitable choice for travelers who plan to spend much of their time exploring the outdoors or nearby attractions. The motel's comfortable beds and the updated decor have been positively mentioned, although some details—like a strong air freshener scent or minor room wear—have been observed by guests.

Nearby airports, such as La Crosse Regional Airport, are reachable within about an hour’s drive, supporting convenient access for visitors arriving by air. Close alternatives include well-regarded options like Thornton House Bed and Breakfast and Backwater Suites, offering choices for different preferences in the Lansing area. Overall, Scenic Valley Motel fits travelers seeking economical, no-frills accommodations with a focus on practicality and location.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking

Not available at this property

Pool
Restaurant
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

SM
Scot Morris Apr 13, 2026
10

Room was very nice. Check in was very easy. Room had coffee pot, microwave and refrigerator. The only thing I would suggest is in the room there was a laminated paper with breakfast suggestions. Two of the three places are permanently closed. Just a quick update on that would be great. Would definitely stay here again.

L
Leslie Apr 09, 2026
10

The rooms are nice and updated. The comforter was a nice surprise as they don't have those stiff, itchy ones like most major brand hotels have. The negatives I had were the shower was small and the water takes a bit of time to actually get warmed up enough before you can stand to even get in the shower. But once it has warmed up, the water is hot. Aside from those minor issues, I was very pleased with my stay. I would definitely stay again as well as recommend the motel to anyone traveling to the area!

VH
Vicki Harmon Apr 01, 2026
8.0

I didn't know what to expect after reading the reviews, it's an older motel, but it was a cute room. The air freshener was a little strong, they were a plug in to the wall type, we could have unplugged them for the night, one window shade was missing the bottom part, we were at the end of the motel, so no one was walking by the window. This is the first time we got a key out of a box by the door, but it was easy. If we are this way again we would stay there.

EU
Erin Ure Feb 27, 2026
8.0

Rooms are simple but have the necessities (a bed and TV). conveniently right off a major road. Rooms do not have soap/shampoo in them so bring your own (or ask for some)!

AG
Alex Giles Feb 20, 2026
8.0

Motel room was clean and perfectly sized to fit my needs as someplace to sleep and shower during the week for work. The owner is great to work with and very attentive. Room didn’t have any odors and the bedding was comfortable and the bed and pillows are great. Room had direct tv and Roku so even though you’re in small town Iowa, you don’t need to be isolated like it.

AW
Angela Wester Feb 11, 2026
10

Under new ownership and it shows. From check-in to us checking out, we had a great overnight stay. Micro, mini fridge, super cool air and a comfy bed. The rooms have been updated which were comfortable with cute decor, the outside is almost redone. Great stay, great value and we will be back.

C
Chris Jan 05, 2026
10

Great small town motel! New siding, new grilling area, rooms were clean and sufficient. Check in was simple over the phone for being later in the evening. Such a great thing to have in a small town that offers so much. Will definitely be back again.

RD
Roger Deschner Dec 29, 2025
10

Comfortable, clean, and economical. Very friendly staff. Best lodging in Lansing for one simple reason: It's a whole mile away from noisy RR tracks that have frequent trains all night. Everywhere else to stay in town is right by the noisy tracks.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Scenic Valley Motel

Lansing, Iowa, USA

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • La Crosse Regional Airport 51 min Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Iowa. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Driftless Area Education & Visitors Center 359 reviews

Driftless Area Education & Visitors Center

1944 Columbus Rd, Lansing, IA 52151, United States

4.9 · Museum
Mount Hosmer 8 reviews

Mount Hosmer

Lansing, IA 52151, United States

5 · Mountain Peak
Mount Hosmer Park 453 reviews

Mount Hosmer Park

271 Main St, Lansing, IA 52151, United States

4.8 · Park
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