Shasta Dam Motel

8/10

Excellent

01 Jul 2026

Bonnie

If you like funky little out-of-the-way places to stay, this one is perfect. It's an old motel with many nice upgrades. Clean and homey. The only drawback is that it is close to a freeway, but I didn't notice the noise while in the room -- only when outside. I imagine in the springtime when all the grassy areas are green and blooming, it is even better.

8/10

Excellent

15 Jun 2026

Jeffrey

Basic rooms, fairly clean and staff were responsive. The refrigerator was minimum.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jun 2026

Rafael

Great location, safe, clean, comfortable

Self

6/10

Pleasant

30 May 2026

Kelly

This is a very old property but perfect for an overnight stay when you’re on the road. We had the dog and a trailer so it worked out great.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Feb 2026

Timothy

Accommodation was sufficient. No issues. Worked well for our fishing tournament needs

Friends

8/10

Excellent

26 Nov 2025

Kyle

They have a pretty cool cat that’s friendly, rooms are out dated but clean

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Nov 2025

John

Service is great and safe for the whole family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Oct 2025

Oliver

This is a fun quirky place with friendly neighborhood cats to welcome guests. The room was clean and comfortable, not fancy, but had character. It was perfect for a night on our road trip, conveniently located close to the route. We found a nice independent coffee shop nearby for breakfast as we headed back on the road.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Oct 2025

jerod

Excellent

Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Oct 2025

Michael

Comfy

Business_and_leisure Pet

2/10

Poor

25 Sep 2025

JOEL

The host did not even look at my reservation. So charge me for 1 night when I was staying for 2. Then, try to kick me out the second night. When I went up to talk to him in his little area that he does his business. There was urine on the floor. Never saw bugs sheets were clean.But other than that, it was a train wreck. It said it had a pool, but it was empty and the air conditioning could barely keep it cool enough. The bathroom was hideous as well as the kitchenette. Not worth a $97 dollars a night. Sorry I didn't take more pictures. And it's right next to the freeway.I mean, right next to the freeway.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

12 Sep 2025

Kelly

Cute motel. Clean, safe and comfortable.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Aug 2025

arthur

A Great Throwback to the Best Motels of Yesteryear

Old Mill Eatery nearby is great for most meals. The Pizza place on Shasta Dam Ave. is also good. Options are very limited for dining in town, but you can find most anything.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jul 2025

David

They turned on AC before we arrived . That was great! 👍

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jul 2025

Graham

It’s clean and comfortable. My only issue was that I booked the room on one card, and had intended on charging the room to another card. Expedia told me the card I used to reserve the room would not be charged. When I got there to put the room on my company card they had already charged my personal card. Not that big a deal…just not what I was told would happen. Other than that the place was cleaned and comfortable with good amenities.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jul 2025

Laura

Property is visibly older but very well maintained, clean and equipped with all the modern day conveniences (fridge, microwave, coffee station, wifi). Its just off one of the surface streets so once or twice we could hear traffic but not in any way disruptive. Right off the freeway, perfect. Pricing was perfect for us. If you're looking for reasonably priced, convenient location with basic essentials this is a good spot. But if you're looking for bargain basement pricing with Ritz Carlton accommodation, keep looking. This place has charm and character and met our needs perfectly.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jul 2025

Raul

I rated this room as 5 stars while keeping the price of the room in mind. I paid $99 + tax and got a clean functional room with a mini-fridge, microwave, coffee maker, TV with basic cable, an air conditioner, and two very comfortable queen sized beds. It's a great deal for the price.

So often I see reviews where people pay a low price for a room and then complain they're not staying in a $250 room. I've learned to ignore these clueless individuals. In short, if you want a clean room with basic amenities and friendly staff, you've come to the right place.

Next time I'm in the area, I'll be sure to stay here again. I rate this place is excellent!

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

30 Jun 2025

Thomas

Solid budget choice for fishermen

Good budget choice for this area!
It's basic, and you get what you need, and nothing more, nothing less. Freindly staff and helpful.

Friends_and_family Friends

6/10

Pleasant

10 Jun 2025

Mary

It was fine

10/10

Exceptional

10 May 2025

eduardas

Room was large size and has a separate kitchenette area.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

30 Nov 2024

Michael

Easy check in with easy freeway access. Thoughtful staff that explained where the thermostat was so that I could turn on the heat. My pup and I enjoyed and will visit again.

4/10

Poor

15 Sep 2024

JAMES

Dirty towels noisy air conditioner

8/10

Excellent

30 Aug 2024

Edward

Conveniently located within a few blocks from highway on ramp. Quiet, clean

Leisure Self

2/10

Poor

24 Aug 2024

Donna

Expedia, strongly recommend you pull this listing from your site! I have trusted your advertised sites and been completely satisfied until now. Pictures on your site were totally deceptive. The “pool”was empty of water and surface was cracked; pool deck was full of garbage , so had been that way for some time. There was no “fire pit” but a dirty gas grill surrounded by broken rusted old kitchen chair- no tools to clean or grill with. The exterior was dilapitated with rain gutters almost fully detached. The room we were given was NOT the room I reserved on line. Instead of what looked like a clean, standard room with 1 king size bed, we got a room with 2 queen beds. The bedspreads were stained; the dresser was severely damaged with broken handles, 2 drawers were actually filled with putty around the edges so you could not open them. The bathroom window was broken and boarded up with plywood and wanting a shower after a long day of hiking and driving, when I turned on the water, bugs crawled out of the drain. Lastly, pulled the sheets and mattress cover back- BED BUGS EVERYWHERE; multiple mattress stains. Needless to say - we promptly left. The management was completely unforgiving .

Leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

05 Aug 2024

Jason

I would stay here again.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jul 2024

Roberto

I stayed here in July when it was over 100 degrees outside. Room had great AC. Great location I went to the dam and took the tour. It’s 10 minutes away from dam or fishing at the lake. 2 minutes from the motorcycle shop. Very clean. Great WiFi. Very nice staff. Room had separate dining and kitchen area with fridge, freezer, microwave. Clean room and bathroom. Nice tv with lots of channels. I will stay here wherever I’m in the area. Very convenient. Walk to food options, gas station. Felt safe. Was easy to work on the laptop. It was quiet. Very enjoyable experience. Great value at this place. Better than more expensive chain motels and hotels that I’ve stayed at. And the best location for visiting the lake for fishing, boat ramp, or dam for tour and hiking.

Business_and_leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

10 Jul 2024

Leo

Nice little quiet spot in the woods

Business_and_leisure Self

2/10

Poor

06 Jul 2024

Pete

Health department should shut down this place

I didn’t stay. I checked in, then saw the condition of the room, with dead bugs on the floor and bedding. Floor was stained. At 10pm the room was extremely hot and stuffy because AC was left off on a hot day. I rejected the room and went to another motel (Super 8).

Partner

4/10

Poor

05 Jul 2024

Mark

It was a lot like that movie The Bates hotel.. creepy

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2024

David

Let me check in early, quiet, just what you need shower hot water basic amenities everything works classic old motel.

8/10

Excellent

05 May 2024

CARLOS

Nice bed to rest after a long day of hiking

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Dec 2023

Scott

Good motel

Clean and economical. Room had refrig and microwave. Dog friendly. It was a one night stay and it was easy to access and depart.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Nov 2023

Guy

great location easy to access- good price

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Oct 2023

Kathleen

Nice and clean, the room was a little odd and the place is old,,too bad the pool is out of comision. I would stay there again if I needed a place close.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

19 Sep 2023

Jamileh

The rooms have a seperate kitchen ! Manger care about his customer! Motel located in a quiet area! Everything is perfect in this motel

Self

8/10

Excellent

21 Aug 2023

menesleo

One night stay

The motel is not too far from the freeway exit. It is as expected for the price, although a bit outdated. The front desk is very accommodating and will wait for your late arrival as needed, just make sure to let them know ahead of time.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

19 Aug 2023

Erik

Gr

Leisure Self

4/10

Poor

16 Jun 2023

Verified traveler

Fallen far

Very disappointed in this former favorite place to stay - the upkeep on the place and attention to customer detail is just nowhere near what it used to be. Guess we'll still have our memories of the better years...

Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Jun 2023

michael

Cl

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jan 2023

Matthew

This is a great hotel for under $100. It is Ma and Pa owned and has a Route 66 vibe to it and I liked the location of this motel. It is located right off the exit on Interstate 5, gas stations and food a block up the street. There is no riff raff near this moteI and it is very safe to stay here. I parked my vehicle just a couple of steps from my room and the room was large with ammenities, coffee maker, refrigerator and wi fi. The heat is central air and is great for Mt. Shasta winters. I can't wait to visit this place in the summer. Ma and Pa hotels are the best.

Business

6/10

Pleasant

08 Jan 2023

Glenna

Property is s
Dated but served it purpose for a quick overnight sleep. Was surprised by the dog surcharge but we did negotiate a better price which was good

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

13 Sep 2022

Christopher

With a little live this property could be amazing. The owner was extremely nice. It just seemed a bit run down

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

30 Aug 2022

Erica

There was 3 or 4 guys sitting around the property and being 3 woman and the only ones there it was kind of creepy. The property didn't look at all like the pictures. It was pretty worn down and the beds were old. The windows were screwed shut.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

18 Jul 2022

RICHARD

Nice little location right next to McDonald's to grab something to eat and get back on the freeway this place is great just for somebody that needs to have a couple days to catch up on some rest.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Jul 2022

Crystal

quiet and restful stay, pleasant people and welcoming

Pet

4/10

Poor

02 May 2022

Tyler

This is a remote location. Feeling safe in a hotel/motel room is a priority. Several of the window's locks didn't work, I didn't feel safe in this location. There was a black stain on the pillowcase that looked like mold. The shower door didn't close all the way and had my mom been traveling with me this trip, she would not have been able to fit in the tiny area of the toilet. The price was enticing, it was pet friendly and quiet but I'll pay a little more for safety and cleanliness and stay elsewhere next time.

Leisure Pet

8/10

Excellent

25 Apr 2022

Randy

Seemed well kept

Leisure Family

2/10

Poor

15 Apr 2022

Verified traveler

Front desk people were very rude & said he wasn't going to charge for the dog & did anyways. Made us put down a $200 deposit, cash only. It was very dirty, bugs in the bathroom. Stained sheets & pillow cases. Overall disgusting & not worth the money & time.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

14 Mar 2022

Sierra

Get what you pay for.

It is a motel that is worth the price, stay wasn’t bad. Sink and counters were dirty but otherwise was pretty clean and decent.
It’s definitely a get what you pay for kind of place.
Beds were not comfortable at all! I was so hopeful with the reviews that we would have a comfortable place to sleep, my husband referred to it as the Flinstones bed(made out of stone) it was rock hard and difficult for my heavily pregnant self to get comfortable to sleep. Bathroom is very tight. It is also right on the edge of the highway so it can get pretty loud with the semi trucks rolling through.
Again, it’s more of a get what you pay for kind of thing, the frogs in the stream out back were nice to listen to at night, the staff were friendly and we were left alone, which was what we were looking for so overall not too bad.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

14 Oct 2021

Verified traveler

Pretty standard

Nice little place right by the highway but i didn't notice any car noises over my a/c. Lots of parking. Good place to stop for the night

Self

6/10

Pleasant

31 Aug 2021

Genevieve

Kind of unhappy at the hotel but had amazing time at Shasta Lake

When we got there the owner was kinda sketchy we went to the lake took a shower Ask for 2 more towels he said 2 people 2 towels I thought that was very rude then later he seen us out and brought us 2 towels and 2 pillows is upello's I just think he was a little bit prejudice at that point my boyfriend was black and I am white

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Aug 2021

RIEKO

Bed is very comfortable.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Aug 2021

Verified traveler

Great staff. Most comfortable bed I've ever slept in. Will definitely stay again.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jul 2021

Verified traveler

This is an older motel with old fashioned amenities. The staff are great and responsive and the room was very clean. This place is a great value.

Business Self

4/10

Poor

26 Jul 2021

Verified traveler

You get what you pay for, but for just a bit more, there are national chains, that place was a dive.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jul 2021

Verified traveler

I was cozy and super cute and very quite. They have a picnic area and outside accommodations for smokers

Leisure Pet

8/10

Excellent

12 Jul 2021

Verified traveler

Handy location. Our room (#109) was spacious and nicely laid out. Freeway noise was not bad.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jul 2021

Verified traveler

Kind owner. Waaaay better than expected for a great deal

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2021

Verified traveler

Old, but clean. The bed was comfortable and the room hadhad a coffee pot roomwas roomy.

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jun 2021

Verified traveler

Good small roadside motel with all the basics and none of the fuss. A good choice for solo or no-frills travelers! Clean, quiet, safe.

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2021

Verified traveler

It’s an older motel but was clean. It had a kitchenette I was expecting. I liked the outside area for dogs and they didn’t charge much for their stay. I didn’t like the freeway noise.

Business_and_leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Jun 2021

Verified traveler

Perfect mom and pop

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

07 Jun 2021

Christopher

Convenient and comfortable as well as affordable.

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2021

Verified traveler

Very close to the free way, comfortable bed. Low key stay

Leisure Partner

2/10

Poor

16 May 2021

Verified traveler

I hated it customer service sucked

Leisure Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

29 Mar 2021

Michael

It was like staying in a cheap hotel in the 80s. Kind of cool In a nostalgic way. It was clean enough for a one night stay for my son and I for our Shasta mountain bike trip.

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

15 Feb 2020

Verified traveler

I was racially and sexually profiled by hotel owner. I contacted Expedia and moved hotel locations and am waiting for my refund. This motel should not be in business. I will be contacting Shasta county, the BBB, and any affiliation with this motel. Tried to scam me with 50 dollar smoking deposit in cash with no receipt and then refuse service for smelling like cigarettes, which I Am not a smoker - I have a baby. Wrong wrong wrong, Expedia should not be doing business with this “establishment”. Looking forward to not only my refund, but Expedia will be giving me a complimentary room at a nearby hotel in the future for this unpleasant experience on a holiday. This experience almost caused a huge fight between me
And my husband.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

12 Feb 2020

Verified traveler

Everything is old and not in good shape from the A/C to showers, beds etc. the floor would have been softer then the mattresses

Leisure Friends

2/10

Poor

29 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

Speechless.

Cobwebs at corners of room walls. Bathroom and shower was operational, shower head was taped on.
Thick accent made communication difficult with front desk.
Air conditioning has a strict low setting policy; The owner will personally knock on your door asking if you are fine if you do not follow that rule (It was 100 degrees all day ,that day).

6/10

Pleasant

28 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

The toilet malfunction. Clue to see a plunger next to it.. Shower door stuck.

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

01 Sep 2019

Ricardo I J

Stay away, dirty, dark and dingy

Horrible motel, stay away! Super dirty and worn out. Nobody seems to care about the state of this depressing, sad excuse for a motel.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

18 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

Room smells. Musty or moldy not sure.
Sheets were literally dirty, hair was all over them.
Had to go ask for new bedding.
They said they were cleaned this morning, I nicely demanded new sheets explaining the situation he said fine, I’ll bring it to you. I was brought 1 flat sheet and he walked away.
We changed it ourselves.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

09 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

Was a good stay. Everything was good. Late check in was ok.

Friends_and_family Partner

6/10

Pleasant

08 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

It was okay. The area in general was pretty underwhelming

Leisure Pet

4/10

Poor

04 Mar 2019

Verified traveler

Good for Dogs

I was charged more than Hotels.com quoted. No hot water the first day.

Friends