Name: Cascades Inn
Address: 2601 N Walnut Street, Bloomington, 47404, US

2/10

Poor

16 Jul 2026

Young

It was probably the uncleanest hotel I've ever been to.

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2026

Mark

Great budget hotel. Property is aging, but being kept up - very eclectic! Staff is very kind. We've stayed many times with zero issues. Property is adjacent to a beautiful park, but requires being able to descend and climb a fairly big hill. The path is clean and groomed, but requires some degree of athleticism. Continental Breakfast is adequate and a great perk.

Partner

2/10

Poor

14 Jul 2026

Michael

Good

Self

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2026

Annette

The room was clean and comfortable. We had a room in the back which was right beside a park. Bed was very comfortable. Property had a nice courtyard with many plantings. There were also many weeds. Could have used a little more upkeep outside.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jul 2026

Lisa

Clean room that smelled good. It was quiet and comfortable. Staff was very pleasant.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2026

Jonathan

The courtyard was quaint and the small trail to Cascades Park behind the hotel was very nice.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jul 2026

Brandon

It had a beautiful courtyard with a simple breakfest and attached bar for the evening hours. Very nice place, particularly for the price

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2026

Jennifer

This was such a cute place. Our favorite thing was the property and the walk down the path to the Cascade park and waterway. Is was private and quiet and we would never guess we were in the middle of Bloomington In!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jul 2026

Angelique

Beautiful!

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jul 2026

Angelique

Love this property. A beautiful gem and not to be missed!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jul 2026

Sharon

This is a real gem, close to everything, beautifully landscaped with native plants, no road noise. Very helpful and friendly staff. I would definately stay again.

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2026

James

Older facility but maintained, the courtyard was a peaceful retreat and was close to a park with excellent walk pathways and play ground but very close to IU and downtown Bloomington

Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2026

Paul

Very nice place to stay! Affordable, clean, quiet. Nice breakfast and the staff was friendly.

Self

8/10

Excellent

26 Jun 2026

John

Good value for your money

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jun 2026

Mary

The Cascades is nice, clean unique little motel. The staff is super friendly and helpful. The courtyard garden area was my favorite. The bar nextdoor Sleepers was relaxing, staff and travelers there were friendly. Would stay there again for sure!!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jun 2026

Lucia

Clean, quiet and very friendly! With a simple but sufficient breakfast. A very good deal!

Self

8/10

Excellent

23 Jun 2026

Anna

We stayed in the room with 5 bunk beds. It was clean and roomy. The mattress’s were comfy enough. The room had a smell of moisture or mildew. The room was very humid. We had a good night sleep. Loved the court yard and the cascade park was right behind the motel. We enjoyed a walk in the park and the kids played at the very nice playground!

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

21 Jun 2026

Alan

Most outstanding: water pressure. Minor inconvenience: tv remote battery ran out.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jun 2026

Amanda

Charming little inn! Felt very comfortable as a solo female traveler!

Self

6/10

Pleasant

20 Jun 2026

Neil

Older motel in which noise from other rooms and unfriendly desk staff can be an issue.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2026

Cara

Nice out of the way place to stay that doesn't cost a fortune.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jun 2026

Robert

Great value for the price. The room was clean and the hotel was quiet. It was really close to hiking trails and the university. I would definitely stay there again.

6/10

Pleasant

18 Jun 2026

Amy

Staff was very nice. The room was nice but needed some renovation. There was a big black bug on the bathroom floor, stained or moldy grout in the shower and the WIFI was horrible. The outdoor sitting area was nice though and the WIFI was better out there.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jun 2026

Puneet

Clean rooms, Well maintained amenities.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jun 2026

Erika

Great and convenient stay!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jun 2026

Jeff d

It is perfect for a quick stay

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jun 2026

Courtney

Check-in was perfect! The young lady at the desk was very sweet. The areas surrounding the hotel are not taken care of so it looks like a rough area. It's not the hotel's fault! I was disappointed about no microwave being in the room. There's only one in the main dining room. The room was very clean and the staff wrote a cute note. All in all...I definitely will be staying there again.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

15 Jun 2026

Michael

This is an older building and it shows on the outside. The room was fine. I was disappointed with the limited breakfast options.

Self

2/10

Poor

14 Jun 2026

Noah

Exterior was in ruins, lots of structural issues. Multiple bugs, including 4 large spiders in one room. Could not speak to staff because they close the office/lobby overnight which seems very odd. Although we already paid, we all decided to leave for better lodging

Business

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jun 2026

Rex

Wonderful place at a great price. The garden and fountain is nice, and I enjoyed hiking on the trail in the back.. Front desk staff were excellent (especially Riley). My only negative is that I was there for a week, and never received housekeeping services. They did stop by once, and I asked them to return in about 30 minutes, but in a week it didn't happen. It won't affect my willingness to return- I will definitely be back- but it would have been nice.

Self

2/10

Poor

12 Jun 2026

Evan

This place needs an entire makeover
Horrible

Self

8/10

Excellent

12 Jun 2026

Thomas

Clean room. Quite. Comfy beds

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

11 Jun 2026

george

Not bad but, the grounds were terrible not mowed a lot of poison ivy. Room not bad, had a lot of bugs in the bath area. Older and outdated, the restaurant wasn't open the time we went to it was around 8pm.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jun 2026

Pamela

The room was very clean and modern, the bed was comfortable, front desk staff helpful and friendly, liked the plantings all around.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

10 Jun 2026

Michelle

Property is really really really weedy. It’s advertised as a beautiful oasis but it is a run down property. We were very nervous when we pulled into the parking lot but I will say the room was clean and the staff was nice.
Breakfast was fine but the floor was filthy.

Family

8/10

Excellent

09 Jun 2026

Kelly

Room was completely remodeled. Clean room and bathroom. Loved that you could walk out back of the Inn and have a trail to walk on. Took you across the road to a sitting area and just a short walk away was a park for kids. Breakfast was not a hot breakfast, you could have choice of two cereals or you could make oatmeal. Had choice of bagels, bread or English muffins. Had fresh fruit and yogurt also. Has a bar connected to Inn that served food. Did not try the food. Staff was all very nice and accommodating. Also had a nice garden you could walk through and sit in and enjoy.

Self

8/10

Excellent

08 Jun 2026

Lucy

This was a fine stay. No complaints.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jun 2026

Raymund

The stay was great. Clean comfortable rooms.

10/10

Exceptional

31 May 2026

Gary

We were very happy with our room and the service we received. However, we noticed the toilet was leaking water from the bottom of the bowl. We let the front desk person, Riley, know about it as we checked out.

Family

8/10

Excellent

30 May 2026

Bob

For the price paid , a fairly good value.

Self

8/10

Excellent

30 May 2026

Benjamin

If you’re reading reviews, you’re basically wondering if you’re going to be good at that place. My short answer is “yes.” it’s not the Hilton, but it’s very inexpensive, totally acceptable, and you’ll have what you need. And it’s quiet. If you’re not a diva, you’re good here. Would stay here again, no problem.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2026

Holly

Always wonderful! Hot water and water pressure were amazing after a long physical day.

6/10

Pleasant

25 May 2026

Melissa

The place was incredibly clean, but it was dated and the room was small.
The water kept getting cold mid shower which was not comfortable.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2026

Cayse

Everything was quiet and clean. Staff friendly. Landscaping around the hotel 100% needs done as is it extremely overgrown and not kept. It is not curb appealing and looking very run down from the outside. But is beautiful and well kept inside.

Self

4/10

Poor

20 May 2026

Chloe

This would have received 4 or 5 stars but a few

8/10

Excellent

13 May 2026

Chester

overal. good..

10/10

Exceptional

10 May 2026

Veronika

Very good foom

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 May 2026

Veronika

Clean room

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

09 May 2026

Carol

The room was very clean, comfortable mattress, and nicely decorated.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 May 2026

Gregory

Loved the location, staff, parking out my door, Sleeper's...

Self

10/10

Exceptional

07 May 2026

Dan

We’ve stayed here multiple times and the rooms are always very clean and nice, always enjoy our trips to Bloomington

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2026

Michael

In all honesty, the value was great. It is an older hotel with well maintained reception and rooms. Very clean! The grounds could use a bit of a clean up. All in all, for the price a great value!

8/10

Excellent

05 May 2026

Emily

This hotel is great for the price. It is quiet, clean, and priced well. The staff is friendly. We previously staying during the winter, but as spring arrives the property landscaping is a little overgrown. he courtyard is lovely, and the breakfast is simple but adequate. The finishes are typical for a budget-friendly hotel, but it does appear that they are trying to update as needed. The beds are comfortable. We will be back!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2026

Bud

Nice

Family

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2026

Stephen

Great stay and good location in Bloomington. Very friendly staff.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

05 May 2026

Michael

If you want to step back in time, this Inn will fulfill your memory. The room we stayed in was clean and comfortable. The Inn appears to be in renovation mode, with newer bathroom furnishings. Great towels and nice toiletries.
The room did have microwave, refrigerator, desk and sofa but the floor was cold due to being on first floor (which is concrete). A nice touch would be a larger rug under the foot of the bed to step on so feet stay warm. The bed was comfortable and the area was not very noisy.
The disappointment we had with room was that we booked a garden view room that was not a viable view, a wall view was more like it. We came on a day that was chilly and the gardens had not been cleaned for the season, but the courtyard looked like it would be lovely at a later date.
We did not partake in the continental breakfast offered.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 May 2026

Erin

Staff is always great. No frills room but it is comfortable and always a great price

10/10

Exceptional

30 Apr 2026

carra

The WiFi was intermittent. The rest of the stay was quiet and lovely. Staff very friendly and helpful.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Apr 2026

Jill

It was clean and everyone was super friendly and helpful.

Family

2/10

Poor

25 Apr 2026

Natalie

I stayed there last year and had such a lovely experience, Clean room, nice people at the front. This time, my room smelled like cleaning solution and body odor. They told me to open the windows but then said oh wait the windows. They had no other rooms available except the crazy bunk room but would also not give me a discounted rate on the room even though it was bad.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

20 Apr 2026

Karen

Bar good breakfast not

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Apr 2026

Samantha

The staff were kind and helpful and the facilities were clean--a low-stress, budget-friendly space!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Apr 2026

Jorge

Hotel is not impressive from the outside, but our room certainly was. Spotless clean, good size, bed was amazing, our own control air conditioner, hot water, hiking trails just steps away, quiet at night, even though the hotel looked pretty fool. Continental breakfast basic, but good enough to hold you off until lunch time. Coffee was the best I've tasted in any hotel. Staff was very helpful and they were constantly re-supplying everything at the breakfast room. Will definitely book them again in the future

Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Apr 2026

Mike Samir

Every thing was great

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

19 Apr 2026

Jennifer

Great

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Apr 2026

Katherine

Amazing lil diamond in rough! Such a cute spot!

10/10

Exceptional

18 Apr 2026

David

Clean, quiet room. This is what an older motel can do to freshen its look.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

18 Apr 2026

Coryliss

This is a great hotel, whether your stay is long or short.

The only thing I would suggest, is that the offer of breakfast was clearly stated as continental, so those who require full hot breakfast can make reservations for breakfast elsewhere.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2026

Kamryn

Gorgeous garden and very unique place.

Self

8/10

Excellent

17 Apr 2026

Yolanda

Room was very clean.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Apr 2026

Destiny

I’ve been here before and love it. Everything his beautiful and it’s great for couples

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Apr 2026

Leann

Clean and close to where I needed to be

6/10

Pleasant

12 Apr 2026

Joshua

Few cold breakfast items like yogurt, fruit cups, bagels and 2 cereal choices.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

12 Apr 2026

Coryliss

Clean room. Disappointing breakfast bar.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

11 Apr 2026

Karen

Good shower. Very clean facility. Good value

Self

10/10

Exceptional

05 Apr 2026

debra

real flowers (daffodils!) in vases
prince blasting in the morning
fresh delicious coffee (quarrymen?)
NOON checkout time thank you!
ceramic mugs! <3
garden/courtyard reminds me of nola
breakfast yogurt
refrigerator in room
great bed/mattress
great bar (but do they have any wine?) (I didn't ask)

con
a night light for bathroom pls
lamps are harsh light!
need more blankets and pillows (I just need a lot of pillows, this is my problem totally)
noisy a/c (did not bother me but fyi)
expensive pour at sleepers yikes!!! $19.00 but sooooo good yum.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

05 Apr 2026

Rani Deighe

It’s a motel. Nothing that fancy. But it’s clean and safe. And has a charm. It is not a chain and it doesn’t feel like one. There are little details, little amenities that make it feel like some cares-

The motel room coffee station was well stocked with coffee bags and a variety of caffeine and herbal brand name teas. The small room was well organized with plugs and storage and a desk and stocked with towels. The little map and welcome letter provided wifi password and informed us quiet hours after 10.

It’s about 2 miles from downtown Bloomington- not especially walkable, but it’s a straight shot and Uber and Lyft are active and reliable. There is a little bar adjacent with some light snacks if you wanna wind down. The breakfast is typical- fruit, toast, cereal, coffee, juice, yogurt- but I was pleased with the varieties of flavors of the activia and chobani yogurt and breakfast runs until 10 am.

It’s just a motel. No frills. But it’s a good one.

I would stay again.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

04 Apr 2026

Laurel

We love staying at the Cascades. It's comfy and friendly.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Apr 2026

Teresa

The property overlooks Cascades Park. It is situated in a quiet wooded area. The only close store is Big Red Liquor. It is clean. The staff are nice. The hotel is undergoing renovation. Reasonably priced. No workout room or pool. It was sufficient as i was not expecting luxury.

Family

8/10

Excellent

02 Apr 2026

Bobbi

Clean room and the property is in the process of being updated. Great experience for a budget hotel. The only negative I have to say is we were woken up by house keeping knocking on the door to see if we had left yet at 9am and check out was listed as noon.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

29 Mar 2026

Sasha

The breakfast menu consisted of a few different types of dried out bagels, cream cheese, butter, peanut butter, oatmeal, cereal, and lukewarm coffee. We did not eat the breakfast.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Mar 2026

Kelly

For the price point this an excellent inn. The room was very clean and the staff was great. I would recommend this inn. It was only a 7 minute drive to the heart of IU.

8/10

Excellent

29 Mar 2026

Praveen

Property itself was a little old from outside. But the rooms are nice for a short stay. Well accessible to IU. Breakfast was decent. Staff was very friendly

10/10

Exceptional

26 Mar 2026

Cara

It is always a pleasure to stay here when visiting daughter in Bloomington. Staff is always nice and helpful. Room is clean and has everything we need.

6/10

Pleasant

24 Mar 2026

Phyllis

For the price, it’s a good place to stay. I usually give good reviews after each stay here but not this time. At check in, the person working the front desk was so incredibly rude. So unnecessary and made us feel unwelcome.
The room itself was fine. Clean sheets. Clean towels. Only issue was the tv was not working. I called the front desk to ask if someone could fix it. I was told maintenance would be there in a few minutes to fix. No one showed up.

Partner

4/10

Poor

22 Mar 2026

Janice

High rating online does not match reality, Very run down property.

6/10

Pleasant

22 Mar 2026

Sharon

Structure is falling apart, cracked concrete walkways/balconies. Room recently “upgraded” but with very cheap materials and shoddy workmanship. We don’t recommend you stay here.

10/10

Exceptional

13 Mar 2026

Iris

We didn't eat there but everything looked great!

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

13 Mar 2026

jama

Everything was great

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Mar 2026

Jeanne

The Cascades Inn is my go to when I visit my Hoosiers. Good people at the desk, close to town, lots of parking. Easy peasy.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

11 Mar 2026

Steven

Great stay for the pri

10/10

Exceptional

11 Mar 2026

jerry

nice place

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2026

John

Comfortable beds and good breakfast. Good location.

8/10

Excellent

08 Mar 2026

Michelle

This is a dated property, but they do a good job with what they have. The room was clean, looks to be new flooring. A nice touch is the continental breakfast. The location is close to IU campus, and plenty of parking was available. One note for improvement, the shower head did not have good water pressure and the water was warm, but not hot, which would have been better.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

08 Mar 2026

Dana

Clean room. Friendly staff. Cascades Park behind property very pretty, down a steep hill. Not a traditional continental breakfast but they did have hot coffee, juice, yogurt, instant oatmeal and fruit. McDonald just down the street. We will definitely stay again when in Bloomington. Good value for the cost.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

08 Mar 2026

Stephanie

This is an older property that has been refurbished. Not everything is in top-notch shape, dripping bathtub for example, but the staff is very friendly and the breakfast was good. It’s like staying at the home of a friend that means well.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Mar 2026

Carla

Location is great for visiting IU. Property was quiet and nice people checked us in and out

4/10

Poor

07 Mar 2026

Richard

You get what you pay for I guess

10/10