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The Way Inn By Oyo Spencer

Chattanooga - TN · United States

1989 Archie Rhinehart Pkwy Spencer TnView location

6.2/10Good78 Reviews
Cleanliness7.0/107.0
Service6.8/106.8
Comfort8.0/108.0
Condition6.2/106.2
Amenities6.0/106.0
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About The Way Inn By Oyo Spencer

When you stay at The Way Inn by OYO Spencer in Spencer, you'll be 8 minutes by car from Fall Creek Falls State Park. This hotel is 9 mi (14.5 km) from Fall Creek and 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from Fall Creek Falls.

Make yourself at home in one of the 22 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Featured amenities include ATM/banking services and a vending machine.

Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Concierge
Smoking areas
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until Anytime
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 21

Hotel policies

No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Important information

  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
    • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
    • This property accepts credit cards and cash
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    21
  • Optional fees
    • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
    • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Fall Creek Falls State Park 3.3 km / 2 mi
Fall Creek 14.5 km / 9 mi
Fall Creek Falls 16.4 km / 10.2 mi
Little Mountain 26.2 km / 16.3 mi
Caney Fork River 31.4 km / 19.5 mi
Savage Gulf State Park 32 km / 19.9 mi
Milksick Mountain 34.1 km / 21.2 mi
Erlanger Bledsoe Hospital 38.4 km / 23.9 mi
Tent Graves of Mt. Gilead Cemetery 38.6 km / 24 mi
Harris Park 39.2 km / 24.4 mi
Dunlap Ampitheatre 39.5 km / 24.5 mi
Dunlap City Hall 39.6 km / 24.6 mi
Dunlap Coke Ovens Park and Museum 39.9 km / 24.8 mi
Coke Oven Museum 40.7 km / 25.3 mi
Coke Ovens Park 41 km / 25.5 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDSDOUBLE • TWO QUEEN BEDSDBL.2Q

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    DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.2Q

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  • QUADRUPLE QUEEN SIZE BEDQUADRUPLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDQUA.QN

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    The Way Inn By Oyo Spencer

    QUADRUPLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: QUA.QN

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  • DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS NON SMOKINGDOUBLE • TWO QUEEN BEDS NON SMOKINGDBL.2Q-NM

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    The Way Inn By Oyo Spencer

    DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS NON SMOKING

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    TWO QUEEN BEDS NON SMOKING

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    Room code: DBL.2Q-NM

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  • SUITE DELUXE QUEEN BEDSUITE • DELUXE QUEEN BEDSUI.DX-QN

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    The Way Inn By Oyo Spencer

    SUITE DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Room code: SUI.DX-QN

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  • SUITE DELUXESUITE • DELUXESUI.DX

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    The Way Inn By Oyo Spencer

    SUITE DELUXE

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    DELUXE

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    Room code: SUI.DX

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  • DOUBLE KING BED NON SMOKINGDOUBLE • KING BED NON SMOKINGDBL.KG-NM

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    The Way Inn By Oyo Spencer

    DOUBLE KING BED NON SMOKING

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING BED NON SMOKING

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG-NM

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Way Inn By Oyo Spencer

6.2
Good
78 Reviews
Cleanliness
7.0 /10
Service
6.8 /10
Comfort
8.0 /10
Condition
6.2 /10
Amenities
6.0 /10
50 reviews shown
2/10
Poor
13 Jun 2026
Annette
We did not stay. We did not even check in. The car on blocks, the boarded up window, the overgrown grass and trees. Looked like a squatters place.
4/10
Poor
06 Jun 2026
Lynn
The staff was generally helpful. The photos shown on Hotels.com were misleading. If the reception area pictured actually exists I don’t know where it would be as the entire motel is a old style one story drive up motel. “Reception” is basically the gas station/ convenience store in front and you have to wake someone up if you arrive late..The front of the motel was overgrown with weeds. The door to our room was dirty and needed painting as did the cabinetry under the sink. The shower curtain was too long for the tub and shower and was very mildew stained at the bottom, probably because it can’t dry properly. We also needed a plunger one night at 9:30 pm and never got it. With some TLC it could be a nice vintage motel. Right now not so much.
Friends_and_family Family
2/10
Poor
26 May 2026
Rishika
There were no staff when I have arrived and no one was picking up the calls to assist. I had to book another room late night and have to drive another hour to reach that hotel.
2/10
Poor
20 May 2026
AMY
This property seems to be used for some long-term living arrangements, very unclean, run down & non-working vehicles on blocks in the parking area. Appears to be unsafe in several ways. Nothing like the pictures posted on the Expedia site.
Family
2/10
Poor
19 May 2026
Michelle
DO NOT STAY HERE / There is no lobby, you check in at the gas station / I am not sure where the picture in the photo came from / Most of the people staying at this motel are residents not vacationers / There are broken windows, cars jacked up being worked on, abandoned vehicles, dogs running around everywhere, etc / We checked in - - the room is painted cement blocks, very old furniture, mattress - no box spring, etc / The TV didn't work - they did quickly fix that / by the bathroom sink I noticed several bugs - thinking they were fruit flies I killed them, then noticed more, used our Seek app - THEY WERE CAT FLIES AND CAT FLEES / I could NOT stay there / We packed up and left - I didn't care where we went - just needed to leave / DO NOT STAY HERE
Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 May 2026
Tammy
Very comfortable
Pet
2/10
Poor
04 May 2026
Sarah
Suoer scaey looking place. Looks like something off of a scary movie. Turns out they gave a bunch of people fake res3rvstions. So i did t even have a room
Family
2/10
Poor
04 May 2026
Susan
We arrived and they said they overbooked we had no room. Very disappointed because we need a place to stay. Staff was not very helpful. There was a lot of junk lying around, but we never did get to go inside one so we can’t rate that.
2/10
Poor
04 May 2026
Kevin
We drove over four hours only to arrive and find out we did not get our room because several were overbooked.
I said I am here for my room the lady said “nope your not they are all gone” I have been talking with Expedia to get my money back as we drove an hour to get .
Partner
4/10
Poor
14 Apr 2026
John
The photos that show The Way Inn do not reflect the condition of the property.
Partner
2/10
Poor
29 Mar 2026
Charlotte
They canceled our reservation the day before check in. Then called the day of check in and said they had a room. We stopped in and it was so dirty. Bugs all over the bathroom and in the room. Beds were a mattress on a metal base. They were only full size, not queen. We didn’t stay.
Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
29 Mar 2026
Therese
I received
10/10
Exceptional
04 Mar 2026
Elizabeth
Worked for an overnight stay in the area
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
01 Mar 2026
Sajib
Yes
10/10
Exceptional
17 Dec 2025
Bridget
Very nice
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Dec 2025
Andi
Had a fantastic stay—clean rooms, friendly staff, and great location. Everything was well-maintained and comfortable. Highly recommend for a relaxing, hassle-free experience. Would definitely return!
10/10
Exceptional
14 Dec 2025
Owen
Rooms were spacious, well-maintained, and thoughtfully designed. Truly enjoyed staying here. Lovely property with great housekeeping. Towels, linens, and everything else felt premium.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Dec 2025
James
Absolutely loved the calm and inviting atmosphere.
Every detail was carefully considered to ensure comfort.
A stay that truly feels like a home away from home.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Dec 2025
Novel
The property was serene and well-maintained. The room looked fresh with a neat presentation. Staff interacted politely throughout. It was a smooth and enjoyable stay.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Dec 2025
Veronica
The hotel felt welcoming with its clean and well-lit interiors. The room looked fresh and carefully maintained. Staff offered prompt support whenever needed. Had a very positive stay.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Nov 2025
Finn
A calming environment welcomed me instantly. The room was clean and quite comfortable. Staff were very cooperative. The stay was thoroughly enjoyable.
Business_and_leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
30 Nov 2025
Md Sadiqur
Trash can needs to be included,
Should include coffee machine
Needs napkin
Charging power outlets were loose, needs fixing
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Nov 2025
Margo
Well-maintained interiors created a nice first impression. The room offered great comfort and warmth. Staff were courteous during the entire stay. It was a smooth experience.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Nov 2025
Chaim
The environment felt fresh with good air flow inside the room. Bed and linens were extremely clean. Staff remained approachable and kind. A simple but very comfortable stay.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Nov 2025
Braden
Beautiful window view made the room more enjoyable. Cleanliness inside was well-maintained. Lighting supported a peaceful atmosphere. Staff made sure comfort stayed consistent.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Nov 2025
Will
The hotel exceeded our expectations in every way.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Nov 2025
Jovanni
I loved how friendly the staff were the moment I walked in. The room smelled fresh and looked tidy. Breakfast could have been better with more options. Even so, I felt relaxed during my stay.
Business_and_leisure Self
2/10
Poor
14 Nov 2025
Laura
Absolutely the worst motel ever!!!! False advertisement. No restaurant … gas station served pizza. No balcony. What a joke that was.
I had reserved a king room, given a double as they didn’t have a king. The room had two queen beds that were worn out, lights weren’t working, awful smell. We requested another. Given another room with two queens. Looked and smelled a little better. We sat down to eat the pizza we purchased at the gas station and started seeing live roaches (have videos and pictures… numerous.)
We were there 15 mins and immediately knew this was a health risk. What a dump!!! Threw our luggage into the car and drove 45 mins to nearest town with a vacancy.
I am requesting immediate refund on this. So disappointed in the obviously false reviews. I will be using another source than Expedia for our travels.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Nov 2025
Mac
We loved the peaceful surroundings and comfortable rooms.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Nov 2025
Lucy
Atmosphere throughout felt peaceful, breakfast was delicious, and service always came with a friendly attitude.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Nov 2025
Orlando
Impeccable service — every staff member greeted us with a smile.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Nov 2025
Milani
Loved my stay here! The room was cozy, the food was delicious, and the staff made me feel at home. Highly recommend this place.
10/10
Exceptional
01 Nov 2025
Tate
I enjoyed my short stay at the property. The location is convenient and the breakfast spread offered plenty of variety.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
28 Oct 2025
Armani
The location is excellent for both leisure and business. The room was spotless, and the attentive staff ensured our stay with my partner was smooth and enjoyable throughout.
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Oct 2025
Eric
Perfect stay! The view from our room was stunning.
Business Self
2/10
Poor
21 Oct 2025
DANIELLE
the listing for Expedia is wrong, The picture of the reception area - this area does NOT exist. There is no \"restaurant\" Check in is at the gas station next door. There is no note indicating this at the motel property. We rang a buzzer and a resident at the motel finally came and told us. Roaches in the room, gap under the door, stains on the carpet. The staff person was friendly.
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
20 Oct 2025
Richard
Far less than perfect but tolerable for an outdoor person. Grounds were neglected, roaches and spiders in the room, weather stripping missing from the bottom of the door, beds were advertised as queen size but were full size. Other than that, it was tolerable as compared to camping but would rate low compared to other motels.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Oct 2025
Emma
Loved waking up to the serene views from my room. The staff were exceptional and made sure I had everything needed. Wonderful experience!
Business Family
2/10
Poor
09 Oct 2025
Amandae
I would never stay there it was very nasty not clean and smelled
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Oct 2025
Alaric
I had a very pleasant experience during my stay. The hotel is well located, making it convenient for travelers. The staff was polite and attentive to every request. The cleanliness of the property was impressive, and the room had a cozy feel. I would definitely consider staying here again.
Business Self
2/10
Poor
01 Oct 2025
Jason
Showed up after the “store” closed. No lobby to check in at. Then took forever to get door to open as deadbolt was stuck. Finally got it opened but would jam if you didn’t lift up to open it from the inside. No local channels on tv only Roku channel. No remote for tv so had to adjust volume manually. Other than close location for fall creek falls state park it was a horrible experience. Will not stay again. All units are regular renters looked like for the most part.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Sep 2025
Hadassah
I truly enjoyed my stay at this property. Everything was well organized, and the hotel maintained a high level of cleanliness. The service was prompt, and the team was very professional.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Sep 2025
Dino
The property is very pleasant and full of amenities.
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2025
Mia
Place is cozy and inviting, cheerful atmosphere
2/10
Poor
19 Sep 2025
Yvonne
DO NOT BOOK HERE. Nightmare of an experience at the Way Inn by OYO in Spencer, TN. Description says check in anytime after 3 pm and \"will be greeted by front desk.\" There is no front desk. There is a doorbell outside a window that no one answered.

After driving over 9 hours with my child and arriving after 11 pm there was no one available to check us in. Tried calling the hotel and did not get and answer. Tried calling the OYO 800# and they attempted to reach someone at the hotel and did not get an answer. No solution offered by OYO. Tried to find somewhere else to stay, but there was nothing nearby. There were not even any open gas stations/bussiness nearby where we could safely park. We slept in our car overnight.

I knew I did not book the Ritz. I knew it was a \"no tell Motel.\" I did not expect much in the way of quality as far as the room/facility was concerned, but I did expect to be able to check in and have a safe place to stay.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Sep 2025
Lester
It was nice which
2/10
Poor
19 Aug 2025
Keith
When I arrived and had to find another hotel
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
11 Aug 2025
joyce
It was very spacious, small tv, microwave and fridge. If you want coffee; bring your own, It was in need of update. Old building, needs shower upgrades' no grab bars, tub too high for elderly to step over. All in all, it was ok, Probably wouldn't book again.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
04 Aug 2025
George
Older motel but room was not run down. Manager was nice and helpful. Full time resident is a mechanic and took up 5 parking spots. Revving engine at 7am. Dog poop all over the parking area. Outside area not maintained very well. Beds were comfortable. Good shower pressure. Food available in convenience store in front of motel but limited to what owner wants to fix. Motel manager assured me that above problems would be addressed.
Business_and_leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
06 Jul 2025
Nicholas
Check in time is at 11, but we were not allowed to check in until 1 ants coming out of the sink and can’t flush paper down toilet
Leisure Pet

Location & surroundings

The Way Inn By Oyo Spencer
1989 Archie Rhinehart Pkwy Spencer Tn, Mcminnville, United States