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Our top choices for John Day motels

A reception area with two leather chairs, a lamp, framed pictures on the wall, and a view through the door.

1. Dreamers Lodge

Dreamers Lodge
2.5 star property
John Day
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (439 reviews)
"Excellent value. Extremely nice folks working there."
United States
Alexander
The price is £74
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Dreamers Lodge
A compact hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, desk, and a small kitchenette.

2. The John Day Motel

The John Day Motel
John Day
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (98 reviews)
"Clean, staff was friendly and helpful."
United States
Hayden
The price is £74
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
The John Day Motel
A room with a round glass table, two lamps, a Buddha statue, and floral-patterned bedding.

3. Budget 8 Motel John Day

Budget 8 Motel John Day
2.5 star property
John Day
7.4 out of 10, Good, (186 reviews)
"A great inexpensive place to spend the night. A little dated. Nice manager. Amazing price ."
United States
Gail
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Budget 8 Motel John Day
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Learn more about John Day

Fossil hunters flock to the Thomas Condon Palaeontology Centre, where ancient mammal remains tell Earth's storey. Nearby, the Painted Hills' colourful striations dazzle hikers, while the John Day River beckons anglers with its steelhead-rich waters.

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A colorful rock formation with red, orange, and yellow hues.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to John Day?

If you're not able to find a motel in John Day, let us help you find motels or similar properties from more than 19 lodging options in the area. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-effective amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.

What is a motel?

When you stay at a motel, you'll often find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. The word "motel" was coined in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.

What are the best motels in John Day?

Dreamers Lodge: Enjoy access to the library, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. The John Day Motel: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a dining area. Budget 8 Motel John Day: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.

What can I do in John Day?

Some outdoorsy places nearby include John Day River, Miller Mountain and Strawberry Basin Trailhead. Other places worth a visit include Painted Sky Center for the Arts and Kam Wah Chung and Company Museum.

What's the seasonal weather like in John Day?

Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in John Day to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are December and January, with an average of -1°C. The snowiest months in John Day are January, February, March and April, with each month seeing an average of 22 cm of snowfall.