Title: Golden Door Motel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Golden Door Motel Motel in Traer with free parking ![Room, 2 Double Beds | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11480000/11476700/11476627/175b3f4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Comfort Double Room Single Use | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11480000/11476700/11476627/4eeea51a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11480000/11476700/11476627/707e1745.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, free toiletries, towels, soap](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11480000/11476700/11476627/w763h916x68y20-6a594f1b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11480000/11476700/11476627/3dbfca64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Golden Door Motel offers a genuine respite for weary travelers. Guests appreciate the practical laundry facilities that keep adventure going, reliable in-room WiFi that comes at no extra cost, and well-maintained barbecue areas perfect for gathering with companions. 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMarshalltown-Hotels-Golden-Door-Motel.h11476627.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMarshalltown-Hotels-Golden-Door-Motel.h11476627.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Traer is home to Golden Door Motel. Traer Golf and Country Club and Hansen's Farm Fresh Dairy are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Union Grove State Park and Taylor Park. Lost Island Waterpark and Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens are also worth visiting. [Visit our Traer travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Traer.dx6346331) [View more Motels in Traer](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Traer-Motels.d6346331-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.19429%2C-92.46630&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=A-Qh_gD_gLKp2cvF5VCHKqkMll8=) 515 1st Street, Traer, IA, 50675 ### What's nearby - Taylor Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Ripley United Church of Christ - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Traer Salt and Pepper Shaker Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Lost Island Waterpark - 38 min drive - 31.3 miles - Meskwaki Bingo Casino - 44 min drive - 30.4 miles ### Getting around - Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 109 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Joker's Iron Legend - ‬2 min walk - ‪Sunnyside Tavern - ‬3 min walk - ‪La Terazza - ‬2 min walk - ‪Traer Pizza Palace - ‬2 min walk - ‪Fox Ridge Winery - ‬19 min drive ## About this property ### Golden Door Motel Property highlights Golden Door Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - Barbecues Room features All guest rooms at Golden Door Motel offer comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - 55-inch TVs with digital channels - Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116460000/116455500/116455433/ee58cc44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Farmhouse Getaway 10 min from Lost Island and Casino La Porte City - Air conditioning - Parking available - Laundry - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=116455433&PinnedHotelID=116455433&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - 1 building - 1 floor ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 55-inch TV with digital channels ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Heating (climate-controlled) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in fee: USD 10.00 Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: USD 10.00 ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10.00 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: USD 10.00 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Early check-in fee: USD 10.00 (subject to availability) - Late check-out fee: USD 10.00 (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Golden Door Motel Traer Golden Door Motel Golden Door Traer Golden Door Motel Traer, Iowa Golden Door Motel Motel Golden Door Motel Traer Golden Door Motel Motel Traer ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Golden Door Motel pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking at Golden Door Motel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Golden Door Motel? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 10.00 (subject to availability). ### What time is check-out at Golden Door Motel? > Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for USD 10.00 (subject to availability). ### Where is Golden Door Motel located? > Situated in Traer, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Taylor Park, Traer Salt and Pepper Shaker Gallery and Ripley United Church of Christ. Traer Golf and Country Club is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Golden Door Motel Reviews 7.8 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 7.6 Staff & service ### 6.8 Eco-friendliness ### 7.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 15 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 2 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ROBERT 30 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff was super friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean and bed was comfortable. Restaurants are close by. Downtown is in walking distance. Great place for us to visit the hometown. ##### ROBERT Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Terry 1 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Parking was great, right in front of our room. Easy access to our room. Located very close to the main square in town. ##### Terry Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### diane 4 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Staff & service Had to pay cash for our stay even though they said they would accept credit cards on line! Very unhappy with that situation!!! ##### diane Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William 22 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### William Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 13 Jul 2024 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities I love the service and cleanliness ##### Michael Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### dylan 29 Jun 2024 Liked: Property conditions & facilities . ##### dylan Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Dan 16 Jun 2024 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Dan Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tami 23 Apr 2024 ##### Tami Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Connie 17 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service ##### Connie Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Grace 29 Jul 2023 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Grace Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 28 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice, simple, road side motel This place may look a little dated, but it was very clean! Very comfortable bedding. Had a mini-fridge and a microwave. Great value for the money and close to where we needed to be. They were very accommodating when we decided to stay an extra night. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Laverne 30 Jul 2022 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Laverne Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Cynthia 3 May 2022 ##### Cynthia Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Craig 21 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The Golden Door Motel was very clean and provided the basic essentials for a short stay. The bed was very comfortable and the staff very friendly. ##### Craig Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick 13 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities near to where i needed to be ##### Patrick Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 20 Aug 2021 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Convenient to downtown. There was some dust on one of the furniture pieces, otherwise pretty clean. Some pictures on the walls would have been nice.\\A guide to the TV channels would have helpful. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 13 Jun 2021 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room smelled terrible..musty, no extra chairs to sit on. Wouldn't recommend this place. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 21 Jul 2020 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda 10 Mar 2020 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was so clean. Not only were the blankets, pillows, and matress clean and comfortable, they smelled amazing. The gentleman running the hotel took it upon himself to bring a chair to the patio outside my room when he saw me outside smoking. Very attentive and proactive. I highly recommend The Golden Door. ##### Amanda Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick 11 Nov 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very pleasant stay. Very nice to work with, and hospitable. Would have never known about this place, had the prior town we stayed not been booked. However, this would be the preferred choice to return to next time around. ##### Patrick Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael 12 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort If I had not had a reservation, I would have driven right on by. The outside of the motel had grass growing in the concrete. The motel itself looked "dull." But, my wife and I were surprised by the room itself. The room and the linen were clean and the bed was comfortable. One issue I had with this motel is it only accepts cash for payment. I wished this would have been posted on the information for this motel so I would have been prepared to pay that way. I had to scramble to come up with the payment for the night. I had the money, but not in a convenient location. ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Duke 12 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Hidden gem Old but nice. Had to call the owner to get a room. It cost more than advertised but it was worth it. ##### Duke Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ### 4/10 Poor #### Marli 6 Aug 2019 Disliked: Staff & service #### Traer motel stay. ##### Marli Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 4 Aug 2019 Liked: Staff & service Good location, good price, owner very friendly. Room was spacious. Older motel so no frills. Could have used a microwave in the kitchenette. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lisa, Baudette, MN 31 Oct 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort No one there when I wanted to check in. Had to wait 30 minutes for someone to show up. There was no heat in room or a tv remote but I tracked down the handyman and he got all that for me. Very nice man. Motel does not take credit cards which is a bummer and you have to call them at their house when you want to check out. The room itself was clean and very comfortable. ##### Lisa Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Maui Coast Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kihei-Hotels-Maui-Coast-Hotel.h28645.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Price by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Price-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Price.h9253345.Hotel-Information) > > [La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Myrtle Beach - N Kings Hwy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Myrtle-Beach-Hotels-La-Quinta-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Myrtle-Beach-N-Kings-Hwy.h6849.Hotel-Information) > > [Baymont by Wyndham Mishawaka South Bend Area](https://www.expedia.co.uk/South-Bend-Hotels-Baymont-By-Wyndham-Mishawaka-South-Bend-Area.h1976.Hotel-Information) > > [Solterra Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Solterra-Resort.h18526478.Hotel-Information) > > [Pismo Lighthouse Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Luis-Obispo-Hotels-Pismo-Lighthouse-Suites.h10966.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Orchid](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kamuela-Hotels-Fairmont-Orchid.h25190.Hotel-Information) > > [Aspen Select](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rochester-Hotels-Aspen-Select.h12245240.Hotel-Information) > > [La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cocoa Beach Oceanfront](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cocoa-Beach-Hotels-La-Quinta-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Cocoa-Beach-Oceanfront.h894002.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Place Titusville / Kennedy Space Center](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Titusville-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Titusville-Space-Center.h44354265.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Key Largo by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Key-Largo-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Key-Largo.h7230.Hotel-Information) > > [Gurney's Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Montauk-Hotels-Gurneys-Montauk-Resort-Seawater-Spa.h7033726.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Marguerite Anaheim/Garden Grove, Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Garden-Grove-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Garden-Grove-Anaheim-South.h917954.Hotel-Information) > > [Comfort Inn & Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Defiance-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Suites.h200743.Hotel-Information) > > [Anvil Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jackson-Hole-Hotels-Anvil-Hotel.h894210.Hotel-Information) > > [Yosemite View Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/El-Portal-Hotels-Yosemite-View-Lodge.h576660.Hotel-Information) > > [Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Geneva-Hotels-Timber-Ridge-Lodge-And-Waterpark.h1043867.Hotel-Information) > > [Yosemite Southgate Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oakhurst-Hotels-Yosemite-Southgate-Hotel-Suites.h3650.Hotel-Information) > > [Wuksachi Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sequoia-National-Park-Hotels-Wuksachi-Lodge.h893730.Hotel-Information) > > [Cartoon Network Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lancaster-Hotels-Cartoon-Network-Hotel.h50407269.Hotel-Information) > > [Bayshore Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Traverse-City-Hotels-Bayshore-Resort.h34264.Hotel-Information) > > [Goulding's Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monument-Valley-Hotels-Gouldings-Lodge.h11899033.Hotel-Information) > > [Bar N Ranch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/West-Yellowstone-Hotels-Bar-N-Ranch.h11548135.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge by Wyndham Winchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-Travelodge-By-Wyndham-Winchester.h9600.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Santa Clara](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Clara-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Santa-Clara.h4313.Hotel-Information) > > [Sea Crest Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/North-Falmouth-Hotels-Sea-Crest-Beach-Hotel.h25567.Hotel-Information) > > [The View Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kayenta-Hotels-The-View-Hotel.h59418009.Hotel-Information) > > [Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Marathon-Hotels-Isla-Bella-Beach-Resort-Spa.h24101706.Hotel-Information) > > [Riviera Resort Palm Springs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Margaritaville-Resort-Palm-Springs.h26011.Hotel-Information) > > [Balmoral Resort Florida](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Haines-City-Hotels-Balmoral-Resort-Florida.h19447044.Hotel-Information)