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Underwood Motel I80

Underwood Motel I80 offers clean, refurbished rooms with modern amenities like A/C, microwave, and coffee pot. Enjoy convenient parking access and close proximity to local sightseeing and recreation. Ideal for business travelers and budget-conscious guest

26553 Magnolia Rd, Underwood, IA 51576, United States View on map
6.2/10
Average Based on 77 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable, affordable, and conveniently managed motel

Recent guests appreciate the motel’s value, helpful staff, and practical room amenities, making it a sensible choice for travelers seeking a no-frills stay near local attractions.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly and accommodating management, even during late arrivals
  • Rooms equipped with useful amenities such as refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers
  • New or refurbished facilities including reliable air conditioning and improved lighting
  • Convenient direct parking access to rooms, uncommon in similar motels
  • Good upkeep and cleanliness relative to budget price

Worth knowing

  • Overall rating is modest, reflecting a basic motel experience without luxury features
  • Accommodations cater to practical needs rather than upscale comfort
  • Ideal for short stays rather than extended recreation or leisure
  • Located close to popular outdoor and historical attractions worth exploring

Best for

  • Travelers looking for an affordable, no-frills lodging option
  • Visitors prioritizing convenience and practical room amenities
  • Those supporting small businesses and appreciating personalized service
  • Guests planning to spend most of their time sightseeing or outdoors
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About this property

Welcome to Underwood Motel I80

Located conveniently on Magnolia Road in Underwood, Iowa, the Underwood Motel I80 stands as a modest yet welcoming retreat for travelers seeking comfort without the downtown bustle. With a rating of 3.1, this motel offers more than just a place to sleep; it provides an honest, well-kept lodging experience that resonates with those valuing simplicity and practicality.

Guests consistently highlight the motel’s recent refurbishment and attentive management, which breathe new life into this roadside stop. The ability to park directly outside one’s room, a rare convenience these days, and the upgraded amenities—such as a reliable air conditioning system, refrigerator, microwave, and coffee pot—underscore the motel’s commitment to practical comfort. Visitors like Meg Hayes have praised these thoughtful touches, emphasizing that the motel is a jewel for supporters of small, independent businesses.

Beyond the physical accommodations, the warmth and helpfulness of the staff significantly enhance the guest experience. From accommodating late arrivals graciously to fostering a welcoming atmosphere, the team at Underwood Motel I80 echoes the genuine Midwestern hospitality that makes a traveler feel at home.

The motel’s location suits visitors focused on sightseeing, recreation, and easy navigation around the region. While it doesn’t boast luxury, it offers a down-to-earth vibe, a bright and clean environment, and a fair value that surpasses expectations, as luminary guest LuAnn Sims observed.

For those weary from the road and needing a straightforward, no-frills resting place that combines convenience, charm, and essential amenities, Underwood Motel I80 delivers. It’s a quiet jewel away from the city’s chaos, where guests can pause, recharge, and appreciate the sincerity of a well-run, small-town motel.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking

Not available at this property

Pool
Restaurant
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

RC
Robert Cipolla Dec 13, 2025
10

Nice place to call home or just a cheap well kept room away from the city

MH
Meg Hayes Nov 29, 2025
8.0

Completely refurbished and under new management! This was a great place to stay for two hot and tired travellers. Direct access from parking (rare these days of only hall way access) and a bright overhead light (instead of only two dim bulbs next to the bed). A/C is new and worked great. A gem for people who support small businesses.

CL
Charles Lynch Nov 23, 2025
10

The people were very nice. The rooms was very nice. Everything been done. I will definitely be back.

LS
LuAnn Sims Oct 03, 2025
10

I got there late, and woke the manager up to get me a room, still he was helpful and gracious. I was pleasantly surprised to find that the room had all the amenities of a much more expensive room; refrigerator, microwave, coffee pot. I have paid more for much less. It was a great value.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Underwood Motel I80

Underwood, Iowa, USA

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • Eppley Airfield 28 min Car
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