Earth Inn Motel

Property class: 2.5

Photo gallery for Earth Inn Motel

A room with a television, a fireplace, a leather armchair, and a table with chairs.
A check-in desk with a wooden interior, a window with curtains, a no-smoking sign, and a sign indicating the desk is for check-in.
A wooden reception desk with a 'No Pets' sign, 'Thank You' sign, 'No Smoking' sign, 'Ring Bell for Service' sign, and a 'Jackson County Fair' poster.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a microwave, a refrigerator, a television, and a wall-mounted mirror.
A hallway with vending machines and a trash bin.

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$78
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Explore the area

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1051 Highway 71 N, Jackson, MN, 56143
  • Place, Jackson Golf Club
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Ashley Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, West Okoboji Lake
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Basic Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Suite, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Jackson

At Earth Inn Motel, you'll be 29.9 km (18.6 mi) from East Okoboji Lake and 38.5 km (23.9 mi) from Okoboji Summer Theatre. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .With a stay at this Jackson motel, you'll be 39.8 km (24.8 mi) from West Okoboji Lake and 41.2 km (25.6 mi) from Arnolds Park.

What's nearby

  • Jackson Golf Club - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ashley Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • West Okoboji Lake - 24 min drive - 50.0 km
  • 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji - 34 min drive - 51.6 km
  • Arnolds Park - 37 min drive - 53.3 km

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.) - 165 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bob & Ellen’s - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Ranch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Earth Inn Motel

Earth Inn Motel offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

This Jackson motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Earth Inn Motel offers 17 accommodations with free newspapers and a hairdryer. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Earth Inn Motel?

Earth Inn Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Earth Inn Motel?

As of 6 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Earth Inn Motel on 30 Nov 2026 start from AU$78, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Earth Inn Motel?

Yep, Earth Inn Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Earth Inn Motel?

The closest beach to Earth Inn Motel is Anglers Bay Beach (16.6 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Earth Inn Motel?

No, Earth Inn Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Earth Inn Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Earth Inn Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Earth Inn Motel?

There isn't one on site, but Jackson Golf Club is a short 7-minute walk away.

Earth Inn Motel Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 91 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint motel, Inexpensive
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I needed affordable, clean and comfortable. I got that. I stayed 4 nights. This is a small operation and will not thrill those looking for amenities but I’d choose Earth Inn again if I ever get back that way.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was allowed a room! Even though I had confirmation. They lady told me to go to another hotel she had nothing available
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Kind of a dive, but it was reasonably clean and very affordable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is extremely difficult to get a hold of anyone associated with the hotel. We tried for 30 minutes, waiting to try to check in. The hotel didn't turn the AC on until midnight. (There is no control in room).
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tough stay. They accidently gave a separate room key to our room and another guest walked in when my wife was getting out of the shower. Also the front desk lady came into the room at 730am without knocking on morning 2 of 4 night stay. Sheets & towels were clean but the rest of the facility is in pretty rough shape. The price was good but wouldn't stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a few setbacks on getting there for our reservation but we made it there around 11:30 PM and I was told that my reservation was given out so my room was taken. We had to wait 45 minutes to have another room cleaned which the room was horrible and still charge the full price for two days all around poor service and quality of everything in the hotel room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is not for everyone but I love it. I have stayed here multiple times and it's always been a great experience. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Not much by way of added perks but a great place to get a good nights sleep and a nice shower.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Built into a hill like an earth home. Clean and quiet. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manager was very nice and friendly and helped me get my things to my room and when I needed something she got it and didn't take long.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wifi and television did not connect so we were unable to work on our computers or even watch local channels. Room was poorly lit and smelled stale. Bathroom is cramped with poor venting and extremely small shower stall. Walls are extremely thin; can hear people clearly in the hall and next door. Overall was a bed to sleep in and nothing more.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Alex was a great person to get what I needed to stay an extra night. They are short staff so check in was after 5 that was a little inconvenience but other than that I enjoyed my stay, Restaurant next door with awesome food too….
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Did not have children with and if I had we would have not stayed there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building itself is so unique. The owners are so kind and helpful. Goes beyond themselves to make your stay great. The housekeeping is great, so clean! Will stay everytime i come there. Which is often. This was my third stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The concept of an earth inn is a cool idea. However, there was no soap, no tissues, barely lighted. It was in poor condition.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Did not stay!! Room was filthy, disgusting and no toilet paper
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

Waited at least 10 minutes just to check in. Our door to our room had a broken lock. Which she didn’t believe till I showed her. Very run down. There’s a reason the room was cheep!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We didn't like that we couldn't stay there because they do not take online reservations so we had to find a room somewhere else. We stayed in Spencer Iowa in a very nice motel. You might contact the Earth Inn so you take them off of your online register.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I called to let them know I would be coming in at 9pm and was told that was fine. When I arrived, there was no staff at the desk so I waited. After 15 minutes I called their number. The person on the other line said give them one minute. It took them over 10 minutes to show up. They proceeded to say some woman called them and canceled my room on my behalf. After a conversation, she said there’s a room available she just needs to change the linens it’ll only be 5 minutes. It ended up being FORTY FIVE minutes before she came back and said “oh yea your room is ready now” so I asked for a refund and they couldn’t even do that. I decided not to stay and eventually got my refund via ZELLE when I paid for the room with my credit card.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Hotel is quite dated-entrance feels very gloomy. Also, we could not find individual room heat control. But the room was fine and the price was good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

An interesting place!

No frills, not a palace. For the price should not expect perfection. Needed a place to sleep while driving across the state. It was quiet and had the basics. Can’t complain It did what it needed to do for me. I would not plan to stay here for an extended stay with my family. But was just fine for passing through.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Sunday breakfast shuts down at 9. Not even close to standard hours, et alone being customer-forward. Laundry not operational.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was not in great condition. The staff were not available when I arrived. After ringing a bell to get staff’s attention I waited wondering if anyone was there. When staff came they were talking on the phone and continued to talk on the phone while I waited. After initial check-in, I then had to wait to receive a key for my room. The room was okay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

The place was locked up. I had to bang on a window and honk my horn to get in. And I never got the quoted price
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The place is a scam

No has out dated curtains fell off the wall no screen in the window no toilet paper no cable place was a crap hole and they charged me a extra $200 I want my $200 back I'm not paying for curtains falling off the wall cus you don't no how to put Sheetrock anckers in. It doesn't look like it's the first time they fell off for how big of a hole was in stat area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025