Motel 6 Elkhart, IN

Hotels
7.5 (566 reviews)
3321 Plaza Court , Elkhart , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Affordable / good value
Friendly and responsive staff
Good location (near supermarket/Starbucks)
Ample parking
Quick staff response
Privacy
Easy check-in/out
Spacious rooms (reported by some)
Cons:
Serious cleanliness issues (roaches, stains, dead insects, dirty mattresses)
Broken amenities (microwave, shower in some rooms)
No breakfast available
Reports of rude/unhelpful or prejudiced staff in some cases
No elevator
Smell of dog in rooms
Beds not comfortable / poor bedding
Hallway/noise and general property deterioration

Categories

Cleanliness
5
Multiple reviewers reported serious cleanliness problems (roaches, dead/possible bed-bug evidence, blood/stains on mattresses and sheets, gnats, stained towels); these reports pull the cleanliness score down despite a few mentions of functional fixtures.
Service
8.5
Many guests praised quick, friendly and helpful front-desk staff and a welcoming general manager; however several reports describe poor responses (refused refunds, accusations of prejudice and rude/attitudinal staff), so service is generally good but inconsistent.
Location
9
Location is frequently noted as a positive: near a supermarket and Starbucks, easy check-in/out and ample parking, which guests found convenient for stopovers.
Room Quality
5
Room quality is mixed: some rooms were spacious and A/C worked well, but others had broken microwave or shower issues, noisy AC, dog smell, uncomfortable beds and visible stains or damage to bathroom fixtures.
Amenities
8
Basic amenities (air conditioning, parking) were appreciated and staff serviced issues quickly in some cases; drawbacks include no elevator in some areas, broken microwave in a room and no breakfast offered at times.
Value for Money
9
Several reviewers described the motel as very affordable and offering good value for the price, which is a consistent positive despite other problems.
Food and Beverage
7
Food/beverage offerings are minimal to non-existent for many guests (no breakfast reported); limited mentions otherwise, so modestly below average.
Overall Experience
8.5
Guest experiences varied widely: while many appreciated the staff, location and value for a stopover, significant cleanliness and maintenance problems for other guests negatively impacted stays; overall a mixed-but-often-serviceable experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-14 08:18

Property Description

Modern Comfort and Convenience

Experience comfort and convenience at Motel 6 Elkhart. Our 2-star hotel, located near popular attractions like Midwest Museum of American Art and University of Notre Dame, offers free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. Each room comes equipped with a coffee machine, air conditioning, and a flat-screen TV, ensuring a pleasant stay for all guests.

Nearby Attractions

Explore nearby attractions such as Bethel College and Swiss Valley Ski and Snowboard Area, all within a short distance from our non-smoking property. With South Bend Regional Airport just 35 km away, traveling to and from Motel 6 Elkhart is a breeze.

Exceptional Value

Enjoy exceptional value and a comfortable stay at Motel 6 Elkhart. Book now to experience our modern amenities and convenient location for your next visit to Elkhart.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: EKI

Location

Guest Reviews

7.5
Based on 566 reviews
Cleanliness: 5
Service: 8.5
Location: 9
Room Quality: 5
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 7
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Edward • couple • us
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Culler • solo_traveller • us
2
Hotel room worth $15.00
Pros:

Ice machine worked

Cons:

Dirty tub, damp/wet bed,, smoke smell

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Carol • solo_traveller • us
1
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Pennell • couple • us
7
Pros:

I liked that it wasn’t a really hectic place to sleep, very comfortable.

Cons:

The area has a lot of complicated characters. Just be aware.

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Lynnangel • couple • us
8
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Edward • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Edward • couple • us
10
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Carol • family_with_children • us
2
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Eric • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Cyril • solo_traveller • ph
6
Just enough for the price
Pros:

The motel was very affordable and offered good value for the price. The bathtub and sink drained well, the toilet flushed properly, and the air conditioning kept the room nice and cool. We also appreciated how quickly the staff responded whenever we needed assistance.

Cons:

When we first entered the room, there were quite a few gnats in the bathroom. Thankfully, the staff responded promptly and sprayed Zevo to address the issue. The bedding also wasn't as clean as we expected, as we noticed a few small old stains. In addition, the microwave was broken—it would turn on when the door was closed but wouldn't actually heat or reheat food.

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Sanders • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

my privacy

Cons:

The hallway!!

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Rufus • couple • us
1
Roaches afraid to sleep because possible bed bugs filthy nasty place!!!
Pros:

Nothing the staff always has an attitude. And the place is disgusting.

Cons:

Man this place had roach. The mattresses where filthy. Mine had blood stains on it. Man the place is a mess. The building looks like it's from a 4th world country. An man seriously they shouldn't take or even want a deposit!!!

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Hui Sy • couple • us
7
We were able to rest during this stop over.
Pros:

Staff offered clear communications and is polite. There was a supermarket near by and a couple of Starbucks. Has ample parking.

Cons:

Does not have an elevator.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Concepción • extended_group • es
8
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Brianna • solo_traveller • us
1
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Rafael • solo_traveller • us
5
Wont be back.
Pros:

N/A

Cons:

Cleanliness...no breakfast of any sort

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Jamelle • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • us
1
Was a horrible an wudnt recommend
Pros:

Disgusting

Cons:

To gross

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Raven • extended_group • us
1
Pros:

This place is a JOKE AND THIEVES!! They took my money for a room I NEVER stayed in and asked me and my guest to leave because we were smoking cigarettes outside. Remind you, This is their policy and booking.com agreed with the hotel and left me outside stranded with NO WHERE TO GO. I've been using booking.com for years traveling for work and I WILL NEVER USE THEM AGAIN!! Plus the HOTEL STAFF IS PREJUDICE AT THIS ESTABLISHMENT!!!

Cons:

EVERYTHING! The staff and "Management" is prejudice and theives

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Edward • couple • us
10
2026-06-14 • via Nuitee