Title: Golden Door Motel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/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](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11480000/11476700/11476627/175b3f4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&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) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11480000/11476700/11476627/707e1745.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Double Room Single Use](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11480000/11476700/11476627/4eeea51a.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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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMarshalltown-Hotels-Golden-Door-Motel.h11476627.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMarshalltown-Hotels-Golden-Door-Motel.h11476627.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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 - 0.4 km - Ripley United Church of Christ - 5 min walk - 0.4 km - Traer Salt and Pepper Shaker Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.4 km - Lost Island Waterpark - 38 min drive - 50.3 km - Meskwaki Bingo Casino - 44 min drive - 48.9 km #### Getting around - Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 109 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Joker's Iron Legend - ‬2 min walk - ‪Traer Pizza Palace - ‬2 min walk - ‪Fox Ridge Winery - ‬19 min drive - ‪Sunnyside Tavern - ‬3 min walk - ‪1901 Chop Haus - ‬2 min walk ## 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 - Barbecue grills Room features All guestrooms at Golden Door Motel feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - 55-inch TVs with digital channels - Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site - Free RV/bus/truck parking on site ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill ### Accessibility - No elevator ### 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 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 at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### 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? > Check-out is at noon. Late check-out 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 15 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 2 ### 8.6/10 Cleanliness ### 7.6/10 Staff & service ### 7.2/10 Amenities ### 7.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 6.8/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Jul 13, 2024 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities I love the service and cleanliness ##### Michael Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Terry Aug 1, 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 ### 8/10 Good #### dylan Jun 29, 2024 Liked: Property conditions & facilities . ##### dylan Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William Feb 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### William Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Dan Jun 16, 2024 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Dan Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tami Apr 23, 2024 ##### Tami Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Connie Sep 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service ##### Connie Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Grace Jul 29, 2023 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Grace Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ROBERT Apr 30, 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 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Nov 28, 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 Jul 30, 2022 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Laverne Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### diane Jul 4, 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 ### 8/10 Good #### Cynthia May 3, 2022 ##### Cynthia Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Craig Apr 21, 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 Mar 13, 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 Aug 20, 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 Jun 13, 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 Jul 21, 2020 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda Mar 10, 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 Nov 11, 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 Sep 12, 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 Aug 12, 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 Aug 6, 2019 Disliked: Staff & service #### Traer motel stay. ##### Marli Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Aug 4, 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 Oct 31, 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 > [Silver Reef Casino Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Bellingham-Hotels-Silver-Reef-Casino-Resort.h16231932.Hotel-Information) > > [Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Salamanca-Hotels-Seneca-Allegany-Resort-Casino.h2238839.Hotel-Information) > > [Great Wolf Lodge Pocono Mountains, PA](https://www.expedia.ca/Scotrun-Hotels-Great-Wolf-Lodge-Pocono-Mountains.h1371449.Hotel-Information) > > [C'mon Inn Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Forks-Hotels-Cmon-Inn-Hotel-Suites.h1510580.Hotel-Information) > > [Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky OH](https://www.expedia.ca/Sandusky-Hotels-Great-Wolf-Lodge-Sandusky-OH.h1183594.Hotel-Information) > > [Darien Lake Lodge on the Lake](https://www.expedia.ca/Corfu-Hotels-Darien-Lake-Lodge-On-The-Lake.h13279584.Hotel-Information) > > [La Quinta Resort & Club, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-La-Quinta-Resort-Club.h10916.Hotel-Information) > > [The Brook at Turning Stone Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Utica-Hotels-Turning-Stone-Resort-And-Casino.h1684407.Hotel-Information) > > [Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth](https://www.expedia.ca/Saginaw-Hotels-Bavarian-Inn-Of-Frankenmuth.h9809515.Hotel-Information) > > [The Trail in Adams - Berkshires’ Art Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Adams-Hotels-Topia-Inn-An-Organic-Oasis.h12259511.Hotel-Information) > > [Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Marathon-Hotels-Isla-Bella-Beach-Resort-Spa.h24101706.Hotel-Information) > > [Isle Casino Hotel - Waterloo](https://www.expedia.ca/Waterloo-Hotels-Isle-Casino-Hotel-Waterloo.h1829121.Hotel-Information) > > [Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Waterpark](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-George-Hotels-Six-Flags-Lodge-Indoor-Waterpark.h1385446.Hotel-Information) > > [Riviera Resort Palm Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Margaritaville-Resort-Palm-Springs.h26011.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa](https://www.expedia.ca/Waikoloa-Hotels-Kings-Land-By-Hilton-Grand-Vacations.h2303745.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-The-Westin-Mission-Hills-Golf-Resort-Spa.h4124.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Orchid](https://www.expedia.ca/Kamuela-Hotels-Fairmont-Orchid.h25190.Hotel-Information) > > [Tulalip Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Tulalip-Resort-Casino.h2161524.Hotel-Information) > > [The Breakers Palm Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Beach-Hotels-The-Breakers-Palm-Beach.h8479.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-The-Westin-Desert-Willow-Villas.h3304313.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Vacation Club at Desert Oasis](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Welk-Resorts-Palm-Springs.h1140793.Hotel-Information) > > [Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort and Players Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Hogansburg-Hotels-Akwesasne-Mohawk-Casino-Resort.h6009138.Hotel-Information) > > [Harrah’s Laughlin - A Caesars Rewards Destination](https://www.expedia.ca/Laughlin-Hotels-Harrahs-Laughlin-Hotel-Casino.h43310.Hotel-Information) > > [Shooting Star Casino & Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Thief-River-Falls-Hotels-Shooting-Star-Casino-Hotel.h28874246.Hotel-Information) > > [Canad Inns Destination Center Grand Forks](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Forks-Hotels-Canad-Inns-Destination-Center-Grand-Forks.h1713856.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Desert-Springs-Resort-Spa.h17123.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Waikoloa Village](https://www.expedia.ca/Waikoloa-Hotels-Hilton-Waikoloa-Village.h19640.Hotel-Information) > > [Angel Of The Winds Casino Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Angel-Of-The-Winds-Casino-Resort.h9689970.Hotel-Information) > > [Marriott's Shadow Ridge](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Marriotts-Shadow-Ridge.h853695.Hotel-Information) > > [Semiahmoo Resort Golf & Spa, Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.ca/Bellingham-Hotels-Semiahmoo-Resort-Golf-Spa.h13986.Hotel-Information)