Shadow Run Motel in Onalaska, WI offers a budget-friendly stay with a 3.1 rating. Close to Grandad Bluff, Mt. La Crosse Ski & Snowboard, and La Crosse Regional Airport.
Visitors appreciate the motel’s location and recent updates, noting friendly service and good value despite some basic accommodations.
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Shadow Run Motel is a modest, budget-friendly option located in Onalaska, Wisconsin, offering straightforward accommodations near the Mississippi River. The motel appeals mainly to travelers seeking practical lodging without unnecessary frills. Guest reviews highlight the recent updates to some rooms, praising fresh paint, spacious layouts, and comfortable beds with quality linens. Basic essentials such as in-room coffee makers and toiletries are provided, adding convenience to the stay.
The property's setting is central, adjacent to the lake and in close proximity to local dining and nightlife, making it convenient for visitors interested in the area's recreational opportunities. Guests have found it particularly suited for fishing excursions, thanks to ample parking and facilities geared toward boats, as well as a fish cleaning area. However, some note that sound insulation between rooms could be improved and air conditioning might not be as cold as desired.
Nearby attractions include Grandad Bluff, known for expansive views over the Mississippi River Valley, and Mt. La Crosse Ski & Snowboard, offering seasonal outdoor activities. The Children’s Museum of La Crosse is also within easy reach, providing family-friendly exploration. La Crosse Regional Airport is just an 11-minute drive away, adding to the property's accessibility for travelers.
While Shadow Run Motel holds an overall rating of 3.1 from a modest review base, many guests commend the friendly and helpful staff, clean rooms, and value for the price. Those looking for more upscale amenities may consider other nearby hotels, but for visitors focused on sightseeing, recreation, and reasonable rates, this motel can be a fitting choice.
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Nice place to stay. Not fancy at all. But you want to sleep great place.
Zoran recently put almost $40K into the back building's set of rooms. Very nice! Always a good stay here. Very close to fishing, and right next door to eats and drinks.
A wonderful stay from start to finish. The owner is very nice and extremely helpful. Our room looked freshly painted and updated, and was quite spacious. Full size coffee pot in room which was awesome. The bed was comfy and had very nice linens. Central location, right across from the lake. Will definitely be staying again!
It's a contractor special kind of place. The rooms are perfectly pleasant. Walls are a little thin as far as sound moving through rooms. But for the price and location to a fun night time bar it's stellar. Have stayed many many nights and will continue to stay.
Great place for the price. Zorn and others there are nice and friendly. It has a great view of the river too.
Stayed for a week for Cabela’s NTC fishing tournament with boat. Had plenty of space for parking and plugs for boats. Nice Fish cleaning area. Good restaurant/bar right next store. Reasonable rates. Clean rooms. Perfect place for fishing get away. AC could be colder.
Great location overlooking Mississippi River. The gentleman at the office very friendly The room were very clean. Looking forward to coming back In the Spring
Updated rooms/building are great! Well done!!! COFFEE, shampoo, soaps in room! Great location and view too. Owners are helpful and eager to make your stay a good one.
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