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The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY

2.5 star property
Hotel in Benson with free parking

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
Combined shower/bathtub, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Combined shower/bathtub, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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600 22nd St S, Benson, MN, 56215
  • Place, Lac qui Parle State Park
  • Place, University of Minnesota - Morris
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Minnewaska
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Fan
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Fan
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Fan
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Benson

At The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY, you'll be 29.9 km (18.6 mi) from Monson Lake State Park and 30.8 km (19.1 mi) from Glacial Lakes State Park. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and LED TVs. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in and express check-out. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Benson hotel, you'll be 35.3 km (22 mi) from Lake Minnewaska and 35.4 km (22 mi) from Starbuck Public Beach.

What's nearby

  • University of Minnesota - Morris - 38 min drive - 50.8 km
  • Glacial Lakes State Park - 41 min drive - 44.4 km
  • Lake Minnewaska - 42 min drive - 45.1 km
  • Lakeshore Park - 42 min drive - 45.8 km
  • Sibley State Park - 43 min drive - 58.3 km

Getting around

  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mckinney's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Benson Bakery - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Whistle Stop Diner - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min walk

About this property

The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY

Hotel in Benson with free parking
The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY offers its guests laundry facilities, express check-in, and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Benson hotel.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch LED televisions come with premium digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). An iron/ironing board and change of towels 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: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive lockbox information
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
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
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, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY?

The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY?

Yep, The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY?

The closest beach to The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY is Starbuck Public Beach (32.6 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY?

No, The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY?

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

The Benson Motel - Benson, MN - US-12 HWY Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 87 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Excellent accommodations and great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

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

Very comfortable and relaxing

Very nice and quant. Will say the no contact check in was a bit new to me. So be prepared if you are not. Bit of a hiccup that management was very open to discussing that we figured out together.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! We were visiting a friend in the cute little town of benson and stayed one night.No front desk person but Easy instructions for check in and getting key. Only thing was the cleaning lady knocked on our door early in am to see if we had left yet. We were awake but if not I would have been super annoyed. I think they could use a better system than that for knowing when guests have checked out. Would definitely stay again and recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Betsy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Evening was great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lonnie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It is a very good property if you do not need amenities. If you are looking for a basic room only for a nights rest it was a good value.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Deborah

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room smelled so badly of urine that I could not stay in it. The hotel refused a refund.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Adrienne

Business traveller
Small town hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Brad

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room service comes, doesn't do much... no new towels no new shampoo, lets see 2 adults 4 nights only 1 tiny shampoo. Come on. My bed was horrible springs loud n broken. And i sat in a chair it broke, i placed on my bed so house keeping would replace the broken chair and nope they just put it back at table like really
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet very clean cozy stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Maynard

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kody

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom, MORRIS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice value and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lainie

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

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

Denise

This cute little motel was perfect for what I needed. The only thing I really didn’t like was there was no type of vending machines. The town is kind of in the middle of no where and there wasn’t any type place to get food. A snack would have been very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donovan

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant stay!

This motel exceeded my expectations for the price. It’s very clean and quiet. Great water pressure and the bed was super comfortable. Check-in is a little different as there is no front desk worker. You will get a text before your arrival with a code that you enter at a kiosk in the lobby and your key pops out. It is simple. It’s also worth noting that they do not do early check-ins before 3pm. My biggest complaint is that the WiFi connection is slow and there’s only a Roku tv; no antenna/live channels. This made watching tv in the evening hard because every few minutes it would lose connection. My coworker in another room had the same issue. The room was also quite dark even with all the lights on. Overall I had a great stay and will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jim

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Little trouble checking in as this first time with this system. Phone call to number given and all went well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024