Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

Are airport shuttle services available?

Yes, airport shuttle services are available, but pricing and arrangement details are not specified.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located just a 1-minute walk from Hayward Lake and 6 minutes by foot from the National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum. Other nearby attractions include Sawyer County Historical Museum (0.4 km), Lumberjack Bowl (0.5 km), and Hayward Information Center (0.6 km).

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Up to 2 children aged 10 years old and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Riverside Motel

What guests think

Riverside Motel earns praise for remodeled rooms with a cozy Northwoods feel, friendly owner-run service, and a scenic riverfront setting, while remaining convenient to downtown Hayward for walks, coffee, and local dining, creating a relaxing small-motel alternative to chains.

Many note very clean, well-kept interiors and easy, welcoming check-in. Guests enjoy outdoor extras such as a deck, fire pit, and a small dock for sitting by the water or fishing. Common caveats include some firm mattresses, occasional booking or policy miscommunications, and a few rooms facing the highway with less appealing views or minor maintenance issues like odors or sticky doors. A good choice for travelers seeking a peaceful, independent stay.

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Cleanliness

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Facilities

Outdoor amenities stand out, including a riverside deck, fire pit, and a small dock or pier for relaxing or fishing.

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Lailla

9 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a typical small town roadside motel, nicer and cleaner than most. We’ve been on a long road trip and we’re just so sick of the brand chains, we thought we’d try something different. It’s fine. We had a clean, large room, decorated in Northwoods kitsch. We upgraded to a River View room to cut down on road noise. True - the room is right on the river, but those rooms just sit perpendicular to the building along the road, sort of joined at the corner, so while you are on the river, you also have a perfect view of the highway over the bridge 50 yards away. Unless sitting on the deck watching the river is important, it’s probably not worth the upgrade. The highway seems to calm down at night anyway.

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Berit

7 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We had a lovely stay at the Riverside. It was clean, comfortable and quiet. We enjoyed the deck overlooking the river. If we were staying longer, we would definitely have asked for one of the rooms with a river view. Next time we are in Hayward, we will certainly choose the Riverside.

10

Debi

30 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Really enjoyed the deck and access to the lake

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samantha

5 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and quiet river view with balcony

10

Sarah

29 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

LOVED THIS HOTEL! Likes: -Super cute rooms -Fire pit area with grill and seating -Beautiful deck/seating area overlooking river -Great water pressure -Clean -Great Staff Dislikes: -Bed was a bit too firm -Pull out bed had no sheets on it (it was late by the time i discovered this) Would I stay here again? ABSOLUTELY!

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Penny

11 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely little hotel on the water, fire pit, outdoor deck. Nice clean room, comfortable bed, cute bathroom.

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Stacey

20 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great little get away spot!! Bring your fishing stuff even a little pier to fish at. Grabbed Coop's pizza for dinner and brought back to our room. Hayward Family Cafe for brwakfast across the street. Don't sleep on this place

10

Terri

3 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Riverside Motel is a quaint little hotel. Our room was a very nice size. It was clean and well decorated and looked out at the river. There were lots of places for guests to sit outside and enjoy the lake. It even had a little dock if you wanted to wet your line. A great breakfast/lunch restaurant is right across the street and downtown Hayward is just minutes away. We would highly recommend the Riverside Motel for your Hayward stay.

10

Caron

15 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Love the big cabiny rooms. Convenient to everything. Wish it would have been nicer weather so we could enjoy the big deck looking at the water!

10

Brittany

5 Jul 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

A very beautiful property right on the river! We had a king size room that was very spacious and clean. The best part of the property was the staff. They were extremely friendly. We were able to have a bag of ice and fire wood outside for a fire pit at night. Great people. We will be back.

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently describe rooms as very clean and well maintained; a few report minor issues like a chemical odor or a sticking patio door.

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angela

30 Mar 2024

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Owners have outstanding customer service. Very friendly! Room is very clean and remodeled. Definitely recommend to others and will come to stay again.

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Daniel

27 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was EXTREMELY clean and well-maintained. Really the only disappointment was that there was not a continental breakfast.

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LuAnn

16 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We really enjoyed our stay at the Riverside Motel. We sat on the porch overlooking the river and enjoyed our morning coffee. We felt like we were in the northwoods enjoying the water. The room was neat and clean and felt like home.

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Kay

10 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a great visit. The room was spotless and very comfortable. I will definitely stay there again!

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Brooke

12 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice location. The room had a strong chemical smell that took a long time to clear out. The patio door was difcicult to open and the screen was ready to fall out. Cost was too high. There are better options in the area.

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Amy

11 Jan 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room, checking in was quick, and very nice staff

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Kathleen

5 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

WE went to shower in morning. No water from shower head. In checking with manager we should have adjusted the shower head to get it to work. To our surprise, we've never had to maintain a shower at a hotel. Needless to say we were ready to leave by the time he informed us of needing to adjust the shower head. I would think that cleaning people would MAKE SURE after cleaning that it's in working order. Their picture shows lake front rooms. That's not one that we had. We were facing a busy hiway. Poor advertising with a display picture of lake. Should make sure people are informed there's no lake view for some rooms.

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David

22 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This property was great! Very clean and quiet.

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Jan

25 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was immaculate! Friendly check in. Beautiful view.

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Kathleen

22 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms are so cozy and extremely clean. The staff at this family owned business were extremely nice. I recommend this property

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Rooms

Remodeled rooms have cozy Northwoods decor, are often spacious and comfortable, and many offer river views or porches; some guests found the beds firm and note that certain rooms face the highway.

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Lailla

9 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a typical small town roadside motel, nicer and cleaner than most. We’ve been on a long road trip and we’re just so sick of the brand chains, we thought we’d try something different. It’s fine. We had a clean, large room, decorated in Northwoods kitsch. We upgraded to a River View room to cut down on road noise. True - the room is right on the river, but those rooms just sit perpendicular to the building along the road, sort of joined at the corner, so while you are on the river, you also have a perfect view of the highway over the bridge 50 yards away. Unless sitting on the deck watching the river is important, it’s probably not worth the upgrade. The highway seems to calm down at night anyway.

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Dawn

12 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The water view was lovely and the front desk gave great dinner recommendations. Cozy northwoods feel to the room.

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Stephanie

30 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I love this cute little room. It was right on the river and had a country feel.

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samantha

5 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and quiet river view with balcony

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Dawn

25 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Simple accommodation but certainly adequate. Very clean, classic old motor inn feel.

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Sarah

29 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

LOVED THIS HOTEL! Likes: -Super cute rooms -Fire pit area with grill and seating -Beautiful deck/seating area overlooking river -Great water pressure -Clean -Great Staff Dislikes: -Bed was a bit too firm -Pull out bed had no sheets on it (it was late by the time i discovered this) Would I stay here again? ABSOLUTELY!

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Stephanie

30 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, quaint, and old school. My only complaint would be that the bed was really hard.

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Patricia

10 Oct 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

This is a vintage motel, very well maintained and delightful to stay in. The bed was extremely comfortable, and the recently renovated bathroom was perfect. While some may feel the TV is a bit small it was fine for us. There was no sound leakage from adjoining rooms, either!

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Brittany

5 Jul 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

A very beautiful property right on the river! We had a king size room that was very spacious and clean. The best part of the property was the staff. They were extremely friendly. We were able to have a bag of ice and fire wood outside for a fire pit at night. Great people. We will be back.

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James

9 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy, quick check-in. Clean, nicely remodeled room with plenty of space.

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Service

Staff and owners are frequently praised as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with quick, easy check-in. Some report booking mix-ups or policy communication that could be clearer.

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angela

30 Mar 2024

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Owners have outstanding customer service. Very friendly! Room is very clean and remodeled. Definitely recommend to others and will come to stay again.

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Ann

7 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

From meeting our hosts upon check in and the cleanliness of room. To our hosts always asking if they could be of service. We will definitely be return customers

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Kay

2 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I liked that we were able to have a river view, and the room was nice and comfortable. I didn't like that we had to sign a form agreeing to pay a fee for ruining towels with makeup. Most motels have make-up wipes or dark special wahcloths for make-up, easy cheap fix for owner.

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Ethan

9 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My only complaint is with the booking. I booked a double queen bed room, only to find upon arrival that we were given a single queen with a couch fold out bed. I don’t know if it was Expedia’s fault or the hotel, but please be careful when booking your own room and call to confirm you get what you paid for. Other than that mishap, the hotel was very nice! Clean and accessible!

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Julianne

4 Aug 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

I like that this was a "local" motel, owner was very friendly and helpful. Rooms were very clean and updated. We will stay here again!

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Edward

29 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

If you looking for a motel that perfectly blends into historic Hayward, Wisconsin, then the Riverside Motel is your place to stay. It has the rustic cabin ambience, with all of the modern amenities. The staff is also extremely helpful and friendly.

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Brittany

5 Jul 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

A very beautiful property right on the river! We had a king size room that was very spacious and clean. The best part of the property was the staff. They were extremely friendly. We were able to have a bag of ice and fire wood outside for a fire pit at night. Great people. We will be back.

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Kathleen

5 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

WE went to shower in morning. No water from shower head. In checking with manager we should have adjusted the shower head to get it to work. To our surprise, we've never had to maintain a shower at a hotel. Needless to say we were ready to leave by the time he informed us of needing to adjust the shower head. I would think that cleaning people would MAKE SURE after cleaning that it's in working order. Their picture shows lake front rooms. That's not one that we had. We were facing a busy hiway. Poor advertising with a display picture of lake. Should make sure people are informed there's no lake view for some rooms.

10

Andrea

23 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Loved the staff! Simon and Andrea rock! Great little motel.

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Tami

9 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was awesome! Very, very nice rustic rooms. Andrea was the friendliest desk clerk I can remember having and we travel a lot. They have a beautiful welcoming cat, he is so nice. We would never stay anywhere else from now on when we come to Hayward.

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Location

Scenic riverfront setting with pleasant views, and convenient access to downtown Hayward and local events; a few mention highway-facing rooms.

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Lailla

9 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a typical small town roadside motel, nicer and cleaner than most. We’ve been on a long road trip and we’re just so sick of the brand chains, we thought we’d try something different. It’s fine. We had a clean, large room, decorated in Northwoods kitsch. We upgraded to a River View room to cut down on road noise. True - the room is right on the river, but those rooms just sit perpendicular to the building along the road, sort of joined at the corner, so while you are on the river, you also have a perfect view of the highway over the bridge 50 yards away. Unless sitting on the deck watching the river is important, it’s probably not worth the upgrade. The highway seems to calm down at night anyway.

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Troy

5 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing location on the river

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Stephanie

30 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I love this cute little room. It was right on the river and had a country feel.

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Austin

19 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean right on the edge of downtown hayward

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Penny

11 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely little hotel on the water, fire pit, outdoor deck. Nice clean room, comfortable bed, cute bathroom.

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Donna

8 Aug 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We were attending the lumberjack festival, and the location was excellent.

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Cynthia

20 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice hotel. Very clean & close to downtown.

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Terri

3 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Riverside Motel is a quaint little hotel. Our room was a very nice size. It was clean and well decorated and looked out at the river. There were lots of places for guests to sit outside and enjoy the lake. It even had a little dock if you wanted to wet your line. A great breakfast/lunch restaurant is right across the street and downtown Hayward is just minutes away. We would highly recommend the Riverside Motel for your Hayward stay.

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Cristi

4 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff, super clean room! Great location right in Hayward within walking distance to what downtown Hayward has to offer.

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Sandra

31 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice location, rooms were well appointed. Quiet, on the water, beautiful views. Very nice people.

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Dining

Some note the absence of continental breakfast, but appreciate nearby options such as a café across the street and downtown restaurants; staff provide useful dinner recommendations.

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Daniel

27 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was EXTREMELY clean and well-maintained. Really the only disappointment was that there was not a continental breakfast.

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Dawn

12 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The water view was lovely and the front desk gave great dinner recommendations. Cozy northwoods feel to the room.

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Stacey

20 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great little get away spot!! Bring your fishing stuff even a little pier to fish at. Grabbed Coop's pizza for dinner and brought back to our room. Hayward Family Cafe for brwakfast across the street. Don't sleep on this place

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Terri

3 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Riverside Motel is a quaint little hotel. Our room was a very nice size. It was clean and well decorated and looked out at the river. There were lots of places for guests to sit outside and enjoy the lake. It even had a little dock if you wanted to wet your line. A great breakfast/lunch restaurant is right across the street and downtown Hayward is just minutes away. We would highly recommend the Riverside Motel for your Hayward stay.

10

Cristi

4 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff, super clean room! Great location right in Hayward within walking distance to what downtown Hayward has to offer.

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Patti

13 Jun 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

It was clean & attractive, very comfortable beds, friendly staff. Across the road from a family restaurant, with very good food. Only negative thing was not being informed at check in, where designated smoking area was. I smoke, so would like to abide by property owners rules as to where. to go.

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Riverside Motel

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Standard Room

Room

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa Bed, Lake View, Lakeside

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View, Lakeside

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Roadside

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