Name: Executive Inn Owatonna Hwy 35
Address: 745 State Avenue, Owatonna, Minnesota, United States of America, Owatonna, Minnesota, US
Price range: $60–$77 per night
Rating: 7.5

What guests think

At Executive Inn Owatonna Hwy 35, travelers frequently note clean, updated rooms, good value, and a convenient location near shops, while others report inconsistent maintenance and cleanliness, and variable bed comfort.

Amenities are limited, with no pool and only a light continental breakfast. Several reviews note musty or smoke odors and occasional noise, while staff are generally responsive and accommodating. Overall, expect a basic, budget stay with variability across rooms.

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Facilities

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10

Austin

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

- Clean, neat, tidy, and safe. - Good location close to businesses. - We checked in late (10pm) due to traffic. Staff were quick and helpful, if difficult to understand. - Room was very cute, cozy, and clean. - Bathroom was fun! Nicely decorated, great shower, good water pressure and temperature. The faucet lit up blue if cold, green if warm, and red if hot. - Would recommend this spot to anyone travelling through. No real amenities on the property, such as pool or even a decent-sized room for breakfast, but if you just want a clean, cozy spot for a night or two, go for it.

10

Krisann

Jul 23, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Wonderful place to stay. Desk staff very helpful and attentive. I will admit when I pulled into the property it looked terrible due to the roof desperately needs replacement but noticed the renovation going on the following days. Room was clean and comfortable. Had mini fridge, microwave and coffee maker. Perfect for a travel nurse as myself. No complaints and quiet place to stay! Will return again!!

8

Kathy

Mar 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was basic, but clean and comfortable. Convenient parking, a homey diner next door with a good breakfast.

8

Marvin

Jul 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

They appear to be in the middle of a remodel. The way the rooms were laid out seemed odd to me.

10

Sengaloune

Jan 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pleasantly surprised - clean, comfortable room for great price With reasonable expectations, the room is cleaner than most I've stayed at double to triple the price. What you can expect is a clean comfortable room with decent typical bed and quick continental breakfast. The area had nice lighting, safe with good parking. I would stay here again!

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness feedback is mixed: many guests found rooms very clean and recently refreshed, while others reported issues such as dirty bathrooms or floors, bad odors, and occasional pests.

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10

Bradley

Sep 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was very clean and well maintained.

10

Dale

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

clean room. pleasant staff. easy check-in.

2

Lonnie

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very old and dated. Mouse poop on the bathroom floor. Bathroom faucet leaked water all over. Beds were very old and uncomfortable. Most of the lights and outlets didn't work in the room. The smoke alarm was dangling from the wall by its wires. The wall AC unit wasn't turned on when we arrived and it was SO HOT in the room, and it took hours to cool down. We arrived right at midnight so it WAS very hard to get to sleep because of the hot room. I guess that's what you get for $72/night.

8

Jeremy

Jun 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We were just looking for a cheap room. This place exceeded all expectation. Clean, modern, comfortable, and convenient. A real bargain.

2

Victor

Nov 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I did like the layout of the room and staff was nice but there was roaches in the room

10

Sengaloune

Jan 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pleasantly surprised - clean, comfortable room for great price With reasonable expectations, the room is cleaner than most I've stayed at double to triple the price. What you can expect is a clean comfortable room with decent typical bed and quick continental breakfast. The area had nice lighting, safe with good parking. I would stay here again!

4

Jessica

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good location. Bathroom was dirty in the tub and sink. Floors in the main room weren't swept. The air conditioner doesn't work well

2

Zach

Feb 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The floors were so dirty and gross it made our socks black almost instantly. And it smelled very bad.

2

Scott

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room and everything in it was filthy. Not really really dirty; but FILTHY! The air conditioner only conditioned the air to be filthy as well. I didn’t just smell the bad air; I tasted it. It was disgusting. The only reason I didn’t leave was EVERYBODY else was booked and it was nearly midnight and I was exhausted from the heat!

10

Brian

Sep 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The owners of this hotel have obviously gone to a lot of effort to make it a nice place to stay. The facility was exceptionally clean, new countertops and faucets in bathroom, and cute decorating touches throughout. Definitely a good value stay!

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Rooms

Rooms range from newly remodeled and modern to dated, with mixed bed and pillow comfort. Some guests experienced maintenance issues (AC, plumbing, lights) and occasional noise or odors, though others noted quiet stays and reliable Wi‑Fi/TV.

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CHRISTY

Mar 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely comfortable beds . I am 75 year old woman traveling alone. and felt safe and secure. Room was comfortable nothing elegant, but all the basics well done—staff went out of their way in accommodating both my very late arrival and need of ground floor room due to my disability. Plan to stay again on my return trip home in a few weeks

6

Linda

Oct 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

If people are staying for two nights, there should be bath wash cloths for two nights. The motel is noisy. The dresser in our room was broken. The room was very clean and had been updated.

8

Raymond

Oct 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean hotel, my room was quiet. It did was it was supposed to do

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Terri

Dec 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

First night the room was cold, had to get extra blankets. Room and bed were comfortable other than that. Second night was in a different room. Lights and plugins did not work, holes in the wall where a picture was suppose to be. Bed was not comfortable. Pillows were very old in both rooms. But for the price can't really expect more than what it is.

8

Cheryl

Aug 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The AC had a musty smell. I brought it to their attention and they had somebody in my room, fixing it in under 10 minutes.

10

Kehinde

May 16, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Loved it. A small hotel with a modern feel. Money well spent

10

CJ

Jun 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

While it looks mediocre from the outside, the room was freshly remodeled and spacious. Nice, new, smart tv. The beds are on the firmer side. The breakfast was minimal. But I would stay here again for the economical price.

10

Donna

Mar 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean updated room for the money

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Crystal

Aug 14, 2023

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Stayed 8 nights

The staff here has been very kind to me and helpful throughout my stay. The room is very nice, great wifi, TV has many channels, great updated bathroom. The bed is comfortable which is super important to me. There is a grocery store about a block from here and a family restaurant even closer. Near downtown and several nice parks.

6

Peggy

Jul 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The bathtub would not drain and the shower did not work. The hotel room was clean. I would never stay there again. I checked the bed for bed bugs and to see if it was clean. It was not what i expected. I would recommend spending the 20 or 30 dollars more for a nicer hotel.

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Service

Service is generally friendly and helpful, with quick check‑in and accommodating management noted by many. A few guests experienced slow or unhelpful responses and difficulty meeting room location requests.

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CHRISTY

Mar 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely comfortable beds . I am 75 year old woman traveling alone. and felt safe and secure. Room was comfortable nothing elegant, but all the basics well done—staff went out of their way in accommodating both my very late arrival and need of ground floor room due to my disability. Plan to stay again on my return trip home in a few weeks

10

Sonjia

Aug 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great service

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abdinasir

Jan 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Poor customer service

10

Austin

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

- Clean, neat, tidy, and safe. - Good location close to businesses. - We checked in late (10pm) due to traffic. Staff were quick and helpful, if difficult to understand. - Room was very cute, cozy, and clean. - Bathroom was fun! Nicely decorated, great shower, good water pressure and temperature. The faucet lit up blue if cold, green if warm, and red if hot. - Would recommend this spot to anyone travelling through. No real amenities on the property, such as pool or even a decent-sized room for breakfast, but if you just want a clean, cozy spot for a night or two, go for it.

10

Krisann

Jul 23, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Wonderful place to stay. Desk staff very helpful and attentive. I will admit when I pulled into the property it looked terrible due to the roof desperately needs replacement but noticed the renovation going on the following days. Room was clean and comfortable. Had mini fridge, microwave and coffee maker. Perfect for a travel nurse as myself. No complaints and quiet place to stay! Will return again!!

10

Dale

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

clean room. pleasant staff. easy check-in.

10

Lori

Nov 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Quick and friendly

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Kevin

Jul 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The manager really helped me, i had a little issue and he said no problem m Lets see what we could do.. and The manager and his wife figured it out and got me in a room right away. Thank you so much for understand my situation. Sincerely Kevin G.

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NORMA

Nov 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It took 10 minutes for them to come to the office for checkin. Requested a ground floor room because of mobility issues and they gave us a room on the upper floor. When asked for the ground floor all we could get was a queen size bed. Not too impressed

10

Crystal

Aug 14, 2023

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Stayed 8 nights

The staff here has been very kind to me and helpful throughout my stay. The room is very nice, great wifi, TV has many channels, great updated bathroom. The bed is comfortable which is super important to me. There is a grocery store about a block from here and a family restaurant even closer. Near downtown and several nice parks.

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Location

Location is convenient to stores, a diner, and downtown. Some guests mentioned quiet surroundings, while a few noted noise or safety concerns.

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Clayton

Feb 20, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The property was run down and the rooms were dirty. There was some very questionable folks coming and going at all hours of the night and our safety and the safety of our vehicles was a concern. Research the areas prior to booking and spend a little more for lodging cost for piece of mind and safety. It served its purpose but I will never stay there again!

10

Kehinde

May 16, 2024

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Stayed 8 nights

Friendly staff. From check-in to check-out. The rooms are spacious, the beds are comfortable, bathrooms have been remodeled to modern standards and looks. The staff listened to my needs/requests and were accommodating. The location is ideal, you are not far from town, there is a restaurant and grocery store within walking distance. Daily room service and breakfast in the morning. This was my second stay here, I have no regrets about it. Looking forward to my next stay.

10

Norbert

Jul 6, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

It was very quiet place.

10

Austin

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

- Clean, neat, tidy, and safe. - Good location close to businesses. - We checked in late (10pm) due to traffic. Staff were quick and helpful, if difficult to understand. - Room was very cute, cozy, and clean. - Bathroom was fun! Nicely decorated, great shower, good water pressure and temperature. The faucet lit up blue if cold, green if warm, and red if hot. - Would recommend this spot to anyone travelling through. No real amenities on the property, such as pool or even a decent-sized room for breakfast, but if you just want a clean, cozy spot for a night or two, go for it.

8

Kathy

Mar 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was basic, but clean and comfortable. Convenient parking, a homey diner next door with a good breakfast.

8

Jeremy

Jun 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We were just looking for a cheap room. This place exceeded all expectation. Clean, modern, comfortable, and convenient. A real bargain.

10

Douglas

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Strange layout but room was okay. Supermarket and gas station next door. Also auto parts and cafe but I didn't try them. Train depot next door with 100' of track without an explanation.

10

Sengaloune

Jan 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pleasantly surprised - clean, comfortable room for great price With reasonable expectations, the room is cleaner than most I've stayed at double to triple the price. What you can expect is a clean comfortable room with decent typical bed and quick continental breakfast. The area had nice lighting, safe with good parking. I would stay here again!

4

dennis

Jun 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

well people were agruing and fighting at least 2 couples running in and out slamming the doors, hollaring at each other outside. people smoking weed in there cars, after around 330am things finally settled down. bad night

10

Crystal

Aug 14, 2023

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Stayed 8 nights

The staff here has been very kind to me and helpful throughout my stay. The room is very nice, great wifi, TV has many channels, great updated bathroom. The bed is comfortable which is super important to me. There is a grocery store about a block from here and a family restaurant even closer. Near downtown and several nice parks.

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Dining

Breakfast is minimal and simple, with limited variety noted; a few appreciated coffee and a light option. Several guests chose the diner next door for a fuller meal.

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Kehinde

May 16, 2024

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Stayed 8 nights

Friendly staff. From check-in to check-out. The rooms are spacious, the beds are comfortable, bathrooms have been remodeled to modern standards and looks. The staff listened to my needs/requests and were accommodating. The location is ideal, you are not far from town, there is a restaurant and grocery store within walking distance. Daily room service and breakfast in the morning. This was my second stay here, I have no regrets about it. Looking forward to my next stay.

8

Karl

Mar 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Old property with nicely upgraded fixtures and pleasant floor lighting. Pretty basic breakfast. Clean.

8

Kathy

Mar 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was basic, but clean and comfortable. Convenient parking, a homey diner next door with a good breakfast.

10

Heather

Nov 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was great...only juice offered for breakfast so disappointed with that but overall a great stay

8

Tara

May 8, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room looked like it was newly remodeled. They had a cute little breakfast option in the main office in the morning. The only negative would be the pillows were very uncomfortable and the room smelt like old smoke. But we enjoyed our stay & would stay again if we were in town.

10

Andrew

Apr 16, 2023

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I like the price and the room is nice. Free coffee and breakfast. Glad they are here.

10

Sengaloune

Jan 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pleasantly surprised - clean, comfortable room for great price With reasonable expectations, the room is cleaner than most I've stayed at double to triple the price. What you can expect is a clean comfortable room with decent typical bed and quick continental breakfast. The area had nice lighting, safe with good parking. I would stay here again!

10

CJ

Jun 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

While it looks mediocre from the outside, the room was freshly remodeled and spacious. Nice, new, smart tv. The beds are on the firmer side. The breakfast was minimal. But I would stay here again for the economical price.

10

Samuel

Dec 31, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I like the hospitality and little breakfast that they provided.

4

lindsay

Apr 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

smelled like pot & black and milds through out. terribly cold in the hall ways. breakfast was a used gallon of milk and a box of cereal.

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Month	Average price
January	$49
February	$58
March	$55
April	$54
May	$65
June	$67
July	$64
August	$66
September	$44
October	$58
November	$66
December	$52

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13	14	15	16	17 $61	18 $66	19 $66
20 $68	21 $71	22 $60	23 $61	24 $63	25 $68	26 $68
27 $63	28 $73	29 $70	30 $70

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $77	2 $77	3 $70
4 $70	5 $70	6 $70	7 $70	8 $70	9 $70	10 $70
11 $70	12 $70	13 $70	14 $70	15 $70	16 $70	17 $73
18 $73	19 $70	20 $70	21 $70	22 $73	23 $73	24 $73
25 $73	26 $70	27 $69	28 $70	29 $73	30 $70	31 $73

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