Is parking available at the property?

Free self parking is available on-site.

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

Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

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

The property is located 12.1 mi from Morgan-Monroe State Forest and 20.7 mi from Indiana University Bloomington. It is also 29.4 mi from Lucas Oil Stadium and 30 mi from Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.

Royal Motel

What guests think

Across the reviews, Royal Motel stands out as a clean, no-frills budget stop with solid value for short stays, though some guests note occasional noise from the road or in-room air units.

Many travelers praise the welcoming staff, with prompt assistance when problems arise, such as swiftly replacing a nonworking TV. Rooms are basic but refreshed in areas like bathrooms, with comfortable beds plus in-room fridges and microwaves; extras are limited, and a few reviews mention odors, insects, or damp bedding linked to climate control. The roadside location is convenient for drivers and late arrivals. Expect a straightforward, affordable stopover.

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Facilities

No-frills setup with basic in-room amenities like a fridge and microwave, plus convenient park-by-door access. Extras are limited, with reports of no ice machine or hair dryer and occasional absence of a coffee maker.

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Kim

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff that welcomed you and asked how your drive in was. Totally worth the price and neat to park right by your door..like the good old days. Shower was a nice tile and large.

10

David

Oct 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful surprise! Even better than its 8 of 10 on Expedia. Older hotel scared me, but everything was redone even down to the plumbing and electrical. Very nice, comfortable room. Some road noise early in the evening so we turned on the fan and didnt hear another thing all night. The only negative was no ice or hair dryer. Still, i would stay again and enjoy it! Wonderful bargain so dont be afraid to take it!

8

Ronna

Jan 11, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The room was nicely decorated and very clean. I appreciated having the refrigerator and microwave. The only issue I had was that the heating unit was fairly noisy. Regardless, it was good value and a comfortable stay.

10

Dawn

May 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We needed a place to stay for a night for a concert we were attending. I had booked the Royal because there are not a lot of choices in the area. What a pleasant surprise. The owners are very nice and accommodating. It is a bare bones place but we didn’t need a lot. It is spotlessly clean and the bed is reasonably comfortable. The air conditioner is a little noisy but I always have a fairly loud fan in my bedroom. The TV was not working and the owner came over and promptly replaced it and made sure it worked. . We’re coming back for another concert in July and will definitely stay here again

8

DR PHILIP

Apr 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

You can’t beat this place for the price. Nothing fancy (e.g. coffee maker in room, plush towels, hangers), but very clean and convenient off highway.

10

Leah

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stopped here for one night. Our room and bathroom were very clean. The bed was just how we like it, firm, not too soft and the pillows comfortable. We could control the a/c to get the room to a comfortable temperature. I liked that we could park right by our door. We had no safety issues. The staff were friendly and courteous. The next day we were off to our destination.

10

Matthew

Aug 5, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Excellent experience. Clean, quiet, cheap. Daily cleaning. If you're on a budget and don't need amenities beyond a coffee maker, tv, fridge and microwave, you cannot do better than the Royal Motel. Updated bathrooms, exceptionally comfortable bed and pillows. I will always stay here when I visit the Indianapolis area. 10/10.

8

Dawn

Jul 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was fine. Nothing terrible. This is an economy hotel with no amenities or extras. It was clean, ok as far as comfort. The noise of the window air conditioner was annoying and the fact that the tv sound is locked at 17 making it hard to hear was annoying, but we weren’t there much and really just slept there since we were there for a winery concert. We had to go to the gas station across the street for ice. It’s economy and fine for that. It was clean, the bed is comfortable (although the pillows were small and flat).

10

Larisa

Oct 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is very clean and well-maintained. It offers no-frills, basic accommodations, perfect for travelers looking for an affordable place to stay for the night or two.

4

Raymond

Aug 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Due to very close highway traffic and some mechanical screeching near our room. (Room 41). Sounded like tortured cats. No coffee maker. Overall clean. Good bed linens.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is a standout theme, with many calling rooms spotless and well maintained, and some noting daily housekeeping. A few reviews cite odors, bugs, or damp bedding linked to AC issues.

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Timothy J

Aug 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Air conditioner put out cold air, but wasn't dehumidifying so sheets on bed were damp/sticky. Flies in the bathroom (why?).

10

Michael

May 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was immaculately clean. The gentleman at the reception desk very friendly and accommodating. I would stay there again.

10

rakhi

May 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was exceptionally clean. Initially, I had low expectations but was pleasantly surprised by its comfort. As we were unable to secure a room in Bloomington for graduation. we opted for Martinswale, where Royal provided a clean and quiet stay.

10

Scott

Oct 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean property and room. Friendly service at check in!

10

Chad

Oct 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We decided on this place as a last resort because other hotels were booked up. However, we were pleasantly suprised to discover that this motel is a gem! Very clean, very comfortable! You can tell that everything in the room was updated within the last year or two...new tub/shower, vanity, bed, bedding, flooring, paint...you name it. From the outside, it looks like an old motel, but it's a great place at a great price and we'll definitely stay again!

10

Matthew

Aug 5, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Excellent experience. Clean, quiet, cheap. Daily cleaning. If you're on a budget and don't need amenities beyond a coffee maker, tv, fridge and microwave, you cannot do better than the Royal Motel. Updated bathrooms, exceptionally comfortable bed and pillows. I will always stay here when I visit the Indianapolis area. 10/10.

10

Brooke

May 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I was meeting a friend for a night. The shower had hot water and good pressure. It was a decent size room. There were some weird spots on the bedding, but other than that no complaints.

10

Jack

Jul 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Older hotel but updated, very clean room

2

Grace

Sep 23, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Smelled like cigarette smoke and public restroom, small bugs in the room

8

Paul

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Spotless. Quiet. Friendly!

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Rooms

Rooms are simple and partly updated (notably bathrooms), with comfortable beds and decent space; noise varies from very quiet to traffic or loud AC. Wi-Fi feedback ranges from good to occasionally unstable, and small maintenance quirks appear.

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Philip

Mar 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I was pleasantly surprised with how nice the room was. Location not the best (right next to busier street), but room was adequate, clean, and plenty of hot water.

8

Monika

Jul 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very spacious room with 2 beds, fridge, good wifi, modern electronic air conditioner, clean bathroom. Overall, very pleasant 1 night stay with my family.

8

Cody

Jun 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice classic Motel. Very affordable. Right on the main road though so a little noisy.

8

Ieko

Jun 3, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Het gebouw is oud, maar schoon en comfortabel. Het ligt buiten de bebouwde kom aan de Interstate 67. Hierdoor gemakkelijk aan- en afrijden, maar tot vrij laat nog verkeer voor je deur langs. Eigenaar woont in het motel waardoor 24/7 toezicht. Dat voelt veilig. WiFi is niet altijd stabiel.

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Harry

Sep 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Motel is very nice relative to the cost. Room was large and clean. Beds were comfortable.

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Ronna

Jan 11, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The room was nicely decorated and very clean. I appreciated having the refrigerator and microwave. The only issue I had was that the heating unit was fairly noisy. Regardless, it was good value and a comfortable stay.

10

Dawn

May 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We needed a place to stay for a night for a concert we were attending. I had booked the Royal because there are not a lot of choices in the area. What a pleasant surprise. The owners are very nice and accommodating. It is a bare bones place but we didn’t need a lot. It is spotlessly clean and the bed is reasonably comfortable. The air conditioner is a little noisy but I always have a fairly loud fan in my bedroom. The TV was not working and the owner came over and promptly replaced it and made sure it worked. . We’re coming back for another concert in July and will definitely stay here again

10

Matthew

Aug 5, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Excellent experience. Clean, quiet, cheap. Daily cleaning. If you're on a budget and don't need amenities beyond a coffee maker, tv, fridge and microwave, you cannot do better than the Royal Motel. Updated bathrooms, exceptionally comfortable bed and pillows. I will always stay here when I visit the Indianapolis area. 10/10.

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Dawn

Jul 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was fine. Nothing terrible. This is an economy hotel with no amenities or extras. It was clean, ok as far as comfort. The noise of the window air conditioner was annoying and the fact that the tv sound is locked at 17 making it hard to hear was annoying, but we weren’t there much and really just slept there since we were there for a winery concert. We had to go to the gas station across the street for ice. It’s economy and fine for that. It was clean, the bed is comfortable (although the pillows were small and flat).

8

Bryan

Sep 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A hidden gem really. Nice gentleman on phone and also at check in. Quiet. Surrounding property gave me a little hesitation but overall very pleasant. Over head light in room wouldn’t turn off….oh well.

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Service

Staff are consistently friendly and accommodating, providing quick help when issues arise such as promptly replacing a TV. Check-in is easy, and several guests felt warmly welcomed.

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Kim

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff that welcomed you and asked how your drive in was. Totally worth the price and neat to park right by your door..like the good old days. Shower was a nice tile and large.

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Andrew

Oct 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A no-frills motel, but reasonably priced and very clean...it's all you really need if you are in the area. Friendly staff. I can easily recommend.

10

Michael

May 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was immaculately clean. The gentleman at the reception desk very friendly and accommodating. I would stay there again.

10

Kevin

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was friendly and the room was clean. Rates were excellent. Conveniently located.

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Dawn

May 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We needed a place to stay for a night for a concert we were attending. I had booked the Royal because there are not a lot of choices in the area. What a pleasant surprise. The owners are very nice and accommodating. It is a bare bones place but we didn’t need a lot. It is spotlessly clean and the bed is reasonably comfortable. The air conditioner is a little noisy but I always have a fairly loud fan in my bedroom. The TV was not working and the owner came over and promptly replaced it and made sure it worked. . We’re coming back for another concert in July and will definitely stay here again

10

Leah

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stopped here for one night. Our room and bathroom were very clean. The bed was just how we like it, firm, not too soft and the pillows comfortable. We could control the a/c to get the room to a comfortable temperature. I liked that we could park right by our door. We had no safety issues. The staff were friendly and courteous. The next day we were off to our destination.

10

James

Oct 22, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was great! I stay in hotels very frequently and the staff and service was top notch, will definitely stay here again upon returning to Martinsville!

10

Virginie

Apr 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Warm welcomed and great service. Good heater system as we came in during winter. Not a bad commute from Bloomington.

10

Estela

Sep 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy check in!

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Bryan

Sep 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A hidden gem really. Nice gentleman on phone and also at check in. Quiet. Surrounding property gave me a little hesitation but overall very pleasant. Over head light in room wouldn’t turn off….oh well.

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Location

Roadside setting offers easy highway access and works well for short stopovers or visits to nearby cities. Several guests reported traffic noise, and a few encountered roadwork affecting access.

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Philip

Mar 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I was pleasantly surprised with how nice the room was. Location not the best (right next to busier street), but room was adequate, clean, and plenty of hot water.

10

Kevin

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was friendly and the room was clean. Rates were excellent. Conveniently located.

8

Cody

Jun 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice classic Motel. Very affordable. Right on the main road though so a little noisy.

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Ieko

Jun 3, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Het gebouw is oud, maar schoon en comfortabel. Het ligt buiten de bebouwde kom aan de Interstate 67. Hierdoor gemakkelijk aan- en afrijden, maar tot vrij laat nog verkeer voor je deur langs. Eigenaar woont in het motel waardoor 24/7 toezicht. Dat voelt veilig. WiFi is niet altijd stabiel.

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Larry

Nov 19, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was nice and cozy had all the amenities I needed staff was friendly and motel was very close to where I needed to be and offered access to highway and local roads I would definitely recommend staying here to family and friends

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DR PHILIP

Apr 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

You can’t beat this place for the price. Nothing fancy (e.g. coffee maker in room, plush towels, hangers), but very clean and convenient off highway.

10

Christopher

Sep 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice it’s definitely a keeper. Its location is kind of in a hard place to get through but they were working on the road and entrance so understandable. Awesome place

10

Virginie

Apr 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Warm welcomed and great service. Good heater system as we came in during winter. Not a bad commute from Bloomington.

8

Michael

Apr 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good rate and close location to where i wanted to go

10

John

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff, clean room, quiet location, good price.

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Royal Motel

About this property

Location

Room options

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

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What guests think

Property Policies

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Security deposit

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