Is parking available at the property?

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

Does the property allow pets?

Yes, pets are allowed with a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

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

The property is located 7.9 miles from Maplewood State Park and 23.1 miles from Fergus Falls Center for Arts. It is also close to Pelican Pete (0.8 miles) and Tamarack Lake (6.6 miles).

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

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

Pelican Motel

What guests think

Pelican Motel is a clean, friendly, owner-run motor court that travelers describe as cozy and updated, with comfortable beds, easy parking at the door, and a quiet small-town setting near parks, lakes, and local restaurants.

The hands-on owners earn frequent praise for warm hospitality, quick help with requests and check-in, and a welcoming, pet-friendly approach. Rooms are updated and generally comfortable, though a few guests noted soft or aging mattresses, limited soundproofing and occasional nearby industrial noise, plus intermittent internet or streaming TV frustrations. There’s no breakfast on site, and dining options are nearby. Expect a simple, tidy, good-value stay with personable service.

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Facilities

Convenient drive-up parking and pet-friendly policies are praised, with some units offering cabins or a studio with kitchenette; there is no breakfast on site.

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Sylvia

Aug 4, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Loved this little hotel. Its nothing fancy just clean and safe. It had everything we needed for our stay with the dog. The managers were very helpful.

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Vicki

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Parking was amazing, room was very clean and updated, mattress super comfortable. Check in was easy ,friendly. Felt very safe there. Would be nice to have info on local coffee houses, etc. since there is no breakfast at the motel. Would stay again.

10

Jerry

Aug 25, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff was very pleasant and helpful. Placed me in a room near the area I could park my truck with the boat attached. Adjacent to some great fishing spots

10

Lowell

Sep 17, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

I upgraded to cabin, was great

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Gretchen

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed in the cabin like "Studio" room that had a kitchenett cooking area. It was very clean, had a large TV, and the bed was very comfortable.

8

Mark

Jul 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Old motel, but well kept. Clean, quiet, parking at the door, good beds.

10

Benjamin

Oct 15, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice place to stay for a motorcycle weekend driving the Otter Tail Scenic Byway. Owners are friendly and helpful.

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Jerri

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved that we could bring our dog. Hotel requires you to bring a dog bed, because dogs aren't allowed on the beds. Room was spotless. Easy parking. The only thing I didn't like was the noise from the turkey plant. But my dog didn't mind, so I'm good. Will definitely stay again.

10

Colleen

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely motel. Quiet. Relaxing. All the amenities of home. As coming with heavy rolling cooler, requested parking outside my door. With in minutes of submitting my request, hotel responded, accommodating my request. When arrived was offered assistance with my cooler. Hospitality extraordinaire! Highly recommend.

10

Lynn

Jul 27, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved this place. A true gem. And our dog was allowed, which was wonderful.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is often praised, with many noting very clean, well-kept rooms and refreshed finishes. A few comments mention older bathrooms, but overall standards are high.

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Vicki

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Parking was amazing, room was very clean and updated, mattress super comfortable. Check in was easy ,friendly. Felt very safe there. Would be nice to have info on local coffee houses, etc. since there is no breakfast at the motel. Would stay again.

10

Melanie

Oct 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Pelican Motel was a little hidden gem in the area. We spent the weekend visiting several state parks and it fit our needs for overnight lodging perfectly. Our room was cozy and clean with updated furnishings and decor. We would definitely stay again if we are ever in the area again.

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Sheri

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is nicely maintained. Our room was nice, clean and comfortable. The bed was very comfortable. Highly recommend.

10

Wenda

Jul 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, friendly staff, great rate, dog friendly, convenient to restaurants.

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Ausra

Oct 12, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This place was very clean for a motel property. It is conveniently located and has calm and pleasant surroundings and environment.

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James

Oct 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy checking in, inexpensive, and clean rooms.

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Laynnie

Sep 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice clean place to stay!

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Sally

Apr 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It’s an older property, but kept up very well. The rooms were very clean and neat.

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Deirdre

Jul 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Area is under construction but the motel is great! Manager very friendly and place is spotless!!

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Dawn

Sep 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean and updated. Very cute room! Highly recommend staying here!

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Rooms

Rooms feel updated and generally comfortable with modern touches and good beds. Some guests reported soft or aging mattresses, limited soundproofing with occasional industrial noise, and intermittent internet or streaming TV issues.

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Melanie

Oct 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Pelican Motel was a little hidden gem in the area. We spent the weekend visiting several state parks and it fit our needs for overnight lodging perfectly. Our room was cozy and clean with updated furnishings and decor. We would definitely stay again if we are ever in the area again.

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Caren

Oct 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was nicely updated and very clean. However, there was little to no noise proofing. We heard conversations from all directions until late at night.

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Kurt

Aug 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Awesome motel. Great beds and clean!

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Greg

Sep 4, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms are modern and clean

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Julie

Jul 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The folks in the office were very nice and friendly. The property is a bit dated but our room was nicely painted with laminate flooring. It was clean with a very comfy bed. Had everything we needed!

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Jerri

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved that we could bring our dog. Hotel requires you to bring a dog bed, because dogs aren't allowed on the beds. Room was spotless. Easy parking. The only thing I didn't like was the noise from the turkey plant. But my dog didn't mind, so I'm good. Will definitely stay again.

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David

Mar 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room 24 needs a new mattress.

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Laurel

Aug 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great value. Nice staff. Disappointing internet with massive buffering and loss of access. An issue for many small towns staff said.

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Terese

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was clean, nicely updated, and had a very comfortable bed and quiet place to stay.

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Sharon

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The bed was so soft there was no support. The pillows, which a person usually likes soft were hard. The internet kept cutting out for the tv.

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Service

Owner-operators are frequently described as exceptionally friendly, accommodating, and responsive, handling special requests, late check-ins, and minor issues quickly. Guests often highlight warm hospitality.

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Chris

Feb 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This place was great! I wish there were more of these small little places left. Easy access to the parking lot. Awesome rooms, very clean, had a great shower and a memory foam bed. I believe a husband and wife both live on site and run the place. She was super friendly at check-in. I would highly recommend for anybody.

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Vicki

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Parking was amazing, room was very clean and updated, mattress super comfortable. Check in was easy ,friendly. Felt very safe there. Would be nice to have info on local coffee houses, etc. since there is no breakfast at the motel. Would stay again.

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Amy

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice cute hotel. Staff was nice. Trouble with my payment. Expedia charged me and so did hotel on check in. Staff handled it and got me a refund.

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Benjamin

Oct 15, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice place to stay for a motorcycle weekend driving the Otter Tail Scenic Byway. Owners are friendly and helpful.

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Tammy

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed here after attending a wedding at The Barn in Dunvilla, which is only about 10 minutes away. We called ahead for a late check-in, and they were incredibly accommodating. I highly recommend this place!

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Deirdre

Jul 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Area is under construction but the motel is great! Manager very friendly and place is spotless!!

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Colleen

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely motel. Quiet. Relaxing. All the amenities of home. As coming with heavy rolling cooler, requested parking outside my door. With in minutes of submitting my request, hotel responded, accommodating my request. When arrived was offered assistance with my cooler. Hospitality extraordinaire! Highly recommend.

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Patty

Aug 23, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Owner/managers were very accommodating, meeting small requests cheerfully.

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Molly

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was absolutely lovely to stay in. Me and my significant other were staying here for WE Fest weekend and absolutely loved our time here. When I booked it a year in advance I had some doubts but I was very surprised on how nice it was. Staff were extremely nice. Felt just like staying at home. It was very private and quiet which we loved. Hoping to come back next year and stay here again. 12/10 recommend this wonderful place!

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Tina

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly couple that own the place. Nice and clean sheets.. Comfortable bed. Nice big room for such a nice pri e reasonably priced for a Friday night stay..

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Location

Location suits park and lake visits and is convenient to restaurants and area venues, with a quiet small-town feel. A few noted area road construction and found access slightly tricky at times.

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Mary

Jun 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was close to Maplewood State Park, and they also had good directions to the large Pelican.

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Melodee

Feb 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Property was neat & quiet.

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Douglas

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable ideally located.

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Jerry

Aug 25, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff was very pleasant and helpful. Placed me in a room near the area I could park my truck with the boat attached. Adjacent to some great fishing spots

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Ausra

Oct 12, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This place was very clean for a motel property. It is conveniently located and has calm and pleasant surroundings and environment.

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Tammy

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed here after attending a wedding at The Barn in Dunvilla, which is only about 10 minutes away. We called ahead for a late check-in, and they were incredibly accommodating. I highly recommend this place!

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Mark

Jul 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and comfortable accommodations. Friendly, attentive, and hospitable owner operators. Close to several really good food options and to the beautiful lakes around Pelican Rapids.

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Deirdre

Jul 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Area is under construction but the motel is great! Manager very friendly and place is spotless!!

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Gary

Aug 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice location & good value.

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James

May 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Felt at home after staying at 2 previous hotel driving cross country to Montana. Located in a cute small town too.

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Dining

No breakfast is provided, but guests mention nearby restaurants and good local food options.

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Vicki

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Parking was amazing, room was very clean and updated, mattress super comfortable. Check in was easy ,friendly. Felt very safe there. Would be nice to have info on local coffee houses, etc. since there is no breakfast at the motel. Would stay again.

10

Wenda

Jul 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, friendly staff, great rate, dog friendly, convenient to restaurants.

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Mark

Jul 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and comfortable accommodations. Friendly, attentive, and hospitable owner operators. Close to several really good food options and to the beautiful lakes around Pelican Rapids.

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Pelican Motel

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