Royal Rest Motel
Motel, 2-star137 Grace Ave, Chariton, Iowa, 50049, Chariton, IA, United StatesShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for service, value and food.
9.228Reviews- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.1 out of 10, at 137 Grace Ave, Chariton, Iowa, 50049.
Convenient Amenities and Services With a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities, we've got you covered during your stay. Enjoy the convenience of free self-parking and designated smoking areas.
Comfortable Accommodations Experience comfort in one of our 27 air-conditioned rooms with Smart televisions and complimentary Wi-Fi. Relax in bathrooms featuring rainfall showerheads and make use of our daily housekeeping and rollaway bed options.
Nearby Attractions Explore the area with attractions like Red Haw State Park and Pin Oak Marsh just a 5-minute drive away. Don't miss out on visiting Lucas County Court House and Chariton Lanes within a few miles.
Book your stay at Royal Rest Motel in Chariton and make the most of your visit to these exciting local attractions!
What this place offers
- Free self parking
- Coin laundry on site
- Free WiFi
- 24-hour front desk
- Designated smoking area
- Wheelchair accessible
Rooms
9.2
Top rated
Rated 9.2 out of 10 by 28 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.0
- Service9.5
- Location9.1
- Rooms9.0
- Amenities9.0
- Value9.5
- Food & drink9.2
Guests mention
CleanlinessFriendly StaffGreat ParkingComfortable Beds
Erick or AutumnFor the price point it was perfect, came up for race weekend. Had hot water(i love hot showers) room was clean, staff we did encounter was friendly and parking was great. If we have a need to be back that way will def…
JeffWill stay again
Comfy bed and pillows, microwave, mini fridge, desk with good lighting
SusanNice small and reasonable cost
LutherLarger room than usual for a motel. Clean and quiet.
seanGood: internet, tv, comfortable bed, refrigerator and microwave work well. Good rates. Manager is cordial. Hot water is well available. Clean and quiet area.
Bad: bath tub only allowed shower use. Needs new carpet.
CharlesSimple and quick check in and check out. Quiet, cozy room. My new motel when I'm visiting the area.
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
137 Grace Ave, Chariton, Iowa, 50049, Chariton, IA, United States
Guests rate the location 9.1 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM until 12:00 AM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
No children
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Pets allowed on request; charges may apply
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Pets. Only dogs and cats are allowed
Pets. Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Covid. Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)
Accessibility. No elevators
General. Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Pets. Pets allowed
General. Property is cleaned with disinfectant
General. Professional property host/manager
Sustainability Certifications. Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Pets. Service animals are allowed
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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This motel offers designated smoking areas. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Royal Rest Motel
What time is check-in and check-out at Royal Rest Motel?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Royal Rest Motel allow pets?
Yes — the property states that pets are allowed. Size, number and fee are set by the property rather than by us, so say you're bringing a pet when you book and we'll confirm the terms before anything is charged.
Is there parking at Royal Rest Motel?
Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.
Does Royal Rest Motel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Royal Rest Motel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Royal Rest Motel?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Royal Rest Motel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Royal Rest Motel?
137 Grace Ave, Chariton, Iowa, 50049, Chariton, IA.
Other places we book in Chariton
Nothing to do with the booking above. The same market, priced the same way, for if this one is not it.