Younes Conference Center South - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Viaero Event Center - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
University of Nebraska Kearney - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Classic Car Collection - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
Getting around
Kearney, NE (EAR-Kearney Regional) - 11 min drive
Restaurants
Casey's General Store - 11 min walk
McDonald's - 7 min walk
Cunningham's Journal on The Lake - 13 min walk
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - 7 min walk
Barista's Daily Grind - 16 min walk
About this property
Western Inn South
Motel near Big Apple Fun Center
Located close to Trails and Rails Museum and Viaero Event Center, Western Inn South provides free continental breakfast and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Free self parking
Express check-out, express check-in, and coffee/tea in the lobby
A vending machine, a 24-hour front desk, and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Western Inn South include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
TV in common areas
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator (single-level property)
More
1 floor
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
33-inch TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Limited room service
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Desk
Free local calls
Free long-distance calls
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Western Inn South
Western Inn South Kearney
Western Inn South Motel
Western South Kearney
Western Inn South Kearney
Western Inn South Motel Kearney
Frequently asked questions
Is Western Inn South pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Western Inn South?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Western Inn South?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Western Inn South?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Western Inn South located?
Situated in Kearney, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Big Apple Fun Center and Trails and Rails Museum. Viaero Event Center and University of Nebraska Kearney are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Western Inn South Reviews
Reviews
6.6
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 269 reviews
10 - Excellent
60
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 269 reviews
8 - Good
76
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 269 reviews
6 - Okay
46
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 269 reviews
4 - Poor
38
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 269 reviews
2 - Terrible
49
7.0/10
Cleanliness
6.8/10
Staff & service
5.8/10
Amenities
6.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Reasonably priced, and clean. The king size bed was very comfortable. I recommend this hotel, I drive through Nebraska regularly and will stay there again.
Steve
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
8/10
Nice size room. Clean. No electrical outlets by desk oŕ bed but they could incorporate them with different lamps. B'fast is minimal. Would consider staying here again.
Albert
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Very friendly and efficient staff. We only had a short stay but would come back here next time we are in the area. Thank you!
Reece
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10
The hotel is older but updated and in good condition. I enjoyed that it was close to alot of things and easy to check in. Breakfast was reasonable and everything about the place was honest
Steven
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
8/10
Older facility with nice updates. Quick check in.
Sandy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
2/10
Property owner very condescending and rude
Shelley
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
8/10
It is an older hotel BUT it was very clean & comfortable.
Linda
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
8/10
The property is fine it better than camping. Room looks clean, but towels looked dated. No power outlets for near desk area. Overall, it needs to update.
Wei
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
8/10
We were pleased, clean, friendly, quiet.
DudLee
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
4/10
Older property, very limited options in the room. Night clerk was not friendly and talked on the phone the whole time I was checking in.
Stephanie
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
8/10
Very friendly staff and the bed was super comfortable. Had a really good nights sleep.
Catherine
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
4/10
I felt like it was dirty in the bathroom and gritty floors. There was no volume adjustments to tirn down the television.
Leni
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10
Friendly Staff clean rooms!
Melodie
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
8/10
It was okay for a quick overnight stay.
Ann-Marie
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
10/10
Very clean room, small breakfast just coffee and donuts.
Carolyn
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
10/10
This is my second stay. It is an older facility but very clean & comfy
Linda
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
8/10
It was a nice place to stop at. Had some noisy neighbors but they quoted down early. Would recomend to stay there.
Daniel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
10/10
The staff was extremely friendly and welcoming and ensured we were happy and well taken care of. We left happy and look forward to returning the next time we pass through Kearney.
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
8/10
Older property but basic and comfortable
Andrea
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
8/10
It's a older motel, but they've updated there's no nasty carpet to worry about, it has nice laminate floors. Rooms were clean. Would stay again!
Vickie
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
6/10
The breakfast was minimal...but there is a dunkin donuts nearby
Matt
8/10
Room was nicer than expected despite looking like a trashy cheap motel. Room was clean beds were comfy everything was much nicer inside the room than what you could tell from outside. Pet Friendly would stay again price was fair.
Giana
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
10/10
We we're just looking for aplace to spend the night, and it was safe, friendly, and comfortable. It met our needs.
Lana
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
10/10
The Inn Keeper was very nice, helpful and friendly. Our room had been updated and very clean. The price was great!