The Shades Motel offers a tranquil escape in Lobdell/Woodale where nature surrounds visitors. Travelers stay connected with WiFi while enjoying practical amenities like laundry facilities. The garden areas provide quiet spaces to unwind after exploring the area.
Baton Rouge is home to The Shades Motel. The Old Governor's Mansion and Old State Capitol are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Independence Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tiger Stadium or Forest Community Park Tennis Center. Visit our Baton Rouge travel guide
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Grab bar near toilet
Low-height counter and sink
No elevator
Raised toilet seat
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Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Towels provided
Entertainment
24-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Microwave
Refrigerator
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Air conditioning
Desk
Fan
Free local calls
Heating
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Shades Motel Baton Rouge
Shades Motel
Shades Baton Rouge
The Shades Motel Motel
The Shades Motel Baton Rouge
The Shades Motel Motel Baton Rouge
Frequently asked questions
Is The Shades Motel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Shades Motel?
As of 7 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Shades Motel on 8 March 2026 start from AED 281, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Shades Motel?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at The Shades Motel?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is The Shades Motel located?
Situated in Baton Rouge, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Circle Bowl, Bon Carre Business Center, and Independence Park. Independence Botanical Gardens and Howell Community Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Shades Motel Reviews
7.8
Good
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Staff was quick and efficient with check in and when I called the desk for assistance. Room was very clean and fantastic looking
Ronald
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Maria
22 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
It was very clean & comfortable. My only complaint was that there were no electrical plugs in the bathroom, which was very clean.
Maria
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
6/10 Okay
Emiliano
27 October 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Good motel. Does not compare to a hotel though.
Their high rating should not be compared against a hotel’s high rating. This is a good motel for quick business but not for a family trip. Room had an extremely strong smell of smoke. The staff was friendly and attentive but this is definitely not where you’d want your family/kids to stay. Perfectly fine for business travel or quick travel stop for a night. Decently clean. Well lit at night but “crowd” did not give you the safest feeling. It is BR after all. Felt happy that they had an armed security guard there though. He was very kind.
Tried this motel when my usual place was booked and others were expensive for LSU homecoming. Family run, they are friendly and seem to take pride in the property. Just one driveway in and out that goes by the front office, so felt secure. Arrived back from football game after midnight and was happy to see it well-lit, with a bright light above each door. Room furniture is dated but the bed and pillows were very comfortable. Very clean room. Only insect I saw was a harmless caterpillar in the bathroom. Had a fridge and microwave and good tv. After leaving my room, I saw housekeeping immediately enter and remove all my bedding, so can confirm it gets washed between guests. Overall, not fancy by any stretch, but had everything I needed at a very good price.
Room was clean but the ac had a musty smell. Bathroom and floors were very clean. For an older hotel it was very nice. Quiet area parking was easy. Nice and quiet alsi
This place... you can stay there. Great name. Real cool. Very "corey hart". Staff was very friendly and the rooms were clean. It aint the ritz but, nice, spacious, with optional kitchenette rooms that have full stove and full size fridge.
Genuinely a nice place to stay, especially for the price point.
Nothing major to complain about.
People leave you alone.
If you get a room with a kitchenette, they are super handy. Especially, to keep leftovers or to store groceries.
The internet is decent.
Overall a 8/10.
There was a smell but I think that is from the cleaners they use or that previous tenants have smoked and that is hard to clean/get out of the walls.
Sydney
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
2/10 Terrible
Audrey
10 July 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Saturday i ask the maid for some clean towels. She left the the female owner. Came back to the room and close the door no clean towels. Sunday check out was at eleven o'clock. 10:10 the female owner didn't knock open the door told me it was check out. I told her it wasn't eleven plus i was waiting on my car to come. And it was 10:16 a.m. and she took the key. Its wasn't nice at all. Plus i made my reservation it to paid when i made there Friday. They had already changed Friday on my card before i got there. Then i had two paid the second day before i got the key it was $97 and some changes but gave 100.00 and never got back the 2.80. Will never go back there again. Was going to make reservation for September while i was there but treatment no way.
It was the last motel available in the B.R city area (so many graduations at one time!) so I took it. The alternative was to set up 15 miles E or W of BR. Downside was low economic area; and noisy people in the motel Saturday night,
This was the worymotel I have ever stayed in my entire life. I have never seen a motel without coat hangers and this was the case here. Never ever will stay in such a terrible place. You should have warned me. I find your system to be guilty more than the motel.
There was no iron or ironing board to press my clothes so that’s the number one no no for me... Bed was not comfortable at all and the air unit was loud out of the ordinary.
This was one of the worst experiences I've ever had at a motel I stay in motels close to 300 days a year because I travel for work. The lights in the bathroom didn't work and as I was showering the shower curtain rod fell off and I had to catch it. I laid down to go to sleep and people started barbecuing and partying in the parking lot outside my door. I called the office five times from 10 to 3 in the morning trying to get help in quieting them down. The next morning when I spoke to the manager about the problem he called me a liar and told me none of that happened wow.
Jason
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
6/10 Okay
Ray
12 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean hotel
Service good
But shady characters staying there
Nice place , operated by Nice People. Room was well decorated and even used the grill to cook some steaks. Definitely recommend staying here if in the area