Jailhouse Motel & Casino

Jailhouse Motel & Casino

Pork Ribs with double veggies and beans
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The newest cleanest part was the old cigarette machine
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Our 2nd Anniversary Dinner Table in Cell #2
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3.5
#3 of 8 motels in Ely
Location
4.1
Cleanliness
4.0
Service
3.7
Value
3.7

Welcome to Jailhouse Motel & Casino, your Ely “home away from home.” Jailhouse Motel & Casino aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year.

The rooms offer a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and air conditioning, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease.

Jailhouse Motel & Casino features a 24 hour front desk, newspaper, and express check-in and check-out. In addition, as a valued Jailhouse Motel & Casino guest, you can enjoy a fitness center and a lounge that are available on-site. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking.

While in Ely be sure to experience local ribs favorites at Cell Block Steak House or Silver State Restaurant.

Looking for something to do in Ely? Ely Renaissance Village (0.1 mi), Central Theatre (0.5 mi), and Ely Cemetary (0.8 mi) are some popular attractions that are within walking distance of Jailhouse Hotel.

Jailhouse Motel & Casino puts the best of Ely at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Casino and Gambling
Hiking
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Meeting rooms
Wifi
Restaurant
Vending machine
Newspaper
ATM on site
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Private check-in / check-out
Room features
Air conditioning
Desk
Seating area
Telephone
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
Star ratings are intended to indicate the general level of features, amenities, and services to expect. This property is classified according to Giata.
3.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Classic
Quirky Hotels
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish

Location

211 5th St, Ely, NV 89301-1581
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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Grade: 62 out of 100
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dedwards1969 wrote a review Sep 2023
Reno, Nevada
4.0 of 5 bubbles
I was advised to book in the West wing, and I was glad I did. My room was nice, clean, comfy. No complaints. I was on the 2nd floor and was thankful for the elevator. The check-in counter is in the casino, so be prepared for some smoke, but no hint of smoke in my room. There was a fridge, coffee maker, tv, etc. No microwave in my room, but there was one downstairs in the lobby'ish area. I didn't have need for one, so that was good. The doors to the west wing are all keyed, so only guests could enter. All in all, I was surprised at how nice it was.
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Date of stay: September 2023
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Book west wing if you don't like smoke.
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dedwards1969 wrote a review Jun 2024
Reno, Nevada
4.0 of 5 bubbles
I was advised to book in the West wing, and I was glad I did. My room was nice, clean, comfy. No complaints. I was on the 2nd floor and was thankful for the elevator. The check-in counter is in the casino, so be prepared for some smoke, but no hint of smoke in my room. There was a fridge, coffee maker, tv, etc. No microwave in my room, but there was one downstairs in the lobby'ish area. I didn't have need for one, so that was good. The doors to the west wing are all keyed, so only guests could enter. All in all, I was surprised at how nice it was.
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Date of stay: September 2023
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Sally Thoe Downs wrote a review Jun 2022
Albuquerque, New Mexico
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Really great fun jailhouse theme throughout restaurant with seating set up in individual jail cells complete with bars. Historical jail themed items adorn the walls adding to the ambiance. The Pork Ribs was absolutely amazing! Terrific glaze and cooked perfectly. The Lemon Pepper Chicken was exceptional. A great meal at reasonable prices in a fun setting. Its a win win!
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Date of stay: June 2022
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
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HersheyDee23 wrote a review Jul 2021
1.0 of 5 bubbles
My husband and I checked in at midnight, took the clerk about 15 minutes to check us in, no greeting or anything. We had to drag our heavy suitcase up the stairs as there is no elevator. We were blasted with icy air from the ac upon entering, the room thermostat indicated 62 degrees. The carpet was uneven, felt oily or dirty. The tiny tv screen gave out snowy images as the cable reception was poor on every channel. The tv remote was sticky to touch - ick!! The shower head needs replacement as the water came out splotchy. The shower water tasted like rusty old pipes. The sheets on the box spring were dirty and made my husband’s back itchy. The chairs were old and stained. If we weren’t so tired, we would have slept in our car rather than stay at this motel. Avoid it like the plague!
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Date of stay: July 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Sue T wrote a review Jul 2020
Henderson, Nevada
2.0 of 5 bubbles
We stayed 2 nights, 1st floor in room 122..carpet very dirty, needs replacement. but housekeepers do a great job with what they have. Noisy with cars pulling out at 530 am. BUT I went to get ice and machine was not working in my building, so there was a sign that said go to lobby near front desk to get ice. Went back to my room and my key did not work. Now I have nothing on me, as I am locked out of my room. I walk in the door near registration and the clerk yells at me as I'm walking in-- "YOU have to wear a mask in here" very rudely. I said "you have masks behind the counter (as they keep them at the front desk as I had seen the day before". She said "Are YOU a player here?".I said "I am STAYING here." She whips out a mask and puts it on the counter-very curtly. I put on the mask, explained I have nothing on me, I am locked out of my room. She doesn't apologize for MY inconvenience of the key not working or say she understood why I may not have a mask on me. NO customer service, just explained she made me a new key. I walked away really ticked off and I will never stay here again. Front desk clerk, late afternoon on 7/14/2020. If they want people to return, they better think how they are going to treat their guests, but I will go somewhere else next time I am in Ely.
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Date of stay: July 2020
2.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
2.0 of 5 bubblesService
2.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
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Maps801811 wrote a review Jun 2022
2.0 of 5 bubbles
My husband and I had dinner in the Cellblock Steakhouse at the Jailhouse Motel & Casino. He had the ribeye which was very good but I chose the prime rib and it was terrible. It was 1/2 fat and there was so much gristle I couldn't swallow one piece. When I mentioned it to the waitress she said prime rib is 'notorious' for this and that is not true at all. The meal was very expensive and not worth it at all.
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Date of stay: June 2022
2.0 of 5 bubblesValue
3.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
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Curious55063087006 wrote a review Jun 2024
1.0 of 5 bubbles
The place is old but clean. Check-in was easy. Located at the west end of town. BUT… the first room I was given had no window to the outdoors and was hot and stuffy inside. It had some sort of stand-alone cooler vented into the hallway but did not seem to cool anything, even though set to 62 degrees. The next room I was given was a “pet allowed” room. Again, clean and WITH a window that sort of opened. BUT… NO HOT WATER!

I won’t be staying here again.
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Date of stay: June 2024Trip type: Traveled solo
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KAWrn wrote a review Jul 2024
Mesa, Arizona
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Horrible. Do not stay here. Front desk snarky and less than helpful. Internet does not work or has slower than dial up connection. TV doesn’t even have Olympics. Restaurant under new management and horrible food for very high price. Will never recommend or stay in the future
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Date of stay: July 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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24741 wrote a review Jun 2024
Creve Coeur, Missouri
2.0 of 5 bubbles
We stayed here in June 2024. The room we stayed in took 10 minutes to get hot water from the faucet. The mattress was the worst one I have ever had in a motel, and over all the room was worn out looking. No laundry or ice machine. Don’t stay here if you have a choice.
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Date of stay: June 2024Trip type: Traveled with family
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CanyonlandsHiker wrote a review Oct 2022
Selah, Washington
3.0 of 5 bubbles
This is the second time we have been to this restaurant and the first time was better. You eat inside a prison cell, which is fun, but the food wasn’t great.

My steak was overdone and so was my wife’s salmon. The baked beans were bland. Homemade blue cheese dressing was good. Service was also good.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Answer from ElyTraveler
Ely, NV1 contribution
There are some chairs in some of the rooms, but no recliners. Sorry.
Answer from ElyTraveler
Ely, NV1 contribution
No, sorry. The closest public laundry is about 3 miles away.
dedwards1969 wrote a tip Sep 2023
Reno, Nevada64 contributions11 helpful votes
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"Book west wing if you don't like smoke. "
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April E wrote a tip Sep 2021
1 contribution3 helpful votes
1.0 of 5 bubbles
"Do not do it!"
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MrBill W wrote a tip Jun 2019
Nampa, Idaho600 contributions145 helpful votes
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"We only ate in the restaurant."
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ParFaye2013 wrote a tip Apr 2019
Osoyoos, Canada6 contributions3 helpful votes
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"Non-smoking and pet-friendly rooms ground level so easy access."
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Trudy T wrote a tip Sep 2018
Lake Havasu City, Arizona17 contributions5 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"We was on the bottom floor. Close to casino, lounge and restaurant but far enough away we couldn't hear anything."
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PRICE RANGE
$73 - $91 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
jailhouse motel and casino, jailhouse hotel ely
LOCATION
United StatesNevadaEly
NUMBER OF ROOMS
60
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JAILHOUSE MOTEL & CASINO - Updated 2024

Frequently Asked Questions about Jailhouse Motel & Casino
Which popular attractions are close to Jailhouse Motel & Casino?
Nearby attractions include Ely Renaissance Village (0.1 miles), Jailhouse Casino (0.06 miles), and Corner Tracks Saloon & Stage (0.08 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Jailhouse Motel & Casino?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at Jailhouse Motel & Casino?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Jailhouse Motel & Casino?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Jailhouse Motel & Casino?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Jailhouse Motel & Casino?
Conveniently located restaurants include Racks Bar and Grill, Cell Block Steak House, and Economy Drug and Soda Fountain.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Jailhouse Motel & Casino?
Yes, guests have access to a fitness center during their stay.
Is Jailhouse Motel & Casino located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.1 miles away from the center of Ely.
Are pets allowed at Jailhouse Motel & Casino?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Jailhouse Motel & Casino?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Is Jailhouse Motel & Casino accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.
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