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HOTEL STYLE
Mid-range
Languages Spoken
English
Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Bar / lounge
Game room
Golf course
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Airport transportation
Parking
Wifi
Restaurant
Snack bar
Vending machine
Billiards
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ATM on site
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Self-serve laundry
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Air conditioning
Desk
Interconnected rooms available
Telephone
Coffee / tea maker
Microwave
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Iron
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Refrigerator
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Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Location
310 4th Ave SE, Lakota, ND 58344-7001
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Devils Lake Airport
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Rooms reasonably clean. Lobby was dirty. Would not have chosen this place but it was the closest to where my grandson lived that had a vacancy. Bar noisy. Older not updated hotel. For $140, barely, maybe?, worth the value.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Room Tip: Hotel older, not updated, but room seemed reasonably clean.
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The hotel might only be a 3, albeit a high three, but the friendly service raises it a notch. The room was very clean with fairly new (and clean) carpet in the room and hallways. The bathroom was nice--no problems. We are big on morning coffee and there was no coffee maker, but a trip to the attached restaurant got our coffee mugs filled free of charge. No hair dryer in the room, but they provide them at the front desk. The beds were a bit on the hard side, but they passed the bed bug inspection.
This is a cinderblock building and it appears there has been some recent renovations, to include texturing the walls. The texture didn't work well on the outer block wall. Nothing really wrong, just doesn't look very good. Also,the lounge is not smoke free and the cigarette smell will filter into the hallway in the area closest to the bar. Not a problem for us, but a smoke sensitive person might want to get a room at the other end of the building.
We were on a fishing trip to nearby Stump Lake. The catch was pretty meager, but the manager on duty went out of his way to make sure the cleaning shed was open and ready for us to take care of the ones we did have.
We had two breakfasts and a dinner in the attached restuarant. Clean rooms, good food and friendly service--we liked it.
This is a cinderblock building and it appears there has been some recent renovations, to include texturing the walls. The texture didn't work well on the outer block wall. Nothing really wrong, just doesn't look very good. Also,the lounge is not smoke free and the cigarette smell will filter into the hallway in the area closest to the bar. Not a problem for us, but a smoke sensitive person might want to get a room at the other end of the building.
We were on a fishing trip to nearby Stump Lake. The catch was pretty meager, but the manager on duty went out of his way to make sure the cleaning shed was open and ready for us to take care of the ones we did have.
We had two breakfasts and a dinner in the attached restuarant. Clean rooms, good food and friendly service--we liked it.
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Date of stay: September 2011Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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I know this will sound funny, but my bed was among the most comfortable of any hotel I've stayed at. The rooms have been nicely refurbished and although modest, they far exceeded my expectations. The food was good and certainly reasonably priced. I loved the breakfast especially the homemade carmel rolls. The staff was friendly which is always a plus. All and all certainly worth the price.
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Date of stay: July 2013Trip type: Traveled with family
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If I could get a 0 star, I would. This place smells of mildew & mold, the front desk worker looked strung out on some sort of drugs, the bartenders don't seem to know how to make the simplest cocktails and about the only good upside was the decent food.
The second I walked into the building I got nauseous, but I thought I might have been a funky food smell so I decided to stay a bit. I asked the front desk lady and she didn't seem to know how much a room was! She was obviously on something, and I don't seem to understand why she is employed there if she wasn't trained in right! I just decided to try to book a room online somewhere else, but I went to get something eat before I left.
The "Bar Manager" (as he called himself) didn't seem very helpful since he was outside smoking pretty much the whole time I was there, so I go help from the other bartender. The food was decent, but honestly I feel bad for the cooks, they should use their talents elsewhere! I wanted to talk to the manager, but someone in the bar told me the manager just hired whoever and wasn't here enough to care, so I shouldn't really bother. I left shortly after being told that. Please don't waste your time and just go a bit further to a hotel in devils lake that at least has a pool, that is preferable not from the roof!
The second I walked into the building I got nauseous, but I thought I might have been a funky food smell so I decided to stay a bit. I asked the front desk lady and she didn't seem to know how much a room was! She was obviously on something, and I don't seem to understand why she is employed there if she wasn't trained in right! I just decided to try to book a room online somewhere else, but I went to get something eat before I left.
The "Bar Manager" (as he called himself) didn't seem very helpful since he was outside smoking pretty much the whole time I was there, so I go help from the other bartender. The food was decent, but honestly I feel bad for the cooks, they should use their talents elsewhere! I wanted to talk to the manager, but someone in the bar told me the manager just hired whoever and wasn't here enough to care, so I shouldn't really bother. I left shortly after being told that. Please don't waste your time and just go a bit further to a hotel in devils lake that at least has a pool, that is preferable not from the roof!
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Date of stay: May 2024Trip type: Traveled solo
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I get that help is hard to find. And I get that off-brand motels that run half-full or less have skinny profit margins. But it's not acceptable to smell mildew when you enter the room (and all the way down the hall to the room). It's not OK to find a used towel hanging on the shower rod, and a used bathmat disheveled over the bathtub rim, and a used bar of soap in the shower stall itself. We chose not to shower on that night.
The remote entrance doors should be locked overnight (with key access), but they are not.
The upside of the place was a decent bar that served a decent burger and that was staffed by nice folks.
The remote entrance doors should be locked overnight (with key access), but they are not.
The upside of the place was a decent bar that served a decent burger and that was staffed by nice folks.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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We were travelling checking hotels and found the Sun Lac Inn in Devil’s Lake. We read the positive Reviews and even had a Steak house in mind. We booked it online. When we arrived, I found I inadvertently booked the Inn in Lakota- a 35 minute ride. When we arrived, the parking lot was messy. The hotel looked run down. The entrance carpet was worn and ragged.
The desk clerk was slovenly and his living area was unkempt. He was not cheery. We had prepaid the room so…..
The bed was clean and comfortable. The room Itself wasn’t bad although the hallway and room were musty. There was an oversized toilet seat on toilet and the base of the toilet was leaking thus the bathroom carpet was soaked. The restaurant was closed so we found a pub around the corner. We did stay because it had been a long day and we were tired.
In the morning, tried to get coffees to go. The day clerk was having breakfast in the restaurant. The cook wandered into the kitchen and 10 minutes later, had not reappeared so we left. Would not stay here again.
The desk clerk was slovenly and his living area was unkempt. He was not cheery. We had prepaid the room so…..
The bed was clean and comfortable. The room Itself wasn’t bad although the hallway and room were musty. There was an oversized toilet seat on toilet and the base of the toilet was leaking thus the bathroom carpet was soaked. The restaurant was closed so we found a pub around the corner. We did stay because it had been a long day and we were tired.
In the morning, tried to get coffees to go. The day clerk was having breakfast in the restaurant. The cook wandered into the kitchen and 10 minutes later, had not reappeared so we left. Would not stay here again.
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Date of stay: July 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Make sure you book the SunLac Inn in Devil’s Lake, NOT Lakota
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At first glance this seemed to be a nice little place to stay, on site dining, flat screen tv,
pet friendly, and roomy too.
On to second glance: we could not close the window curtains completely as there was a missing slate, oh well a gal came and hepled us obtain as much privacy as possible with broken shade. Bulb in the bedside lamp was burned out. So tired, so went to bed and decided to grab a quick shower in the morning. When I tried to get my morning shower I pulled on the knob too start the water and it came off in my hand. No water! So, no shower, no time to report it . I figured they would find out about the none working shower when they cleaned room again. Payed $71.00 for the same kind of conditions I camp under for $20.00 a night.
pet friendly, and roomy too.
On to second glance: we could not close the window curtains completely as there was a missing slate, oh well a gal came and hepled us obtain as much privacy as possible with broken shade. Bulb in the bedside lamp was burned out. So tired, so went to bed and decided to grab a quick shower in the morning. When I tried to get my morning shower I pulled on the knob too start the water and it came off in my hand. No water! So, no shower, no time to report it . I figured they would find out about the none working shower when they cleaned room again. Payed $71.00 for the same kind of conditions I camp under for $20.00 a night.
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Date of stay: October 2010Trip type: Traveled on business
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Response from pickmetj, Owner at Sunlac Inn
Responded Mar 17, 2011
I am sorry to hear about your stay not being up to par and apologize for the staff not catching these details. The SunLac Inn has a full-time maintenance staff on hand and would have responded immediately if we would have known there was a problem, or at least transfered you to another room. Once again, I apologize and can be assured the problems were fixed the next day.
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Restaurant there had good food. Reasonably priced .They cooked the hashbrowns just the way we like them crispy.. What a plus. Great coffee service was good. Happy staff. You have to watch for it along us2 we didn't see it.
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Date of stay: July 2015Trip type: Traveled with friends
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We stayed at this motel driving through North Dakota. Upon entering the Motel there was a very strong cat urine odor in the lobby and down the hall. Our room did not smell like it, thank God!! It is pretty run down but I've stayed in worse!!
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Date of stay: June 2015Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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I choose this hotel because it was close to my final destination. Location is right off the highway which made it very convenient. The hotel service was nice and I was impressed at the rooms themselves. My room was worth the money I spent. You are able to tell they are newly remodeled and were clean. New bedspreads that made me much more comfortable, the old school flower spreads just scare me! The room also has Flat screen TV's plus a fridge and microwave. Beds were great and my breakfast was good. I highly suggest the homemade caramel rolls....Amazing!
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Date of stay: April 2013Trip type: Traveled on business
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PRICE RANGE
$85 - $95 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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United StatesNorth DakotaLakota
NUMBER OF ROOMS
40
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sunlac Inn
Which popular attractions are close to Sunlac Inn?
Nearby attractions include St. Mary's Catholic Church (0.6 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Sunlac Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at Sunlac Inn?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a refrigerator, and a desk.
What food & drink options are available at Sunlac Inn?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and a snack bar during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Sunlac Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include Dairy Queen, Elaine's House of Dreams, and Lakes Restaurant & Bar.
Does Sunlac Inn have airport transportation?
Yes, Sunlac Inn offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Sunlac Inn located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.5 miles away from the center of Lakota.
Are any cleaning services offered at Sunlac Inn?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Are pets allowed at Sunlac Inn?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.