Mountain Empire Motel
1537 S Shady St, Mountain City, TN 37683-2013
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#2 of 2 hotels in Mountain City
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Mountain Empire Motel is an excellent choice for travellers visiting Mountain City, offering a budget friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay.
Mountain Empire Motel offers guests an array of room amenities including air conditioning, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available.
The motel offers room service, to make your visit even more pleasant. The property also features a pool. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking.
If you’re looking for a Mexican restaurant, consider a visit to Poblanos Mexican Grill, which is not far from Mountain Empire Motel.
If you are interested in exploring Mountain City, check out a park, such as Ralph Stout Park.
Enjoy your stay in Mountain City!
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Free parking
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1537 S Shady St, Mountain City, TN 37683-2013
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It was really affordable and the staff was friendly. Theres amazing mountain views and it gave me a good place to relax and get away from everything. There's a place right next door too so I liked it.
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Date of stay: May 2018Trip type: Travelled on business
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Would not recommend! My partner and I noticed that there were tics on the beds right before going to sleep. It was disgusting. We killed the ones we saw, but more kept coming. We ended up sleeping in the car.
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Date of stay: July 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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This place is the worst I have seen. Surprised it is allowed to operate. Nasty!! Stains on everything. Mold and mildew in the bathroom. I am glad I had my trusty travel Lysol spray. Doors didn't even have security locks, Everything is run down, old and in desperate need of repair.
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Date of stay: September 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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This place was filthy with stains on sheets and bed spread. Nasty. Saw 2 roaches on arrival to room. Two women with all their belongings piled in clothes baskets hanging out in front of a room. Another room had several male visitors in a short period of time. Hmmm. We got the heck out of there without even getting our money back. Beware.
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Date of stay: September 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I wish I had read these reviews first, but I was desperate for a place to stay on a holiday weekend! When I arrived, I was told the rate was $58, not the $48 I was quoted on the phone. It was a holiday weekend (Independence Day weekend), and I felt stuck with staying here … but I did insist that the rate was $48, and since that was the rate on the website, I prevailed on that one point once I pulled it up on my cell phone. But I should have walked out then … I have never stayed in a a motel room with such disgusting conditions – for a start, the room stank of mold and stale cigarettes – it was a non-smoking room, but I doubt the drapes or anything else was changed since it was a smoking room. Every wall was appallingly in need of paint, there was mold growing everywhere, including on the glass of a hung picture. There were burn holes in the blanket, the towels were extremely dingy, though they were once white – and some of them had holes in them, too. I had foolishly paid before inspecting the room – and I had tried to get reservations at several other places before finding availability and I was sure that walking out meant driving home and missing the festival I had come to attend. Garbage was piled up under the stairs and not completely sealed by any means (see photos) … water damage everywhere explains the mold. I did insist on moving to another room the next day, but that one, while less stinky, was just as yucky … and a roach in the morning didn’t make it any more pleasant, even if it was dead. Everywhere were signs of neglect – missing light bulbs, for example, blackout curtains in shreds. On the plus side, the linens seemed to be clean and I didn’t bring home any bed bugs.…
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Date of stay: July 2016Trip type: Travelled solo
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Room Tip: Look before you stay ...
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I'm handicap so my wife check us in the first room the tiles were falling off the walls and it had mold and mildew. The second room was betty but the carpet was gross looking the old tv on the floor the mattress was so uncomfortable I couldn't wait to get out the next morning.
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Date of stay: June 2016Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip: find a room in another motel.
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I have stayed at the hotel many times in years past but stop using it due to run down state and lack of care. It was owned by a local man for many years and he had a restaurant next door. When he retired, the hotel has changed hands many times and the restaurant closed. It is sad to see the changes over the years. I would not want to stay now. it appears that they rent long term to folks
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Date of stay: May 2015Trip type: Travelled with family
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I have stayed at this hotel in the past & do not remember it being as awful as it has apparently become. I need to warn travelers about what they're getting into. The room was disgusting! I was sure to let the proprietor know this as I left. We decided not to take a shower due to the large amount of mold around the tub, the fact that I needed to go & ask for new towels & wash cloths because the ones left appeared dirty & the fact that the bathroom smelled of urine. I wish that I had looked at the room in total before paying to stay there. Now, that is the bathroom. The main room... my partner's actual bed was full of stains, the carpet had burn marks all over it, the upholstery on the chairs was obviously dirty, I had stains on my pillow case & the walls had spots all over them. That is just a few of the things. I definitely will not be staying there again unless there is an obvious overhaul to the property. The good thing? For this price, there was a refrigerator in the room. That is the only thing that was pleasing.…
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Date of stay: September 2015Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Room Tip: I am not sure if all of their rooms are disgusting. I'd look at it before paying for it.
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Paid $54 a night passing through. I was grateful for the cheap rate in a little place that only has this as a place to stay. As for the room? It's old, not very clean and the wifi is sketchy at best. It appears the motel is used for workers on the road and weekly rates for the methies. It did in a pinch.
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Date of stay: August 2015Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Stayed here with my husband during a weekend getaway. The room was comfortable and clean and the town very peaceful. The owners were very nice and helpful. Much better than staying in crowded and noisy Boone but yet close enough to drive. Will definitely come back to this beautiful town.
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Date of stay: August 2014Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip: Easily accessible as it is located on the main road of this quaint little town.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mountain Empire Motel
Which popular attractions are close to Mountain Empire Motel?
Nearby attractions include Ralph Stout Park (2.0 km), Doe Mountain Recreation Area (4.0 km), and Mountain View Nursery (0.7 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Mountain Empire Motel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and free parking.
Is parking available at Mountain Empire Motel?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Mountain Empire Motel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Suba's, Mike's Bar-B-Q & Sub Shop, and Farmers Barbeque & Grill.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Mountain Empire Motel?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.