Best Western Lee's Motor Inn

Okay I admit it, I’m a city dweller. I’m used to lodging that is impeccable, modern, and clean beyond clean and that’s just for mid-scale hotels. So for my first trip to South Dakota in decades, the first place I pick to stay in was here. And I think this was on the higher end for most lodges in the state. So much potential for this place, close walk to a downtown, right on the Missouri River, nice retro motor lodge feel….and you know what maybe the standards and expectations people in the state have are fine. I mean it is fairly clean (except for the hair and dirt I found on the bath mat)…but the 1950s styles AC, the stuffy and damp hallway (had an interior room), the tininess of the room (so small!), the empty toilet paper roll (hey I’m not looking for it to be nicely folded, but could you at least check to make sure I have toilet paper????), the flies in the room (is that normal?), The breakfast area was not grab and go (which is surreal and decidedly retro and not cool in this COVID era). The pool was interesting-separate “seasonal” building and it was okay. Staff were nice but not bend over backward nice. About half the cars in the lot had boats attached. With the mounted deer head in the lobby, I knew I was in a rustic state and lodge….and again, for a rustic like lodge, I think this would be fine and actually really nice for a few beer guzzling hunters or fisherman looking for fun. But for a family? Meh. Again, I’m comparing this to hotels in other states…I have a feeling that South Dakota standards are just a little different. If I was back out this way, would I stay here again? Maybe if I got an outside room. Trip Advisor rates it as #1 in the community based on user reviews, which wouldn't surprise me. less

I travelled with my English Mastiff and they had everything I needed. Sofie was happy to answer all my questions and even got me new key cards when mine blew away. Oh, and there is a beach off the lake nearby the hotel! less

I like this property! After being disillusioned with Mitchell I decided to try Chamberlain. This hotel was the perfect choice and I have stayed here a few times.  The hotel is located downtown so there is access to food and fuel and it is just a short walk from the Missouri River. I actually walked and saw a bit of the town, there are several attractions close by.The rooms are comfortable and clean and I can count on a good night's sleep. I appreciate the fluffy towels and that the bathroom is separate from the room. They do take the Cats for a fee which is the deal maker. The exterior room entrances make it easy to unload and load the car. The staff is friendly and accommodating and I was impressed that Karen at the desk remembers me. On this June visit the inside pool and hot tub were opened. less

Excellent place to stay. Very accommodating. 4th stay in 12 months. Will be back. Friendly check in. Do very well at finding out what you need at reservation time. Overall satisfied and all six of us enjoyed our trip. less

Right next to the river, at an excellent location, sits this outdated hotel. The hotel is very outdated. Cleanliness is appreciated even in the corners. On a cold night the heating is very insufficient. This review is for the second floor. Don't know what the first floor is like. less