Motel 6 Opelika, AL
1102 Columbus Pkwy, Opelika, AL 36801, Auburn, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.9 / 5
Overview
Motel 6 Opelika, AL is a 3-star property in the Auburn–Opelika area, located at 1102 Columbus Pkwy, Opelika, AL 36801. It holds a public rating of 3.9 based on 209 reviews, with guest feedback frequently focusing on value and a straightforward place to rest.
Location & Nearby Things to Do
The motel sits a short drive from several Opelika and Auburn points of interest, including the Museum of East Alabama (about 2.7 km away) and the Salem-Shotwell Covered Bridge (about 3.3 km away). Outdoor options are close by, such as Spring Villa Park (about 7.4 km), Wood Duck Nature Preserve (about 7.7 km), and Chewacla State Park (about 15.4 km), with Chewacla State Park Lake a bit farther (about 16.2 km). Golfers can reach the RTJ Golf Trail at Grand National (about 7.9 km), while Auburn University attractions like the Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art (about 14.0 km) and the Donald E. Davis Arboretum (about 13.6 km) are also within driving distance.
Guest Experience Notes
Reviews commonly highlight clean rooms and friendly, helpful staff interactions. Guests also mention the motel as a practical, good-priced stop for an overnight stay. A smaller set of feedback points to inconsistency in management as an area that could affect the experience.
Best for
This motel is best suited to budget-minded travelers looking for a simple place to sleep in the Auburn–Opelika area, with reviews frequently noting good value. It also fits visitors planning to spend most of their time out exploring nearby parks, museums, and golf—such as RTJ Golf Trail at Grand National and Chewacla State Park—rather than relying on documented on-site amenities.
Travel tips
If you’re visiting Auburn University-related attractions, plan on driving: the Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art is roughly 14 km away and the Donald E. Davis Arboretum is about 13.6 km away. For close-by local outings, the Museum of East Alabama is around 2.7 km away, and several parks (Municipal Park and City Park/Monkey Park) are about 3–3.5 km from the property. Outdoor day trips are easy to plan from here, with Spring Villa Park and the RTJ Golf Trail at Grand National both within roughly 7–8 km.
What guests say
Guest feedback most often points to clean rooms and notably friendly, helpful staff. Reviews also characterize the property as a practical stop with good pricing for a simple overnight rest. Service experiences can stand out positively, including staff assistance with stay logistics. A less common theme is that management quality may feel inconsistent to some guests.
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