Motel Royal
1709 Shelby Rd, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, Bessemer City, United States
Guest rating: 3.5 / 5
Overview
Motel Royal is a motel-style property serving the Kings Mountain area from 1709 Shelby Rd, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 (listed under Bessemer City, United States). Its public guest rating is 3.5/5 based on 64 reviews. Star class and on-site amenities are not documented in the available source data.
Location & Nearby Sights
The motel sits within a short drive of several local attractions, including Kings Mountain Gateway Trail (about 3.0 km) and Kings Mountain Patriot Park (about 3.3 km). Cultural and historical stops nearby include Kings Mountain Historical Museum (about 3.6 km) and Kings Mountain National Military Park (about 10.9 km), plus the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail (about 11.3 km). For outdoor time, Crowders Mountain State Park is roughly 7.4 km away and Kings Mountain State Park is about 10.4 km away.
Recreation in the Area
Outdoor options near the property include Crowders Mountain (about 9.6 km) and King’s Pinnacle (about 7.2 km), along with lake-focused outings at Moss Lake (about 8.0 km) and John H. Moss Lake Recreation Park (about 8.1 km). Additional points of interest include The International Lineman’s Museum (about 9.3 km) and Earl Scruggs Center (about 15.5 km). For gaming and entertainment, Catawba Two Kings Casino is approximately 4.2 km away.
What’s Known About Rooms & Service
While room features are not documented, guest feedback commonly mentions good pricing and positive interactions with staff/management. Cleanliness is a repeated theme in multiple reviews, though at least one review raises a serious cleanliness/safety complaint regarding pests. With limited published property details, expectations are best set by reviewing recent guest feedback before arrival.
Best for
Motel Royal best fits budget-minded travelers who want a simple base near Kings Mountain attractions, including the Kings Mountain Gateway Trail (~3.0 km) and Catawba Two Kings Casino (~4.2 km). It can also suit outdoor-focused visitors planning day trips to Crowders Mountain State Park (~7.4 km) and nearby parks and trails.
Travel tips
Use the Kings Mountain Historical Museum (~3.6 km) or Kings Mountain Gateway Trail (~3.0 km) as easy navigation anchors when driving to and from the property. If you’re visiting multiple parks (Crowders Mountain State Park ~7.4 km; Kings Mountain State Park ~10.4 km; Kings Mountain National Military Park ~10.9 km), plan for short drives between sites rather than expecting walkable access. Because amenities aren’t documented, consider confirming any must-haves directly with the motel before arrival.
What guests say
Reviews frequently highlight value for money, with guests describing the rates as a strong point. Staff and management are also mentioned positively, with comments about friendly service. Cleanliness is a recurring topic, including multiple remarks praising very clean rooms. However, at least one review alleges a serious cleanliness/pest issue, indicating inconsistent experiences reported by guests.
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