Budget Host Ken's Motel

If you're traveling the I-80 and get a road closure alert outside Grand Island, NE & you're not too impressed with the reviews on the more affordable motels in Grand Island, there is another option. Just one town over you'll find Ken's Motel, in the quaint little town of Aurora. It's a perfectly acceptable budget motel. Dated it may be, but in this girls opinion "dated" is not a bad word. I like blast-from-the-past places like these & I wish they'd preserve more of them as well as they have this one. Friendly staff, clean & comfortable. There's even a full sized fridge. Close to Mc Donald's, Pizza & gas. We also saw a sign for Arby's on the other side of the interstate. Parking may be tricky if you're hauling a trailer in the snow, as we are, but it's doable. We just had to circle the property and come through one of the back entrances. Otherwise, you'll be able to park right in front of your room.It seems to me Aurora would be a nice stop for the family in the summer months, as well. In different circumstances, we would've loved to tour one of their Museums. The Science center looks like a good time for families & the Plainsman Museum is right up my alley w/a "journey through yesterday". We also noticed a community pool w/water slides driving into town. Snowbound or summer fun...Kens motel will do the trick if you're looking for an affordable option while you check out all that Aurora has to offer.

We were in town for a wedding and couldn't find a room. Ken's had availability. Clean basic and affordable!

Clean economy motel in Aurora NE. Rooms are a little dated but priced right. They have pet friendly rooms as well.

This the cleanest motel I have ever stayed in. Good furnishings, great hosts. Everything within walking distance. Simple straightforward room. Absolutely amazed.

Had some trailer issues so we were running late into the night and came across this little gem! Bottom line- super clean, nice beds great price! Rooms were big and had everything you need- even a full size fridge! Obviously not a fancy hotel but if you're deciding between this or the motel 6 west of this place about 10 miles it's definitely a much better choice especially when motel 6 was charging over $100 for a night. Had good nights rest and always appreciate a clean bed and room. Also family owned and they were super accommodating and nice!!

We found this place by accident. It was clean, comfortable, and cheap. When I say clean, I mean CLEAN!!!

My family has been staying here since I was a kid. We love this hotel! It's not a five star hotel but it's very affordable. I paid $40 for a room. It's clean. I love how you can drive right up to your door. It made unloading the van super easy and stress free. There's no continental breakfast but there's a McDonald's right down the street so that was no problem for us. They had no cribs so if you're needing one, make sure to bring the pack-n-play.

Nice clean modest old school motel. When was the last time you saw a metal door key with a diamond shaped plastic motel named key fob? Spacious room . Friendly efficient clerk. Great value. Full size refrigerator. Vanity sink pretty beat up. Daylight bulbs. The parking lot. It looks like Gen. Patton's tank Colin's ran over the concrete. Just sayin.

The Plattsmouth Blue Devil's youth baseball team has been coming to Aurora for the past two years. We always stay at Ken's because Ken's staff is very welcoming. The rooms are very nice, well kept, and clean. The rooms are exceptionally priced. The city swimming pool is just across the street so our kids can swim when they are not playing baseball. There is also plenty of room for the kids and parents to come together and have a picnic. Overall, just a great little motel to create memories with my family and friends.Claude

I'm always skeptical of small hotels like this but some friends suggested it. The lobby was nice and clean and the staff friendly. My room was clean and even in August they had the room pre-cooled. It was evident they aren't just doing bare minimum but take pride in their hotel. It was clean and well maintained with nice furniture, fresh paint and nice beds. I was particularly surprised to see a full size fridge in the room. Was an excellent experience!!