We went out to hunt waterfowl on Waconda lake for the weekend. Rented one of the trailer houses…read morefrom lakeside lodge. Although they are older they were very clean, everything worked, and it fitted or needs perfectly. We had Jeff as our guide the first day of hunting he owns the trailer houses. He owns a pit blind that he let us use that day. Jeff worked extremely hard to get the birds in. We will stay in lakeside lodge again next year.

We stayed at the Shady Grove Cabins for one evening in Cabin 1. Kip was very welcoming and…read moresuggested some places to grab dinner and where to find playground areas at nearby Wakonda Lake at Glen Elder State Park. We had a great time visiting the lake, and our cabin was perfect with a very comfortable double bed for my husband and I. My 4- and 5-year-olds snuggled up in the twin bed. The Shady Grove Cabins are a perfectly vintage experience with all the modern functions, and if you have ever seen the movie cars, it is just like the Cozy Cone Motel, super cute! Thank you for a great time Kip and Mary, we will be back!

I drove from North Carolina to Colorado for work during the middle of the Coronavirus pandemic. I…read moreneeded a place to spend the night, and I found the Shady Grove Cabins in Downs, Kansas right off of US 24. This place is a gem. The cabin I stayed in was clean, comfortable, cozy, and very affordable. The owners, Kip and Mary, were extremely friendly and hospitable. Due to the pandemic, all the restaurants were closed and by the time I got settled in, the town's only grocery store was closed too. No worries though. Kip and Mary shared their supper with me. And it was delicious! If you're looking for a cool and authentic place, check out the Shady Grove Cabins. -Cliff

This is a good place to stay. It is very basic, but the owners are very friendly and the rooms are…read moreclean. I like the fact they don't charge a pet fee and they have free Wi-fi. I'll stay there again gladly. Plus, it's near dining and shopping.

Great little place. Super friendly owners. Reasonable. For breakfast we went across the street to…read morePaul's cafe and the motel owner was there so we talked some more with him and his friends.

Upland game hunting doesn't get much better than what Ringneck Ranch offers. The accommodations are…read moreexcellent, the staff is helpful and friendly, the guides are top notch and the Brittany dog team absolutely lives for the hunt, and are amazing to see in action. We always cherish our time spent here, and owners Keith and Deb go out of their way to make us feel like family.

Very quiet nice and clean mom and pop place. My room was clean- owner was super nice and friendly-…read moreand this place is located only a few miles from the worlds largest balll of twine! Plenty of hot water and comfortable beds are what I found here during my stay. Thank you West Lake Inn Staff for having me!

We stay at West Lake Inn whenever we go back to the Osborne, Smith Center, and Downs Kansas area…read more We appreciate the nice clean room and the nice bathroom. Comfy beds! We are so glad this option is available in the area. Recommend this as a good place to stay! Great deal and price!

By my count there are three motels and one B&B in town and the folks who own this hotel also own…read morethe US Center hotel down the street. They're planning on upgrading this place so this review may soon be dated. But meanwhile Prairie Winds had a room for me for $49. My room had a leaky pipe at the toilet and needed a spot of paint here and there. The tv was small and the the floors squeaked. Not a bad place for cleanliness and a friendly staff. But I couldn't get wifi in my room and had to step outdoors for reception.

I had the good fortune of spending 5 days at Blue Hills Lodge. It was by far one of the best…read moreexperiences. Lisa Hake the proprietor was more like a host inviting you into her home, which in actuality it was her childhood home with many fond memories she was willing to share. I'm hoping to return the Spring of 2021. You cannot go wrong staying at this wonderful, like home lodge.