Nestled near the airport, Magnuson Hotel Ely offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast, free in-room WiFi and coffee/tea in the lobby. The helpful staff has made previous guests feel right at home.
Nevada Northern National Railway Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Copper Queen Casino - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Jail House Casino - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
Bristlecone Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
Ely Renaissance Village - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
Restaurants
Love's Travel Stop - 3 min drive
Prospector Hotel Ely (Nevada) - 11 min walk
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Shooters Bar - 9 min walk
Beans & Brews Coffeehouse - 20 min walk
About this property
Magnuson Hotel Ely
Magnuson Hotel Ely is a great choice for a stay in Ely. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
19 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (1 total)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
What to do
Ski area nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch TV
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Alarm clock
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per stay
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Main Independent Ely
Main Motel Independent Ely
Main Motel Independent
Magnuson Hotel Ely
Magnuson Ely
Main Motel An Independent
Magnuson Hotel Ely Ely
Magnuson Hotel Ely Motel
Magnuson Hotel Ely Motel Ely
Frequently asked questions
Does Magnuson Hotel Ely offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Magnuson Hotel Ely does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Magnuson Hotel Ely?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of USD 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Magnuson Hotel Ely?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Magnuson Hotel Ely?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Magnuson Hotel Ely?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Copper Queen Casino (11-min walk) and Jail House Casino (2-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Magnuson Hotel Ely and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like skiing.
What's the area around Magnuson Hotel Ely like?
Magnuson Hotel Ely is a short 5-minute walk from Nevada Northern National Railway Museum and 11 minutes' walk from Copper Queen Casino.
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Reviews
Magnuson Hotel Ely Reviews
7.2
Good
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7.6
Cleanliness
7.2
Location
7.8
Staff & service
6.8
Eco-friendliness
6.6
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
8/10 Very good
Aug 18, 2025
Comfortable room and the staff were very helpful and friendly.
Glen
Glen, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Sep 4, 2025
Room was old, and quite dirty looking. Huge stain on the carpet, and the couch was awful looking.
Jayden
Jayden, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Very nice gentleman that checked us in.
Terri
Terri, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 21, 2025
From the outside, it looks run down, but the clean room, free breakfast and kow prices make this place a fantastic stop.
Josh
Josh, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 24, 2025
Very cozy
Good Hotel , very comfortable, easy access in and out nice and cozy room. Perfect for spending the night when you are on the road trip.
Ivan
Ivan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 8, 2025
I love their pillows!
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2025
very clean...great staff.
Ivan
Ivan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 16, 2025
Rooms are clean,friendly staff and super hot water to shower.
Kristi
Kristi, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Sep 13, 2025
Crime scene
We open the door to the smell of death . The carpets had giant piss and poop stains the couch was covered with a sheet .it looked like something out of a horror movie. We got out quick before we got attacked by bed bugs . In all my life i have never saw a hotel this disgusting. Went back office and canceled it . They said we would have to get our money back from hotel . Com . Also the hotel in picture has a note on door that sends you to the other location.
dennis
dennis, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 4, 2025
The property is old but was clean. Staff was nice. I would stay again if traveling though there.
LISA
LISA, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 9, 2025
air conditioning worked well
ronald
ronald, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 19, 2025
Good for the money paid
Hotel was dated but clean bathroom and bed. Breakfast was good variety. Good value for money. Staff were friendly and polite.
Sheila
Sheila, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 24, 2025
It was much better than I expected for a 2-star level motel. More amenities than most accommodations in that price range. Good choice of breakfast items. My room looked quite updated.
Edward
Edward, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 21, 2025
Front desk gentleman was very friendly and helpful.
The facility was in very rough condition--from the parking lot to our room. It was a clean room but I can't say I would stay again.
Tamra
Tamra, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 1, 2025
It was old, but they were in the process of updating the property. It was clean and was perfect for what we needed.
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 4, 2025
Super fast check in, room has everything I need, fridge and microwave. Perfect
Wayne
Wayne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2025
Great staff
Great staff, comfortable room, perfect for the stay
RENA
RENA, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 14, 2025
A bit dated, which is ok with me. The property and room were clean.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2025
Great hotel and value
A very nice room at a good rate. The room was very comfortable. The service was phenomenal! I will be staying here again!
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 5, 2025
The front office staff was super nice and helpful. The room was older, but clean. The location allowed us to walk the downtown and visit their shops. There was casinos too, if that's your gambit.
shantana
shantana, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 14, 2025
Bad service
We drove to this location and felt unsafe for our family. We decided to try and check it out and see, already hesitant about staying.
I went inside to check in, rang the bell twice and stood there for 5+ minutes with no service. Went to call and the line beeped. We did not stay and went to a different hotel.
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2024
Good location and staff were very friendly,definitely will stay there again
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 16, 2025
Do not recommend
The GM was great... Very accommodating and tried to do her best. She moved us from the really bad room to one that was a little better. No A/C, no TV, no breakfast as advertised due to lack of staff. GM said she would refund me so I am hoping she will honor that promise. I would not recommend this property until the owner puts some money into it... He should be ashamed
lavon
lavon, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 9, 2025
Good stay!
Clean and affordable! Bonus breakfast and kids really loved the 2 bedrooms! All staff was helpful and nice.