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Forler's Motel

Stay at Forler's Motel in Niles, MI with free Wi-Fi and parking. Close to Studebaker Museum, Potawatomi Zoo, and South Bend Airport.

2483 Yankee St, Niles, MI 49120, United States View on map
6.6/10
Average Based on 51 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking
What recent guests emphasize

Clean, Quiet, and Affordable Stay

Recent guests highlight the motel’s cleanliness, quiet atmosphere, and reasonable pricing, appreciating the simple, small-scale setting and friendly management. While lacking onsite dining or recreational amenities, it serves well for visitors focusing on local sightseeing and practical lodging.

Guests often praise

  • Clean and well-maintained rooms with comfortable bathrooms
  • Quiet environment with respectful, low-key staff and guests
  • Reasonably priced weekly rates and free Wi-Fi and parking
  • Friendly and attentive management ensuring a safe stay
  • Spacious rooms with kitchen facilities appreciated by longer stays

Worth knowing

  • The motel is small and basic, with no pool, restaurant, or fitness center
  • Some guests note the owner’s personal values are reflected in the atmosphere
  • Not a lively place—best suited for those seeking a quiet, low-distraction stay
  • Location is convenient for visiting nearby attractions but the property itself has limited onsite features

Best for

  • Budget-conscious travelers needing simple, clean accommodation
  • Visitors who prefer a quiet, no-fuss environment
  • Guests planning to explore nearby attractions like Studebaker Museum and Potawatomi Zoo
  • Long-term stays facilitated by weekly rates and kitchen access
  • Families looking for a safe and child-friendly lodging option
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About this property

Welcome to Forler's Motel

Forler's Motel is a modest, small-scale motel located on Yankee Street in Niles, Michigan. It offers a quiet, no-frills lodging option that appeals to travelers looking for reasonable pricing and a low-key atmosphere. The property has earned a mixed rating of 3.3 from 51 reviews, reflecting a variety of guest experiences, though many note the cleanliness and courteous staff.

The motel provides essential amenities such as free Wi-Fi and free parking, but does not feature on-site dining, a pool, or a fitness center. Rooms are described as simple and clean, with some guests appreciating the option of weekly rates and amenities like a full kitchen. The management's attention to a calm and safe environment is frequently mentioned by visitors who value privacy and a quiet setting.

Set in a convenient location for sightseeing and getting around, Forler's Motel is a practical choice for those seeking access to nearby attractions such as the Studebaker National Museum, Potawatomi Zoo, and Fernwood Botanical Garden. The South Bend International Airport is approximately a 23-minute drive away, providing reasonable connectivity for out-of-town guests.

Guest feedback highlights that this property is well-suited for visitors wanting a peaceful stay without extra amenities. While it does not offer the full range of hotel services, its affordability and cleanliness make it a good option for short or extended stays where basic comfort is a priority.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking

Not available at this property

Pool
Restaurant
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

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Nicholas Augst Apr 09, 2026
8.0

Friend rented the room for a week very reasonable price nice small quiet room friendly staff nobody bothering anybody else on the Promises small hotel but very well kept

JM
Joseph Morgan Apr 03, 2026
8.0

Older posts show this was not a good place, but I can honestly say the woman running it now has cleaned it up nicely. Simple rooms, clean and free Wifi.

JF
Jeannie Focht Mar 15, 2026
10

Very nice and clean place to stay. Manager is a very nice man. Highly Recommended for a place to stay either short term or long term.

RB
Robert Billingsley Mar 14, 2026
8.0

Clean rooms. Comfortable setting. Quiet tenants. Fair pricing. Has weekly rates. Owner is very precautionary​ on who he rents to. But for good reason.

BT
Belinda Turner Feb 25, 2026
10

It's small and quaint not a lot going on you don't have to worry about anybody bothering you the nice safe place to bring your children and the staff leaves you alone they don't bother you it's quite nice here I enjoy it

KF
Kayla Franks Jan 28, 2026
10

The price a week is cheaper than most and I have a full kitchen. Also the owner is very religious and that is amazing!

BT
Belinda Turner Jan 22, 2026
10

Its a great place to relax with quite rooms and very clean rooms also lots of room and the bathrooms are amazing

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Forler's Motel

Niles, Michigan, USA

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • Niles, Michigan 1 hr 18 Walk
  • South Bend International Airport 23 min Car
  • Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport 1 hr 6 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Michigan. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Studebaker National Museum 1,881 reviews

Studebaker National Museum

201 Chapin St, South Bend, IN 46601, United States

4.8 · Museum
Potawatomi Zoo 6,108 reviews

Potawatomi Zoo

500 S Greenlawn Ave, South Bend, IN 46615, United States

4.5 · Zoo
Fernwood Botanical Garden 846 reviews

Fernwood Botanical Garden

13988 Range Line Rd, Niles, MI 49120, United States

4.7 · Botanical Garden
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