Nevada Northern National Railway Museum - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
Getting around
Elko, NV (EKO-Elko Regional) - 119 miles/191.5 km
Restaurants
Love's Travel Stop - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min drive
La Fiesta - 13 min walk
Subway - 3 min drive
Margaritas - 3 min drive
About this property
Grand Central Motel
Enjoy your visit to Ely with a stay at Grand Central Motel. You'll have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking.
At a glance
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Hotel size
14 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
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Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Services
Virtual front desk
Accessibility
No lift (single-level property)
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Towels
Stay connected
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 50+ Mbps)
More
Housekeeping on request
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Administrative fee: USD 2 per accommodation, per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 6 per accommodation, per night
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Frequently asked questions
Does Grand Central Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Grand Central Motel 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Grand Central Motel?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 6 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Grand Central Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Grand Central Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at Grand Central Motel?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Jail House Casino (11-min walk) and Copper Queen Casino (15-min walk) are both nearby.
What's the area around Grand Central Motel like?
Grand Central Motel is in the heart of Ely, a short 10-minute walk from Ely Renaissance Village and 11 minutes' walk from Jail House Casino.
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Reviews
Grand Central Motel Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0
Cleanliness
7.0
Amenities
9.0
Staff & service
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Parking was easy, secure, and convenient with some rooms even having parking right in front of the door. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
22 Mar 2026
I really enjoyed my stay. The room was very clean and comfortable.
Joell
Joell, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
29 Jan 2026
Small Room good price for a one night stay
Deanna
Deanna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 Feb 2026
The room was super clean and nicely decorated. The bed was comfortable, the property was well-taken care of, and the owners were responsive to our inquiries. Location is central to restaurants, shops, etc. We will stay here again next time we are traveling through Ely. Highly recommend!
Brenda
Brenda, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
24 Sept 2025
The property was in a convenient location and staff was courteous.
Joshua
Joshua, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
22 Sept 2025
Nice comfortable bed, clean and comfy room. The breakfast was awesome.
Daryl
Daryl, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jul 2025
Best value for a clean quiet place. Would stay here again
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
22 Sept 2025
It was unique in a vintage motel, small and comfortable.
Don
Don, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
1 Jan 2026
Clean room and comfortable beds. Renovations not complete but looks like they are getting there. A little trouble getting our check in info, owner was finally reached and apologized saying his phone had died. We were able to get in and had a restful nights sleep!
Weslee
Weslee, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
28 Aug 2025
Property is conveniently located at the Center of Ely, Nevada. Owners are not in the property but they are very responsive and check in is easily done over the phone. Will stay again at this property in the future!
Manuelito
Manuelito, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 Nov 2024
I stayed in a basic economy room and it was excellent value. Nice and clean, really comfortable bed and the shower was very powerful. Would definitely stay here again.
Trevor
Trevor, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
26 Apr 2025
I chose by lowest price, was pleasantly surprised to find room very clean and comfortable. Right on main road so a little noisy but got a good nights sleep.
Paula
Paula, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
16 Nov 2024
Loved that I was able to check in whenever using a code I was sent for the keypad on the door! It was clean, cozy and comfortable! Will stay again!
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
18 Apr 2025
Old but clean and comfortable
The hotel was old (as is almost everything else in Ely) but the hotel was clean, check in was easy, and the showers were hot! The beds were comfortable, although a little hard, but overall a decent place, especially for the price. We would definitely stay here again.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
6 May 2025
Couple satisfied staying in Grand Central Motel .
We stayed @ Grand Central for 2 nights it’s a clean room no smells or bugs & quiet place with a friendly neighborhood . My husband Robert enjoyed staying specially me the wife 😇 I love to watch outside peacefull with a beautiful view beautiful small town so relaxing . We don’t mind to recommend this Motel to our friends .
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Apr 2025
Cheap and quirky small town motel, you get what you pay for (in a good way). I crashed here for a night on a road trip. Quiet spot, contactless check in, payment, check out etc. means you don't even have to speak to another human during your stay (unless you want to, of course), which was new to me but a pleasant experience. Would def stay here again if I'm ever back on Hwy 50.
Hayden
Hayden, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Mar 2025
Grand Central- Ely
The room was tidy and clean. Bed was comfortable. Good channels on t.v. within walking distance of a few restaurants.
Christy
Christy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 Feb 2025
The bed was comfortable. The heater in my room was out of order, so the owners lent me a space heater. I'd stay there again. Quiet and safe.
Quick
Quick, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
22 Dec 2025
The room and property were decent for the price. I truly appreciate the quick response and customer service from the property owner. The motel is near a few abandoned homes and businesses, which can make one feel a little uneasy. The parking lot, though nicely marked, was scattered with animal waste, mostly due to irresponsible pet owners. We made sure to wipe our dog’s paws before they reentered our room. I know the property is still under the reconditioning process, but we’d consider returning to this motel. There are plenty of restaurants located downtown and a convenient Mexican restaurant across the street. Also, there is Shell gas station around the corner. Overall a 4/5!
Viraj
Viraj, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
11 May 2025
The owner was nice and responded quickly. Clean room. Every room had roku so you can binge watch on Netflix and also had a microwave and fridge which i liked! Definitely recommend!
Annabelle
Annabelle, 6-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
24 Nov 2024
Very comfortable stay!! 😊
The room & bed were very comfortable. Good mattress & remodeled room. The shower was nice too. I also loved that I had access to Disney + included. So cool. Very happy with this place & great deal too!
Cary
Cary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 Oct 2024
We had a problem with the TV connection and the owner came down and got us all hooked up. Great people and great locations.
Tom
Tom, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 Jan 2025
Great Stay
My wife booked this for me for a two night stay on my way home from Quartzite. She likes to book quirky little place, and this was for sure that. Super easy check, clean, walking distance to everything, and I really liked that there was parking big enough for my truck and cargo trailer. This is an older motel, so of course it has it's little foibles, but I really like that it's not cookie cutter.
Yvonne
Yvonne, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
18 Dec 2024
I like being able to park in front of our door. Felt safe here. Conformable rooms.
Terri
Terri, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
27 Jul 2025
Love the price for a convenient and quick stop-over. Easy to find. Room access was easy. No need to check-in. Bed was clean, room was overall clean but that carpet ... yikes!! Pets are allowed, however there is no place for dogs to go potty. I had to wander the sketchy neighborhood to find a suitable place.