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Hillsboro Inn

Stay at Hillsboro Inn Motel, Hillsboro, ND. Enjoy a 4.3-star rating, kid-friendly services, close to Plummer House Traill County Museum and nearby airports.

101 5th St SW, Hillsboro, ND 58045 View on map
8.6/10
Very Good Based on 100 recent guest reviews
Kid-friendly
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable, Clean, and Friendly Motel Experience

Recent guests highlight the motel's clean, cozy rooms and welcoming, attentive staff. The Hillsboro Inn is appreciated for its convenience and value, especially for travelers needing a practical and comfortable stopover.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly, accommodating, and helpful staff who go above and beyond
  • Clean, well-maintained rooms with laminate flooring and thoughtful touches
  • Affordable rates offering good value compared to other local options
  • Convenient amenities such as free WiFi, mini fridge, coffee, and communal microwave
  • Quiet, comfortable atmosphere with a homey, welcoming vibe

Worth knowing

  • Some rooms still have carpet, which management plans to replace soon
  • Requests to conserve energy by turning off lights and lowering thermostats are appreciated
  • Limited ice availability onsite, with additional supplies nearby at Dollar General
  • Special services such as laundry are available for an extra charge
  • Ideal for short stays and those needing a reliable place when stranded or in transit

Best for

  • Travelers needing a clean, affordable, and convenient overnight stay
  • Visitors attending local events or seeking proximity to Hillsboro attractions
  • Families looking for kid-friendly accommodations
  • Anyone requiring a quiet, comfortable place with personalized service
  • Those passing through needing last-minute lodging during travel disruptions
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About this property

Welcome to Hillsboro Inn

Hillsboro Inn is a modestly rated motel located at 101 5th St SW in Hillsboro, North Dakota. It offers a straightforward and comfortable stay, appealing particularly to visitors interested in sightseeing, recreation, and convenient access to the area. The property features practical amenities such as free WiFi, a mini fridge in rooms, and communal microwave and coffee facilities in the lobby, supporting the needs of travelers seeking basic comforts.

The inn’s setting benefits from proximity to local attractions like the Plummer House Traill County Museum, which enjoys very positive reviews from visitors. Additionally, the location is accessible from nearby airports including Hector International Airport and Grand Forks International Airport, each roughly a 40-minute drive away, making it a reasonable choice for those traveling through the region by air.

Guest reviews highlight cleanliness, a welcoming atmosphere, and attentive staff as standout features. Many guests appreciate the homey touches and the accommodating approach of the owners, who maintain the property well despite noting that some rooms currently have carpet that will be replaced. The motel receives praise for its quiet environment and reasonable rates, especially appreciated by travelers stranded or needing overnight stops.

Family travelers will find the motel’s kid-friendly service options convenient. While it is not a luxury accommodation, Hillsboro Inn suits those looking for a dependable, no-frills place to stay in Hillsboro. Early check-out is at 11:00 AM, and the overall atmosphere reflects a small, American-owned operation focused on practical hospitality rather than upscale amenities.

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

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Most popular facilities

Kid-friendly
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.

JL
Jenet Lieb Apr 05, 2026
8.0

The room was excellent, clean. Stranded motorist - this motel was exactly what I needed, when I needed a place to stay overnight! Friendly, courteous staff.

HJ
Hope Jutz Mar 31, 2026
10

Due to the fun ice storm after Christmas we were stranded on the interstate for 5 hours in stand still traffic and then the interstate was closed so we decided to get a room here before trying to get back home to Fargo the following day. The guy at the front desk was so nice and accommodating. The rooms were clean and roomy with nice lament flooring. Every hotel should have this…carpet sucks. Would highly recommend staying here if you are in the area or ever get stranded on the interstate. Great place all around!!

DT
Dawn Topel Mar 24, 2026
10

We had a funeral in Hillsboro, ND. This was so convenient - the next closest hotel was 45 minutes away and with road construction it would have been more like one hour. It was comfortable - like staying at home. It was cute & quaint - meaningful quotes all over, well kept plants, lots of special touches. Judy apologized for the carpet in our room, she said it was going to be replaced soon. It looked fine to me. Please see photos I attached : outside, inside lobby, room, and an awesome photo of Judy (working). Thanks Judy. We will be back!

TB
Todd Bremner Mar 22, 2026
10

Great place to stay. Judy is awesome. Coffee is awesome, not the watered down kind others make. Great rate, not the crazy high priced rooms. Clean and comfortable!

AA
Astro Annie Mar 21, 2026
10

Clean room with a mini fridge. Free WiFi. There is coffee in the lobby (I don't drink coffee so cannot comment on its quality). There is a microwave in the lobby, too, for community use. Ice in small quantities is available and there is a Dollar General across the parking lot for bags of ice. Powerful bathtub shower with enough hot water. Heatlamp in the bathroom, too. They ask you to conserve by turning off lights and turning down the thermostat when you leave your room for extended periods. That makes sense. They're good about making up your bed, etc. My expectations were exceeded.

SG
Sheila Gresham Mar 17, 2026
10

Excellent place to stay. The staff I believe are the owners are so nice. I was having trouble with my truck and he helped me with it. Rooms are very nice,very clean. All I can say is Awesome. Most definitely will be back and would highly recommend to anyone to stay. You will not be disappointed.

TF
Teresa Froshaug Mar 16, 2026
10

We stayed here a few years ago and we thought it was a great little motel. Stayed there again end of May this year and again we thought it was great place. The gentleman I talked to for the reservation was really nice. It was nice and clean just what we needed

DZ
Dustin Zbytowski Mar 08, 2026
10

By far 10/10 Motel. Excellent service all around. Judy goes above and beyond running the place. If you ever get the chance to stay there consider your self lucky. No other establishment out there will be up to there standards. I was treated if it was my home away from home. They make sure you you have everything you need plus some. Doesn’t matter what shift you work or how long of hours they always make sure you have a clean room and can get sleep while your off. They will wash and fold your clothes for 10$ a load also. They Treat the working class amazing just remember take your muddy boots off at the door lol. Can’t beat the price either. Thanks Judy!

K
Katt Mar 03, 2026
10

Amazing stay! Newly renovated! Very warm and cozy for our long time stay. Great staff. Can’t wait to come back next year!

BG
Bryan Grodale Feb 25, 2026
10

My name is Bryan. I just passing through the Hillsborough North Dakota Area and staying a night at the Hillsborough Inn. Just Helped out with some snow shoveling. This is a very clean decent American Owned and operated Mom and Pop Motel. The Owners are very good People both the Husband and Wife. They treat people very decent and the reviews written on this place are consistent and I highly recommend anyone coming into Hillsborough North Dakota to make this your Designated stop and Stay here. Affordable very clean and quiet. Let's Support our Local American owned Motels and Small Businesses. Thumbs up to Scott and Judy of the Hillsborough Inn.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Hillsboro Inn

Hillsboro, North Dakota

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • Hector International Airport 39 min Car
  • Grand Forks International Airport 40 min Car
  • Thief River Falls Regional Airport 1 hr 33 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

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

Plummer House Traill County Museum 8 reviews

Plummer House Traill County Museum

308 W Caledonia Ave, Hillsboro, ND 58045, United States

4.8 · Museum
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