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Prairie Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Yelm

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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700 Prairie Park Ln, Yelm, WA, 98597
  • Place, Nisqually Red Wind Casino
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake St Clair
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Regional Athletic Complex
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Yelm

Heart of Yelm.At this Yelm hotel, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Nisqually Red Wind Casino and 12 miles (20 km) of Lake St Clair. Long Lake and Regional Athletic Complex are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Nisqually Red Wind Casino - 12 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Lake St Clair - 17 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Regional Athletic Complex - 23 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Northwest Trek Wildlife Park - 26 min drive - 30.0 km
  • Joint Base Lewis-McChord - 33 min drive - 35.6 km

Getting around

  • Olympia-Lacey Station - 20 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jim Bob's Chuck Wagon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪northwest grind - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Prairie Hotel

Hotel perfectly located for exploring Yelm
As a guest of Prairie Hotel, you'll find a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Prairie Hotel also features laundry facilities, a television in a common area, and an elevator. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Yelm hotel.

  • 67 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
Prairie Hotel offers 67 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Cable television is provided. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers.

This Yelm hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Prairie
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Prairie Hotel Yelm
Prairie Yelm
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Prairie Hotel Hotel Yelm

Frequently asked questions

How close is Prairie Hotel to the airport?

Prairie Hotel is 47.1 mi (69-min drive) away from the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Prairie Hotel?

As of Apr 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Prairie Hotel on Apr 26, 2026 start from CA $138, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Prairie Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Prairie Hotel.

Does Prairie Hotel offer free breakfast?

Prairie Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Prairie Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Nisqually Red Wind Casino (10-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Prairie Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Prairie Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Prairie Hotel have a pool?

Prairie Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Prairie Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Prairie Hotel to downtown Yelm?

Prairie Hotel is 0.4 mi away from Yelm.

Prairie Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 647 out of 863 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 169 out of 863 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 863 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 863 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 863 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nolan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel! Clean convenient and spacious!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a very nice day at this adorable hotel, the staff was very helpful and kind and the rooms were huge with awesome beds
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
No amenities except hot coffee at entrance. No breakfast. Room gets cleaned every three days so no fresh cups and trash fills up fast. But you can put in a request for service. Front desk service was very nice.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient with basic amenities done right.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I miss the continental breakfast that the Prairie Hotel used to have.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

LILLIAN, Burbanks

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice room. Staff was attentive and thoughtful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff is super helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

mariellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms / great staff / would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we booked the room payment was declined and then used another payment and the site resereved two rooms so i was charged for a no show fee on a room i had no idea was reserved. Booking through hotels only now. And hotel was not accommodating of the issue got there money. For the room toulet seat broken and problems flushing. If you stay more than a day they will not empty your garbage. Fan noisy and parr of the switch not working.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Troy

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Toilet seat was broke they charged us for half of another room because of bad booking on there part and expedia and would not even think of helping us .ceiling fan was noisy. Place was not worth the price could have got same from a cheaper motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good staff and nice area
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff helpful, pleasant, rooms clean beds comfortable. Walkable to a diner Mr Doug’s. Able to hav breakfast anytime , comfort food. and taproom w food
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yadira

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to restaurants, and a movie theater. Staff super friendly, quiet environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025