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Mountain Empire Motel

Property class: 2
Enjoy the free parking at this Mountain City motel

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Photo gallery for Mountain Empire Motel

A building with a blue and white facade, large windows, and a parking lot.
A room with a desk, a television, a telephone, and a chair.
A bathroom with a sink, mirror, towel rack, and a light fixture.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small table.
A motel with a brick facade, a covered parking area, and a playground in the background.

Reviews

4.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1537 S Shady St, Mountain City, TN, 37683
  • Place, Johnson County Welcome Center and Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Roan Valley Commons
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Baseball Field
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a table, and a mirror.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Mountain City

In Mountain City .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Johnson County Community Hospital and 2 miles (3 km) of Johnson County Welcome Center and Museum with a stay here. Roan Valley Commons and Doe Mountain Recreation Area are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Johnson County Welcome Center and Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Roan Valley Commons - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Baseball Field - 1 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Appalachian State University - 35 min drive - 46.9 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 48 min drive - 64.9 km

Getting around

  • Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Poblano's Mexican Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bizzies Drive Thru Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Mountain Empire Motel

Enjoy the free parking at this Mountain City motel
Self parking is free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
Mountain Empire Motel offers 30 accommodations with air conditioning. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

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Americourt Hotel
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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
3.4 out of 5, 548 reviews
The price is CA $116
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - midnight

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

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 and cash
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash.

Property is also known as

Mountain Empire Motel Motel

Mountain Empire Motel Mountain City

Mountain Empire Motel Motel Mountain City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Mountain Empire Motel to the airport?

Mountain Empire Motel is 33.6 mi (48-min drive) away from the Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mountain Empire Motel?

As of Sept 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mountain Empire Motel on Sept 11, 2026 start from CA $75, 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 Mountain Empire Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mountain Empire Motel.

Does Mountain Empire Motel offer free breakfast?

Mountain Empire Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Mountain Empire Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Mountain Empire Motel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Mountain Empire Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Mountain Empire Motel have a pool?

Mountain Empire Motel does not have a pool.

Does Mountain Empire Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Mountain Empire Motel to downtown Mountain City?

Mountain Empire Motel is 1.2 mi away from Mountain City.

Mountain Empire Motel Reviews

Reviews

4.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 39 reviews

4.2/10

Cleanliness

5.0/10

Staff & service

4.6/10

Amenities

4.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient for our travels.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist seemed weird. My room was dirty, and the mattress on the bed you could feel the springs while laying down.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Kevin Drew

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Make sure everything has been approved and validated with confirmation codes.Prior to your adventure , otherwise , it may be booked , but not booked
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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2/10 Terrible

vincent

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
impressively bad the smell still haunts me
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Quang Nhan

Good price!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, outdated but clean. Has semi truck parking that's out of the way [even though did not drive a truck here good to know].
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Austin

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Eh
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Marjorie

We were there for my brother in laws funeral. I wasn't up to staying so we drove home. The motel mgr said we needed to contact Expedia for a refund.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Justin

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room smelled bad an was dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was dirty, especially bathroom (hair on floor and sink area & in shower, skidmarks in toilet) room carpet dirty. Nothing in the room other than bed, tv & stinky fridge. A banging noise in the wall occurring often (I assume water pipes?). Went to check out at 8:30am and the office was locked... nobody there. No place to leave the key card. Rang the doorbell... nobody came.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Zachary

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Weird, dirty room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Phil

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The desk attendant was very rude,he had to call multiple people to approve our reservation. After inside the roomit reeked of stink,the bedding was old and torn . I hope i never need to stay there agian.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Kathleen

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Dirty, especially bathroom. Hope sheets were clean. Terrible tv, did not work at all last night.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This isn't no fancy vacation stay hotel. But I knew that when I rented it. This town has two hotels and I promise you this is the better choice. I have reviews for both. Don't waste your time, money, or safety to try the other. Hands down all around to the staff here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Danyar

Disliked: Cleanliness
Bad
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Charles

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The air didn't work in the room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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4/10 Poor

justin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Look elsewhere

It was very under par , the curtains to the outside didn’t cover the windows , so people could look in as well as the lights. The door didn’t lock very well. The bathroom was filthy and not upkeep. The person who works the front doesn’t show up till 10am so nobody to help you out
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

Ruth

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bedspreads stained. Bathroom floor not clean. No bedside lighting, Had to ask for clean towels, more soap and cups. A friend two doors down found bedbugs in his bed. But it was cheap!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Joel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rooms Denied Upon Arrival

When we arrived, they told us our credit card had declined. We looked at our account on our app and it had gone thru. Now two days later the charge is still there on our account. I called the hotel and they said they never received the funds. I called Hotels.com and it looked like to them it had gone thru. They are contacting the manager at the hotel to get an explanation and refund. It was a low cost room, but the closest to our job. What a hassle for no room!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Kenneth

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Will try a different location next trip

The room was filthy. There was something sticky all over the table, there were lot's of long dark hairs all over the bathroom floor. The tub was dirty and the comforter had burn holes and was torn and older than I am probably and I am 61 years old. The bathroom counter had what appeared to be dried boogers on it. I did not expect a 3 or 4 star hotel and I have stayed at this location one time previously and it was not as bad, but this room was atrocious. The bed was pretty comfortable, the TV had a good selection of channels and the fridge and microwave worked as expected so there are positive things. The price is fair if the room had been cleaned properly. All of the furniture, lighting decor etc. is extremely outdated.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Leslee D

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We received an email telling us to reach this motel bf reservation day. Several days before, we called 6x, each time a man answered phone just “hello”,& mgr will call you back”. No return call. We arrived at 3pm on day of reserv to be told our reservation was CANCELED. Mgr said he tried 1x to call, but left no message. Then he claimed I’m a NO SHOW? UNTRUE. Also, place was disgusting and looked nothing like photo.Upon mgr telling me he canceled, we left.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Christy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Non
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Jeniffer

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

tamara

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026