Motels in Shorter, AL

Motels in Shorter, AL
Shorter is a small town in Macon County, Ala., in the Tuskegee metro area. Approximately 35 miles from the larger city of Montgomery, Shorter's rural setting is appealing to outdoor enthusiasts yet close to nearby modern conveniences. Go fishing or boating on the Tallapoosa River or indulge in hiking, camping and hunting excursions in Shorter. The Bartram Trail is only 15 minutes away in the neighboring Tuskegee National Forest. For travelers seeking overnight accommodations, there is only one motel officially located in town; however, several others are close by.

Days Inn Shorter

As of January 2010, the Days Inn Shorter is the only motel currently located within the city limits. This establishment hosts 63 guest rooms on its two floors and features free Internet access and an outdoor swimming pool. Pet are allowed for an additional fee. A golf course and hiking trails are within 12.5 miles of the Days Inn, or visit the Tuskegee National Forest (15 miles away), Chewacla State Park (31.3 miles away), or the Victory Land Greyhound Park, located right in Shorter on I-85.

Days Inn Shorter
450 Main St.
Shorter, AL 36075
(334) 727-6034‎
daysinn.com/DaysInn/control/Booking/property_info?propertyId=05610

Baymont Inn & Suites Montgomery

The Baymont Inn & Suites Montgomery is only 19 miles from Shorter. Featuring an exercise room, business center, laundry facilities, meeting room and outdoor space, your stay at the Baymont will not be without modern conveniences. Internet access is available, and pets are allowed for $10 per day, as of January 2010. Have a day at the Lagoon Park Golf Course (3 miles away), Montgomery Zoo (8 miles away), River Run Golf Course (7.7miles away), VictoryLand Greyhound Racing Park (2.1 miles away) and Montgomery Motor Sports Park (6.4 miles away).

Baymont Inn & Suites Montgomery
5837 Monticello Dr.
Montgomery, AL 36117
(334) 277-4442
baymontinns.com/Baymont/control/Booking/check_avail?areaCode=&brandCode=BU,SE,RA,HJ,TL,DI,KG,MT&searchWithinMiles=50&areaType=1&destination=Montgomery&state=AL&country=US

La Quinta Inn Montgomery Eastern Bypass

Also 19 miles away from Shorter, the La Quinta Inn in Montgomery has 130 rooms available on its two floors. This motel has an outdoor pool, wireless high-speed Internet, family rooms and a fitness center. It is located 4 miles from Lagoon Park, 7 miles from the Montgomery Zoo, 8 miles from Garrett Coliseum, 10 miles from Riverwalk Stadium, 15 miles from Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail and 22 miles from the VictoryLand Greyhound RAcing Park.

La Quinta Inn Montgomery Eastern Bypass
1280 East Blvd. North
Montgomery, AL 36117
(334) 271-1620
lq.com/lq/properties/propertyProfile.do?ident=LQ817&propId=817

Budgetel Inn Montgomery, AL

The Budgetel Inn in Montgomery is about 19 miles from Shorter as well. The motel has a business center, offers free high-speed Internet and provides small pet accommodations for an additional charge (as of January 2010). Visit the Blount Cultural Park, Alabama River Cruises, Fort Toulouse/Jackson Park, Ice Palace Skating Rink, and National Historic Trail---or stop in at the Montgomery Area Visitor Center for more ideas to enjoy the outdoors.

Budgetel Inn Montgomery
5820 Monticello Dr.
Montgomery, AL 36117
(334) 323-7424
budgetelmontgomery.com

Article Written By Naima Manal

Naima Manal's articles on health, diet, nutrition, alternative medicine, education, parenting, crafts, travel, home and garden and home improvement have appeared on various websites. Manal received her Bachelor of Science in biology/pre-medical studies from Molloy College in 1994 and has been a freelance writer, teacher and homeschooling mom since 1993.

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