Welcome to Lazy J Motel, where rustic charm meets modern comfort. Enjoy a continental breakfast, connect with in-room WiFi and unwind at the on-site bar or explore Claresholm Community Centre nearby. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Claresholm General Hospital - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Claresholm Community Centre - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Appaloosa Horse Club of Canada Museum - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump - 46 min drive - 62.3 km
Getting around
Lethbridge, AB (YQL-Lethbridge County) - 64 min drive
Restaurants
Roy's Place - 3 min walk
A&W Restaurant - 15 min walk
Casa-Roma Pizza & Steak House Restaurant - 4 min walk
Blackwood Coffee Co - 4 min walk
Orange Julius - 3 min drive
About this property
Lazy J Motel
When visiting Claresholm, Lazy J Motel is a great choice to consider. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
52 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property does not accept prepaid credit cards or debit cards for all bookings and for all purchases made on site, including incidentals.
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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*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Facilities
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium digital channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Free long-distance and local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 10 per accommodation, per day
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Lazy J Motel Claresholm
Lazy J Motel
Lazy J Claresholm
Lazy J Motel Claresholm, Alberta
Lazy J Motel Motel
Lazy J Motel Claresholm
Lazy J Motel Motel Claresholm
Frequently asked questions
Does Lazy J Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Lazy J 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Lazy J Motel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of CAD 10 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Lazy J Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Lazy J Motel?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Lazy J Motel and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Claresholm Community Centre (0.8 mi) and Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump (31.5 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near Lazy J Motel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Lazy J Motel like?
Lazy J Motel is a short 2-minute walk from Claresholm Museum and 10 minutes' walk from Claresholm Aquatic Centre.
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Lazy J Motel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Bed
Family friendly
Microwave
Bathroom
Value
Spacious room
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What guests liked
The continental breakfast offered a wide variety of fresh options. (21 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Good
Jul 19, 2025
Would stay again
Kim
Kim, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 6, 2025
Convenient stay for easy access to Waterton to make the crypt ferry. Great place
Kayden
Kayden, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 6, 2025
Basic, clean accommodation with good amenities.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 3, 2025
Good staying
Huan
Huan, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 11, 2025
Great basic hotel, big rooms. A few stains on the beds.
Catherine
Catherine, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 8, 2025
Great place to stay... 3 Adults, 3 beds, small refrigerator, air conditioner, microwave, close to good spots for eating in or take out. What more could you want?
Blair
Blair, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 10, 2025
Friendly and informative staff.
Carrie
Carrie, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 17, 2025
Family is very sweet and take great pride in what they have.
Highly recommended for the area
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 14, 2025
Very accommodating hosts. Extremely helpful and personable.
Nigel
Nigel, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 15, 2025
Property met my needs. It was a basic room with basic furniture.
Lorraine
Lorraine, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 6, 2025
Owner was friendly and kind and gave us a larger room than we had booked.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 24, 2025
The Lazy J is a friendly, clean, family run motel.
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 24, 2025
It's very good value for the price. Very friendly staff!
Albert
Albert, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 8, 2025
My room was larger than i thought it was gonna be. It was a nice surprise. Employee was nice and it was nice to wake up to some juice n muffins
Melissa
Melissa, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 10, 2025
everything was great
Moez
Moez, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 31, 2025
Was just right 👍
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jan 26, 2025
Great service from front desk/owner. Thanks for accommodating our request for early check in and sharing recommendations for diners
Pualele
Pualele, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Mar 17, 2025
Good stay
Attentive and friendly
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Sep 9, 2024
Convenient location in town centre, and very pleasant welcome with helpful suggestions on the area, and morning continental breakfast.
Sal
Sal, 2-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jul 2, 2025
So we were just here for one night. It seems fairly clean but since there are stains it “feels” dirty. The bed was comfortable. There were soaps and shampoo, a fridge and decent sized tv. The whole place needs updated but it also wasn’t horrible if you keep in mind that it’s just old. It was just ok but the price was right.
Kathy
Kathy, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 15, 2024
Good location and continental breakfast
Barry
Barry, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 19, 2024
Great place, comfortable beds and with breakfast!
Wow, we stay for one night, beds was comfortable and the morning breakfast had plenty of choice!
We're gonna stop there back, anytime!
Josee
Josee, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 24, 2024
Great stay! Would book again.
Sandra
Sandra, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 5, 2024
Very nice staff and good facilities
Kai
Kai, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 21, 2022
Staff were very friendly and breakfast was awesome!