Hanson's Café Motel

Never stayed at the Hotel. But my goodness, the food is the best comfort food I've ever had. 10/10 recommended. Even if you're just passing through, stop and get yourself a delicious and filling meal. The service is great, they are polite and very friendly. I'll be eating breakfast there tomorrow morning on my way back home. 😋

Had a reservation for over six months. Even called earlier in the week to confirm a delivery for a FedEx package.

At check in, I had no reservation. Even though the guy I was traveling with, did. The funny thing, I make all the reservations for our motorcycle trips.

My package had been delivered. She had even acknowledged when I called earlier that I had a reservation. Miraculously, three days later I didn't have a reservation. One other employee let it slip that a "friend" had been given a reservation.

I was offered a room across the street in a private home. I had no choice. The closest hotel was 13 miles away.

The next morning I ordered an omelet. I was charged $19.75 for the omelet.

I would definitely not recommend the motel, or the cafe.

I used to work here not to long ago with this new chick working who took my shifts doesn't know how to make a milkshake got it all melted not think whatsoever

If you're looking for a place to spend the night rather than a place to eat, be sure to read all of the negative reviews of this place. I wish I had!
You'll notice a common theme running through many of the 1-star reviews: dirty and bed bugs. Thankfully, I didn't notice any bed bugs, but the room was filthy.
The refrigerator was full of mold.
The carpets looked and felt like they hadn't been vacuumed for days or weeks.
The chair had stains all over it.
The sheet had food stains on it.
The shower took over 10 minutes to go from icy cold to scalding hot, and you couldn't adjust the temperature to be anywhere between.
The shower wouldn't drain so I ended up standing in 3 inches of dirty water.
Although Billy Jo, at the cafe, is helpful, if you only need a cheap place to spend the night, try to make it to the next town. Don't spend any time in this place. It's horrible.
I posted photos in this review, but don't see them appearing on Google. You'd have to see it to believe how dirty this room was.

I only didn't give 5 stars because I felt sorry for the waitress who was working on her own as the cook and the only waitress. We came in yesterday evening as a large group after a funeral. We were the only people there the entire time, and maybe that's normal on a Tuesday night and that is why she was alone, but as good as the food was I'm surprised by that. I also wondered if the locals knew there wasn't enough staff and so they stay away. The fact that another local restaurant was super busy when we passed by really made me think I might have been on to something. Anyway, she may have been alone, but she was also absolutely amazing. She did as well if not better than a full staff would have done. The food was excellent, she was super friendly, funny, personable and good at her job. I didn't catch her name which I regret, because I hope you're paying her well, she absolutely deserves it!

Step back in time at this little Cafe. It was great to see most everything was still original. Lots of character!! Staff is the best. We could have sat there for hours visiting and having coffee.

We dine here every chance we get. Have eaten here since I was a kid, the hometown fries are amazing still has the same original cook who you could never replace. Miss waitress Lily....

We had breakfast during the week here. It was delicious. However, what really impressed me was the service. The ONE woman working wore every hat possible and she killed it.

Owner was very accommodating. We couldn’t find a room anywhere and this place had one left. The owner waiting late for us to arrive and was so helpful and nice!

The motel is very cozy and clean. Staff and service were top notch! So grateful to have found this place!

Cafe is delicious and has a great vibe!

My son and I stopped in to eat breakfast and were pleasantly surprised. The meal was large, well cooked and tasted great. this is a 5 star place in a very small town. If your heading to Boise by way of interstate 84 you need to stop in and enjoy a great meal.