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Der Ruhe Blatz Motel

1195 S. Van Buren Street, Shipshewana, IN 46565
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Der Ruhe Blatz Motel
Ranked #4 of 5 hotels in Shipshewana
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Avon in
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

We checked in June 17th 2013. First problem our key did not work. Had to have someone come in and use a power tool to fix the door so we can come in and out. Once we got into the room we did not have any soap. Went downstairs to get some soap and front desk gave us one tiny... More

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London, Ontario, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

This little gem is fresh, clean, and tidy, inside and out. It is right on the main street and handy to all attractions. The good sized rooms had free wireless internet, new TV, fridge, microwave and smelled like fresh flowers. Very adequate free breakfast. Lots of free parking and flowers around the property. In the morning I sat outside and... More

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eastern us
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

My 84 yo mom and I stayed here a couple of weeks ago. Pluses are that it's all ground floor and very accessible; very quiet; and clean. Minuses are that the lighting was terrible. The lights in the bathroom were like Klieg lights. The lights in the room itself were very dim. There was a table, but only one chair.... More

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Battle Creek, Michigan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

Four of us girls have stayed here for over 12 years once a year for two nights on our annual Shipshawana trip and wouldn't stay anywhere else. We meet another group of girls each year that stay here also and we have a wonderful time. The rooms are always very clean and each year there are always updates to the... More

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Small Town USA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

We researched this hotel last year and decided to pay more to stay at a different hotel after reading the reviews. Then this year I saw that farily good things were being said about it, so we tried it. Nice place for the money. Our rooms were quiet, clean and spacious. The free breakfast was not my cup of tea... More

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Roanoke, Virginia, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013

My wife and I checked into this motel after we found every other hotel and motel in a 25 mile radius were completely booked up. The first night we stayed the air conditioning didn't work very well but when I mentioned it to the front desk clerk she told the maintenance person and when we arrived back in the room... More

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Wyoming, Ontario
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

We just returned from another relaxing stay with Dixie and Andy. Very clean rooms, great complimentary breakfast. We stay here twice a year and every time is the same with the cleanliness of the rooms and the friendly housekeepers that are there. We already booked our next visit.

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Amarillo, Texas
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

Der Ruhe Blatz Motel is very clean, neat, affordable, and highly recomended for both vacation, buisness and great for anyone in the RV Transporting buisness. Over all, an absolutely wonderful place to stay. My driving partner and I stay here quite often, while not on the road, and always geat a good night sleep and enjoy ourselves. Thank you Der... More

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Fairfield, Idaho
2 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2013

The rooms are warm and comfortable. Exceptionally clean. Have ironing board and iron, frig, bathrub with hot water , for a wonderful bath. The beds are very comfortable. It is quiet, and pet friendly. The managers are kind and very helpful. Their office is very nice and you are offered coffee and light breakfast. Can't say enough good things about... More

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lake odessa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 November 2012

Went for an overnight mid week getaway. The motel was very clean, larger screen tv, mini fridge, table and 2 chairs. Furniture and bed were made by local Amish and added a nice touch. The bed was comfortable and the room had its own heat/air conditioning unit that was easy to regulate (it was a chilly,rainy day/night). We did not... More

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Additional Information about Der Ruhe Blatz Motel

Address: 1195 S. Van Buren Street, Shipshewana, IN 46565
Region: United States > Indiana > Shipshewana
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed
Hotel Style:
Ranked #4 of 5 hotels in Shipshewana
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Built by 16 Amish families it's called the "The Rest Place" and with all there is to see and do in our quaint little town, you'll be ready to kick off your shoes at the end of the day and settle in for a quiet night. Each of the 30 rooms feature all oak furniture built by the local Amish families. ... more   less 

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