Travel and Places

5 worst motels in Omaha

The Shabby-Shabby Shack: If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to time travel back to the 1970s, but without any of the fun, The Shabby Shack is your go-to destination in Omaha. Complete with mysteriously stained carpets and a vintage TV that only plays infomercials, it’s like a history lesson no one asked for.

Mom’s Motel Misadventure: This place is famous for its ‘Guess the Stain’ game, included in every room! The air conditioning is a game of chance – will it be Arctic freeze or Sahara heat today? And for those who love surprises, the randomly scheduled hot water will add a thrilling start to your morning.

Seriously Sleepless Inn: Conveniently located right under the airport’s flight path, you’ll be serenaded by the gentle roar of planes at all hours. The rooms come with a complimentary mystery novel: trying to figure out how to connect to the Wi-Fi.

The Dastardly Dismal Den: Here, each room is uniquely themed with various odors – will you get the ‘Eau de Wet Dog’ or the ‘Aroma of Unknown’? The highlight is the continental breakfast, featuring cereal older than some of the guests.

The Gaseous Gloomy Lodge: Where the lights flicker not for ambiance, but because they’re just old. The beds have that special ‘sink-in-the-middle’ design, perfect for those who enjoy a more concave sleeping experience. Bonus: the soap in the bathroom is so small, you’ll feel like a giant!

Joe Ditzel

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