Welcome to The Springs Motel


		1801 Xenia Ave. (on the south end of town) Yellow Springs, Ohio 45387 info@thespringsmotel.com N39' 47.147 W 083' 54.171

>>>>> Locally owned and operated since 2002 <<<<< Welcome

Skip all this and just show me the rates!

Wireless Internet     Select Comfort bed (room #4)     Cable TV     All non-smoking rooms!     A/C     Refrigerators
Free Continental Breakfast     Free local & long distance     Hairdryers     Large plush towels
Clock radios     Fire circle     Screened gazebo      Honor-system snacks
Cards are in your nightstand and games are available at the office.

Solar! 20 solar panels are quietly providing the motel with as much as 4.7kw of power. In the lobby you can see the monitor showing how much energy our star is producing for the motel. Or go here to see the panels "live" and in action: https://enlighten.enphaseenergy.com/public/systems/Amw649245 Remember, every gadget you leave on in your room uses us this valuable non-carbon fuel (so turn off your TV and lights when you leave the room, ok?).

Last year the rooms that had a double and twin bed now have a QUEEN and twin bed! Room #9 & 11 have been upgraded to a "memory foam" mattress. No, this does not mean a rate increase... haven't had one for about four years now. The TV's in rooms #4 and #9 have a DVD player but I suggest you bring your own movies to watch.

Remember to book well in advance for events that are the most popular: Yoga workshops, Writer's Workshop, reunions, holidays, residencies, street fairs, graduations, etc., etc., With only 12 rooms, all I have to do is sneeze and the rooms are gone! Not a sales pitch, I swear.

We still have so much going on in town. Click on the image and you will get a new page from our local Chamber to see all the happenings in town. You can also head toward the bottom of the page for my semi-updated calendar of events.

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Something new: Shampoo dispensers! Many of you have suggested I eliminate the mini-bottles and mini-soaps and opt for the shower dispensers. So, I now have them and their loaded with VERY NICE liquid soap and conditioning shampoo. Last year I threw away almost 2,000 partly used mini-shampoos and the same number of soap bars! I will still have them available but I am hoping you will try the new system. I'm not cheap... it costs more to use the dispensers because the mini's are actually very inexpensive. I just hate to see them head to the dump.

It's a small town kinda thing... Both the B&B and my little motel often times operate with no one "at the helm". These are one person operations and often times you will find the owners out and about, shopping, visiting family or friends, etc. Be prepared to check yourself in when you arrive. I have special ways for you to check in when there is no one home so please don't be offended when you get here. At night, I put out the breakfast, set the coffee maker on auto-pilot, count the sheep and head off to blissful slumber. Again, check yourself in make yourself at home (and be very, very quiet... the other guests will thank you!). You will find most of the town is this same way... but I still have a camera in the lobby...

What makes a cheap motel a great motel? It's difficult to price the motel correctly... if you are from a big city or from the east or west coast, a motel for $59 must be a dump. If you are from the midwest or suburbia, USA then $59 sounds kinda high (after all, you can get a Super 8 for less than that!). The point here is that you get a cute little room (about 12' x 14'), filled with amenities in a beautiful country setting and close to our little downtown (about a mile and a half). My challenge is to get people to stop in and see the place. Too often these little gems have become run down or worse. Not here! It's cheap because I'm comfortable with that concept, I've been in the travel business for about 15 years and since I love a bargain, I love giving a bargain. If you want a pool, 24 hour desk service, etc. hmmm... best go someplace else.

Get on a wait-list if you don't see a date that fit's into your life journey to Yellow Springs (come on, you know what I'm talking about or you wouldn't be thinking of coming here!). I don't take your credit card unless/until the room becomes available so there's nothing to lose.


Rent the entire motel from only $499 - $549* plus taxes. That's right, your own personal 12 bedroom/12 bath chateau in the country for just you and your friends/family. In the past year I have hosted many family reunions and a few wedding groups. It's a great deal and more fun when the whole place is yours. Put the party poopers in rooms #1-3 (the smaller rooms) and keep the all nighters close to the commons area... Call 937-767-8700 for a brochure. (*2012 price)

There is a small fridge in the lobby on the honor system for sodas and snacks... honor system, ok? No, really, put the 50 cents in the jar. Thanks! There is also a small microwave in the lobby to warm up your leftovers but don't use it while I'm brewing coffee or the office fuse will blow... no, I don't want to talk about it...

Going to see a show at Peach's? Please, please, please check in BEFORE you go to the show. I can't stay up until 1am and keep a good temperament. This doesn't mean I won't welcome you with open arms if you check in late... it just means that I'll probably have bad breath and B.O... credit cards are required for walk-in guests. Also, if you stay up late, please head for the gazebo or fire circle... it's impolite to park yourself outside the rooms for late night conversation. (thanks!)

Click here for a room-by-room chart with my amazingly low rates for each room. Remember, you'll also get my famous continental "breakfast basket" and a "Clean & Cozy" room!

Want to compare the Springs Motel and the B&B in town? I'll try to keep it fair... click here

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Remember to reserve quickly because I only have 12 rooms!


	Most rooms have either one queen bed or one queen bed with a twin. Room #4 is the largest room with a Select Comfort queen bed. Breakfast baskets are available in the lobby each day until about 10am Cable TV & fridge in all rooms Sorry... no swimming pool. Microwave is in the lobby. All non-smoking


Check Availability & Make a Reservation! Email Affordable Rates Non-Smoking Rooms Cable TV Continental "Breakfast Basket" Weekly Discounts All Major Credit Cards Picnic Table Gazebo Beautiful country setting! For more information about Yellow Springs call the Chamber of Commerce. 937-767-2686 or on the Web: www.yellowspringsohio.org I am very sorry but the hotel was built in the 50's and there are no handicapped rooms. Please leave your pets at home, they would not be happy here. I have a few exceptions for dogs but NO CATS please. Sometimes when you call you will get the voice mail. I'm not trying to avoid you... anytime I can get some good weather, I'm outside sprucing up the place. Please leave a message and I'll call you back right away. Rent the whole motel from only $499 - $549* per night + tax. This INCLUDES your breakfast baskets, 24 cans of soda, snack bags and more. Perfect for family reunions, weddings, small gatherings. Call 937-767-8700 for more information and date restrictions. 2 night minimum on weekends and holidays. (*2012 price!)


Welcome! We hope you enjoy your stay with us. We offer small cozy rooms in a classic "by-ways" type motel. We are located on the very edge of the scenic village of Yellow Springs, just 1.5 miles south of downtown. As of 11/1/06 all rooms are non-smoking! Enjoy a picnic in our screened gazebo, ride the bike trails, hike the waterfalls and springs or just enjoy a day in town shopping. We will try to make your stay fun and enjoyable. Remember, Yellow Springs is not for everyone. It's a bit "retro". The shops are not filled with your typical touristic junk. This is a community of artisans; both in food and art.

Make your reservations well in advance! We have only 12 rooms and the many festivals and activities in town cause us to fill up quickly. If you are planning to dine at the Winds Cafe, let me know. You will want a reservation.
And now a message from my evil twin: * Alert - my 2 day advance cancellation policy is very strict! If you do not cancel at least two days in advance your credit card will be charged. Holding more than one room? Then it's 7 days in advance! Please don't give me your credit card unless you are fully aware of this policy. *
Activities nearby: Extensive Bikeways Glen Helen Nature Preserve John Bryan State Park Historic Downtown with fine and casual dining Clifton Mill Clifton Antique Shops Clifton Gorge State Park Skate Park Not too far from USAF museum Dollar General is just down the street
Need more info? www.ysnews.com - our local newspaper online www.yschamber.org - everything Y.S.! www.windscafe.com - top 10 restaurant in the Dayton area www.peachsgrill.com - multitude of beers on tap & great food www.youngsdairy.com- family fun, animals, ice cream, mini golf, battng cages www.cliftonmill.com - working water power grist mill, restaurant, more www.littleart.com - specializes in foreign and art films
Major Industries: Yellow Springs Instrument Co. (next door) Morris Bean The Antioch Company Vernay Labs
Universities & Colleges: Antioch College (1.2 miles) Wright State Central State Ant ioch University Midwest Wilberforce Wittenberg Cedarville Clark State Most of these are 15 to 20 minutes away
Festivals: Street Fair - Second Saturday in June and October Book Fair - First Saturday in August Art on the Lawn - Second Saturday in August AACW Blues Fest - End of Aug/Early Sept (varies) Holiday in the Village & the Nature Arts and Crafts Show - Saturday & Sunday before Thanksgiving There are many others not listed here... go to the bottom of the page.


The Springs Motel is located at 1801 Xenia Ave., 1.5 miles south of downtown Yellow Springs.

Enjoy your "breakfast baskets"! It's a great way to have an a.m. snack before going out on you hikes, bike rides or just hanging out downtown. But please, let me keep the basket and bandana...

My "clean & cozy" rooms are quite affordable. No, not the cheapest thing in the area but certainly the best! With all the money you save staying here you can leave a little $omething for my cleaning crew...hint, hint. Rates for 2012 - small rooms: $49, standard rooms: $59, Largest room: $69 (Select Comfort Sleep by Number queen bed), whole motel: $499 - $549 (two night min. on weekends/events) These rates INCLUDE a breakfast basket for each guest. Check in time is 3:00pm (call if you need to check in earlier) Check out time is 11:00am (late check out, if available, $20 until 1pm or $30 until 5pm - must arrange in advance) Quiet time starts at 10:00pm - Please respect the needs of others for a good night sleep - the gazebo is best when late All rooms are NON SMOKING rooms - I trust your ability to respect mine and other's needs I'll know if you sneak your pet into a room because my dog will sit outside your door and whine! Please note: I am NOT trying to be the cheapest motel in the area (just the best)! Heading north on the bikeway? The entrance to town is marked by a large iron and wood bridge you will pass under. After about 500 feet, look for the (horse) riding center. After about another 500 feet look for Allen St. (it only goes left). Sorry, it's uphill. Take this road until it ends on Xenia Ave. (Rt. 68), turn left and go for about 3 blocks. The motel is on the right shortly past the Dollar General store. If you stay on the bike trail for about another 1/2 mile (instead of turning left onto Allen St.), you can visit the downtown area first. From the Dayton airport. Take I-70 east to I-675 south. Take the Dayton-Yellow Springs Rd. exit (#20) Turn right at the light and go about 6 miles until the road dead-ends into Xenia Ave. (Rt. 68). Go right for 1 1/2 miles. When you get to the car wash, slow down. Look, to your right... It's the motel! This is the easy way to the motel... not necessarily the fastest, but this way you will get to drive through the village. Directionally impaired? Take I-70 all the way to Rt. 68 (exit 52A) and head south for about 8 1/2 miles. From the Columbus airport. Take I-70 west to Rt. 68, exit 52A (just past Springfield). Go south about 7 miles. Once in downtown Y.S. go another 1 1/2 mile. We're on the right. From Cincinnati**. Take I-75 north to I-675. At the Dayton-Yellow Springs Rd. exit (#20) turn right at the light. See "from the Dayton airport" for the rest of the directions.


This is the events calendar as I know of... Unless noted, regular prices apply. Dates/events are subject to change or cancellation by the event coordinater (I'm just the messenger).


2011 Check out the Chamber of Commerce link further up on the page for much more info!	Call now if you are going to rent the whole motel! 937-767-8700	Whole motel rentals are also subject to minimum stays
3rd Friday every month	Friday Fling in Yellow Springs	Shops stay open late usually some other events
December 16 - 18	Weekend Fling in the Village	Carriage rides, shopping, etc.
Nov 27(?) to January 1, 2011	Clifton Mill lights	Do NOT miss this display of 3.5 million lights
April 28 - May 2	Yoga! Judith Lasater	4 night minimum or waitlist short stay
May 24 - 28	Young's Dairy Carnival	mmmm. ice cream!
June 9, 2012	Street Fair	2 night minimum
June 15 - 17	3rd weekend fling and Friday art stroll	High season, book soon!
July 20 - 22	3rd weekend flign and Cirque Carnival	Have to see it to believe it
August 4	Vintage Truck Show	Young's Dairy
August 11	Art on the Lawn	Mills Lawn School grounds
August 24 - 26	AACW Blues Fest	2 night minimum
Sept 7-9	Yoga! Eric Schiffmann	2 night minimum
Sept 15 & 16	Wool Gathering	2 night minimum
October 13	Street Fair	2 night minimum
Nov 17 & 18	Glen Helen Nature Arts & Craft Show	Great event
Be sure to call and get on a waitlist for sold out weekends! There are often last minute cancellations. 937-767-8700


Compare the Springs Motel and the B & B	Springs Motel - $49+	B & B - $95+
Private Bathrooms	X	X
Veeery clean rooms!	X	X
Cooked to order breakfast	.	X
Continental breakfast basket (muffins/juice/fruit/coffee/tea)	X	No
In room phones w/ data-port & FREE LONG DISTANCE!!	X	No
WiFi	X	X
Small playground / basketball hoop / fire circle / gazebo / canopy swing	X	No
Public playground	.	X
Downtown	.	X
Country setting (1.5 miles to downtown)	X	No
TV	Cable TV	No
Eat in rooms / pizza delivery	X	No
All non-smoking inside building/rooms	X	X
Hairdryers	X	.X
Commons or public area	Outside	X
Owners often out shopping or having some fun!	X	X


Room by room descriptions - All rooms have a small fridge, a/c, small desk, cable TV, phone with free calls, clock radio, hairdryer with nightlight and more! Want to see pictures? Click the "Check Availability..." link below. Remember we have a weekly rate in the winter!
#1 / $49	Small room - Double bed, comfy chair, small dogs ok (but any barking will banish them to the car!)
#2 / $49	Small room - Double bed, single loveseat/futon, small non-barking dogs by request
#3 / $49	Small room - Double bed, single loveseat/futon
#4 / $69	Largest room - Select Comfort sleep-by-number queen pillow-topped bed, two comfy chairs in a "sitting area", iHome clock radio, larger fridge
#5 / $59	Queen bed, comfy chair
#6 / $59	Queen bed & Twin bed plus all the usual wonderfulness we offer!
#7 / $59	Queen bed, comfy chair
#8 / $59	Queen & Twin bed, wood paneling (like a cabin but it's not dark or gloomy!)
#9 / $59	Queen "memory foam" bed, comfy reclining chair (my current favorite room with a "Tex-Mex" theme)
#10 / $59	Queen & Twin beds, plus the extra's you get with all the rooms (free breakfast, phone calls, bottled water, etc.)
#11 / $59	Queen bed, comfy reclining chair
#12 / $59	Queen & Twin beds on the end toward the gazebo
You are welcome to request a specific room but if I need to move you to a similar room for some reason, please don't get upset. Ready to Check Availability, See Pictures of the Rooms or Make a Reservation?