Hotel Garber puts you within a 15-minute drive of The Willa Cather Foundation and Willa Cather Memorial Prairie. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.
Willa Cather Memorial Prairie - 12 min drive - 20.7 km
Geographic Center of the Contiguous United States - 21 min drive - 40.9 km
Lovewell State Park - 51 min drive - 74.7 km
Home on the Range Cabin - 52 min drive - 79.1 km
Restaurants
On The Brix - 1 min walk
Subway - 1 min walk
The Palace Lounge & Steakhouse - 1 min walk
The Corner Nook-Red Cloud - 1 min walk
Alley Cats Bowling - 1 min walk
About this property
Hotel Garber
Hotel Garber puts you within a 15-minute drive of The Willa Cather Foundation and Willa Cather Memorial Prairie. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.
At a glance
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Hotel size
27 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 21
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Forresters - Onsite restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Service fee: USD 2.99 per accommodation, per night
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 12.95 for adults and USD 8.95 for children
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Hotel Garber Hotel
Hotel Garber Red Cloud
Hotel Garber Hotel Red Cloud
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Hotel Garber?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Garber?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Garber?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Hotel Garber and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include The Willa Cather Foundation (3-min walk), Willa Cather Memorial Prairie (10 mi), and Geographic Center of the Contiguous United States (19.6 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Garber?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Forresters.
Does Hotel Garber have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator.
What's the area around Hotel Garber like?
Hotel Garber is located a short 3-minute walk from The Willa Cather Foundation.
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Reviews
Hotel Garber Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10
Cleanliness
9.8
Amenities
10
Staff & service
10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2026
Historical hotel, staff was great, friendly and room was great
Darrell
Darrell, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2026
Outstanding, personal service, fantastic property
Bruce
Bruce, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2026
The room was very nicely decorated and the bed was very comfortable. The lobby was very welcoming and friendly and helpful staff.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2025
Corner suite, renovation of room and hotel was beautiful-staff friendly, helpful. Would stay again
David G
David G, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 6, 2025
This was an amazing hotel. Recently renovated luxury rooms and historical charm. Right in the middle of Red Cloud. Amazing staff who were helpful and friendly. If you are in the area, stay here!
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2025
Hotel was brand new, well decorated and staff was completely delightful!!! Town is adorable!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 27, 2025
Nicely restored hotel in a historic building on the Main Street of a small peaceful town on the Nebraska prairie. Friendly and welcoming staff made for an especially pleasant stay. It was so nice to get off the freeway to see rural Nebraska.
Eric
Eric, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 9, 2025
Great stay
It is an Amy property. It was clean and very quiet
Joleen
Joleen, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2025
Cute place with friendly staff, newly renovated (opened early April 2025), very clean. The beds were comfortable. The breakfast is basic (eggs, biscuits, gravy, fruit, oatmeal, coffee, tea and juice), but freshly prepared and affordable; a good option in Red Cloud!
Tara
Tara, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2025
Great place to stay. Clean and quiet rooms. Staff if great. Beautiful property. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Jessica
Jessica, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 19, 2025
I've been looking forward to experiencing Hotel Garber since my first visit to Red Cloud in 2021, when the hotel was in early planning stages. It far surpassed all my hopes. The design is impeccable, it's comfortable and well-appointed. Breakfast was tasty and convenient. It's also so conveniently located half a block from the doorstep of Willa Cather Center. The cherry on top is the friendly staff who made me feel right at home.
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 23, 2025
Hotel Garber is exactly the kind of place you hope to find when you're wandering through small-town America—clean, calm, and way cooler than you'd expect. It's got that "modern comfort meets historical soul" kind of vibe going on, and it pulls it off beautifully.
The building itself has real presence. You can feel the history in the walls, but nothing feels old or rundown. They’ve clearly put care into updating things without stripping away the original charm. The rooms were spotless and comfortable, with just enough personality to remind you you’re not in a cookie-cutter chain hotel off the interstate.
Location-wise? Couldn’t be better. You’re steps away from downtown Red Cloud, Willa Cather’s stomping grounds, and the kind of slow-paced charm that makes you remember why small towns matter.
And the staff? Total pros—warm, helpful, and happy to chat or leave you be, whichever you prefer. There’s no attitude here, just genuine hospitality.
Hotel Garber feels like a hidden retreat that respects its past while offering the kind of rest and peace you hope to find when you’re traveling with purpose—or just getting away from it all. Highly recommend.
Rick
Rick, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2025
Great hotel
Bennett
Bennett, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 30, 2025
Great hotel, very friendly staff, very good restaurant.
krzysztof
krzysztof, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
The rooms were very nice and enjoyed all the old photograghs.
Joann
Joann, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2025
Restoration of an old building with top notch amenities was great. Downtown Red Cloud was Hallmark like.
Tim
Tim, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2025
Beautiful stay. Definitely 10/10 recommend!!!!!
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2025
Fantastic!
Incredibly friendly staff and a wonderfully renovated hotel. My pup and I were welcomed and had fun exploring around town.
Anna
Anna, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2025
We stayed here on the last night of our road trip, and we wish we had more time.
Thank you for a wonderful stay, and we will definitely be back!
Misti
Misti, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 10, 2025
Good coffee
Larry
Larry, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2025
We did not eat breakfast as part of our reservation.