I rated this hotel average, because it's just about normal for the types of hotels in which I stay. I try to stay in hotels that are under $100/night, and the AmericInn Motel Forest Lake was under $100. They do have a great discount, though. If you show them your Running Aces Harness Park rewards card you get a 15% discount. Running Aces is the racetrack and casino that is 3 miles away from the hotel. Just stop by the casino, sign up for a rewards card (it is free), then show the card when you check in to the hotel.
Even though you can tell the hotel is older, they do a good job of keeping it in good repair. I did not see anything that was broken or falling apart. My water temperature did fluctuate a little while I was showering, though. The bed was comfortable (not too firm, but not too soft), and the pillows were very soft. The shower was clean, but there were a few hairs around the sink. The pool and hot tub in the hotel were both fully functional and in good condition.
Across the street from the hotel are Target, WalMart, McDonald's, and Taco Bell. I don't know what else is around the area, because the point of my trip was the casino.
Overall, it's an average hotel, the staff were very friendly, and I would stay here again.
