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BlueJay Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Salem with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Exterior
Exterior
Reception
Staircase
Italian cuisine
BlueJay Motel provides amenities, such as a corner/local shop and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

4.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Tonight
Oct 1 - Oct 2
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Tomorrow
Oct 2 - Oct 3
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View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Air conditioning

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
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About the area

Salem is home to BlueJay Motel. Dixie Caverns and Showtimers Community Theatre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Green Hill Park Trailhead and Longwood Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Moyers Sports Complex or Salem Civic Center.
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Map
5399 W Main St, Salem, VA, 24153

What's nearby

  • Dixie Caverns - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Salem Civic Center - 14 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Valley View Mall - 20 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital - 26 min drive - 36.3 km
  • Tanglewood Mall - 27 min drive - 27.5 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke Station - 22 min drive
  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Camp Seagis - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive

About this property

BlueJay Motel

Property highlights
BlueJay Motel provides amenities, such as a corner/local shop and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Newspapers in the reception, a vending machine and ATM/banking services
  • A 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guest rooms at BlueJay Motel boast thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Sicily Italian Cuisine

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1960
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 15
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out fee: USD 15

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 15 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 15
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 35 mi (56 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
Masks are required at the property for guests who have not received COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Blue Jay Motel Salem
Blue Jay Salem
Blue Jay Motel
Hotel Salem Roanoke I 81

Frequently asked questions

Is BlueJay Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at BlueJay Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at BlueJay Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 15 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at BlueJay Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 15.

Where is BlueJay Motel located?

Situated in Salem, this motel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Dixie Caverns and within 9 miles (15 km) of Green Hill Park Trailhead and Roanoke College. Moyers Sports Complex and Salem Civic Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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BlueJay Motel Reviews

Reviews

4.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 80 reviews

5.0/10

Cleanliness

5.4/10

Staff & service

3.6/10

Amenities

4.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not stay Left after one hour. Was filthy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value! Traditional road-side motel - no frills, but clean and a nice bed to sleep in. Really easy check-in/check-out with not issues!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Esther

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not a good motel, not a hotel.

Arrived and name on motel was Bluejay, not what was advertised. Would not suggest others to stay. Towels felt like they were hung dry. If I wasn't so exhausted would not have stayed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Aged property and non-smoking room smells like smoke, but there is a fridge with freezer, microwave and a nice Mexican restaurant a mile down the road. Inexpensive compared with near by options, and close to trailhead.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very much enjoyed our stay here. After reading previous reviews we almost canceled and went elsewhere. I'm glad we didn't do that. It was quiet (other than traffic which is not something that they can control) and there were no issues at all. I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Viktor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel is in the middle of the freeway, right next to the gas station and there is nothing around. It is very run down place. Picture of the room is from a different motel or taken 30 years ago. There are no people were around and i saw staff member only twice-when i got the key and on check out. There was a power outage for about 6 hours or more, i could not find anyone to ask for a flashlight or a candle. I guess when you need a place with a door for one night, i’ll do.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sean

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay away

Looked nothing like the pictures in the the actual room, name different on the sign
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Anne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Norman Bates

Took 20 minutes to register site. Clearly shows there is new paint and new bedding and new linens and new flooring, but apparently these are just showrooms. I ended up in a room that hadn't had the carpet changed for 50 years. Colors were brand new but over the top of dirty stained walls. Stains already starting to show through no bathtub. Just a shower tiny clearly says on the check-in. No refunds which should have told me something right then
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

john

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
room was terrible and I'm not a picky person
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Erica

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a scary site when we pulled up and the sign at the road does not even read OYO Hotel, it reads Blue Jay Motel. I would pass on staying here again, we were supposed to stay 2 nights and only stayed 1 and I would not even use the shower, I took my shower somewhere else and not at this scary place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

James

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No heat, no new soap only a used soap bar, no tissue, broken sink, needs a total renovation
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Never again

Think i rather sleep in my car then there again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good for a single night. The soap was so old that it didn't work until you left it in water for awhile.

2/10 Terrible

James

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Towels were dingy and stained, room smelled like mold, carpeting was soiled
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Poor outside signage.....had previous motel signage in front of property. Rather worn furniture around entrance to property. Bed was comfortable and afforded us a good night's sleep. Room was clean; TV worked well. All outlets on room operated off entrance switch light switch. Did not notice until next morning as my phone did not charge. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sub standard no service

This place is a dump, it listed check in as 4pm-Midnight, we got there at 11pm and no one was at the lobby. Two cats roamed the dirty lobby room, the hotel sign said Blue Jay Hotel, not listed on the info. I do not recommend this place, we are hoping to get a refund for no service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Valerie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don’t usually give reviews and certainly not bad ones but seems this property had its heyday in the 1950s and hasn’t been updated since. I should have read the prior reviews as I mistakenly assumed the OYO connection helped but there was no sign, literally, of OYO and the pictures online are very misleading. This property is what it is - a rundown roadside motel - and you get what you pay for.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

gayle

The place was overbooked. No notification that it was. Had notified that we would be late arriving. Had to find a new place at 11.30 pm
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Dianna

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and rooms were very old and outdated. The bathroom door had to be slammed to shut and yanked very hard to open. Nobody was ever at the office window. Not once was there ANY housekeeping and I had to borrow their vacuum to vacuum my own room. I was there for 4 nights of yuck.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Kenneth

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Run down facility. TV didn’t work. Bathroom in bad condition.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Beatriz

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Need a lot of work , facelift !!

The room is nothing as it showed on the website, I never check the reviews but after this experience believe me I WILL !! There were cracks in the walls, the bathroom was disgusting, no many amenities, try to contact the attendant we never find it …..???
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

charlotte

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
no lights in the room worked. burn holes in the bedspread. black hairs all over the sink and faucet. no hot water ever.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sabrina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
0 hot water. Asked to check in at 1pm, told $10 extra per hour. Asked for a 2nd night at same rate, told "because it is 11am price will be different." Young lady and young man polite. Older man very unfriendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Staff & service

No after-hours check in

I was not able to check in at all. I arrived about 1:00 am after a football game at Va Tech. There was no one at the front desk. I rang the bell but no one came. I was not able to get into a room. Terrible check in system.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Melanie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I arrived and there was NO RESERVATION FROM EXPEDIA. I had to scramble and find another hotel in the area during a sold out Virginia Tech Parents weekend trip. I had to pay $300 a night at two different hotels to accomodate me and my son. Then Expedia says that I am not going to get a refund. This was a horrific experience. Not only do I deserve a FULL REFUND (cannot believe you said I am not getting one) but you should ALSO reimburse me for the two hotels I had to find LAST MINUTE in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024