North Dakota motel prices were listed from about $57 to $142 per night on Expedia’s North Dakota motel page in late October 2026, and its monthly base-rate trend ran from about $75 in October to $97 in January and July. There is no official statewide average, so treat these as a guide. State sales tax of 5% applies to stays under 30 days, and many cities add their own taxes.
Quick Answer
Expedia listed North Dakota motels from about $57 to $142 a night in late October 2026, with monthly base rates between $75 (October) and $97 (January and July). Add 5% state sales tax plus any city taxes.
North Dakota Motel Prices at a Glance
Expedia’s page for the state listed 46 motels, with a lowest listed price of $57 and a highest of $142. It also shows a month-by-month trend of base rates, which exclude taxes and fees. That trend is a better planning tool than a single average because it shows how much the season matters.
| Month | Expedia base rate (before taxes and fees) |
|---|---|
| January | $97 |
| February | $96 |
| March | $80 |
| April | $78 |
| May | $90 |
| June | $85 |
| July | $97 |
| August | $90 |
| September | $89 |
| October | $75 |
| November | $88 |
| December | $88 |
The cheapest month in this trend is October ($75) and the most expensive are January and July ($97). The spread across the year is about $22 a night, which is small compared with the day-to-day differences you may see for a specific city and date.
North Dakota Motel Prices by City
City data is thin for North Dakota, so we only quote figures we could read:
- Fargo: KAYAK’s Fargo motel page showed an overall motel average of about $84 a night and two-week weeknight and weekend averages of $79 each. Its listed cheapest month was November and the priciest was July. Travelocity’s Fargo motel page showed a lowest price of $58 total per night at one motel.
- Bismarck, Grand Forks, Minot and Williston: We did not find reliable motel-specific averages for these cities, so check live prices for your dates. Oil-field activity, university events, fairs and holidays can all tighten rooms in smaller markets.
Small towns often have only a few rooms, so a local event can make the last cheap room disappear. Compare a nearby town if prices jump.
What Changes Motel Prices in North Dakota?
- Season: Expedia’s trend shows the highest base rates in January and July and the lowest in October.
- Location: Fargo, Bismarck and Grand Forks have the most rooms; smaller towns have fewer, so demand can swing prices.
- Events and work travel: Sports, university weekends, fairs and energy-industry work can raise rates.
- Amenities and policies: Breakfast, parking, pet fees and cancellation terms change what a room really costs.
Taxes on North Dakota Motel Rooms
The North Dakota Tax Department’s hotel and motel guideline says room rentals of less than 30 consecutive days are subject to sales and use tax. The local taxes by location guideline lists a 5% state sales tax, plus city sales taxes and local lodging taxes in some cities, including Fargo, Grand Forks, Minot, Valley City and West Fargo. Rates differ by city, so compare the final total at checkout.
How to Save on a North Dakota Motel
- Consider an October or spring visit; Expedia’s base rates were lowest in October ($75) and in March and April ($80 and $78).
- Compare the final total with taxes and fees on two booking sites and the motel’s own site.
- Choose free cancellation when the savings are small, then recheck the price before the deadline.
- Look at nearby towns when Fargo, Bismarck or Grand Forks is busy.
- Check parking, breakfast and winter-related amenities such as plug-in outlets before choosing the lowest rate.
Sample Budgets for a Short Stay
This table multiplies Expedia’s listed price range and its lowest and highest monthly base rates by the number of nights, before taxes and fees. It is arithmetic on snapshot figures, not a price quote.
| Scenario | 1 night | 3 nights | 7 nights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest listed price ($57) | $57 | $171 | $399 |
| Highest listed price ($142) | $142 | $426 | $994 |
| Cheapest month base rate ($75) | $75 | $225 | $525 |
| Priciest month base rate ($97) | $97 | $291 | $679 |
Compare other North Dakota lodging: North Dakota hotel prices, North Dakota resort prices, North Dakota Airbnb prices and Fargo hotel prices. For national context see the USA motel price guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a motel cost per night in North Dakota?
There is no official statewide average. In late October 2026, Expedia listed North Dakota motels from about $57 to $142 a night, and its monthly base-rate trend ranged from about $75 in October to $97 in January and July. Taxes and fees are extra.
What is the cheapest month to stay at a North Dakota motel?
Expedia's trend showed October as the cheapest month at about $75 a night, followed by April ($78) and March ($80). January and July were the most expensive at about $97.
What taxes apply to North Dakota motel rooms?
The North Dakota Tax Department says room rentals of less than 30 days are subject to sales and use tax, and it lists a 5% state sales tax. Many cities add their own sales or lodging taxes, so the total varies by location.
How much does a week in a North Dakota motel cost?
Using Expedia's listed range of $57 to $142 a night, seven nights would be roughly $399 to $994 before taxes and fees. Ask the motel about weekly rates, which some properties offer.
How far ahead should I book a North Dakota motel?
There is no reliable statewide rule. Book earlier for events, holidays and summer weekends, and choose a free-cancellation rate so you can recheck the price later.
Sources
- Expedia: North Dakota motels (price range and monthly base-rate trend, checked late October 2026)
- KAYAK: Fargo motels
- Travelocity: Fargo motels
- North Dakota Tax Department: hotels and motels
- North Dakota Tax Department: local taxes by location
