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$$

This column indicates the typical price range of this hotel. We use the following codes: E=Economy (under $50), M=Midrange ($50 to $100), U=Upscale ($100 to $150), L=Luxury (over $150). Please note that room rates fluctuate (seasonal popularity, special events in the area, etc.).

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Miles

The approximate distance in miles from the exit to the hotel. These are calculations using GPS data. Distances along city streets will be somewhat different but this should give you a good idea of the distances to Discount Hotels near the cited Interstate exit.

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Fit

Discount Hotels near I-80 in Ogallala offering  'fitness' or exercise facilities are indicated with an F in this column. If the hotel also has a spa, it is so indicated by an S in this column. Most hotels define a 'spa' as a large hot tub with built in water jets. In a few cases, fitness facilities and spas may be off-premises (entry by pass issued by the hotel) in which case dressing rooms are also present for your convenience.

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Kit

Discount Hotels near I-80 in Ogallala offering a full kitchen or 'kitchenette' are indicated with an 'K' in this column. An 'M' in this column indicates microwave available. If the room also has a refrigerator, it is so indicated by an 'R' in this column. Many hotels have some rooms furnished with microwaves and small refrigerators but you have to request them. We list them only if there is not an additional charge (or so they have informed us).

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I'net

Discount Hotels near I-80 in Ogallala offering Internet access are indicated (with an M for dial-up and W for wideband) in the I'net column. Please note that 'wideband' facilities vary. In addition to a network port (usually installed in the docking station), we suggest you bring along cables and your Windows distribution CD (in case you are required to load a special network driver). For 'dial up dataports', you would only need a modem and an RJ-11 patch cord (which you should always have with you, anyway).

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Oregon Trail
  It is a little west of Ogallala that the Oregon Trail (which had been following the Platte River upstream and beyond thus following the south bank of the South Platte) crossed the South Platte to cut north to the North Platte. They then followed the North Platte well into Wyoming (crossing it several time seeking out better terrain for the wagons.
  There has been a strong renewal of interest in the Oregon Trail and the Pioneers who courageously followed it to settle in the 'Far West'. Ash Hollow Historical Park on US-26 northwest of Ogallala (take exit 126 and just follow US-26) also has a museum containing a wide range of artifacts from the Oregon Trail period and Native Americans prior to the coming of the Europeans. Phone 1-308-778-5651 for info.

Frontier Days
  Ogallala survived the frontier days, buried its share of cowboys, gamblers, etc., in the local Boot Hill. The town puts on their version of an Old West shootout accompanied by an Old West 'musical' at their Crystal Palace Saloon. It is quite a lively affair but not quite as 'family-oriented' as the Cheyenne show.
  The Ogallala show runs daily throughout the summer. You can get the current schedule and other information from the Chamber of Commerce - toll-free 1-800-658-4390. If you are passing by, take exit 126 and their office is at 204 East A Street (which is the road on which you are driving entering Ogallala from the Interstate).

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Bald Eagle Viewing Center
  If you are driving by in the Winter (late December through March) you may wish to visit the Bald Eagle Viewing Center just below the dam at Lake McConaughly. For more information visit their web site at Bald Eagle.

Lake McConaughly
  Lake McConaughly is also a State Recreation Area offering a range of camping facilities (primitive to full service), boating, fishing and swimming at some really great beaches. (Lake McConaughy is the largest in Nebraska. It doesn't look as large as it is because if is long and skinny.)
  We couldn't find a toll-free phone number or website but their local number is 1-308-284-8800.

Sutherland Reservoir State Recreation Area
  Across the River from town of Sutherland is another State Recreation Area. This also offers primitive camping pads if you are so equipped. It also has a small swimming beach and the lake (so we were told) is warmer in the summer than its ice-cold neighbor, Lake McConaughy.
  Sutherland is a much smaller lake but super convenient - only about a mile south of exit 158.