What a treasure! Wonderful communication before hand to set up our stay one night while passing through this beautiful countryside. Our entire family was in awe of the beauty of the Prairie all around on the drive to this little slice of heaven. An old yellow house on a sprawling property. Our boys got to experience what it's like out in the countryside of this part of Nebraska. They fed llama's, swung in a big old tree swing, tossed some horseshoes and slept comfortably under the sound of a rainstorm on the roof. Everything is lush and green. Our hosts are very good people to know. We ate dinner at an old café down the road and enjoyed the burgers and chicken strips for the kids. The locals here treated us very nice. I found this little town remarkable and so rich in history that it overwhelmed my senses in a wonderful way. The sky at dusk and early morning are spectacular. read more

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This place is a home away from home. The proprietors have put a lot of work and love into making the place beautiful, cozy, and conducive to relaxation. Their hospitality was outstanding: switching rooms when the first didn't suit, providing a generous spread of fresh fruit and homemade cinnamon rolls each morning, heating up baby food, lending us dishes for our barbecue, and then washing them afterwards...the list goes on and on. There's a lovely patio area, and a beautiful living and dining area inside. The lawn comes complete with lawn games and an old-fashioned tree swing. Dave will cook up fantastic meals to order and take care of your every need. Additionally, the small (nay, tiny) town is perfect for wandering, and features a lovely playground, a (sometimes open) swimming pool, a library that's open for a few hours on Tuesdays and Fridays, a one-man farmer's market on Friday, and the Most Unlikely Place, an art gallery and cafe that's lives up to its name. The few people you find here are kind, curious, sociable, and generally delightful. You'd think all this would come at a sky-high price, but the prices are equal to or better than any of the chain hotels in Ogallala. For about 20 extra minutes of driving off the beaten path of Highway 80, you'll find an oasis of peace, beauty, and goodwill. Be forewarned, though: one night here will have you wanting more! read more

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No longer a hotel. Needs to be re categorized. It appears to be turning into a small or low income community.

Dave and Trish, the owners, have put so much love into this place and you can tell. This place was so charming to stay at. They were amazing hosts always asking if we needed anything and were always there to answer any questions we had about the location restaurants, shops and stores. We will definitely be staying here again next time we visit this area! read more

We took a three day weekend trip from Denver to Lewellen (and visited Ogallala and Oshkosh too) and it felt like we took a trip back through time. We encountered two llamas named George and Zorro and their nice owners walking down the neighborhood dirt road, we played at a park and ate mulberries off of a tree with a local boy named Dominic, we watched an open air performance about Nebraska Oregon Trail history while eating a chuck wagon supper at the Ash Hollow Historical Pageant, and we stayed in the Gingerbread Cottage at the Gander Inn for two nights. It was comfortable and clean with a floral/country feel. The two double beds were decent (a little on the firm side) with crisp, clean sheets and there was also a day bed off of the living room and a nice, big sectional couch. The kitchen had a tiny fridge, a microwave, a toaster oven, dishes, and a hot plate, along with a dining room table that seats four. My kids absolutely loved the tree swing out back. I briefly spoke with both owners who seemed very nice. I was definitely bummed to hear that they no longer served breakfast but there is a grocery store in Oshkosh (about a 12 minute drive) and also an art gallery/cafe called A Most Unlikely Place (5 minute walk) that opens at 9 Weds-Sat (the owners, artists, and gallery were fun, the food was mediocre at best). There is a bar/restaurant across the street from the gallery called The Blind Goose but we didn't try it. There is also a cafe/gas station about a 5 minute drive away that opens at 6am but we never did try that either. All in all, I would definitely recommend Gander Inn as a cheaper alternative to staying near Lake Mac. The place is nice, the people are nice, and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. read more

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Fantastic place. The breakfast alone is worth the stay! Clean, comfortable, and cozy. Dave and Kris made us feel at home. We will absolutely returning sometime in the near future. This place is what small town America is all about. read more

By chance I found the Gander Inn in Lewellen, what a wonderful discovery! A small group of us rented the Lodge for three days and Dave and Kris made us feel right at home and prepared the most delicious meals for us. Before we departed we made our reservations for next year, we were not going to take a chance on losing out. If you are headed any where near Lewellen and looking for a hotel room, give them a call, you will not be disappointed!! read more

I use a lot of motels and B&Bs in rural areas for work, and this is one of the best values I have ever run into. Dave makes homemade, hearty, varied breakfasts, including a great variety of fresh fruit. The rooms are spacious and well cared for. The property shows this inn is a labor of love. read more

I grew up in the town of Lewellen and during visits "back home", I struggled to find good lodging. The Gander Inn has become my family's go-to place for a comfortable, clean place to stay, but also for amazing food. I have two young children who are excited for the delicious pancakes or french toast. Everything is made fresh and the staff go out of their way to make sure everyone is happy. Speaking of happy, the breakfast stacker is a house specialty of deliciousness. If you're going through Lewellen, book a room at the Gander Inn and you won't regret it. read more

My husband just spent 4 nights here. He said the rooms are clean and nice. The staff is wonderful and the food is terrific!

The breakfast alone is a reason to stay here. Dave made us feel welcome right away and had a firm, honest handshake. It's a place where dogs are welcome but not overwhelming or running around untethered. We thoroughly enjoyed the green chili and it was a chance for me to introduce an American western staple to my German partner. As if that wasn't enough we also had the stuffed French toast, which we will look forward to the next chance we have to stay. Thanks! read more

I love this place! It is a 15 minute drive from Lake McConaughy and well worth it. The rooms are extremely clean and well kept. I have stayed here several times over the winter on my trips to the lake and have always been greeted by Dave and his wife. Extremely nice! Small town America at its best! read more