
Arka Motel
Best for Beaver Lake access, kitchenette rooms, and a quiet, small-scale stay near outdoor activities.
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Arka Motel is a small, renovated boutique motel in Rogers that appeals to lake-goers, families and active travelers who want kitchenettes and a contactless stay. Graduate is a 4-star branded lifestyle hotel in Fayetteville aimed at University of Arkansas visitors and travelers who want full-service hotel amenities close to downtown and campus.
Updated · about 30 miles apart

Best for Beaver Lake access, kitchenette rooms, and a quiet, small-scale stay near outdoor activities.

Best for being in the heart of Fayetteville with a wide range of meeting spaces, on-site dining, pools and fitness amenities.
When Arka Motel wins: Choose Arka Motel if you want direct access to Beaver Lake, a compact property with kitchenette rooms, free boat parking and outdoor amenities (mountain-bike trail, fire pits) for a relaxed, activity-focused trip.
When Graduate wins: Choose Graduate if you need a central Fayetteville location, a larger property with more room types and suites, indoor and outdoor pools, a 24-hour fitness center and on-site dining for convenience and event needs.
Bottom line: Arka Motel and Graduate serve different audiences—Arka is a small, lake-oriented boutique motel for outdoor weekends and quieter stays; Graduate is a full-service, campus-focused hotel for downtown Fayetteville visits, events and travelers wanting more hotel facilities.
| Category | Arka Motel | Graduate |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Boutique, quiet, lake-oriented | Branded lifestyle hotel serving a college-town market |
| Location | Rogers, overlooking Beaver Lake; about 1 mile from Prairie Creek Marina | Fayetteville downtown/campus (70 N East Ave, steps from the Downtown Square) |
| Size (rooms) | 24 individually decorated guestrooms (all with kitchenettes) | 234 air-conditioned rooms |
| Room types | Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Lake View; Standard Studio, Kitchenette; Standard Room, Kitchenette - Pet friendly | Many room and suite names (Graduate King, Graduate Queen Queen, Washington Junior Suite, Old Main Suite, Key Suite, Tusk Suite, Wings Suite, etc.) |
| Pools | Seasonal outdoor pool (open May–September; fenced; 10:00 AM–10:00 PM) | Both outdoor and indoor pools (hours not published here) |
| Restaurants & bars | No on-site restaurant or bar; guests directed to downtown Rogers restaurants | On-site restaurant (Trophy Room) and a bar/lounge |
| Spa / Wellness | No spa services on site | Not published |
| Meeting & events | No meeting rooms or conference space published | Conference space and 10 meeting rooms (13,154 sq ft / 1,222 m²) |
| Accessibility & policies | Contactless check-in with access-code entry; minimum check-in age 21; pet-friendly (dogs only, designated rooms) | 24-hour front desk, wheelchair accessible features; pets allowed with published fee policy (service animals exempt) |
| Parking & transport | Free self parking including boat parking; car effectively required for most trips | Self parking (surcharge) and valet (surcharge); car not required for getting around downtown Fayetteville |
Arka Motel sits on Dutchmans Drive overlooking Beaver Lake, close to Prairie Creek Marina and outdoor attractions.
Choose Arka for lake access and outdoor-day-trip convenience in the Rogers area.
Graduate is in central Fayetteville, steps from the Downtown Square and close to the University of Arkansas.
Choose Graduate for a walkable Fayetteville stay near campus and downtown activity.
All Arka Motel rooms include a kitchenette; options are limited to three named types across 24 rooms.
Arka is best if you want a kitchenette in a small, individually decorated room with lake views available in the two-bedroom suite.
Graduate offers a wide range of room categories and multiple suites, some with balconies and corner layouts.
Graduate is the choice for more room types, larger suites and specific accessibility options.
Arka Motel does not have an on-site restaurant or bar; downtown Rogers dining is recommended.
Bring groceries or plan to dine off-site; kitchenettes cover casual meal needs.
Graduate includes on-site dining and a bar suitable for breakfasts and evening meals.
Graduate suits travelers who prefer on-site dining and the convenience of a hotel restaurant and bar.
Arka Motel provides a seasonal outdoor pool and outdoor gathering amenities oriented to lake and outdoor activities.
Arka’s pool and outdoor amenities are focused on seasonal, family-friendly lake and trail access.
Graduate lists both an outdoor pool and an indoor pool as part of its recreational offering.
Graduate offers year-round pool options plus a fitness center for guests wanting more indoor recreation.
Arka Motel prioritizes outdoor activity access rather than spa or nightlife facilities.
Pick Arka for active outdoor days and quiet evenings rather than on-site spa or nightlife.
Graduate provides more full-service hotel amenities but does not publish a spa in the provided listing.
Graduate is better if you want a full-service hotel environment and easy access to downtown Fayetteville nightlife.

Arka Motel — free boat parking, about 1 mile from Prairie Creek Marina and close to Beaver Lake access.

Graduate — steps from Fayetteville Downtown Square and the University of Arkansas.

Graduate — indoor and outdoor pools, 24-hour fitness center, on-site restaurant and extensive meeting space.

Arka Motel — every room includes a kitchenette and the property offers a two-bedroom suite with a full kitchen and lake-view balcony.
Arka Motel is closer — it overlooks Beaver Lake and is about 1 mile from Prairie Creek Marina. Graduate is in Fayetteville, roughly a 30-minute drive from Rogers.
Graduate has an on-site restaurant (Trophy Room) and a bar/lounge. Arka Motel does not have an on-site restaurant; rooms include kitchenettes for self-catering.
Both accept families, but Arka has a 21+ check-in policy (guests under 21 may stay with a parent/guardian) and a fenced seasonal pool with supervision rules for children. Graduate welcomes guests of all ages; check specific room policies when booking.
Arka Motel does not offer spa services. Graduate: spa services are not published in the supplier listing used here.
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