Name: Super 8 by Wyndham Arcata
Address: 4887 Valley West Boulevard, Valley West, Arcata, California, United States of America, Arcata, Humboldt County, US
Price range: $92–$123 per night
Rating: 6.7

What guests think

At Super 8 by Wyndham Arcata, travelers highlight friendly staff and a convenient location by Highway 101 and nearby eateries, while also noting an older budget property with mixed cleanliness and maintenance and occasional safety concerns in the immediate area.

Many rooms are spacious or comfortable, but noise from hallways and the adjacent McDonald's drive-thru is a recurring complaint. Breakfast ranges from waffle-and-egg spreads to very limited grab-and-go items, depending on the day. Expect a basic, pet-friendly stop focused on value over polish.

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Facilities

Facilities are simple; there is no elevator, parking is primarily at the back, and the property is pet friendly. Several guests reported security doors not locking properly.

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Austin

Feb 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Worn broken motel. Lumpy pillows. Paint peeling in bathroom. Stained tub. Poor mattress. And back door to motel wasn’t secure—no key access, it was just open for anyone to come in. No consideration for traveler’s security.

8

dennis

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pet friendly and convenient for dining and exploring Arcata, and bed was very comfortable. Large area adjacent to the parking for turning around an RV, or if you're towing a trailer. We would stay there again.

8

Darling

May 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms were fine, the only parking was to the back of the hotel, inconvenient. Window did not close, there was a stick inserted to keep it from opening, no security chain on the door

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Kathleen

Nov 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Felt unsafe as back door key card access broken

10

Daryl

Nov 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fast check in Friendly, informed staff BREAKFAST! Pets allowed

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David

May 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good customer service, easy to access with plenty of fast food options, close to an EV charger, room had a slight smell but overall it was clean, bed was comfortable, parking lot is on the back of the property enclosed, great value for the price

8

Beth

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel was clean and comfortable for our one night stay. There’s no elevator so be prepared to have to drag your suitcase up stairs. Breakfast was simple. It seems like there’s been budget cuts when it comes to breakfast but everything was good.

6

Brad

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I like making my own waffles and they had 2 types of waffles to chose from. Plenty of healthier food too. Staff was always pleasant. I have never stayed at a 2-story motel without an elevator before. I arrived after midnight and all the first floor rooms were filled. Lugging my luggage up a flight of stairs was surprising. My room did not look anything like the room in the pic. Highway 101 is just on the other side of the parking lot

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Angela

Jul 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was great and extremely helpful. This place doesn’t have an elevator but the room and the facilities were clean. Parking lot is in the back and it was a long walk to the room but other than that, worth the money and you’re right across and next to food options!

8

Josh

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This hotel is in a great location, right near a shopping center, and several restaurants, with close access to the freeway. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable as well as the pillows. Surprised to have a mini fridge and a microwave in the room, that was nice. The breakfast in the morning is quite good, with waffles, toast, cereal, bananas, hard-boiled eggs, juice. There is no elevator so you have to use the stairs to get to the second floor. The only negative was my shower. The drain was clogged, so water kept filling up the tub as I was showering. I reported this to the front desk and they never fixed it for three days. Even after I asked a second time, they said it was on the maintenance list, but never was taken care of. This is a dealbreaker for me and would prevent me from staying here again. There are several other motels in the area and I will choose one of them next time.

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Cleanliness

Feedback is mixed: many found rooms and bathrooms clean, but others cited dirty floors, odors, mold, pests, and worn fixtures. Housekeeping quality can be inconsistent.

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william

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was friendly, courteous and helpful. Room was clean, bathroom was as also clean with clean towels plus shampoo and body wash. Continental breakfast was excellent. Value is exceptional

4

Sarina

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was knowledgeable and friendly, property felt safe and looked ok. The rooms and even sheets were dirty, although the bathrooms seemed clean.

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Heather

Jul 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was gross and outdated. Feet actually turned black and asking barefoot in room. The room had a bad smell. The clerk said it had just been fumigated because someone smoked in there. Didn’t feel safe at all

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Randall

Nov 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff was courteous, Rooms were clean, Noisy by our room from the McDonald's drive-thru but otherwise it was quiet, Breakfast offered was good

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Chita

Dec 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

limited options for breakfast. first room had mold in bathroom, was moved to another room. back door did not lock to building.

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Matthew

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

It was super convenient to have a fully stocked grocery store and many amazing restaurants right across the street. The bed was comfortable and house keeping staff were on top of offering new linen and towels. Friendly and welcoming atmosphere overall. I've stayed here several times over the years and all improved experience. Will stay here again while in town. Internet and television are great.

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raquella

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly helpful service. Comfortable bed. Dirty floors. My kid spilled water and when he cleaned it up the towel looked like someone wiped down a fire pit.

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Eduardo

Dec 9, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I like the housekeeping do really good job cleaning

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Cheryl

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

This is an older place however it’s very clean and the staff was very nice.

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Suzette

Sep 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Im sorry. I hate to leave a bad review. But…. For this hotel to have a 7 out of 10 is mind blowing. The room was nothing like the picture portrayed online. I was very disappointed. There was roaches in microwave. It needs to be upgraded and remodeled.

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Rooms

Rooms are basic—some are spacious and comfortable—but many note thin walls and noise, especially near the McDonald's drive-thru. Several report wear and minor maintenance issues plus inconsistent Wi-Fi/TV performance.

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Brent

Jul 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My room was within 20 ft of the McDonalds 24 hour drive thru….room was worn and a bit grubby. Stains in the tub like some had been marching with their boots. Made me want to take a shower AFTER taking a shower!

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Glenn

Sep 30, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Spacious room. Free breakfast actually had substantial choices including fruit and proteins. Located near fuel and plenty of eating options, including my new favorite Asian buffet. I brought my own streaming device, and got a great signal from the guest wifi, but didn't need it, because it was easy to find all the programming I wanted... I was on the road a lot this trip, but this stop had enough perks and plusses to rank above Average.

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Nicole

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Appreciated helpful staff when checking in at 11:30 pm. Nice size rooms.

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Myles

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Needs carpeting in hallways you can hear people walking down the hallways normal but it sounded like they were stopping their feet. People just talking in the hallway it would Echo through the entire hall.

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Michele

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

As with all Super 8s, it’s off a highway, but it did have some fast food restaurant across the parking lot. We had a king room. The room was huge and the bed was quite comfortable. It’s was all acceptable for one night. As with a lot of these hotels, they aren’t geared for couples. It is quite annoying not to have a nightstand with a lamp on BOTH sides of the bed. I had to bring a chair over so I could put my book, water, medicine and glasses beside me. Also, more than two towels would be helpful.

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Tatiana

Aug 31, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

This hotel is... adequate. The room I stayed in (102) was full of dents and stains. The walls were very thin and you could hear everything going on in the neighboring rooms. Also, the McDonald's drive-thru was literally right outside my window and you could hear people ordering very late at night. That said, the bathtub was nice, wifi worked great, and despite the stains and dents things were clean.

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Patricia

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hallway is indoors, so the sounds of people walking by, talking and rolling their luggage along, is magnified. The closer you are to the stairs, the more people go past your room. Warnings about Room 206: (1) The window faces the McDonald's drive-through, so you hear everyone's orders and McD's recorded message umpteen times a day. Thankfully, it's quiet at night, but if the window is left open, the drive-through gets busy around 6 a.m. Rooms immediately around #206 are probably likewise affected by the McDonald's speakers. (2) The sink faucet is almost impossible to pull up to turn the water on. I almost wrenched my back doing so. (I work out regularly.) (3) The bathtub and floor by the sink were sticky. Thankfully, when I asked for it to be cleaned, it was done immediately and the guy at the front desk was very nice.

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EMR

Sep 6, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

For being so close to the freeway the room was surprisingly quiet but the Wi-Fi is terrible, the bathtub had weird staines and the fridge was inoperable.

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Alan

Dec 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice staff. Accommodating. Nice size corner room with two windows making it feel bigger. Mostly quite except second night. Paper thin walls and loud upstairs heavy walker.

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Julisa

Jun 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very large rooms!

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, professional, and quick at check-in. However, some guests reported rude interactions, deposit or billing issues, slow maintenance follow-through, and accessible room requests not honored.

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Daryl

Dec 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fast and easy check-in Friendly, knowledgeable staff Nice rooms

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Janet

May 16, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Our stay was fine. We requested a handicapped-accessible room, and it was confirmed on our reservation. But it was not available when we got to the hotel.

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Jeanna

Apr 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had the best time, the night clerk "Dennis I think" was great to us. Brought us extra supplies, fixed the TV. He was all around fabulous. We'd stay there every time we visit Arcada.

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Daryl

Nov 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fast check in Friendly, informed staff BREAKFAST! Pets allowed

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Janette

Sep 2, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

It was a decent room and it was very clean upon entering. I brought with me my two dogs and it was a very pet friendly experience. I felt welcomed and comfortable. The only thing I’d suggest is to bring your own pillows for a more comfortable stay. Overall it was good for what we needed which was a place to stay with our dogs and not too expensive. There was also breakfast available.

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Dawn D

May 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was friendly and helpful. They were working on remodeling and it really looked good. Room was clean.

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MaryLee B

Sep 3, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Front desk staff both evenings and days were incredibly rude and unhelpful. Simon especially.

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Thomas G

Jul 4, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

They n3ver returned my security deposit nor have they returned my phone calls regarding my security deposit. The front desk clerk assured me that it would be returned within 7 to 10 business days or depending on my bank. I have no pending deposits back into my account that would indicate anything ither than them keeping it. Thats a lil shady, amf ill avoid this branch of Super8 in the future if i can help it. BE WARNED ⚠️

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Josh

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This hotel is in a great location, right near a shopping center, and several restaurants, with close access to the freeway. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable as well as the pillows. Surprised to have a mini fridge and a microwave in the room, that was nice. The breakfast in the morning is quite good, with waffles, toast, cereal, bananas, hard-boiled eggs, juice. There is no elevator so you have to use the stairs to get to the second floor. The only negative was my shower. The drain was clogged, so water kept filling up the tub as I was showering. I reported this to the front desk and they never fixed it for three days. Even after I asked a second time, they said it was on the maintenance list, but never was taken care of. This is a dealbreaker for me and would prevent me from staying here again. There are several other motels in the area and I will choose one of them next time.

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Kristina M

Nov 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Property is well lighted. Many eateries across the street. Front desk staff professionals. They are helpful when asked questions about the region.

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Location

Right off Highway 101 with grocery stores and many dining options nearby, plus easy access to Humboldt attractions. Several guests felt the immediate area was sketchy or unsafe, with loitering/homeless activity and drive-thru noise near some rooms.

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Kelly

Nov 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Liked everything mostly it was just an area that had a lot of people luving on the street

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David

May 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good customer service, easy to access with plenty of fast food options, close to an EV charger, room had a slight smell but overall it was clean, bed was comfortable, parking lot is on the back of the property enclosed, great value for the price

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John

Jun 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A lot of homeless and drug users walking the streets out front. Made us worry about our vehicle. The hotel, although remodeled, still felt like an old, dingy hotel. The host the two times we went to the office (check-in & 20 minutes later check-out) was gone doing something around the property. Not sure why Wyndham associates with this hotel. Glad I got rid of our Wyndham.

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sandra

Sep 17, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The staff was friendly but only after you approached them. The property was convenient to the expressway. But not a very good neighborhood.

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Seniye

Oct 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The check in person was very pleasant and my room was clean. But the area around the hotel feels unsafe and the hotel employee mentioned there are a lot of homeless in the area (which I certainly do see). I’m praying my car doesn’t get stolen. I’m a solo traveler and safety is very important to me. Hotels in the area have gates surrounding their properties but unfortunately this hotel does not. I expected more given the Wyndham brand.

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Carrie

Sep 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean quiet room. Convenient to Redwood NP

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Steven

Apr 20, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

I really appreciate the hospitality of the staff, the conveniency of the bus stop being right in front of the motel and loved the free breakfast.

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Josh

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This hotel is in a great location, right near a shopping center, and several restaurants, with close access to the freeway. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable as well as the pillows. Surprised to have a mini fridge and a microwave in the room, that was nice. The breakfast in the morning is quite good, with waffles, toast, cereal, bananas, hard-boiled eggs, juice. There is no elevator so you have to use the stairs to get to the second floor. The only negative was my shower. The drain was clogged, so water kept filling up the tub as I was showering. I reported this to the front desk and they never fixed it for three days. Even after I asked a second time, they said it was on the maintenance list, but never was taken care of. This is a dealbreaker for me and would prevent me from staying here again. There are several other motels in the area and I will choose one of them next time.

10

Taneisha

Aug 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient location to humbolt university

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Kristina M

Nov 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Property is well lighted. Many eateries across the street. Front desk staff professionals. They are helpful when asked questions about the region.

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Dining

Continental breakfast quality is inconsistent: some mornings offer waffles and boiled eggs, while others are limited to oatmeal, bars, or a small selection. Seating can be tight and coffee quality varies.

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Susan

Aug 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was fine but the mattress was very hard. “Breakfast” is a sweet roll and breakfast bars….

6

William

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Coffee in the breakfast area was not very good.

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Randall

Nov 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff was courteous, Rooms were clean, Noisy by our room from the McDonald's drive-thru but otherwise it was quiet, Breakfast offered was good

8

Beth

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel was clean and comfortable for our one night stay. There’s no elevator so be prepared to have to drag your suitcase up stairs. Breakfast was simple. It seems like there’s been budget cuts when it comes to breakfast but everything was good.

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Brandis

Sep 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Unpleasant check in experience. Was told he hoped no one came to check in for 12 more minutes because he was busy? Toilet ran non stop in room. Sink was broken and stopper covered in mold. Left for the afternoon and came back to the room flooded from the ac unit. Clerk seemed annoyed i wanted a new room and didn't want to clean up the flood myself. Breakfast was only waffles and cereal. Won't be back

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Brad

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I like making my own waffles and they had 2 types of waffles to chose from. Plenty of healthier food too. Staff was always pleasant. I have never stayed at a 2-story motel without an elevator before. I arrived after midnight and all the first floor rooms were filled. Lugging my luggage up a flight of stairs was surprising. My room did not look anything like the room in the pic. Highway 101 is just on the other side of the parking lot

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Steven

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Breakfast was good with a wide range of options including hard boiled eggs. It was a little nosiy which was annoying but to be expected

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JAMES

May 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Property was OK. Breakfast room was small, very crowded.

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Anthony

Feb 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The free breakfast was only gummy fruit snacks and nothing else. Walls are paper thin. Will not be booking again.

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Chao

Dec 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, but old. Need remodeling. Breakfast does not provide fruit

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Month	Average price
January	$70
February	$72
March	$73
April	$68
May	$92
June	$97
July	$118
August	$118
September	$89
October	$82
November	$74
December	$68

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $93	2 $123	3 $120
4 $94	5 $94	6 $94	7 $93	8 $93	9 $102	10 $102
11 $94	12 $94	13 $93	14 $93	15 $94	16 $103	17 $102
18 $93	19 $94	20 $94	21 $94	22 $93	23 $103	24 $102
25 $94	26 $94	27 $93	28 $93	29 $92	30 $103	31 $94

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13	14	15	16	17	18 $112	19 $115
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27 $93	28 $94	29 $93	30 $94