Name: Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - North
Address: 2040 North Preisker Lane, Santa Maria, California, United States of America, Santa Maria, California, US
Price range: US$58–US$160 per night
Rating: 7

What guests think

At Motel 6-Santa Maria, CA - North, travelers often praise the friendly, accommodating staff and generally clean, budget rooms, while recurring complaints cite freeway and guest noise, very small showers and rooms, and limited in-room amenities like fridges or microwaves.

Cleanliness feedback is mixed, with several reports of smoke odors in non-smoking rooms and occasional dirty floors, showers, or pests. Facilities are basic: parking is easy and the property is pet-friendly, but guests report periodic pool closures, broken ice machines, and occasional key-card problems. The location is convenient off Highway 101 and near shops, though some guests mention sketchy activity and did not feel fully safe. Expect a no-frills, budget stay with helpful staff and variable conditions.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic: easy parking and pet-friendly grassy areas are appreciated, and there are laundry facilities. Guests repeatedly note pool closures, broken ice machines, and occasional key-card system issues.

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Tim

4 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was exactly what youd expect from a Motel 6. It is however one of the nicer, cleaner Motel 6s Ive stayed at. Only real problem was keycard machine was not working so evert time you wanted to leave your room you had to go to front desk to have them let you back in. They did disclose this at the front desk but not on the app when booking online.

6

CRISTAL

16 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Overall good stay. The room is small for a family of 4. The shower is small as well. The pool was closed in the summer!!

4

Bart

19 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Run down, overcharged, pool was closed, key deactivated several times every day

8

Gary

8 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Grass area to walk our dogs very good.

10

Adrianna

11 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The property was pleasant overall, and being dog-friendly was a major plus. The staff were welcoming, parking was easy, and there was a grassy area for our pup to enjoy. The room itself was quite small and lacked many amenities, so it’s a good thing we came prepared with our own essentials.

4

Mariluz

13 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The property I believe is being renovated (much needed). It was a bit rundown and none of the ice machines worked! The bathroom had a funky smell and we had to request for a room change. Staff at reception was pleasant but housekeeping ladies were not pleasant at all. They might have been short staffed but not an excuse to be rude

10

Everardo

7 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Parking was great

4

Hector

7 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We paid for two nights, but we had to get our room keys reactivated after the first night. Shower water pressure was almost non-existent. Ice machines did not work.

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JOE

7 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I liked the fact that being pet friendly they provided a grassy area complete with poopbags and a trash can for the fur babies. And the staff was ever so friendly and respectful of the elderly. Something you don't find much nowadays.

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Jovanny

4 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Key card was faulty at times but that’s the only complaint

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is mixed: many find rooms clean, but multiple reviews cite dirty floors and bathrooms, hair on linens, lingering smoke smells in non-smoking rooms, and occasional pests.

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Freddy

15 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was dirty

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Carolina

10 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The shower leaked so bad and was so dirty. There was basically a pool of water in the whole bathroom when you got out. And the floors seemed to not have been cleaned at all. The front desk staff was very kind and welcoming

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Mel

31 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was amazing, fast and friendly staff. Comfortable room and clean.

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Jason

11 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

There was a cockroach in our room the morning we left. And there were 8 police cars around the motel ordering people out of rooms!

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Sinthia

5 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was dirty, cigarette burns on the curtains, smell of cigarette smoke. It was a non-smoking room. Shower had hair in it, toilet seat at burn marks. It was loud. We did not feel safe. The only good thing is that when we asked for a room change And there wasn’t one. The clerk immediately offered a refund.

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Eduardo

28 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The rooms were nice and clean and smelled good staff was very nice will stay at the location again when we’re in Santa Maria.

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Juliana

14 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The whole just felt dirty! Floor was very dirty. Sheets had hair and restroom had hairs on toilet seat. Shower was tiny and all the water would leak out from the shower curtain making a mess. The room was tiny and the pillows were flat.

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Clinton

17 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

On check in, said they didn’t have a room. Once roomed, it smelled of smoke, and found cockroaches in the room. Foot traffic in the area and drug deals in the parking lot is not the safest of surroundings

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sheryl i

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Cleanliness

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Lalita

29 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The rooms were clean and worth for the money

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Rooms

Rooms are basic and small, with very tight showers, frequent freeway/guest noise, and many lacking a fridge or microwave unless booked specifically. Several guests found mattresses worn or uncomfortable; some TVs and fixtures needed maintenance.

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Leandro

25 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The bed was not comfortable. Could feel the springs

6

Marcelo

26 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is in a good location. The room are a little outdated. The mattress wasn’t very comfortable. It’s just your basic motel 6

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Janelle

28 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fine for one night, to just sleep. Mattress was very worn out, flooring felt uneven, shower was so small that the curtain stuck to you while you were showering. No shampoo or conditioner and a very small bar of soap. One towel was left for 3 people staying.

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Michael

23 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Typical Motel 6 room. Pretty austere room. Nothing special. The room was clean and pretty well maintained, though noisy at night. We were put in the room closest to the freeway so we got road racket all night. The door did not seal seal in the door frame so it would rattle whenever another room door closed. Also, because of the door not completely sealing a lot of exterior noise was heard throughout the night from late arriving guests. Not good sound insulation, so we didn't get a good night’s sleep. The TV wasn't working right when we arrived, but I caught one of the facility guys and he replaced the bad cable and everything was good after that. The grounds are well kept, but we were there just for a quick overnight stay, so didn't use any of the facilities or pool. It was pretty basic, but you get what you pay for. We just stopped to get a good night’s sleep, but that didn't work out.

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Dee

30 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There was no iron or ironing board in the room. No coffee pot. No blow dryer. And not all rooms come with a microwave and small refrigerator. Make sure to read what your reserving. However, the room overwas clean, bed was comfortable but small for 2 queen beds.

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Dennis

19 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The mattresses were horrible to sleep on. Everything else was fine, but the mattresses were terrible.

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Robert

28 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Not great if you're on the half of the property with no buffer between you and the 101. Just loud traffic around the clock. There are options within half a mile that will be about $15 more expensive but infinitely more comfortable.

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meemee

5 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

For $85/nt, what you get is good. Clean 2 double beds and a bathroom. FYI… shower stall is pretty small (big, tall people may not have much room to move around. I’m only 5’2” and it’s small. No fridge, no microwave (extra $), no shampoo/conditioner. Only 2 small soap bars. We just stayed for 1 night sleep. So no big deal.

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Edgardo

28 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Noisy as room by freeway.

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Olof

13 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

first room was very noisy with 101 right outside. luckily i could move to another room. very low standard. no refrigerator, no coffe maker, not even any schampoo. price ended up good though.

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Service

Staff are frequently praised as friendly, helpful, and efficient at check-in, though there are notable reports of unprofessional interactions, slow or problematic check-ins, and difficulties with refunds or room readiness.

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Chris

29 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room was not ready at check in time. 2 hours later I recieved a room but the room I reserved was unavailable.

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Mel

31 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was amazing, fast and friendly staff. Comfortable room and clean.

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Carlos

10 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great customer service.

10

Melissa

24 Nov 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

The staff was extremely friendly/helpful and this was the best Motel 6 we have ever stayed in and we travel ALOT. Thank you!

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Aaron

29 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Front desk employees were extremely helpful and nice. Made me feel very welcomed.

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Edward

30 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I didn't end up staying, my room was given away to someone else. I had to drive home that night and I didn't get home until 2am. The hotel needs to do better.

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Ruby

13 Dec 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Great service

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Jesus

25 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I had reservations and the manager or whoever his name that runs place did not allow me to check in after I drove 45 minutes and my room was paid for and reserved and when I got there he told me with no explanation he couldn't check me in and was cancelling my stay and I have no idea why as I am not a criminal and I will be thinking of litigating and making sure he doesn't do this to anyone else Thank you

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kelley

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The chrck in was very slow. Multiple people had issues with the their third party reservations.

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Jaime

8 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

We only stayed one night due to no hot water and having to go to another hotel. Staff was extremely rude about it and they said they would refund the nights but we have not see a return on what was spend for the reservation.

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Location

Right off Highway 101 with easy access to shops and gas; convenient for quick stops. However, rooms near the freeway experience heavy traffic noise, and several guests mentioned sketchy activity and not feeling fully safe.

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Guadalupe

16 May 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

You have to slam your door shut or else it won’t close properly. I got two rooms and both doors would open with a push. Other than that, it’s a great place to stay if you’re looking for something on a budget. Staff is friendly and property is kept clean. Easy access to the Freeway and lots of places to grab a bite near you!

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Maurice

11 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

clean close to freeway

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Sarah

12 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I felt so unsafe at this hotel. When I got to my room there were gentleman outside there room next to mine they started calling my room and hanging up them tapping on the wall. I couldn’t sleep I was so scared

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Clinton

17 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

On check in, said they didn’t have a room. Once roomed, it smelled of smoke, and found cockroaches in the room. Foot traffic in the area and drug deals in the parking lot is not the safest of surroundings

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Robert

28 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Not great if you're on the half of the property with no buffer between you and the 101. Just loud traffic around the clock. There are options within half a mile that will be about $15 more expensive but infinitely more comfortable.

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VICTOR

26 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

aircon is very noisy. smell weeds everywhere. we dont feel safe.

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Robert

25 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This motel is right off highway 101 with nothing to muffle the sounds. If you happen to be on the side facing the freeway you will hear traffic 24 hours a day. Relentlessly. The shower is awful and tiny. The staff is friendly and courteous but it doesn't make up for the experience. If you can afford$15 more per night you can book next door for a much better experience all around. This 2 night stay was the worst way I've ever saved $30

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Laura

13 Oct 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

This property was quiet and convenience next to stores, resturants, gas, etc. Great location.

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Edgardo

28 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Noisy as room by freeway.

10

Karmyn

13 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Next to freeway. Clean rooms and friendly staff.

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Dining

Very limited on-site dining: multiple reviews note coffee in the lobby but no breakfast or restaurant. Guests rely on nearby eateries.

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Guadalupe

16 May 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

You have to slam your door shut or else it won’t close properly. I got two rooms and both doors would open with a push. Other than that, it’s a great place to stay if you’re looking for something on a budget. Staff is friendly and property is kept clean. Easy access to the Freeway and lots of places to grab a bite near you!

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Xena

9 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

When we started the shower water was cold but the staff was great they helped fix the boiler. If you are disabled or limited to walking there are no elevators. Close parking fills up too fast. They offered morning coffee no breakfast food items. There was free wifi. The beds were very hard and uncomfortable.

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Kellie

13 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It’s a clean and decent place to stay for a budget room. Not much food late at night when you breakdown and we’re not planning on staying. The service was great and the people were very kind. Thank you for making a bad situation at least peaceful for the night! You rock on hospitality!!

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Todd

28 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

No breakfast offered.. No maid service.

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Albert

18 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good location next to the freeway, easy access, close to Costco, TV with Dish Network, Wi-Fi internet. Suggestions: more vending machines and more maintenance, painting, fumigation.

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CHRISTINA

22 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was clean and customer service was great. Need to update hotel description. No coffee maker, fridge or microwave. No iron or iron board. No hair dryer. Unfortunately the uce maker was broken too so we weren't able to keep anything cold. At leastvthe had coffee in the lobby from 6-9

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Connie

22 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We selected Motel 6 for the low price. The property is clean and well maintained. The desk clerk was very helpful in finding us a room on the ground floor. The room was clean and comfortable but no frills. No hairdryer, coffee maker, microwave or fridge. Motel 6 doesn’t furnish dressers, just a free standing wardrobe. No shelves or drawers to put clothes. But for the price we can’t complain and had a comfortable safe stay

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albert

30 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Dinning options

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Laura

13 Oct 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

This property was quiet and convenience next to stores, resturants, gas, etc. Great location.

10

Karmyn

13 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Next to freeway. Clean rooms and friendly staff.

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Month	Average price
January	US$54
February	US$62
March	US$60
April	US$86
May	US$89
June	US$107
July	US$113
August	US$84
September	US$82
October	US$79
November	US$60
December	US$59

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16 $70	17 $74	18 $123	19 $140
20 $65	21 $65	22 $65	23 $65	24 $75	25 $140	26 $160
27 $65	28 $75	29 $75	30 $66

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $73	2 $100	3 $99
4 $64	5 $63	6 $65	7 $58	8 $63	9 $91	10 $90
11 $58	12 $64	13 $58	14 $63	15 $65	16 $90	17 $103
18 $63	19 $64	20 $64	21 $66	22 $66	23 $103	24 $103
25 $66	26 $58	27 $66	28 $66	29 $66	30 $91	31 $103

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator

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