Name: Motel 6-Seattle, WA - South
Address: 20651 Military Road, Grandview, Kent, Des Moines, Washington, United States of America, Kent, King County, US
Price range: US$56–US$92 per night
Rating: 7.68

What guests think

At Motel 6-Seattle, WA - South, many travelers highlight friendly, accommodating staff and recently updated, budget-friendly rooms, plus convenient access to Sea-Tac Airport and the freeway, making it a practical stopover for quick stays or early flights.

Reviews repeatedly mention traffic and guest noise, thin walls and door gaps, and unpleasant odors (smoke, musty, or urine) in some rooms. Amenities are basic: no shuttle, limited nearby dining, slow Wi‑Fi, frequent pool closures, and occasional maintenance or housekeeping inconsistencies. Expect a simple, affordable base with strong service, best for drivers and short airport stays.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic with lobby coffee and on-site parking, but no airport shuttle. Reviews also note pool closures and occasional issues with laundry and ice machines.

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matius

5 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

They don’t have microwave

8

bhadraiah

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and comfortable room. Well equipped with accessories. Complimentary coffee at the front desk.

6

Kevin

20 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

All and all it was okay but they had no ice machine

10

Celina

23 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Laundry facility was out of order

8

Mason

3 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Sage at the front desk was awesome. Very friendly and helpful. Rooms were okay for a Motel 6 but the table was old and scratched up and the chairs were old and one had paint drippings on it. Right next to the I5 so there's traffic noise. I had ear plugs and a sound machine so it wasn't too bad. Didn't hear many airplanes just I5 traffic. Stayed 2 nights and my room wasn't serviced. About 15-20 minutes from Seattle. For the price it was okay. Bed was okay but not comfy. Exterior is very run down with dead grass etc.. Pool is closed. If I had young kids I wouldn't stay there. Some shady people. For me it worked okay.

8

Robert

11 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

AC couldve worked better ..pool being open would've been nice

4

Michael

25 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Toilet didn't work. No other non-smoking rooms available. No airport shuttle.

6

Naman

22 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Close to airport. But they do not offer shuttle service.

6

Gary

29 Jul 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

We stayed there for 7 days. Not really a long stay in the room place. Visiting family so less important to us. Ample parking, friendly staff. Limited option there for much but a coffee drive thru ( excellent) and gas station. You’ll need a car to go out dining. Conveniently located next to Hwy 5. Great for short stay or to sleep. Pool was closed.

4

Freddy

9 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

They do not have shuttle to come and from to the airport

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Cleanliness

Feedback is mixed: many guests found rooms very clean or newly renovated, while others reported strong odors (smoke, musty, urine), occasional stains, and a few pest sightings. Housekeeping consistency varies.

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JOY

28 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed at this property the previous week and the room smelled like cat urine. I stayed again hoping this was just an issue with that one room. I made sure to get a different room and the same issue with this room!!! I was very disappointed because the room looked clean.

4

Lata

23 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room smelled like mildew and there was dog hair on the bathroom door and walls. There was a clump of hair stuck in the bed and the tables were sticky.

10

Rachel

22 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk and cleaning staff were great. Super friendly and helpful. We were in town for a concert for 1 night. The room was clean and everything was in working order. It was exactly what we expected.

10

Erin

17 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, quiet, and affordable. Front desk staff were amazing. Easy freeway access to I5. Will definitely stay here in the future.

10

Marc

26 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent for the price and location. The staff were great and the room was absolutely clean.

6

Alfred

2 Oct 2025

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Stayed 9 nights

The basic necessities were covered during my stay: roof over my head, soft warm bed, fluffy pillows, the air conditioning worked great and the shower water was hot immediately and stayed hot. My biggest issue was the musty, moldy smell of the room. It was really bad. But I was too tired to ask for a different room. Also, typical with a cheap motel like this, the towels were thin and grainy. However, the bed linens were fine. No shampoo or conditioner, just the tiny Motel 6 brand soaps. The service at this motel was very good. Very courteous always available behind the desk. The surroundings are a bit sketchy; didn't feel super safe, but never felt unsafe either. The gas station and coffee shop right next door were a great feature. Super close to the freeway. Basically, you get what you pay for. And I would recommend this place if you are trying to save money.

10

Victoria

28 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Cleanest I’ve stayed at

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Charlotte

4 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Never having stayed in Seattle, this hotel was wonderful. The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was immaculate. The shower worked great. Very happy with my whole experience

10

Vicki

5 Dec 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Clean room,clean lot,staff very nice. Everything was great.

2

Christopher

11 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We found cockroaches, and minimum 5 flies in the room as soon as we got there. I know what to expect with a motel 6 but honestly the bugs everywhere was hard to look past

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Rooms

Rooms are recently updated and generally comfortable for the price, with simple furnishings and basics. Common complaints include freeway and neighbor noise, thin walls and door gaps, spotty Wi‑Fi, and missing hairdryers.

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Heather

7 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There is a gap under and around the front door so noise and bugs can come through easily. The walls are so thin that I could hear someone sneeze above me and every little move they made was so loud. Comfortable and clean but extremely noisy.

8

Angela

6 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My room was in need of repair for the heater switch- it’s cracked and so old it had no “cool” and “hot” on it; the water in the sink was reversed in temperature, and the door showed daylight: needs weatherstripping. Also the refrigerator had no freezer door.

10

Theresa

28 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice remodel

8

Molly

23 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was clean, and that is very important, but it sounded like there was a file cabinet for a box spring under the mattress. It is not a new property, but for the price it was exactly what I needed.

8

Sasha

27 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel room was nice and clean. The only problems I had was the door had a gap where you could see outside light. And there were holds in the curtains. The receptionist were very nice.

8

Tran Trong Tan

17 Oct 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Good experience overall. Nice and clean room. But the WiFi is very unstable and slow. Smell the smoke at night sometimes

8

Jessica

17 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel room was new and updated. The room was very clean, the beds were nice and the bathroom was clean and soap and towels were nice. The outside of the hotel was dirty, there were homeless people roaming around, people with lawn chairs in the walkway smoking. Garbage was overflowing into the parking lot from the dumpster. You have to take the stairs up to the second floor and people were milling around on them. Hotel rooms are great. Location is questionable. I would not stay here alone or with small children.

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sherry

7 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room felt new and clean. We had a comfortable stay. The area is a bit noisy as it's close to the freeway, but it's convenient for travelling to other parts of the city if you're driving. There is also the train close by. Would only suggest having a blow dryer in the room as there was not one.

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Helen

29 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was very clean. This room was backed by the laundry room so was loud; also faced gas station and sandwiched by I-5 exit ramp on the immediate east, and S Military Rd on the west, so noisy.

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Helen

16 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Stayed 2 nights - Relatively quiet for being just off the freeway and except for the occasional idiot revving his engine. Easy access. Room was very clean and looked updated; refrigerator and microwave. One star less for not having a hairdryer nor usual shampoo & conditioner. Coffee stand and a gas station with convenience store next door

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Service

Service is frequently praised as friendly, helpful, and accommodating. Some guests reported long lines, rude or unhelpful interactions, room-assignment problems, or privacy issues.

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Ray

8 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was dirty with people sitting outside our room. Our key did not work and when we went back to the front desk the door was locked with a "be back in 45 minutes" sign. I tried to call but no answer- so we waited 45 minutes in the parking lot to get the problem resolved. The person at check in reissued us keys (that worked) but no apology for the inconvenience.

10

Baltazar

28 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy access to property from the airport. The staff, Sage, was very helpful and courteous.

10

Frederick

28 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were great. Went above and beyond.

10

Makensie

22 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was very clean and staff were friendly

10

tchandnie banou

1 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Special thanks to Amy who took amazing care of me. All the staff was very helpful. Not far from the airport for those stopping by seattle to catch a flight

10

Alex

28 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff

6

Patrice

13 Dec 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

For some reason I was not checked in properly then the cleaners just kept trying to walk in my room without knocking. Telling my husband that we aren’t supposed to be in the room and that there was no reservation.

10

Timothy

4 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent Service Here 👍

10

Kira

10 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff is always amazing

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Brad

1 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Horrible! We had to stand in a line in a parking lot for over a half hour to check in. The lady at the window helping was extremely rude and seemed a bit raciest if you were white.

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Location

Convenient to Sea‑Tac, I‑5, and light rail (about a mile), with gas and coffee next door. Several reviews note a sketchy feel in the area and noticeable road noise.

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Susan

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Enjoyed the prices for staying 1 night as passing through on a trip. The room was clean & free parking. Felt safe & camera's overseeing the property. Very close to freeway and airport.

10

Hannah

2 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I had a long layover and just needed somewhere close to sleep. This Motel 6 might be the best one I've ever seen. So close to SeaTac, comfortable and very clean. If I am ever in Seattle on a layover again this is where I will go!

10

Torben

14 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Parking just outside the room, everything was in full order. Close to the airport.

8

Lacey

15 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location and clean rooms. A little loud after dark and a few unsavory characters around

10

Lynda

3 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

A huge shout out to Sarah who I spoke to on the phone when our original flight to Seattle was cancelled. Our accommodation was waiting for us when we finally arrived. Our room was simple and clean. We were just looking for somewhere to lay our heads and weren’t planning on being in the room much. The gas station was convenient for snacks and drinks, and the Bigfoot Java takes walk ups during daylight hours even though they are a drive thru. We didn’t rent a car, and the closest public transportation was a mile walk, so we would Uber to the Link and go into Downtown. This Motel gets a 5 from me because we got friendly and amazing guest service even though they were short staffed. It was a busy holiday weekend for them and they really needed more help. The owner really should be happy to have such amazing employees who give great guest service even when under pressure like that.

8

Karlee

20 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The property was clean and renovated, however, if you are hoping to use public transit do not book here. There is no bus stop nearby and the train station is a 25 minute walk with part of the walk being on a busy road with no sidewalk so not very safe. Our room had no weather stripping on the door so we could hear all the noises outside. If you're driving though and don't mind wearing earplugs at night, it's an economic choice

6

Rosemarie

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location and cleanliness were great. The room was spacious. Unfortunately, the traffic noise was unbearable. We left the hotel at 3 am and headed to the airport. I know they probably won't put in sound proof windows so if you go be prepared for the noise.

10

Linda

14 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location

8

Jason

27 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to the train station that can bring you to downtown Seattle for the day. Good for solo travelers, couples, or just a quick stop for the night. Right off the interstate.

8

Jorge

28 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It is near the airport. Good to stay and go.

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Dining

No breakfast provided; lobby coffee is available and a gas station/coffee stand is next door. Dining options within walking distance are limited and there is typically no in‑room coffee.

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bhadraiah

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and comfortable room. Well equipped with accessories. Complimentary coffee at the front desk.

8

Madison

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy check in and check out and a clean and spacey room! Also continently located next to a gas station and coffee hut!

10

Kim

28 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly and efficient staff at the front desk made checking in & out quick and easy. The room was immaculate! As a courtesy, coffee was provided in the lobby for hotel guests.

8

Richard

22 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

room was clean but nothing around the hotel for dining options.

10

Isabelle

15 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff is always so nice . Helped us check in quickly . When we needed some food heated up. The lady was super friendly and thoughtful. Had a smile on her face the whole time even though it was very late at night . I’m 7 months pregnant and I get random cravings . She made the stay perfect.

4

Ian

21 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

No shuttle service to SeaTac. No dining within walking distance. Room is very basic.

8

Sanjeev

7 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff and room is excellent. No frills but clean room to sleep. The area around does not have much. One gas station and one small place to eat but closes so no late night option. Sandwiches at gas station were not good. They were stale and soggy. Some People were little sketchy but did not feel unsafe. It is safe area but for the price you see all kinds of people. I would stay again as I usually sleep to fly in and out of Seattle and for that purpose room is clean and nice.

10

Mamadou

5 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very easy to get to the airport and very clean hotel. It would be nice though to have coffee makers in theirs rooms.

6

Troy

21 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean. Would have liked a breakfast

8

Sheila

1 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very convenient to airport. Basic rooms with comfy bedding. No coffee in the room, but right next door to a coffee kiosk that also served sandwiches. Pool looked nice tho we did not use it.

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Month	Average price
January	US$60
February	US$63
March	US$65
April	US$61
May	US$66
June	US$140
July	US$110
August	US$106
September	US$82
October	US$75
November	US$66
December	US$59

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
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6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16 $83	17 $75	18 $84	19 $83
20 $65	21 $65	22 $65	23 $65	24 $67	25 $90	26 $92
27 $67	28 $62	29 $63	30 $63

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $67	2 $74	3 $73
4 $63	5 $63	6 $56	7 $63	8 $62	9 $70	10 $71
11 $62	12 $62	13 $62	14 $62	15 $64	16 $70	17 $72
18 $63	19 $65	20 $62	21 $64	22 $64	23 $70	24 $71
25 $63	26 $64	27 $62	28 $64	29 $64	30 $70	31 $70

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

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