Name: Acorn Motor Inn
Address: 31530 State Route 20, Oak Harbor, Washington, United States of America, Oak Harbor, Washington, US
Price range: $93–$166 per night
Rating: 8.23

What guests think

At Acorn Motor Inn, travelers describe an older, budget-friendly property with convenient in-town location, generally friendly staff, and rooms that range from clean and comfortable to dated, with mixed noise levels and a very minimal breakfast.

Many guests praised cleanliness and value, while others noted housekeeping lapses, worn linens, or musty and smoke smells. Facilities are basic, with no elevator and occasional equipment issues. The area is walkable, though several reviews mentioned transients nearby; overall, expect a simple, affordable stay best for short stops.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic, with no elevator, simple in-room amenities, and straightforward parking. Guests noted occasional equipment issues, including an ice machine outage and missing hair dryers.

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Mary

Jun 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Desk clerk was very nice as was any staff we encountered. The biggest issue for us was the amount of stairs and no elevator. Granddaughter accidentally left some money and they were nice enough to call and agreed to send it to us.

6

Julie

Feb 2, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

No elevator and outside door next to my room was broken and locked. Had to go out front door to vape. Breakfast was a joke. Dont trust anything wrapped in seran wrap and packed in totes. Coffee gross. Cant even take a bath because the tub doesnt plug. Curtains block the heater so it has to turn on every few minutes. Had to pull chair out to turn hearer on.

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Theresa

May 8, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I wish there had been a hair dryer as most hotels provide for guests. There was no coffee in room and just a coffee pot downstairs. The coffee didn't look appealing and I don't know where the continental breakfast was. Maybe it was in the small fridge next to the coffee. The a/c in the room was good and the bed was comfortable. The staff were nice. I probably would pay more to stay somewhere else next time but the price was better and the location was convenient.

6

Laurie

Jul 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Sheets and towels clean but old. General condition run down. Ice machine was great! Fridge in room. Microwave

10

James

Aug 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great basic place. Clean nice rooms with good furnishings. No elevator.

8

Jacob

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Ice machine wasn’t working

10

Yuru

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy and convenient, no blowdryer

10

Thomas

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff, clean room. Easy check in (even though we checked in at 10:30pm). Outside and lot are in average shape. Walls of rooms are somewhat thin. Could hear someone's dog barking occasionally, but it wasn't too bad. For price point and location it was a good stay.

8

Peggy

Aug 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Heavy wood furniture gave the hotel a cozy feel. No elevator but one flight of wide stairs weren’t bad.

10

Lars

Nov 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bed seemed a little firm but slept great! Friendly check in Easy to find, easy parking Minimal breakfast but for a great room price who cares!

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness feedback is mixed: many found rooms very clean, while others reported housekeeping lapses, worn or stained linens, dirty windows, and smoke or musty odors. Some also raised concerns about lobby or hallway cleanliness.

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Chantal

Jun 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

An affordable place where the bed sheets are clean as well as the bathroom, but the room felt dusted. Windows are dirty, Is the bed cover cleaned after each client?? Poor point was the absence of welcoming at arrival; almost rude.

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ann

Jun 17, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

All and all it was clean and put together nice I’m not used to having to ask for a hair dryer thought that was pretty standard, but they delivered it when asked. Vacuuming could have been more through ( this is coming from a former cleaning lady.)

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Audrey

May 31, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The overall 4 stars is because of the price. It was cheaper to go through Expedia than the hotel itself. It’s an old, dated hotel. The room was surprisingly spacious. The front desk guy was helpful and nice. Located right by grocery and other stores. And then the stuff that I didn’t love. There were hairs on the toilet… not from the head. Some weird goo like substance plastered on the wall next to the bed. It just wasn’t cleaned well. The bed was very firm. There were still covid protocols taped to the wall, ie: face coverings mandatory, stay at least 6 feet apart. The worst part was the fire alarm going off before 8am. Firemen showed up. No fire though. Because I’m cheap, I’d stay here again. I’ll bring cleaning wipes and my own pillows.

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Scott

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Unfortunately this property is very ran down and the room need a deep cleaning. I dont think the window has ever been cleaned.

4

Adam

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Local law enforcement advised us not to leave anything in our vehicle. Area is near homeless services and has many transient people walking through the property and staying there. Lobby and room smelled like smoke. Chairs in room had stains and had not been cleaned in a long time. Towels were threadbare, appeared to ready to fall apart, and had permanent marker drawings on them. Bedding had holes in the blankets. The beds were ok, we slept fine.

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KAREN

Aug 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Sheets had holes and were not pressed. Strange evening clerk with strong political views. Emergency exit door was permanently locked, Hall and stair carpets were dirty.

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Thomas

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff, clean room. Easy check in (even though we checked in at 10:30pm). Outside and lot are in average shape. Walls of rooms are somewhat thin. Could hear someone's dog barking occasionally, but it wasn't too bad. For price point and location it was a good stay.

10

Joanne

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very grand, even though it was small. Excellent decor in rooms. Very clean.

10

Juliana

Oct 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Really clean and good calm energy. This is seriously the cleanest room I've stayed at from a property that is this old. There have been updates in the room so it looks more modern. No odor of mold or must... I slept soundly, and would definitely stay here again. I travel a lot so see a lot of motel rooms. The owner is obviously very conscientious about taking care of the property. Kudos to the cleaning crew! Great job!

8

Carmen

Jul 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The continental breakfast was simply muffins and weak coffee. The linen was not freshly washed and the mattress was uncomfortable. For some reason on our last day at the hotel, there was a homeless woman sleeping in one of the chairs in the lobby. She was extremely fragrant and her scent was evident upon entering the lobby area. On a positive note, it's close to everything.

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Rooms

Rooms are dated in style, but several guests found them comfortable, with some spacious layouts and antique-style furniture. Noise from the road or thin walls affected some stays, and a few noted firm or uneven mattresses, limited lighting, and inconsistent Wi‑Fi.

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JOHN

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely room, with pretty furniture, even a sofa. Very large and comfortable room.

6

Peter

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

No breakfast offering. No elevator and decor was late 80s style. Needs some refreshing. Very clean but decor and furnishings are dated

6

Gary

Dec 24, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Noisy due the location next to the highway

8

Barbara

Aug 31, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was clean. Bed was ok. Pillows were the worst we have ever had. Staff was very nice. Location was very convenient. Breakfast was minimal. Muffins and coffee were excellent. Had to eat in room. Not enough outlets to charge phones and hearing aids. Suggest change out desk lamps for the new ones with additional plugs. Also need more light in the room.

10

Tina

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Charming little old inn. Rooms are small & could use some more lighting, but overall everything was great.

10

John

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very comfortable room and bed - slept well!

8

edward

Jul 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff good location but a little noisy on the main road.

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Thomas

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff, clean room. Easy check in (even though we checked in at 10:30pm). Outside and lot are in average shape. Walls of rooms are somewhat thin. Could hear someone's dog barking occasionally, but it wasn't too bad. For price point and location it was a good stay.

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Christine

Sep 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check-in person was pleasant. We stated in one of the suites. Very outdated.

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Don

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Safe and clean, across the street from lots of eating choices, no wifi, there is a key deposit, breakfast is packaged muffins.

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Service

Service is inconsistent: many guests praised friendly, helpful staff and occasional upgrades, while others reported curt or rude interactions and payment or check-in issues.

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Norbert

May 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Night desk staff was rather curt, but the morning staff was very open, friendly, and helpful. The property was older, but charming. Conveniently located in town, and easy to find.

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Tom

May 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was generally friendly.The 'continental breakfast' consisted of bagels/bread/muffins and coffee/juice was a bit disappointing. But the room was clean and the bed comfy for a 1-nite stay.

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Stephen

May 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Owner / manager was incredibly rude and badmouthed Expedia saying that they were taking money from him and that he was the boss and he forced me to pay again even though the Expedia app showed my stay fully paid. After he charged my card he stopped communicating with me just telling me to call Expedia. We took the keys and went to the room but it was grotty and the whole place smelled bad. We decided to cut our stay short and just went home rather than staying at the property, even though I appear to have been charged twice.

10

Steve

Sep 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was great except the unfriendly check in person. No greeting, no thank you, just a lot of paperwork.

10

Stacey

May 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Acorn Inn is in a great location. Staff is helpful. Room was clean and comfortable.

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Universal

Oct 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We reserved through Hotels.com. The hotel called me even though I had set up the payment with Hotels and makes me redo the payment process. If you should say that you will cancel the front desk lady says they will charge you anyway. Therefore the confirmation and extra steps are not really needed if they can charge anyway

10

Robert

May 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly staff road noise a little loud but ok

10

Elaine

Feb 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

They show me so much love there. They even upgraded me to a two bedroom house when I requested a two queen room, and they did it at no charge. I was very surprised. The staff was very friendly. The home was very clean. All we needed is for one night to rest our heads. But they made it so welcoming that I will most definitely go back.

10

Robin

Sep 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great service, friendly, good location for dining, walking, and shopping

10

Gary J

Aug 30, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent service, moved our stay to a downstairs room. Helped with our luggage. A delightful room with antique furniture and pleasant decor.

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Location

Location is convenient for walking to shops, restaurants, parks, and the beach. Several reviews mentioned nearby transients and some traffic noise.

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Norbert

May 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Night desk staff was rather curt, but the morning staff was very open, friendly, and helpful. The property was older, but charming. Conveniently located in town, and easy to find.

8

Reg

May 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff and clean room. It was close to the beach and convenient to shopping. A pleasant stay. The room was a bit dated, but we enjoyed the character of the place

10

Ruth

Jan 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Really like the staff and location

4

Adam

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Local law enforcement advised us not to leave anything in our vehicle. Area is near homeless services and has many transient people walking through the property and staying there. Lobby and room smelled like smoke. Chairs in room had stains and had not been cleaned in a long time. Towels were threadbare, appeared to ready to fall apart, and had permanent marker drawings on them. Bedding had holes in the blankets. The beds were ok, we slept fine.

8

edward

Jul 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff good location but a little noisy on the main road.

10

Fred

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The curtains were excellent; I almost slept through check-out, they kept my room so dark! The price and location were also excellent; I was right across the street from a great teriyaki place and less than ten minutes from the drive-in I made the trip for in the first place. If I ever want a hotel in Oak Harbor again, this will be my first pick.

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Mark

Aug 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to downtown, restaurants and parks.

10

dexter

Jun 10, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

I enjoyed the location convenience. Definitely close to everything you need without driving. The property is old but overall an enjoyable stay.

8

dale

Sep 15, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

An older motel, but clean and comfortable, located within walking distance of shops and restaurants. Breakfast was continental (cold breads, juice and coffee) but adequate.

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Carmen

Jul 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The continental breakfast was simply muffins and weak coffee. The linen was not freshly washed and the mattress was uncomfortable. For some reason on our last day at the hotel, there was a homeless woman sleeping in one of the chairs in the lobby. She was extremely fragrant and her scent was evident upon entering the lobby area. On a positive note, it's close to everything.

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Dining

Breakfast is very limited—typically packaged muffins or bread with coffee and sometimes juice—and often described as disappointing. A few guests found it adequate for a quick start.

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Monica

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is an older facility, outside is looking old, yet new bathrooms, room was very clean. Breakfast was lacking. Service at he desk was good, helpful when looking for suggestions for restaurants.

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Mary

Sep 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We chose the Acorn Motor Inn for our recent weekend overnight stay in Oak Harbor to coincide with a visit to friends who live in the area. We were mainly looking for a clean, comfortable, moderately priced hotel/motel and the Acorn Inn ticked all of those boxes. The furniture and (huge!) bed were all very comfortable. The breakfast that was included, while not sumptuous, was fine for a snack to start the day. All things considered, we'd stay there again.

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Tom

May 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was generally friendly.The 'continental breakfast' consisted of bagels/bread/muffins and coffee/juice was a bit disappointing. But the room was clean and the bed comfy for a 1-nite stay.

6

DeeAnn

Oct 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I've stayed in worse, but still annoyed at how much we paid for a holiday weekend on the island. Supply and demand... Breakfast was a joke. 2 plastic bins of muffins or english muffins. Orange juice was rancid. Room was barely handicap accessible for an electric chair.

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Karyn

May 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was an alright place. The staff was nice. My only complaint was the website said it offered a continental breakfast but it was just juice muffins and coffee. But at least it was somthing.

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Janal

Apr 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is definitely an older facility. Bathrooms need a fresh coat of paint (at minimum). Front desk is crowded with items and dirty looking. Continental Breakfast was not a full Continental Breakfast. There was no juice or fruit.

4

Shirley

Aug 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Non-smoking room that reaked of smoking. Noise all night. Sounded like equipment running.should not advertise breakfast with just coffee and muffins.

6

Anne

Jul 26, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

Breakfast was minimal and the coffee was barely tolerable. The beds were old but clean. I think that sums it up old but clean

6

Don

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Safe and clean, across the street from lots of eating choices, no wifi, there is a key deposit, breakfast is packaged muffins.

6

Pavel

Feb 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast is bad… there is no breakfast except a piece of bread with butter…)

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Month	Average price
January	$77
February	$79
March	$78
April	$88
May	$102
June	$114
July	$137
August	$134
September	$102
October	$90
November	$78
December	$77

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