Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
$106
/ night
Avg. for September
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$106
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area average $71 in January, the cheapest month, and $127 in August, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $71 |
| February | $83 |
| March | $76 |
| April | $87 |
| May | $90 |
| June | $115 |
| July | $121 |
| August | $127 |
| September | $106 |
| October | $97 |
| November | $75 |
| December | $71 |
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Cheapest: January (~$71)
About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Dining
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area.
Rooms
Stay in one of 124 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations are provided. Conveniences include phones with free local calls.
Location
With a stay at Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area in Watsonville, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Watsonville Square Shopping Center and Ramsay Park. This motel is 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from Monterey Bay and 11.8 mi (19 km) from Capitola Beach.
What's nearby
Watsonville Square Shopping Center(0.4 miles)
Ramsay Park(0.8 miles)
Watsonville Center for the Arts(1.9 miles)
Pajaro Valley Historical Association(2.4 miles)
Castro Adobe State Historic Park(2.9 miles)
Pinto Lake Park(3 miles)
Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds(4.7 miles)
Gizdich Ranch(5.8 miles)
La Selva Beach(6.3 miles)
Sunset State Beach(6.5 miles)
Manresa State Beach(6.7 miles)
Beer Can Beach(6.8 miles)
Zmudowski State Beach(7.2 miles)
Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve(7.2 miles)
Alfaro Family Vineyards(7.2 miles)
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)(1.9 miles)
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal)(23.5 miles)
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY)(26 miles)
Free Wi-Fi
Elevator / Lift
Multilingual Staff
Vending Machines
24-Hour Front Desk
Laundry Facilities
Location
125 Silver Leaf Dr, Watsonville, California, United States of America
Watsonville Square Shopping Center (0.4 miles)
Ramsay Park (0.8 miles)
Watsonville Center for the Arts (1.9 miles)
Pajaro Valley Historical Association (2.4 miles)
Castro Adobe State Historic Park (2.9 miles)
Pinto Lake Park (3 miles)
Room options
8
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 3
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
8
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
10
Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave
Room details
2 Full Beds
Sleeps 5
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
8
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 3
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
10
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds
Room details
2 Full Beds
Sleeps 5
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
8
Standard Room
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews
7.6
Good
Based on 1,009 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
14%
Couple
18%
Family
48%
Group
11%
Solo
7%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Motel 6-Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area, travelers describe a basic budget stay with friendly staff and a convenient location near Highway 1 and shops, alongside recurring complaints about inconsistent cleanliness, thin walls causing noise, and sparse in-room amenities.
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What guests think
At Motel 6-Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area, travelers describe a basic budget stay with friendly staff and a convenient location near Highway 1 and shops, alongside recurring complaints about inconsistent cleanliness, thin walls causing noise, and sparse in-room amenities.
Facilities are limited; several reviews note a closed or dirty pool and broken ice machines, though there is ample parking and designated pet areas. Service experiences vary, with reports of check-in delays, unexpected deposits, and housekeeping that required requests or was missed during stays. Expect a no-frills stopover that trades convenience and price for basic comfort and variable quality.
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Facilities
Facilities are basic; several guests reported a closed or dirty pool and broken ice machines, but noted ample parking, on-site laundry, and pet areas.
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Theresa
Jul 31, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
Stayed for 8 days with my 2 boys during a remodel because we have a dog and my landlord is economical and still paid over $200 a night. Cigarette butts and dog feces everywhere outside. Bags of garbage on the ground near the bins. Half the property is being lived in by low income tenants and filled bags of personal items and mops were leaning outside the rooms. The unpermitted pool is locked yet I noticed a man and boy in it. Housekeeping is non-existant. The TV didn't work for two days. Wiped a towel on the floor when we first arrived to remove spilt water and the towel turned black from the dirt. The air conditioner did not keep the room from being hot and the windows did not open. I felt like I was living in a ghetto. Attaching photos
Stayed for 8 days with my 2 boys during a remodel because we have a dog and my landlord is economical and still paid over $200 a night. Cigarette butts and dog feces everywhere outside. Bags of garbage on the ground near the bins. Half the property is being lived in by low income tenants and filled bags of personal items and mops were leaning outside the rooms. The unpermitted pool is locked yet I noticed a man and boy in it. Housekeeping is non-existant. The TV didn't work for two days. Wiped a towel on the floor when we first arrived to remove spilt water and the towel turned black from the dirt. The air conditioner did not keep the room from being hot and the windows did not open. I felt like I was living in a ghetto. Attaching photos
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Sounisa
Jul 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Missing towels. No waste basket. Floor dirty/not sweep for awhile-hairs/dirts. Bed mattress thin-can feel the bed spring. Old pillows, either flat/lumpy. Ice machine-out of order/never fixed or used.
Missing towels. No waste basket. Floor dirty/not sweep for awhile-hairs/dirts. Bed mattress thin-can feel the bed spring. Old pillows, either flat/lumpy. Ice machine-out of order/never fixed or used.
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ARNULFO
Jul 11, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The swimming pool was not open, they didn't clean our room, you have to ask for it, i didn't know if that was going to be extra charge for the service,
The swimming pool was not open, they didn't clean our room, you have to ask for it, i didn't know if that was going to be extra charge for the service,
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Michael
Nov 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Both ice machines were out of order, the phone didn't work, had to call the front desk on my cell phn, the TV remote went to a different TV. I took no photos, already wasted a $100 wasn't gonna waste my time aswell
Both ice machines were out of order, the phone didn't work, had to call the front desk on my cell phn, the TV remote went to a different TV. I took no photos, already wasted a $100 wasn't gonna waste my time aswell
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Jordan
Jun 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Needs To Be Renovated. Pool was dirty.
Needs To Be Renovated. Pool was dirty.
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Anthony
Jun 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great staff, nice pool.
Great staff, nice pool.
4
Chris
Jun 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
One of the worst motel 6s I have ever stayed in but they do have a large parking lot wich is needed when you have a huge truck and trailer but other than that I felt like I had to sleep with one eye open beds where not that good and there wasn’t even a light in the ceiling when we walked in so we had to make are way to the bathroom or the lights over the bed to see
One of the worst motel 6s I have ever stayed in but they do have a large parking lot wich is needed when you have a huge truck and trailer but other than that I felt like I had to sleep with one eye open beds where not that good and there wasn’t even a light in the ceiling when we walked in so we had to make are way to the bathroom or the lights over the bed to see
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BARBARA
Aug 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Incredible customer service! Very friendly and outgoing staff. Laundry room on site. Multiple, nicely kept pet areas-probably the best I've seen at any motel.
Incredible customer service! Very friendly and outgoing staff. Laundry room on site. Multiple, nicely kept pet areas-probably the best I've seen at any motel.
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Dana
Jun 19, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
It was a nice stay. Nice area and if something was wrong they would fix it. Other than no working ice machine no complaints.
It was a nice stay. Nice area and if something was wrong they would fix it. Other than no working ice machine no complaints.
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Terri
Aug 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The check in was nice. However, they did not tell us that the 2 ice machines were broken. We didn't find that out until we went to get ice. There was plenty of parking and the room was clean. The bed however was hard and one of the pillows had a flat end and a lumpy end. To be honest, I have never seen one like it. This is a no-frills motel. There was no coffee maker or coffee in the room and also no hairdryer. I don't think that I would come back. I was expecting something better for $195 a night.
The check in was nice. However, they did not tell us that the 2 ice machines were broken. We didn't find that out until we went to get ice. There was plenty of parking and the room was clean. The bed however was hard and one of the pillows had a flat end and a lumpy end. To be honest, I have never seen one like it. This is a no-frills motel. There was no coffee maker or coffee in the room and also no hairdryer. I don't think that I would come back. I was expecting something better for $195 a night.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is inconsistent: multiple reviews cite dirty floors, stains, odors, mold, and pests (roaches and, in one case, bed bugs), while others found rooms clean. Housekeeping during stays often required requests and was sometimes missed.
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Theresa
Jul 31, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
Stayed for 8 days with my 2 boys during a remodel because we have a dog and my landlord is economical and still paid over $200 a night. Cigarette butts and dog feces everywhere outside. Bags of garbage on the ground near the bins. Half the property is being lived in by low income tenants and filled bags of personal items and mops were leaning outside the rooms. The unpermitted pool is locked yet I noticed a man and boy in it. Housekeeping is non-existant. The TV didn't work for two days. Wiped a towel on the floor when we first arrived to remove spilt water and the towel turned black from the dirt. The air conditioner did not keep the room from being hot and the windows did not open. I felt like I was living in a ghetto. Attaching photos
Stayed for 8 days with my 2 boys during a remodel because we have a dog and my landlord is economical and still paid over $200 a night. Cigarette butts and dog feces everywhere outside. Bags of garbage on the ground near the bins. Half the property is being lived in by low income tenants and filled bags of personal items and mops were leaning outside the rooms. The unpermitted pool is locked yet I noticed a man and boy in it. Housekeeping is non-existant. The TV didn't work for two days. Wiped a towel on the floor when we first arrived to remove spilt water and the towel turned black from the dirt. The air conditioner did not keep the room from being hot and the windows did not open. I felt like I was living in a ghetto. Attaching photos
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Rosa
Aug 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
roaches all over the room. left immediately
roaches all over the room. left immediately
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Cristina
Sep 2, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was not in good condition, the floor was dirty, the bathroom and window had mold , and the room was musty. The outside was also very dirty. I will never stay there again.
The room was not in good condition, the floor was dirty, the bathroom and window had mold , and the room was musty. The outside was also very dirty. I will never stay there again.
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serina
Aug 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Wanted a budget motel for a quick stopover on a roadtrip, and ended up being impressed by the overall cleanliness and spaciousness of our room. I should have upgraded to a room with a microwave and fridge for a couple of bucks, but other than that, bed was comfortable, sheets were crisp and clean, we were able to take a bath, and there was a little seating area we were able to eat a quick meal at. The only downside was that the walls were fairly thin, so depending on others you may be in for a loud night. Luckily our neighbors were only loud in the evening and morning and we were able to have a quiet, restful night. Check in/out process was quick and easy.
Wanted a budget motel for a quick stopover on a roadtrip, and ended up being impressed by the overall cleanliness and spaciousness of our room. I should have upgraded to a room with a microwave and fridge for a couple of bucks, but other than that, bed was comfortable, sheets were crisp and clean, we were able to take a bath, and there was a little seating area we were able to eat a quick meal at. The only downside was that the walls were fairly thin, so depending on others you may be in for a loud night. Luckily our neighbors were only loud in the evening and morning and we were able to have a quiet, restful night. Check in/out process was quick and easy.
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Shannon
Jun 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Let’s just say it’s a place to lay your head when you need for just a night. Rooms are extremely small. Floor lifting. Paint is bad. Bathroom smelled like mold. Full of illegals
Let’s just say it’s a place to lay your head when you need for just a night. Rooms are extremely small. Floor lifting. Paint is bad. Bathroom smelled like mold. Full of illegals
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Nicholas
Jul 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff member working the night shift was awesome. The room was dirty and there looked to be blood on some spots of the walls. Whoever was in the room above was walking around literally all night. I know that isn’t the property or staffs fault, but that sucked. Didn’t get much sleep.
The staff member working the night shift was awesome. The room was dirty and there looked to be blood on some spots of the walls. Whoever was in the room above was walking around literally all night. I know that isn’t the property or staffs fault, but that sucked. Didn’t get much sleep.
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Ernesto
Jun 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I had an awful experience at this Motel 6. I was booked for a 3-night stay but could only tolerate one night due to bed bugs. I couldn’t sleep at all — I kept getting bitten and even took pictures as proof. The next morning, I went to the front desk and showed them the photos. Instead of addressing the issue, they told me to contact Expedia. I’ve been trying to get a refund ever since and still haven’t received it. This was a completely unacceptable experience. Between the bed bugs, lack of sleep, and zero accountability from the staff, I would never stay here again. I hope management takes these concerns seriously — no guest should have to go through this.
I had an awful experience at this Motel 6. I was booked for a 3-night stay but could only tolerate one night due to bed bugs. I couldn’t sleep at all — I kept getting bitten and even took pictures as proof. The next morning, I went to the front desk and showed them the photos. Instead of addressing the issue, they told me to contact Expedia. I’ve been trying to get a refund ever since and still haven’t received it. This was a completely unacceptable experience. Between the bed bugs, lack of sleep, and zero accountability from the staff, I would never stay here again. I hope management takes these concerns seriously — no guest should have to go through this.
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Jonathan
Nov 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
My first room had blood strains on the floor and splattered on the bathroom door. I tried to get a second day and they tried to charge me way more and extra deposit.
My first room had blood strains on the floor and splattered on the bathroom door. I tried to get a second day and they tried to charge me way more and extra deposit.
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Tristram
Aug 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We were there for three nights at a cost of nearly $700 and (1) the AC did not work and (2) they never cleaned the room!!!!! We asked but every day we came back beds were unmade, no new towels, garbage not removed, etc.
We were there for three nights at a cost of nearly $700 and (1) the AC did not work and (2) they never cleaned the room!!!!! We asked but every day we came back beds were unmade, no new towels, garbage not removed, etc.
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Maricela
Aug 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was very clean. Nice decorations. Hotel looks nice inside and outside.
Room was very clean. Nice decorations. Hotel looks nice inside and outside.
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Rooms
Rooms are basic with minimal in-room amenities; comfort varies and thin walls contribute to noise from neighbors or the parking lot. Some guests faced equipment issues like nonworking AC, TVs, or Wi‑Fi, while others reported comfortable beds.
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Scott
Aug 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The bed was the worst bed EVER!!! People walking up and down the hallway talking, knocking on my door looking for some dipshit tweeker twice. After I yelled at them to go away the went next door and woke that guy up and he yelled at them also….. I’ll never use this chain again!
The bed was the worst bed EVER!!! People walking up and down the hallway talking, knocking on my door looking for some dipshit tweeker twice. After I yelled at them to go away the went next door and woke that guy up and he yelled at them also….. I’ll never use this chain again!
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serina
Aug 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Wanted a budget motel for a quick stopover on a roadtrip, and ended up being impressed by the overall cleanliness and spaciousness of our room. I should have upgraded to a room with a microwave and fridge for a couple of bucks, but other than that, bed was comfortable, sheets were crisp and clean, we were able to take a bath, and there was a little seating area we were able to eat a quick meal at. The only downside was that the walls were fairly thin, so depending on others you may be in for a loud night. Luckily our neighbors were only loud in the evening and morning and we were able to have a quiet, restful night. Check in/out process was quick and easy.
Wanted a budget motel for a quick stopover on a roadtrip, and ended up being impressed by the overall cleanliness and spaciousness of our room. I should have upgraded to a room with a microwave and fridge for a couple of bucks, but other than that, bed was comfortable, sheets were crisp and clean, we were able to take a bath, and there was a little seating area we were able to eat a quick meal at. The only downside was that the walls were fairly thin, so depending on others you may be in for a loud night. Luckily our neighbors were only loud in the evening and morning and we were able to have a quiet, restful night. Check in/out process was quick and easy.
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Jennifer
Jun 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was wonderful but the room didn’t have air conditioning and it was hot inside
Staff was wonderful but the room didn’t have air conditioning and it was hot inside
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Brian
Jun 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Quick and easy check in, room was basic and did the job. Bed was comfortable. Lots of dining options nearby.
Quick and easy check in, room was basic and did the job. Bed was comfortable. Lots of dining options nearby.
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Amy
Oct 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was amazing. My room was simple and clean. My only problem was there wasn’t any hot water for the shower- only tepid water. The TV didn’t work well. Lots of static. The noise level was pretty high outside until late but that isn’t unexpected in less expensive lodging.
Staff was amazing. My room was simple and clean. My only problem was there wasn’t any hot water for the shower- only tepid water. The TV didn’t work well. Lots of static. The noise level was pretty high outside until late but that isn’t unexpected in less expensive lodging.
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Veda Gayathri
Aug 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
No bathroom lock.No WiFi.Water leaking from Bathroom.
No bathroom lock.No WiFi.Water leaking from Bathroom.
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John
Nov 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was to nosie from the top and sides all night and day. One of the worst hotel that I stayed at
The room was to nosie from the top and sides all night and day. One of the worst hotel that I stayed at
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Kirsten
Feb 11, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
TV didn't work, deadbolt was broken plumbing on tub was visible toilet seat was loose.
TV didn't work, deadbolt was broken plumbing on tub was visible toilet seat was loose.
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Terri
Aug 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The check in was nice. However, they did not tell us that the 2 ice machines were broken. We didn't find that out until we went to get ice. There was plenty of parking and the room was clean. The bed however was hard and one of the pillows had a flat end and a lumpy end. To be honest, I have never seen one like it. This is a no-frills motel. There was no coffee maker or coffee in the room and also no hairdryer. I don't think that I would come back. I was expecting something better for $195 a night.
The check in was nice. However, they did not tell us that the 2 ice machines were broken. We didn't find that out until we went to get ice. There was plenty of parking and the room was clean. The bed however was hard and one of the pillows had a flat end and a lumpy end. To be honest, I have never seen one like it. This is a no-frills motel. There was no coffee maker or coffee in the room and also no hairdryer. I don't think that I would come back. I was expecting something better for $195 a night.
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Tristram
Aug 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We were there for three nights at a cost of nearly $700 and (1) the AC did not work and (2) they never cleaned the room!!!!! We asked but every day we came back beds were unmade, no new towels, garbage not removed, etc.
We were there for three nights at a cost of nearly $700 and (1) the AC did not work and (2) they never cleaned the room!!!!! We asked but every day we came back beds were unmade, no new towels, garbage not removed, etc.
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Service
Many guests describe staff as friendly and accommodating, but consistency is mixed. Reported issues include check-in delays or reservation problems, a surprise $150 deposit, and slow or missed responses to housekeeping and refund concerns.
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Alejandro
Jul 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
First of all I will begin with the Check-in. I had booked a two night stay and the desk person only put me down for a one night stay.I let her know it was two night. I only recieved one room key. On the second night at 2:00 am. We were awakened by someone opening our door with a room key.Thank God for the extra door lock. They had told me that the desk person had given them the key. In the morning I let the front desk person about the incident, and thier response we are sorry, and next time let us know right away. My response was at 2:00 am! I wasn't offered any compensation. In addition the room was a little dirty.
First of all I will begin with the Check-in. I had booked a two night stay and the desk person only put me down for a one night stay.I let her know it was two night. I only recieved one room key. On the second night at 2:00 am. We were awakened by someone opening our door with a room key.Thank God for the extra door lock. They had told me that the desk person had given them the key. In the morning I let the front desk person about the incident, and thier response we are sorry, and next time let us know right away. My response was at 2:00 am! I wasn't offered any compensation. In addition the room was a little dirty.
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enedilson
Feb 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I got there for checking have to wait one hour for my room I make my reservations online on Expedia and they have to call Expedia I wait 2 hours Sorry never going back there Thank you
I got there for checking have to wait one hour for my room I make my reservations online on Expedia and they have to call Expedia I wait 2 hours Sorry never going back there Thank you
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Amy
Jun 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
They charge a $150 deposit at check in (on top of the 130 dollar fee for the room) that is not stated online when reserving the room, or in the confirmation emails. Thankfully i had the money, but we were completely blindsided.
They charge a $150 deposit at check in (on top of the 130 dollar fee for the room) that is not stated online when reserving the room, or in the confirmation emails. Thankfully i had the money, but we were completely blindsided.
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Ernesto
Jun 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I had an awful experience at this Motel 6. I was booked for a 3-night stay but could only tolerate one night due to bed bugs. I couldn’t sleep at all — I kept getting bitten and even took pictures as proof. The next morning, I went to the front desk and showed them the photos. Instead of addressing the issue, they told me to contact Expedia. I’ve been trying to get a refund ever since and still haven’t received it. This was a completely unacceptable experience. Between the bed bugs, lack of sleep, and zero accountability from the staff, I would never stay here again. I hope management takes these concerns seriously — no guest should have to go through this.
I had an awful experience at this Motel 6. I was booked for a 3-night stay but could only tolerate one night due to bed bugs. I couldn’t sleep at all — I kept getting bitten and even took pictures as proof. The next morning, I went to the front desk and showed them the photos. Instead of addressing the issue, they told me to contact Expedia. I’ve been trying to get a refund ever since and still haven’t received it. This was a completely unacceptable experience. Between the bed bugs, lack of sleep, and zero accountability from the staff, I would never stay here again. I hope management takes these concerns seriously — no guest should have to go through this.
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Joan
Sep 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was very friendly and accommodating
Staff was very friendly and accommodating
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BARBARA
Aug 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Incredible customer service! Very friendly and outgoing staff. Laundry room on site. Multiple, nicely kept pet areas-probably the best I've seen at any motel.
Incredible customer service! Very friendly and outgoing staff. Laundry room on site. Multiple, nicely kept pet areas-probably the best I've seen at any motel.
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Candelario
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great staff clean rooms
Great staff clean rooms
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Renzo
Apr 2, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The facility was outstanding. I had one complaint about the room and they were able to fix the problem in less than 2 minutes. Staff was amazing.
The facility was outstanding. I had one complaint about the room and they were able to fix the problem in less than 2 minutes. Staff was amazing.
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ivy
May 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The front desk agent was really helpful, kind and tried her best to help me. The problem was that my reservation could not be found on their system. The agent attempted to call expedia for support multiple times and did not receive the support she needed. I waited approximately 45 min to receive my room. Not sure why my reservation was not in your system but this made the experience in enjoyable. Again the front desk agent was great and helpful.
The front desk agent was really helpful, kind and tried her best to help me. The problem was that my reservation could not be found on their system. The agent attempted to call expedia for support multiple times and did not receive the support she needed. I waited approximately 45 min to receive my room. Not sure why my reservation was not in your system but this made the experience in enjoyable. Again the front desk agent was great and helpful.
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Rachel
Nov 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean and very helpful staff
Very clean and very helpful staff
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Location
Convenient for drivers near Highway 1, shopping, restaurants, and a cinema, and between Santa Cruz and Monterey. Several reviews note late-night activity, loitering, or police presence that made some guests uneasy.
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Luis
Jun 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It has Plenty parking space, you gotta know this location is in a quiet environment most of the time very accessible, 1 minute from hwy 1
It has Plenty parking space, you gotta know this location is in a quiet environment most of the time very accessible, 1 minute from hwy 1
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Matthew
Apr 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Safe enough and quiet area for a two nights stay. Definitely rough around the edges and a little grungy, but I did feel like the room was properly cleaned and sanitized for our stay. Receptionist was kind and seemed like she was doing her best despite challenging facilities. There’s an Applebees and movie theatre right next door. Wouldn’t stay here again if I had a choice but the price was reasonable.
Safe enough and quiet area for a two nights stay. Definitely rough around the edges and a little grungy, but I did feel like the room was properly cleaned and sanitized for our stay. Receptionist was kind and seemed like she was doing her best despite challenging facilities. There’s an Applebees and movie theatre right next door. Wouldn’t stay here again if I had a choice but the price was reasonable.
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Nicholas
Sep 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lots of nearby stores and restaurants walking distance
Lots of nearby stores and restaurants walking distance
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Gaby
Sep 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was clean enough. Mainly chose this hotel for proximity to santa cruz and pet friendly. 1st time in Watsonville. Nice little area, lots of shops near by and near fwy.
Room was clean enough. Mainly chose this hotel for proximity to santa cruz and pet friendly. 1st time in Watsonville. Nice little area, lots of shops near by and near fwy.
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Judy
Oct 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The walls in the restroom need a deep cleaning, especially the narrow wall facing inward. The light over the sink was not working. The gracious clerk immediately changed our room. The walls are very thin could hear people using stairs and all car alarms. Only a small bar of soap and towels available, no frills, morning coffee in the office. The Watsonville location is near many restaurants and Highway #1.
The walls in the restroom need a deep cleaning, especially the narrow wall facing inward. The light over the sink was not working. The gracious clerk immediately changed our room. The walls are very thin could hear people using stairs and all car alarms. Only a small bar of soap and towels available, no frills, morning coffee in the office. The Watsonville location is near many restaurants and Highway #1.
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William
Nov 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It was out of the way of the main downtown areas (squarely in between Monterey and Santa Cruz), but still close enough to drive to either in 20 or so minutes. Perfect if you want to experience the bustling cities without all the clutter. There was even a cinema next door if you just wanted to catch a movie to decompress. The rooms were clean and the staff very kind.
It was out of the way of the main downtown areas (squarely in between Monterey and Santa Cruz), but still close enough to drive to either in 20 or so minutes. Perfect if you want to experience the bustling cities without all the clutter. There was even a cinema next door if you just wanted to catch a movie to decompress. The rooms were clean and the staff very kind.
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Peter
Aug 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It’s ok room good cleaning ok Area seems not good we heard gun shot
It’s ok room good cleaning ok Area seems not good we heard gun shot
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Greg
Jul 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Gave it two stars due to the fact facility was clean and the rooms were clean with the great view it was on the second floor by the pool and could see the water if it wasn't for that I would have gave it minus Stars. There were large amounts of people hanging out in the parking lot all over, part of the hotel I think was turned into a boarding for illegal immigrants / farm workers not sure as I seen sets of bunk beds set up in all the rooms. There were people in cars for long periods of time throughout my stay, police raided a room about 6:30 in the morning kicking the door and pounding on it bringing individuals out into cuffs just wasn't an overall good stay whenever stay again would not recommend it unless you have no other options once again I mean the facility was clean and had a great view but other than that really wasn't place to be wish I could read it better but I just can't
Gave it two stars due to the fact facility was clean and the rooms were clean with the great view it was on the second floor by the pool and could see the water if it wasn't for that I would have gave it minus Stars. There were large amounts of people hanging out in the parking lot all over, part of the hotel I think was turned into a boarding for illegal immigrants / farm workers not sure as I seen sets of bunk beds set up in all the rooms. There were people in cars for long periods of time throughout my stay, police raided a room about 6:30 in the morning kicking the door and pounding on it bringing individuals out into cuffs just wasn't an overall good stay whenever stay again would not recommend it unless you have no other options once again I mean the facility was clean and had a great view but other than that really wasn't place to be wish I could read it better but I just can't
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Beatriz
Feb 7, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Too many people outside late at night. Cars driving in and out of lot, and people sitting in car.
Too many people outside late at night. Cars driving in and out of lot, and people sitting in car.
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Maddison
May 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Next to a cute theater, quiet, easy check in
Next to a cute theater, quiet, easy check in
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Dining
No on-site dining or breakfast is noted; some reviews mention only lobby coffee and no in-room coffee makers.
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Paul
Feb 8, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Missing the coffee maker in the room
Missing the coffee maker in the room
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Amy
Jun 2, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
So of all the hotels that I have stayed the night in I'm from Utah watsonville is my childhood City I grew up there till I was 9:00 moved to Utah then I moved back to Vacaville when I was 11 or 12 and then I left at Vacaville when I was 16 years old and came back to Utah. The hotel had weird ways of doing things it wasn't full service we had to bring a dirty towels down to the desk so they could go across the hallway to give us new towels there wasn't enough trash cans in the room and they only clean the room out every 3 Days by request from the guests that are staying in the room I had no idea this until I got to the hotel we had to understand how things worked the vending machinemachine took all of her money. And I said there's nothing we can do. I thought there's a couple of breakfast that did not exist there. And we often went to the beach and had to walk on a Sandy floor so it got cleaned out once in 4 days and then we left and couldn't wait to leave the heck out of there cuz we had to bring down our towels every time they were dirty to get some fresh ones.
So of all the hotels that I have stayed the night in I'm from Utah watsonville is my childhood City I grew up there till I was 9:00 moved to Utah then I moved back to Vacaville when I was 11 or 12 and then I left at Vacaville when I was 16 years old and came back to Utah. The hotel had weird ways of doing things it wasn't full service we had to bring a dirty towels down to the desk so they could go across the hallway to give us new towels there wasn't enough trash cans in the room and they only clean the room out every 3 Days by request from the guests that are staying in the room I had no idea this until I got to the hotel we had to understand how things worked the vending machinemachine took all of her money. And I said there's nothing we can do. I thought there's a couple of breakfast that did not exist there. And we often went to the beach and had to walk on a Sandy floor so it got cleaned out once in 4 days and then we left and couldn't wait to leave the heck out of there cuz we had to bring down our towels every time they were dirty to get some fresh ones.
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Corazon
May 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room,easy access to freeway but room lacked basics , no bathroom shelf, no wastebasket, no dresser mirror, no shampoo, pillow was hard , aircon was noisy , no refrigerator , no coffeemaker.. Coffee was available at the lobby
Clean room,easy access to freeway but room lacked basics , no bathroom shelf, no wastebasket, no dresser mirror, no shampoo, pillow was hard , aircon was noisy , no refrigerator , no coffeemaker.. Coffee was available at the lobby
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Judy
Oct 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The walls in the restroom need a deep cleaning, especially the narrow wall facing inward. The light over the sink was not working. The gracious clerk immediately changed our room. The walls are very thin could hear people using stairs and all car alarms. Only a small bar of soap and towels available, no frills, morning coffee in the office. The Watsonville location is near many restaurants and Highway #1.
The walls in the restroom need a deep cleaning, especially the narrow wall facing inward. The light over the sink was not working. The gracious clerk immediately changed our room. The walls are very thin could hear people using stairs and all car alarms. Only a small bar of soap and towels available, no frills, morning coffee in the office. The Watsonville location is near many restaurants and Highway #1.
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Terri
Aug 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The check in was nice. However, they did not tell us that the 2 ice machines were broken. We didn't find that out until we went to get ice. There was plenty of parking and the room was clean. The bed however was hard and one of the pillows had a flat end and a lumpy end. To be honest, I have never seen one like it. This is a no-frills motel. There was no coffee maker or coffee in the room and also no hairdryer. I don't think that I would come back. I was expecting something better for $195 a night.
The check in was nice. However, they did not tell us that the 2 ice machines were broken. We didn't find that out until we went to get ice. There was plenty of parking and the room was clean. The bed however was hard and one of the pillows had a flat end and a lumpy end. To be honest, I have never seen one like it. This is a no-frills motel. There was no coffee maker or coffee in the room and also no hairdryer. I don't think that I would come back. I was expecting something better for $195 a night.
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Arthur
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
It was well keep up and it was better now then before
It was well keep up and it was better now then before
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nathan
Aug 10, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
My room was poorly maintained, dirty, moldy, and there were bugs.
My room was poorly maintained, dirty, moldy, and there were bugs.
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Antionette
Jul 27, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
This was the dirtiest nastiest hotel I have ever stayed in my life, understandable that it a Motel 6 under a new brand but I didn't expect the roaches and rooms to be so unexpectedly disgusting 😑 I have videos to prove it. My wife and 3 young children had to sleep in our car, the staff gave us another room which was just as bad. Bed bugs roaches trash in the room.
This was the dirtiest nastiest hotel I have ever stayed in my life, understandable that it a Motel 6 under a new brand but I didn't expect the roaches and rooms to be so unexpectedly disgusting 😑 I have videos to prove it. My wife and 3 young children had to sleep in our car, the staff gave us another room which was just as bad. Bed bugs roaches trash in the room.
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Robert
Jul 24, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Just what you need for the value.
Just what you need for the value.
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Geoffrey
Jul 23, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Exactly what I expected at the price.
Exactly what I expected at the price.
FAQs about Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.
Is breakfast offered at the hotel?
Breakfast is not specifically mentioned, but there is a snack bar/deli available for guests.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features limited wheelchair accessibility, including elevators and step-free entrances.
What is the location of the hotel in relation to local attractions?
The hotel is located within a 15-minute walk of Watsonville Square Shopping Center and Ramsay Park. It is approximately 17.6 miles from Monterey Bay and 11.8 miles from Capitola Beach.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available for guests.
What are the policies regarding children staying at the hotel?
Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-09-15: 88.32490131376647USD
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- 2026-09-22: 66.96207405926513USD
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- 2026-09-25: 91.44353573099518USD
- 2026-09-26: 91.44353573099518USD
- 2026-09-27: 65.348391USD
- 2026-09-28: 66.96207405926513USD
- 2026-09-29: 65.60971095077515USD
- 2026-09-30: 73.97516820480347USD
- 2026-10-01: 84.17101094748688USD
- 2026-10-02: 80.33842621354675USD
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- 2026-10-10: 92.55591237913514USD
- 2026-10-11: 73.64355007340241USD
- 2026-10-12: 81.51157575691987USD
- 2026-10-13: 72.30457834410095USD
- 2026-10-14: 82.18749490660858USD
- 2026-10-15: 77.46926855478668USD
- 2026-10-16: 91.67697957107544USD
- 2026-10-17: 81.44205604314422USD
- 2026-10-18: 90.02167040236664USD
- 2026-10-19: 70.9656066147995USD
- 2026-10-20: 95.99156648761749USD
- 2026-10-21: 72.50329294115829USD
- 2026-10-22: 85.85184333270264USD
- 2026-10-23: 81.44205604314422USD
- 2026-10-24: 98.179793069664USD
- 2026-10-25: 95.35872541925049USD
- 2026-10-26: 90.02167040236664USD
- 2026-10-27: 88.4830175525589USD
- 2026-10-28: 88.4830175525589USD
- 2026-10-29: 95.35872541925049USD
- 2026-10-30: 98.179793069664USD
- 2026-10-31: 98.179793069664USD
- 2026-11-01: 84.17872564144135USD
- 2026-11-02: 81.51157575691987USD
- 2026-11-03: 88.4830175525589USD
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- 2026-11-08: 88.4830175525589USD
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- 2026-11-11: 88.4830175525589USD
- 2026-11-12: 97.43239491884613USD
- 2026-11-13: 107.36168711326599USD
- 2026-11-14: 100.0177358095398USD
- 2026-11-15: 88.4830175525589USD
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)
- Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- Self parking fee: USD 10.00 per day
- Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day plus USD 100.00 one-time cleaning fee
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Free Wi-Fi
Elevator / Lift
Multilingual Staff
Vending Machines
24-Hour Front Desk
Laundry Facilities
General
Vending Machines
Pool Hoist (on site)
Smoke-Free Property
Snack Bar/Deli
Stair-Free Path to Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Parking (Wheelchair Accessible)
Wheelchair Accessible Path of Travel
Wheelchair-Accessible Pool
Wheelchair-Accessible Registration Desk
Parking (Van) (Wheelchair Accessible)
Services
Elevator / Lift
Multilingual Staff
24-Hour Front Desk
Laundry Facilities
Well-Lit Path to Entrance
Activities
Television in Common Areas
Terrace
Parking
Parking (Self) (surcharge)
Internet
Free Wi-Fi