"I had a good, peaceful stay. The motel was nice. Clean room with comfortable beds. The staff was professional.2018-12-30"
"The motel room was cleaner than I expected, including the beds and towels. Everything smelled fresh. No early check-in, but that was my only disappointment.2016-01-15"
"Good rates. The bed in my motel room was clean, but the floor wasn't.2015-06-01"
"Hard to find, so get good directions. Clean, older hotel. Parking was tight.2015-01-22"
"Hotel was dirty - saw a cockroach in the sink - no amenities worth talking about - staff was less than helpful - don't recommend.2013-11-01"
"I had a good stay, and the staff treated me well. I recommend this hotel.2018-10-23"
"I had an OK hotel experience. We were initially put on the 3rd floor, where renovation was underway and the paint smell was awful. I requested a room change and we were moved to a 1st floor room. It was better but had bugs.2016-11-15"
"The hotel was inexpensive and sufficient. The check-in clerk was friendly and professional. Due to an outage, we didn't have TV service during our stay.2019-09-03"
"The AC in my room was unbelievably loud; it sounded like an airplane taking off every 10 minutes right next to the bed. The pillows were small and lumpy. I don't recommend this hotel.2018-06-24"
"The hotel room was great, but I didn't like the noise from the lounge.2018-03-15"
"The room was clean, and the staff was nice. Amazing breakfast, even for a vegan. Great place to stay.2017-11-28"
"Great location and rates. Nice hotel with good food.2015-09-15"
"The hotel room was clean and comfortable, but be prepared to pay for all your meals. There was no complimentary breakfast, though there was a Subway restaurant within walking distance.2017-10-10"
"We were happy with our last-minute stay. The hotel was clean and comfortable, and the staff was friendly. Not many options for dining or family fun.2017-01-23"
"The hotel was beautiful and immaculate. I loved the balcony overlooking the pool and central common area. Highly recommend.2015-12-16"
"We had to change rooms because the water wouldn't turn on in the bathtub. The 2nd room smelled like smoke, and the heater cycled on and off noisily. Not such a great hotel stay.2015-08-26"
"The WiFi connection was terrible, and when I called the hotel clerk, I was told to contact technical support. I was asked to pay for breakfast. I was disappointed. Don't stay here.2018-07-01"
"The hotel room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. The employees were nice and helpful. A group of loud people woke us up at 2 AM; we turned up the AC to drown out the noise. There was trash around the entrance in the morning.2018-04-02"
"The hotel staff was friendly. Good place to stay.2017-11-05"
"An average hotel. The room had a slight odor. I wouldn't recommend this place to family or friends.2016-01-05"
"The rooms were larger than we expected, which was a pleasant surprise, and we got adjoining rooms as requested. The hotel clerk was friendly and helpful. You won't be disappointed here.2015-12-26"
"The entire hotel was spotless, from the lobby to the room. All the employees offered assistance and answered any questions we had. We were able to utilize the shuttle. We'd stay here again.2019-05-16"
"This is the best hotel in the area. I had an excellent experience and am staying again next week.2016-01-18"
"Easy access to I-95. The room was ready when I arrived, and it was cleaned every day. The wireless Internet worked well. I feel like I got a great deal. Definitely stay at this hotel.2015-10-08"
"Good hotel for the price. Our room was clean, comfortable, and quiet, though the furnishings were dated. The fridge had an ice-maker, but it didn't seem to work, and there were no ice machines in the building. The staff was courteous and friendly. I'd stay here again.2016-08-26"
Upscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
Near I-95/I-495
4 floors, 116 studio and 1-bedroom suites
Free shuttle to attractions within 3-mile radius
No swimming pool
Exercise room
Kitchen in every suite
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
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- allows pets up to 50 pounds in 1st floor rooms only, 2 pets per room - $150 pet fee if staying 7 nights or more - $75 pet fee if staying fewer than 7 nights. - Oct 2019 < Less
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"The hotel was nice and clean, and the staff was friendly.2022-04-07"
"The room and bed were comfortable and much welcomed after a day on the road. A good, convenient hotel for an overnight stay. Limited dining at the hotel and in the area.2015-09-06"
Budget, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
Near FedExField and I-95/I-495
4 floors, 122 studio suites
No swimming pool
Exercise room
Kitchen in every suite
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
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- allows dogs only - allows dogs up to 80 pounds, 2 dogs per room - $200 per stay fee for each dog + an additional $11 per night fee for each dog. - Nov 2019 < Less
Note: Some WoodSpring Suites charge a weekly rate, even if you stay just one night.
"Close to the highway and a lot of little shops. The hotel was clean and had up-to-date rooms and lobby. Loved the kitchenette. No full-length mirror in the room. Quick and easy check-in. The employees were nice, attentive, and helpful. There was only one elevator. Great place to stay.2021-09-26"
Upscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
5 floors, 104 studio to 2-bedroom suites
Heated indoor swimming pool - exercise room
Kitchen in every suite
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
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- allows 1 pet per room - $150 pet fee if staying 7 nights or more - $75 pet fee if staying fewer than 7 nights. - March 2020 < Less
"The hotel was nice and conveniently located. I highly recommend staying here.2017-10-17"
"The hotel was clean and sharp-looking. Good front desk clerk; he was very helpful.2016-09-22"
"The toilet in my hotel room was a mess, so we were moved to a suite. The coffee maker had a used filter in it, and there were no washcloths. Things happen, and I do recommend staying here.2016-09-21"
"Good stay. The hotel clerks were helpful.2021-05-27"
"All the hotel employees were friendly and helpful.2018-10-24"
"The hotel room was clean, and the staff was OK. The shuttle service was convenient. The bar and restaurant were closed most of Sunday for a private party, and the front desk clerk wasn't helpful with dining recommendations.2016-10-20"
"Everything was excellent. Great room and friendly, helpful hotel staff. The free breakfast was quite OK. Don't hesitate to stay here.2019-11-21"
"Other hotel guests were noisy and inconsiderate. When I complained to the front desk clerk, she was wearing headphones and I didn't know if she even listened to me.2018-06-10"
"Splendid location for U Maryland and NARA II visitors. The hotel clerks were nice and helpful. Good room service.2016-09-22"
"The hotel room was clean and comfortable, and the staff was friendly. Great complimentary breakfast with a nice selection of food. Book it.2016-09-15"
"Convenient to the college. Keep an eye out for the hotel sign. The room was nice and clean. Excellent staff and great breakfast.2016-05-17"
"Close to UMD and the National Archive. The hotel was clean, fairly new, and well-managed, and the employees were friendly. Great place to stay.2017-11-20"
"We enjoyed our hotel stay. The customer service was excellent.2021-08-02"
"My stay at this hotel was horrific. Even the clerk offered to help me pack and said I wouldn't be pleased staying here. I found pens and Vaseline jars under the bed, the bathroom wasn't clean, and the ice trays were dirty. The staff was rude.2020-11-20"
"The AC in my hotel room didn't work properly, and it was quite warm.2016-09-22"
"A great choice and a good value. The hotel was nicely maintained and felt safe. The staff was professional and courteous, and the continental breakfast was excellent.2023-03-06"
"The hotel room looked nice, but one of the beds had stained bedsheets.2019-02-16"
"The hotel was tired, and the hallways and elevators were shoddy. The hotel clerk was overwhelmed at check-in; the lines were long and she screamed that rooms weren't ready.2017-09-06"
"The hotel room was nice, neat, and smelled clean. Easy check-in and checkout. I enjoyed my stay.2016-01-04"
"There appeared to be people living at the hotel. The front desk clerks were disorganized and unhelpful. Some remodeling was underway, and I saw workers sitting in the hallway with their tools while they waited for someone to bring a key card. Don't stay here.2015-11-11"
"The hotel was nice, clean, and conveniently located. Good experience.2017-03-24"
"The hotel looked shabby, but the front desk clerks were nice and helpful.2016-05-23"
"The hotel clerks barely spoke to us and made us feel unwelcome. Our room was in the front of the building, and we heard a lot of traffic noise. The pillows left a lot to be desired. At least the bathroom was clean. Stay somewhere else.2016-05-22"
"We loved this hotel. The atmosphere was nice, and the room was super clean and organized. Well-stocked with towels and coffee. Highly recommend.2015-05-27"
"The motel was dated, and the room was dirty. There were crumbs on the floor, food was stuck on the wall, and the bed covers were stained. There are better alternatives in the area.2022-11-21"
"The motel seemed a bit overpriced considering the small bathroom and peeling plaster above the window. Don't expect much at the continental breakfast.2017-11-06"
"Good location and rates. The motel wasn't fancy, but it was adequate for a clean, cool overnight stay. The front desk clerk treated me well, and breakfast was good. A decent option.2017-07-19"
"The room was clean, and the hotel clerks were friendly. However, the hallways smelled strongly of marijuana, and the smell was apparent in our non-smoking room.2018-01-02"
On place pages like this, we order hotels from lowest cost to highest – except we list low-rated hotels at the bottom of the page.
Most of our competitors order these same hotels in other ways that make them more money.
How Do We Define Motel?
To us, motels are smaller lodgings that have rooms you can enter directly from the parking area.
At hotels, on the other hand, you can enter your room only through a hall inside the building.
Hotel Booking Tips
Beware of non-refundable reservations that could cost you a lot of money if you change or cancel them. +Non-refundable reservations are a gamble that will usually save you less than $10. If you make a $90 non-refundable reservation instead of a $100 refundable booking, you are betting $90 to win $10. Would you do that in Las Vegas? -
Don't assume you can cancel a non-refundable reservation without penalty if you notify the hotel weeks or even months in advance. +Often you cannot – because some hotels' profit strategy is to get paid more than once for the same room for the same night. -
Always read cancellation policies carefully before you make a reservation. + When is the latest date and time you can cancel without penalty? - More >
When you make a reservation, you will receive a confirmation email. Take a copy with you to the hotel.
The earlier in the afternoon you check into a hotel, the more likely you will get a room or suite that matches your preferences.
