"The exterior door locks were broken. The hallway and room looked run-down, and there was a distinct odor of disinfectant. We decided not to stay, and the hotel clerk didn't even ask why we were checking out.2017-08-18"
"The hotel was old but clean, and the bed was comfortable.2016-04-28"
"The microwave was dirty. The bathroom faucet dripped, and the drain was rusty. The hotel didn't have an elevator.2022-08-15"
"Great stay. The hotel room was nice, and the exterior was beautiful. The only problem was the parking; cars with small trailers took up multiple parking spots, leaving few for others.2021-08-09"
"I stay at this hotel at least 4 times each year. It's a nice, clean, comfortable option with just the basics. It's a little dated, but I have no issues with that.2020-04-16"
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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.
