"The quality of the hotel staff stood out. Check-in was quick and easy, and a young man helped us with our key card for the elevator, then helped us get our luggage to the room. He refused to accept a tip. The restaurant staff couldn't have been more accommodating; we were impressed with how polite and efficient they were. Nice breakfast, too. Book it.2024-01-21"
"A wonderful hotel. I loved the pool and on-site restaurant. Stay on the top floor for an amazing view at night.2018-04-10"
"The hotel room was spacious and clean. No coffee maker, but it had a fridge and microwave. We were given vouchers for breakfast; it was fantastic and available until 10 AM. I recommend staying here.2017-12-23"
"We had a good stay at this hotel. Book it.2021-08-20"
"We were disappointed. The phone in our room didn't work, and the AC was noisy. The ice machine on our floor didn't work. The hotel clerks and breakfast were excellent.2019-10-10"
"Not a good hotel. The room was dirty. Don't stay here.2019-07-17"
"The hotel was quiet, despite being close to the road. Don't expect anything fancy or up-to-date, though. The room needed remodeling. The ceiling was patched and peeling in spots, and the bed hardly had any springs. The water in the handicap shower went all over the floor. I had to wait 10 minutes for a clerk to come to the desk to check me in. Breakfast was good.2023-11-14"
"Close to the auto train station. The hotel is reasonably priced, and the employees were great. Good breakfast, too. This place is as good as any.2023-05-28"
"Close to I-95. Good value. Check-in was prompt, and breakfast was provided. Parking was free.2021-11-29"
"The bed was comfortable, and I loved the white bedding. The towels were also white and were beautifully folded. No bathtub, just a shower. I did hear other guests slamming doors and dragging chairs around upstairs. Ask for a room away from the noisy highway side of the hotel.2020-08-20"
"The hotel room was immaculate, and all the employees were gracious and helpful. The front desk clerk was a true professional.2016-11-15"
"Clean hotel with good-sized rooms. Right on the interstate, though, so it was noisy. Fast check-in. The front desk clerks were friendly.2021-03-24"
"Our hotel room was right next to the highway, and the noise was awful; it kept us awake all night. 2016-07-25"
"Easy check-in and checkout, and the hotel clerks were nice. I was allowed a late checkout. Nice pool. The parking lot filled up on top, but there was more parking underground, along with an elevator.2015-04-15"
"The hotel was under construction, but the room was clean and comfortable and the front desk clerk was friendly and helpful. There were some restaurants in the area, but avoid the pizza delivery place. I'd stay here again.2022-01-09"
"Not a quality hotel. Other guests started partying 2 hours into my sleep, so I decided to leave. No hot water for a shower. Don't stay here.2019-04-16"
"Not a good value. The hotel room wasn't ready when I arrived at 3 PM. The furniture was old, the beds were small, and there was no fridge. Stay somewhere else.2018-04-21"
"The hotel suite was clean and spacious. Quick, polite check-in even though it was almost midnight. You won't be disappointed.2021-09-28"
"Clean hotel with professional personnel.2020-01-14"
"The hotel was just 2 minutes from the mall. The ambiance was especially nice since the Christmas decorations were still up. Try the french toast at breakfast.2019-01-02"
"I got a handicap room I didn't request. The hotel room was outdated, and the mattress was lumpy and sagged. Not the usual Marriott quality.2015-10-27"
Midscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
On Richmond Hwy near Fort Belvoir
3 floors, 57 suites - elevator
No swimming pool
Exercise room
Kitchen in every suite
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows pets in 12 1st floor rooms - $150 pet fee if staying 7 nights or more - $75 pet fee if staying fewer than 7 nights. - Jul 2016 < Less
"The room needed better soundproofing. The furniture was old and torn, and the bedsheets didn't seem fresh. The light fixture in the bathroom was rusty and looked horrible. The night clerk wasn't competent. Find another hotel.2019-12-10"
"Close to all the attractions. The hotel was clean and quiet, and the kitchenette was great.2017-11-16"
"The hotel room was small but comfortable, and the staff was friendly and helpful. No continental breakfast.2015-07-18"
"There was trash behind the chair in my room. I told the hotel clerk, and it was taken care of.2021-01-08"
"The hotel was comfortable. Excellent breakfast with a variety of selections.2019-11-14"
"The room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. The hotel staff was nice and helpful, and they recommended a good restaurant. If you're taking the auto train in Lorton, stay here.2019-04-27"
"Terrible location. No information in the room about the TV, the area, or local restaurants. The hotel exterior was dirty, and the pool was closed but filthy. Breakfast was a muffin, granola bar, and an apple. The beverage was a bottle of water. I couldn't wait to leave.2021-08-07"
"No AC and poor customer service. Don't stay at this hotel.2018-06-25"
"No AC. The customer service was poor. Don't stay at this hotel.2018-06-22"
"Good value. The motel room was spacious and more than adequate for our overnight stay. If you're looking for an economical and clean place to stay, this is for you.2022-01-09"
"Good motel. The front desk clerks were helpful and nice. This place is a good choice.2019-12-21"
"The housekeepers at this motel were amazing and helpful. Limited pool hours.2019-06-08"
Midscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
Near I-395 - also near Landmark Mall
6 miles west of Old Town waterfront
10 floors, 98 suites
No swimming pool
Exercise room
Kitchen in every suite
Free WiFi
Free parking - truck parking
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows pets up to 80 pounds - $150 pet fee if staying 6 nights or more - $75 pet fee if staying fewer than 6 nights. - Jan 2019 < Less
"The hotel was reasonably priced, and parking was free. The room was large and clean, with a fridge, microwave, and safe. The bathroom was modern and well-lit. I recommend staying here.2023-03-09"
"There were no towels, shampoo, soap, or toilet paper in my hotel room.2021-02-28"
"The hotel was nice and clean, and the room was good-sized. Absolutely stay here.2019-04-16"
Budget, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
Near I-395
Also near Landmark Mall
3 floors, 104 suites - elevator
No swimming pool
Kitchen in every suite
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows up to medium-sized pets only, 2 pets per room - $25 per night fee for each pet - $150 maximum per stay pet fee. - May 2019 < Less
"I wasn't happy that I was given a handicap room, which I didn't request. The room was large and had a kitchenette. No carpeting. Everything was clean. The bathroom wasn't great. The hotel clerk was pleasant, and there was a large grassy area where I could walk my dog. The area wasn't the best, though, and there was a homeless person sleeping on the hotel grounds. Breakfast was just coffee and a muffin, but there were lots of restaurants within walking distance. If you're a woman traveling alone, you might not be comfortable with the area.2022-06-28"
"Convenient to the Amtrak auto train. The hotel was good, and breakfast was great.2023-07-30"
"The hotel room was fine, but the bathroom floor wasn't that clean.2022-03-27"
"This hotel is a fine place to stay, particularly if you're going on the auto train. The room was clean. All the employees were helpful, friendly, and provided dining recommendations.2021-02-04"
"The rates were reasonable. The hotel was average. Don't count on a full breakfast.2022-07-17"
"A lovely room with everything I needed. I loved how clean the entire hotel was. The staff was pleasant, and the individually-packed breakfast was a sanitary way to handle things. You'll have a comfortable stay.2021-10-11"
"The hotel staff was friendly and helpful, but the complimentary breakfast was inadequate and disappointing. No local, convenient restaurants.2021-07-28"
"The room was a bit dated, but it was comfortable and clean. The hotel clerk was friendly, helpful, and welcoming. The hallways needed better lighting. Don't hesitate to stay here.2021-04-23"
"Great experience. The hotel was clean, and the staff was helpful and courteous.2023-06-12"
"The hotel was noisy. The room wasn't fully cleaned, and it looked dated. The appliances were old. This was the 1st hotel I've stayed in that made me want to sanitize every surface.2021-10-11"
"The hotel was well-kept and comfortable, with clean rooms and comfortable beds. Good breakfast with many choices.2019-06-27"
"We were given a room in the basement, so I asked for a room change. The 2nd room was clean, spacious, and comfortable, and the staff was accommodating and friendly. The manager was nice.2020-01-02"
"Excellent location and good rates. The hotel was clean, and the staff was friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good.2019-01-01"
"Clean room and good breakfast bar. The hotel was close to lots of activities, and the free shuttle gets you just about anywhere. I recommend staying here.2017-11-21"
"Two thumbs up. The hotel room and customer service were great.2023-06-15"
"Great place to stay. The hotel was clean and easy to access. All the employees were polite, and check-in was quick.2020-10-11"
"The hotel was great. The room was clean, the bed and sofa were comfortable, and I liked the quality toiletries. Quick check-in. Bring your swimsuit so you can enjoy the indoor pool and whirlpool.2020-02-12"
"Nice room for the price. The hotel staff was helpful and friendly.2022-11-09"
"Good location, but I hated the stuffy room, and had to keep turning the fan on. The carpet needed to be replaced. Great to have free Internet access. The hotel staff was helpful. I appreciated the shuttle, which took me to a conference and nearby restaurants. 2015-04-27"
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.
