"The hotel was noisy the first night; we could hear the people upstairs walking around from 3 AM until daybreak. The TV didn't work properly, and there was no one to come fix it since there was only one clerk on duty. The issue was never addressed.2018-06-22"
"Conveniently located. The hotel was kid-friendly, and the employees were friendly and accommodating. We loved staying here. Just book it; you won't regret it.2016-08-17"
"Right downtown and near I-5. The hotel had nice curb appeal and was new and clean. Great furnishings and finishes. Nice staff.2015-07-13"
"The room was clean and comfortable. The lobby was small and uninviting. I got lost and needed directions to the hotel, but no one answered the phone. When I arrived and mentioned it, the clerk said they'd been busy, then took a call while waiting on me.2018-01-23"
"Not a good value, and not a good experience. Don't stay at this hotel.2015-10-03"
"The surrounding area was unsafe, but the room and hotel staff were good. Don't bring a pet you'll need to walk at night.2021-05-05"
"The hotel exterior wasn't well-lit, so it was hard to find at night.2021-03-20"
"An absolutely wonderful experience. Great location and rates. The hotel clerks were friendly and helpful; one of them helped us load Uber on our phones so we could get to our reunion on time. Don't hesitate to stay here.2019-08-12"
"My hotel room was dirty, and the carpet was stained. There were no dishes in the kitchen, and when we asked for cups, we got cheap plastic ones. The bathroom smelled bad, and there was dirt around the edges. The lobby smelled like marijuana.2015-04-18"
9. Travelodge Fife - I-5, Exit 136 3518 Pacific Highway East, I-5, Exit 136, Fife, WA 98424 Call Us8 miles 8 miles from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
"The 1st room had no heat at all, and the 2nd room door opened without using a key card. The floors were unsteady. Not a good motel stay.2021-04-14"
"The 1st room was a smoking room, so I had to request a change. The 2nd room didn't have a deadbolt lock, and I heard people making noise outside at 2 AM. The motel was sketchy; avoid it.2018-03-30"
"The motel was due for a major renovation; the carpeting, furniture, and paint were all more than worn out. The shower water fluctuated between hot and cold. The staff did the best they could considering the age and condition of the property. I suggest finding another place to stay.2017-06-20"
10. Hotel Thea Tacoma - I-5, Exit 129 7414 South Hosmer Street, I-5, Exit 129, Tacoma, WA 98408 Call Us8 miles 8 miles from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
"The room was small and didn't have enough garbage cans or towels. The hotel was understaffed. No grab and go breakfast. OK In a pinch.2021-07-19"
"An older, noisy hotel. The room was big and had a fridge and microwave. There was nowhere to hang up clothes. Breakfast was a bag with packaged muffins, and energy bar, and apple juice.2021-06-02"
"Nice, clean, quiet hotel. It was reasonably priced and looked updated. Good breakfast. I'd stay here again and recommend it.2015-10-21"
"The hotel was fairly quiet for being on a busy street. The room was a bit small. Nice front desk clerks.2022-05-18"
"I was fairly happy with my stay for the price. The hotel was a bit dated, and the room could've been cleaner. Needed better soundproofing. Helpful, friendly staff both in person and on the phone. 2016-04-08"
"The hotel was noisy, and there were no mask mandates in place. No parking. Stay somewhere else.2021-09-06"
"The room was clean and comfortable, but the carpet was filthy. Nice front desk clerk. We were told that pancakes were available in the evening, but the night we wanted some, there weren't any. No eggs at breakfast. Good hotel stay overall.2015-08-09"
"Nice hotel, and the staff was awesome. We did have a situation with an intoxicated group of men who were disruptive and offensive in the pool area.2015-05-12"
"Clean motel with friendly employees. I recommend staying here.2018-08-22"
"The motel room was comfortable and quiet. Pleasant check-in and checkout. Breakfast had ample choices, but the only hot item was waffles. I'd absolutely stay here again.2017-10-28"
"Good location for visiting our son at JBLM. Close to restaurants, too. The motel room was fine, and the staff was friendly and helpful. Good breakfast. We had no complaints at all.2019-04-17"
"The motel was clean and great if you have pets. Lots of restaurants nearby. Ask for a 2nd floor room if you want quiet.2019-03-28"
"The motel was quiet, and the room was really nice and comfortable. Excellent service. This is a great place to stay.2017-10-20"
18. Days Inn Federal Way - I-5, Exit 142 34827 Pacific Highway, WA 99, I-5, Exit 142, Federal Way, WA 98003 Call Us10 miles 10 miles from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
"The other guests at this motel made me uncomfortable. Nothing worked. The door handles were broken, and there were no towels. The beds were full-sized, not queen-sized. Don't stay here.2019-08-21"
"The entire motel was dingy and felt creepy. Our room was falling apart, though it was clean. The wallpaper was peeling and the carpet was stained. All the furniture was scratched and banged up, and the alarm clock was from the '80s and didn't work. There were holes in the bedsheets. The mini-fridge was cemented into the corner of the room. We could readily enter the adjoining room. When we turned on one of the lamps, it began to smoke from dust build-up. The large whirlpool bathtub was old and stained, and all the plumbing fixtures had rust. Even the continental breakfast was bad. This place had no saving grace.2015-03-05"
"Motel was affordable, nice, and clean.2015-02-17"
"The motel was quiet but not worth the price. The room was OK, but needed upgrading. The carpet was old, the AC needed to be replaced, and the beds sagged in the middle. Breakfast was the same every morning.2018-11-10"
"The area around the motel didn't seem very safe.2016-12-18"
"The motel was worth the price. I had no problem with the room, staff, or other guests.2016-11-03"
Budget, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
Near McChord Air Force Base
4 floors, 122 studio suites
No swimming pool
Exercise room
Kitchen in every suite
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows dogs up to 50 pounds only, 2 dogs per suite - $50 per stay fee for each dog + $5 per night fee for each dog. - Nov 2022 < Less
"This hotel is always great, and the rooms are always clean. It's close to the interstate, and the staff is nice.2019-10-07"
"I was impressed with the price and how nice and clean this hotel was. Unfortunately, the teen boys in the room above mine were so noisy that I called the front desk every 30 minutes to complain. On the 2nd night, I even went up and asked them to quiet down myself. On the 3rd night, they were finally moved to another room at 1 AM. Breakfast food that ran out wasn't replenished.2015-09-09"
"Close to McChord Air Base. The hotel staff provided good service. Stay here.2018-06-27"
"Right off the freeway. The hotel was nice and clean.2017-09-19"
"The price was right. The entrance to the hotel parking lot was a bit narrow, so look for the small sign. The room was clean, and the employees were pleasant. Nice hot breakfast included. I had a wonderful stay.2016-01-05"
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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.
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Address: 5400 North Pearl Street, Tacoma, WA 98407
Hotels, Motels, Lodging, and Accommodations near Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium, Tacoma, State of Washington WA Wash, USA
