Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

United States , San Diego - CA
OCEANSIDE, 3708 Plaza Dr
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100 reviews shown

8/10

Excellent

17 Jun 2026

Jose

Its cozy place to stay whether on business or pleasure

Self

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2026

Aaditya Arun

Decent hotel very close to restaurants

Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

16 Jun 2026

Leopoldo

Well I called in advance to make sure I had booked a double queen room. (As i had two hotel rez. at two different hotels that week)I was told thats all they had there. They were actually a 2 doubles. I paid for 2 queens.
I requested a couple pillows, they said they do not give out extra pillows. There were some shady hooker looking people. On premises.
The photo showed an updated Motel 6 room. It wasnt. Felt like a room from the 80’s.
The lock on door was dmages as if it was broken into before.or at least tampered with
I will not stay here again. If it was a real motel 6 they this one should have stayed with the 6$ a night schedule.
The keys needed to be remagnitized that evening we returned from our event. I had to ask the desk mngr 3 times to
Come from his desk to acknowledge us. My woman tried twice. I had to use an authoritative voice.
I will not be staying here again.

Self

2/10

Poor

16 Jun 2026

joshua

Could've been cleaner . Beds were comfortable.

2/10

Poor

15 Jun 2026

Elvira

I did not stay there. I arrived late due to my flight and they cancelled my resservation. So I did not stay.

8/10

Excellent

15 Jun 2026

david

The ice machine wasn't working I had to go to dollar tree.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

15 Jun 2026

Tracy

Liked...clean, staff very. accomodating and nice, easy ck in. Didn't like..... shower to small, bed very uncomfortable, pool loungers broken , uncomfortable, The shower would have been ok if you could move the showerhead away from body while soaking up. Head did not move.

Partner

4/10

Poor

14 Jun 2026

Jeannine

Will never stay at that one again..

Friends_and_family Friends

6/10

Pleasant

14 Jun 2026

Jose Cuervo

Bed & flooring were good but microwave and small fridge need replacing…bathroom needs new shower curtain…but worst was the noice from the freeway all night long….too much money for the trip to have been restful

Self

2/10

Poor

14 Jun 2026

Ruta

Horrible overall

Family

2/10

Poor

14 Jun 2026

Ming

Staff tried to be helpful in finding adjacent rooms. Otherwise the rest of the experience was poor. Access to laundry and ice machine was closed at 9pm, which made it useless if you are out with full day activities. Beds were rock hard, sheets were quite thin. Only bar soap provided. No fridge, no shampoo, no hairdryer. Air conditioner low and high settings blow at the same speed, making the room climate hard to get right. Noisy low class neighbors.. but hotel can’t do much. It just makes the environment feel low class.

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

14 Jun 2026

Laura

The lights inside the showers dripped & poured dirty water into our shower seemingly when people above us showered. This was a danger of unsanitary conditions and electrical shock in 2 rooms, one we moved to because of situation which had the same problem.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2026

Anthony

Great stay

Clean room

4/10

Poor

13 Jun 2026

Jeremy

The shower sprayed all over the floor, the shower curtain was unattached in three places, and there was no soap for the sink or shower. The television was extremely pixelated.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

13 Jun 2026

Joseph

No micro, no fridge. Tiny room. Walkways dirty, poorly maintained

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

13 Jun 2026

Charlene

The property was dirty they didn’t have the listed amenities that I paid for and the staff was rude

Family

2/10

Poor

13 Jun 2026

Christopher

Was one of the best motel sixes I've ever stayed at and stayed there hundreds of times, but will not be going back. New owners different vibe.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jun 2026

Val

Great stay! Very clean.

Self

2/10

Poor

12 Jun 2026

Linda

The room smelt like piss. I guess you get what you pay for though

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jun 2026

David

They leave a light on for me when I'm in town.

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jun 2026

Roy

The only hassle is for poor people because they ask for a $50 deposit which I didn't have at the time

2/10

Poor

10 Jun 2026

Ofelia

Nasty super dirty and nasty

Family_with_children

2/10

Poor

09 Jun 2026

Melrona

The room was subpar. Upon entering, we were met with an unpleasant odor, likely from an unaddressed waste issue. The room featured two queen-sized beds with two pillows each, which were insufficient for our heads. We requested two additional pillows, but unfortunately, they were unavailable. It is unclear whether this was due to a lack of inventory or a deliberate decision to withhold them.
Furthermore, the shower curtain exhibited mold growth at the bottom, and the tiles were visibly dirty. The limited availability of towels necessitated a makeshift solution. The beds also emitted a persistent squeaking noise, contributing to the overall discomfort.
Given the unsatisfactory experience, we strongly advocate for a refund for our stay. The staff’s lack of assistance and stinginess further exacerbated the situation.

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

08 Jun 2026

Daniel

The worst place—if you have children, do not stay there; it is terrible. The room I was given was dirty; it hadn't been cleaned and had cockroaches and spiders. The bathroom was full of mold—on the curtains, the ceiling, and the shower. The blankets were all stained, and there was a terrible odor. I do not recommend it at all; it is disgusting!!!!!!!

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

07 Jun 2026

Steven

Room was clean, however some maintenance needed to be done in the bathroom. Walls are thin and it was very busy on a weekend in summer, so it was loud. Door was missing a second lock, but property seemed safe.

Self

2/10

Poor

07 Jun 2026

Desiree

I decided to stay here because they did have decent reviews for the most part but they were all very wrong. Do not be fooled by the reviews. The rooms were completely disgusting, there was no hot water. The locks on the room door were broken. There was old poop on the toilet. Globs of stuff all over the floor, what it was I’m not sure but it was gross. Beyond disgusted with this hotel, I ended up having to find a new hotel for my family to stay out. They wouldn’t refund me for both nights I booked for but they did reimburse for one night. This location is not worth the money saved, the money they are charging for what you get is like highway robbery.

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

05 Jun 2026

Jeffrey

The rooms are dirty
The shower is disgusting and dirty
Fridge had mold in it
Homeless people camp out and nothing gets done about it even when you tell them
Asks that after day 1 bring fresh towels and nothing

Will be calling hotel .com again as I want a full credit for the 2 nights

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jun 2026

Desmond

Great stay! Will come again

6/10

Pleasant

05 Jun 2026

TIMOTHY

I stayed here a month ago and then 6 tv channels were frozen. This time the same 6 channels frozen, plus another 6 channels. That means half the channels on the TV don't work.

Self

2/10

Poor

05 Jun 2026

Terrell

The room was filthy. You couldn't walk around barefoot the floor felt dirty. There was a dirt smudge on the sheet and hair on the credenza. It was so noisy. It sounded like the guests above us were rearranging furniture. You could hear full on conversations of other guests. We checked out first thing in the morning because we couldn't even take a shower there was no hot water. I called the front desk to complain but the front agent said to come to the front desk. I confirmed my room doesn't have hot water and you want me to come to the front desk. The agent said yes... So we just checked out. Upon returning my key I told the front desk agent again there was no hot water, she said that they would check with maintenance. Check what? I'm checking out, I just gave them my keys. Long story short... Never again. I had another day booked later in the month but cancelled it immediately after checking out.

Partner

4/10

Poor

05 Jun 2026

Pamela

The room was very dirty cockroaches in the room crawling in my suitcase and on the counters a lot of activity going on outside

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

03 Jun 2026

Natalie

Please don't come here. All rooms say non smoking but they reek of smoke. Made me nauseous and my kids had headaches. The room has no real amenities. Only 1 toilet paper roll. No towels, no dryer, no shampoo or conditioner. One one bar of soap. And our room was so so small that the a/c unit under the room window touched the bed. So whoever slept on that bed had the a/c blasting on their butts. Because is was mostly blocked the room was not cooling, just that bed. Please go somewhere else!!!

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

03 Jun 2026

Gregory

It’s a place to sleep. That’s it.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

02 Jun 2026

Sean

On a budget it’s price is quite a bit cheaper then other properties in the area. Starbucks is across the street 1 minute walk and opens at 5am or earlier, el pollo and Wendy’s also across the street and a donut shop. Rooms are small shower even smaller. Close to everything in Oceanside.. I recommend it if you’re okay with older motel offering value, only for a day or two at the most otherwise spend more money on a higher rated hotel/motel. Hope this helps someone

Family

2/10

Poor

02 Jun 2026

Jonathan

Stay away from this place this place is dirty. Has a lot of drug addicts all around the premises, people living in hotels, very dirty and scary place. if I could put zero reviews, I would please stay away from this place.

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

01 Jun 2026

Branden

Roaches were found on both days oh my stay on the 3rd level. They are entering through the shower hole/plumbing.

Self

2/10

Poor

31 May 2026

Jessica

My room didn’t have cable at all, the bathroom was poorly cleaned I really did not have the best experience with my stay

Family_with_children

2/10

Poor

31 May 2026

JANNA

No one was at the front desk for over 15 minutes. I called and no one answered
Once she showed up she gave us our room key. We drove around to the room where we were greeted by 2 prostitutes. Awesome right? Then walked by several rooms that people were living in. Windows open shady looking people. Our room was tiny and smelt like pee. The shower was yellow and stained. We immediately left. Lost my deposit but couldn't stay with my kids there. Do not recommend at all

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

31 May 2026

Itzel

No microwave
Room not clean
Holes in the curtains

Partner

2/10

Poor

29 May 2026

Maria

Had to go to the office a few times cause the key wouldn't work. The window curtains had stains on it. Even tho it was a non smoking room it still smelled. The bathroom looked like a gym shower. The bed squeaked every time you move. One of the light fixtures didn't work. Best part of the room was the TV. It was a nice size for the room. Pretty much you get what you pay for. If you don't have much to spend, this place will suffice. Just have to suck it up.

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2026

Roy

Helpful Staff as always!!!!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2026

Brent

Great place to stay & location!

Self

2/10

Poor

26 May 2026

Josue

Room was ok. Toilet was not working well on arrival and smelled a bit. Lots of sketchy people in the area. As I checked out the next day, there was a random guy jiggling the door to the room I had just checked out of. Made this aware to the staff and it seemed like just another day. I was charged the deposit fee after checkout even though I did not do anything to damage the room. The room was fine to just sleep and check out the next morning as I did, but wouldn’t recommend for multiple days stay.

Self

4/10

Poor

25 May 2026

Delcie

Unfortunately I was met with cockroaches in the shower and around the sink. I will chose another place next time. You get what you pay for. It was a place to stay the night, but won't again.

Family_with_children

2/10

Poor

25 May 2026

Chris

Room was dirty, shower was filthy, room door did not close properly, room key stopped working, staff were unavailable. Had problems with bill! We left early because it was so bad and they doubled our bill! Unbelievable!

Partner

2/10

Poor

24 May 2026

May

It deserves 0 stars! Don’t go there!! The room was outdated and old. The TV was fuzzy and small. The bathroom door couldn’t be locked or closed. There were rips in the curtains and shower curtains. The air condition shut itself off every 20 minutes and there was no way to fix it even after the electrician/handyman on site took a look at it. The smoke detector was removed and when we requested it to be fixed, they put in one that would chirp every minute. We had to remove it and brought back to the front desk after all. There was no extra pillows when we requested. There was no hair dryer. No microwave in the room. We had no way to adjust the temperature of the mini fridge and it was not cold at all. The ice vending is locked from 9pm to 9am and there was no way to get ice during that time. The lady at the front desk was so mean. After so many things went wrong, I wanted to switch room so I stood in line to wait for my turn at the front desk. The lady was helping a couple of people and she asked them if they would like a room on the first floor, second floor or third floor. Those people said it didn’t matter and they chose second floor. My son has disability so I asked for a 1st/ground floor room when it was my turn. The lady at the front desk told me all the room were sold out and she couldn’t move me anywhere. It was such a lie especially right after I heard her offering rooms at different levels to the people in front of me. I was so upset! Most horrible experience ever!!!

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

24 May 2026

Peter

The hotel is ran down and there was roaches. I killed 4 of them. The tv reception was horrible. Couldn't watch most of the channels. I will not stay there again.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

23 May 2026

Gregory

clean rooms good price near shopping and highwayi

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

22 May 2026

Khyl

Better off saving your money and sleeping outside than here. Worst hotel in the area by far. Pillows were flat and old (yellow stains) bathroom smelled like someone took a fresh dump and left it plus the water pressure in the shower I’ve had better from a garden hose. On top of that the area is sketch and I was worried when I was a wooden bar in the window to keep people from coming in.. again go elsewhere

Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 May 2026

Maureen

Always a pleasure! Staff is great!

Self

8/10

Excellent

21 May 2026

Robert

Good stay gor the price

Family

4/10

Poor

21 May 2026

Rickey

Illict activities occuring in the parking lot and over by the ice, pool, and vending machine areas

4/10

Poor

21 May 2026

PauahiMalia

I did not like that at 8:30 in the morning when I went to the lobby for coffee I was told there was none- the sign had said they sévd coffee till 10:00. Also there was a lot of noise under the bed ( like someone being kept there) and the last night I was there, they were moving furniture in the room above me and banging so loud that the fire alarm feel down!!!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

19 May 2026

Victoria

Front office staff are exceptional. Everyone except about 3 of them in the office are extremely helpful and accommodating.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 May 2026

Maureen

The staff are all great! I stay here when I’m in town for work!

8/10

Excellent

18 May 2026

Brent

I will stay here again!

10/10

Exceptional

17 May 2026

Michael

Close to food and shopping

Partner

4/10

Poor

17 May 2026

Jesse

There was roaches and the restroom had a leak

Family_with_children

2/10

Poor

17 May 2026

Jose

Attendant walked into the front desk area a few minutes after I did. We had reserved two rooms, when we walked into one room it had not been cleaned, honestly felt like we walked into someone’s room so we hurried out and went back to the front desk and requested/received a new room then left for dinner. When we got back to both rooms, I noticed the shower in the room we hadn’t checked initially was not clean. Won’t mention details but you can imagine. The bldg was aged and could/should have been renovated, okay fine. The rooms were not cleaned and shouldn’t have been assigned. It was one night stay, not vacation and thought “been to Motel6 before why not? Never any issues,,,”. Heads up, make sure to inspect rooms when you first walk into them. Pretty certain I won’t be staying in any Motel 6 again.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

16 May 2026

Victoria

Most of the staff are great and accommodating. The rooms are Mostly clean. Generally if you dont mind a little chaos, its a decent Motel 6 to stay. They could use a few upgrades but overall im content with my stays here.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

16 May 2026

Enrique

I knew what to expect from a hotel / room perspective but there was a guy yelling at 6AM and it went on for a couple of hours. Luckily, I had ear plugs but when I called down and asked if they would ask him to be quiet they said “he is a regular and he does that.” Mmmm, OK. Overall, good value for the money. Maybe I just got the wrong room location.

2/10

Poor

16 May 2026

Roger

they have quit.the place is so far run down it needs shutdown and rebuild.shower floor torn, could feel rotting wood under linoleum with foot, could see outside door when closed, cut wood in place to hold window shut, 2 queens in a king room, could not enter bed from far left or right as there was only 2 inches before wall, wifi wouldn't work, staff was rude and slow, there is no restroom when you arrive, no counter either, lots of milling about by other guests, shady like illegal activity, room is dirty, past what a quick sweep and mop can correct, tv remote had paint stains but not color of room, battery holder missing taped over to hold them in. fixtures in bathroom broke- repaired - rusted and not in alignment. i have pictures this place needs to lose 3-4 stars, its not habitable

8/10

Excellent

11 May 2026

Kenyata

Good can't complain until next time.

Self

8/10

Excellent

11 May 2026

Carlos

good

Pet

2/10

Poor

11 May 2026

Jerry

No good

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

10 May 2026

Fangfang

The check in was quick, staff was polite, The room was clean. Very limited amenities, no microwave, hairdryer, iron, coffee maker, no face tissue. With 2 beds, only one face cloth one towel provided, 3 bath towels. The location is convenient close to everything, but it is very close to the freeway, pretty noisy. For us of 2 person in this room, we are ok because we only need the space for sleep .

Family

2/10

Poor

07 May 2026

Estella

There were roaches in the room and the bathroom floor was so dirty doesn’t look like it’s been washed ever. I had to go purchase sandals just to shower. I had to take my belongings everyday because I was afraid of getting roaches. The smell of roaches was pretty strong around one room specifically. I won’t be staying here again.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

07 May 2026

Troy

Great place for a great price.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2026

Melinda

Property was friendly to pets. It exceeded all my expectations! Staff was friendly and helpful! My room was immaculate!

Business Self

4/10

Poor

05 May 2026

Dwayne

The Motel seemed neither safe nor secure. Far too many questionable individuals in the stairwell, parking lot, and even the lobby. I can't help but wonder if this location receives vouchers from the County to house the homeless . I did not stay , and left right after checking in and inspecting the room. The beds were poorly made, and the overall condition room was questionable.
I did receive a full refund, so I can't complain about it but the staff, but I would not recommend that location.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2026

Julie

Clean room basic lodging close to places to eat in the hospital Staff is friendly and they have coffee

Partner

2/10

Poor

04 May 2026

Ashley

One of the most disgusting rooms i've ever stayed in. Blood on the walls, dirty floors, bathroom mirror was cracked and unsafe. Will be requesting a refund asap.

Partner

2/10

Poor

03 May 2026

ILHEE

Bad

2/10

Poor

02 May 2026

Kalyan Kumar

The parking felt safe and easy. However the elevator was filled with cigarette smoke. And the shower in the bathroom is so small that taking a shower is practically very difficult.
Moreover the beds are so noisy that you cant sleep peacefully

Friends

2/10

Poor

30 Apr 2026

Brent

My reservation was cancelled upon my arrival due to front desk employee’s dislike of me!

Self

6/10

Pleasant

30 Apr 2026

Arianna

It’s fine. You are getting a cheap hotel so it’s not in the best area. But I was never bothered by anyone

Self

10/10

Exceptional

30 Apr 2026

Andre

Great stay

10/10

Exceptional

29 Apr 2026

Reyna

Floors could get better cleaning but we came from the beach so understandable

4/10

Poor

28 Apr 2026

William

I appreciate the staff...they were very nice, I just wasn't at all impressed with the room. I was walking around in my white tube socks, and they ended up black on the bottom from just the room floor. The sink shot water onto my clothing, (and the counter all around it) every time I used it. There were no clothes hangers on the rod, and when I asked about it at the front desk I was told, \"There are no hangers.\" (That would have been nice to know before I left home.) Finally, when I needed ice at 7:30 am and the room the ice machine was in was locked, they told me that it's only unlocked from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm, (I had to leave at 8:30!) Again, that would have been good to know right up front! The bed was comfortable enough, and the price was good...but I don't want to think about how well the room was cleaned. Also, again, the staff was very good to me, except when they couldn't be. I will not be staying at any Motel 6 again...obviously their standards have changed since I last stayed, probably 30 years ago.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2026

susan

KIND!!

Self

6/10

Pleasant

27 Apr 2026

Brent

Issue with bill

2/10

Poor

26 Apr 2026

Robert

Everything there was horrible im a disabled veteran i have cancer angentorange no small fridge for my medications just a horrible place won't ever stay there gain and your female agent customer service was no help ans changing my stay to the Motel 6 in town Oceanside which i thought i was booking, just was terrible quit away from in town should of booked the motel 8 by Wyndham that was a much better place yous booked me last years Robert Avila

Self

6/10

Pleasant

26 Apr 2026

Danielle

Bedding could be cleaned better. Found many stains on it. Shower can be scrubbed it was quite dirty.

8/10

Excellent

26 Apr 2026

Brent

Good price

Self

8/10

Excellent

25 Apr 2026

Kimberly

This place is so much cleaner than the last time I tried to stay here. Probably the cleanest motel 6 I’ve been to in the last few years. They have 2 smallish washers for 2.50 here, and 2 dryers for the same price. They work well, just can’t do a large load at one time. The shower is small without a tub and my toilet did have problems flushing and then there was a chemical odor as if the pipes were backed up; however the staff definitely is as accommodating as possible and if you ask for something nicely, they will do their best to help. They are friendly and I feel like In trust the staff; they’ve probably just seen a lot of behaviors and don’t have that fake sugary persona; but are actually very kind and super reasonable people. Prices are usually affordable and there is so much in short walking distance; including another coin laundry across the street, dining & coffee shops and a Grocery Outlet store. I would definitely stay here again if it remains affordable

Self

2/10

Poor

25 Apr 2026

Elizabeth

My stay at Motel 6 was very disappointing. The room had holes in the ceiling, bugs crawling and flying around, and the floor was dirty. The bed covers were itchy and didn’t feel clean. I will not be booking here again.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

25 Apr 2026

Nelson

Too noisy small bathroom small tv No microwave or refrigerator dirty doors

Self

8/10

Excellent

24 Apr 2026

Howard

Great stay.

6/10

Pleasant

21 Apr 2026

TIMOTHY

I've stayed here twice and got tv remote controls that don't work.

Self

4/10

Poor

20 Apr 2026

Vladimir

It was alright wouldn't go back

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Apr 2026

Vladimir

It was alright hotel but I would search for another hotel before I pick that hotel

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Apr 2026

Roy

Excellent Staff!!!!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

19 Apr 2026

David

Luv the Taj you will too

10/10

Exceptional

19 Apr 2026

Torrance

Everything was great!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

18 Apr 2026

Gregory

The room was good for the price

6/10

Pleasant

18 Apr 2026

Spencer

Clean but old little sketchy

6/10

Pleasant

16 Apr 2026

Ivan

Ok for the price, but not the cleanest hotel, the stuff were not friendly.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Apr 2026

Jim

Everything was clean. Everything was nice. Beds are nice. Everything's comfortable. Showers are good. It's a nice place to stay for the price.

Pet

6/10

Pleasant

16 Apr 2026

David

It was okay got what you paid for

6/10

Pleasant

15 Apr 2026

TIMOTHY

Something strange this at this Motel 6. At check in and at checkout the front office was closed. When I went to drop off my key there was a long line of people who were waiting for someone to show up.

Self