Budget Motel

2.0 star property
Hotel in Mountain View with free parking

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Welcome to our reception area, where friendly staff are available to assist with your stay. The reception desk offers a convenient check-in experience, and a security camera ensures your safety.
Compact kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, and sink, perfect for preparing meals.
Situated outside a charming building, a Coca-Cola vending machine stands on the sidewalk.
Residential building with an entrance, featuring a window and a potted plant.
Two double beds with matching floral-patterned bedspreads and a dark headboard.

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
1028 W. El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA, 94040
  • Computer History Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Shoreline Amphitheatre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Googleplex
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, Accessible

  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Special)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Mountain View

Located in Old Mountain View within a 5-minute walk of Stevens Creek Trail, Budget Motel is within a 15-minute stroll of Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts. This 14-room hotel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like iPod docks, refrigerators, and microwaves.

What's nearby

  • El Camino Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Computer History Museum - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Shoreline Amphitheatre - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Googleplex - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Moffett Federal Airfield - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Whisman Station - 5 min drive
  • Mountain View Station - 18 min walk
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪1 Oz Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Paris Baguette - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chicken G's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Budget Motel

Hotel in Mountain View with free parking
Budget Motel features free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area.
42-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. IPod docks, refrigerators, and microwaves are other standard amenities.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • iPod dock
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Budget Motel Mountain View
Budget Mountain View
Budget Motel Hotel
Budget Motel Mountain View
Budget Motel Hotel Mountain View

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Budget Motel?

Budget Motel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Budget Motel?

As of Aug 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Budget Motel on Aug 13, 2025 start from $180.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do around Budget Motel?

This hotel is situated in Old Mountain View within a 10-minute walk of Stevens Creek Trail and Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts. You'll also find Shoreline Amphitheatre and Computer History Museum within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Budget Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Budget Motel feature a casino at the property?

No, Budget Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Budget Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Budget Motel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Budget Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Budget Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Budget Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Budget Motel though service animals are welcome.

Does Budget Motel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Budget Motel?

The closest major airport to Budget Motel is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is 11.7 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is located 17.1 mi away (26-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Budget Motel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Budget Motel.

Budget Motel Reviews

Reviews

5.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 51 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Marion

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Screwed out of $150

There was an open attic in the room. They refused to give me a refund because I washed my hands when I came into the room, before noticing the attic. I reserved their most expensive room at 6pm, arrived at 6:30pm, and left by 7pm. So they did not lose any business over me, and they had 4 other identical rooms vacant, and more cheaper rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Motel near surgery center

Modern amenities. Pleasant decor. Some traffic noise. Friendly manager gave discount due to stay near surgery center (1 block). TV sound did not work and radio could not set time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Eric

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

4/10 Poor

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Bring warm clothes

Maximum temperature in room was 61 degrees according to my phone battery.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Isabella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice easy stay

It’s cool mom and pop motel. Can’t beat it for the price
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Stay Away! You can do much, much better.

Really Bad Place! My computer and phone were hacked within 1 hour of me leaving there. DO NOT STAY HERE! I wanted to leave leave the first day, owner said I had to stay 2 nights... ( I payed for 7 nights). Then as I packed my truck and waited for my refund receipt the police showed up. He lied and said I would not leave his property. The police could see I was upstanding citizen and there was no problem. Thank You Mountain View PD!..The wife is just as psycho. Stay Away! Room had a microwave, fridge, ac unit all original from the 70's. The counters clean but the floor was FILTHY! Really bad. I used there towels to mop the floor. Towels were super ruff and dirt stained. Shower curtain stained and dirty... No secondary door lock either and when I woke from the first night my door was unlocked! Do yourself a favor and read the other reviews too... I wish I did!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

samantha

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

a positive experience

Pleasant stay, kind of noisy due to the busy street but the staff was friendly. Located next to downtown Mountain View so food options are plentiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good - staff friendly, room clean Not so good- No hooks in the bathroom to hang up clothes.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointed

The microwave was nasty inside. Furniture was dusty. Way too small for the price. Disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Herberth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

2/10 Terrible

Brandon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

THIS PLACE SUCKS!!!

HORRIBLE.. BED.. SMELL OF THE PLACE.. CUSTOMER SERVICE.. HORRIBLE.. so bad that they wouldn't even call back Hotels.com when I complained.. THE WORST PLACE EVER!!! I'd sleep in my car before staying there again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Spruced up Bates Motel

SMALL SMALL SMALL ROOMS. Shower head at my chest - shower stall only 4 inches wider then me. Could not give a detailed receipt. $350 for a $50 room. Best way to describe it is a spruced up Bates mote.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

4/10 Poor

Neggy, England

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
When I arrived the owner was very rude to me, saying that he only had a room with two beds and would I please ensure that I only used one of them! then the next night, when I had to go and get my room key re-set, his wife tried to make out that I had only paid for one night when I had paid for three. Very expensive for low quality accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

4/10 Poor

Pankaj

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

last choice hotel

basic hotel - only bed tv fridge microwave work - towels have holes and black spots and old, just 1 pillow, no breakfast, bath accessorie minimal. very costly compared to other hotels in the neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service
The listing showed check-in ending at 11pm, I got a call at 9pm informing me that check-in was ending at 10pm told them this wasn't what the site was and wouldn't be able to make it. So they tell me that they are going to give my room to someone else. They did, even though I paid for it services were not delivered.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Decent budget motel, noisy

Its a bare bones budget motel, so adjust your expectations. Its expensive given the area and the high demand for rooms. Room was clean, bed could use an extra blanket (it was minimal and a bit cool). Bathroom soap was impossible to open from a rather tough plastic bag. Rooms next to El Camino will have lots of noise from the traffic, which is constant, even at night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Adam, Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
It's as nice as a place called "Budge Hotel" could be. It's very old, and the rooms are small, but it's clean and nothing's broken.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Not worth the $$$

Tiny, tiny room. Great for in & out, but the WiFi didn't work. I had to piggy back onto the motel next door, it was dirty behind the bathroom door and the refrigerator did not work. Not worth the $180 we paid. The only virtues were that it was close to my job, it was quiet, the water pressure in the shower was great and no stairs..it was all one level.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Too expensive for quality. Few parking spaces and too close.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

2/10 Terrible

Alexey

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018