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Best Motel

2.0 star property

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Economy Single Room | Desk, free WiFi
Desk, free WiFi
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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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12045 Aurora Avenue North, Seattle, WA, 98133
  • Place, Northwest Hospital and Medical Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Carkeek Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Northgate Station
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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Economy Single Room | Desk, free WiFi

Economy Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(94 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Double or Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi

Economy Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
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8.0 out of 10, Very Good, 1,331 reviews
$68 nightly
The price is $79
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Seattle, WA - South

About the neighborhood

Seattle

Located in Bitter Lake within a mile (2 km) of Northwest Hospital and Medical Center, Best Motel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Northgate Station. This 28-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Northwest Hospital and Medical Center - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Carkeek Park - 4 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Northgate Station - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • North Seattle Community College - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Regal Thornton Place - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Northgate Station - 5 min drive
  • Edmonds Station - 14 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gourmet Latte - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪온미 ONMI Korean Restaurant - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Best Motel

At Best Motel, guests have access to a vending machine. Free parking is available if you drive. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Microwaves, coffee makers, and desks are other standard amenities. Weekly housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of USD 100.00 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Best Motel?

Best Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Motel?

As of Mar 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Motel on Apr 5, 2026 start from $86, including 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's there to do around Best Motel?

This motel is situated in Bitter Lake, close to Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91, Woodland Park Zoo, and Lake Union. You'll also find Northgate Station and Green Lake Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Best Motel?

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

Does Best Motel include a casino?

No, Best Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Best Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Best Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Best Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

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

Does Best Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Best Motel.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Motel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

What is the closest airport to Best Motel?

The closest major airport to Best Motel is Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base), which is 7.9 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field), which is located 14.3 mi away (34-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Best Motel?

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

Best Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 565 out of 849 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 849 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 849 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 849 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 849 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sierra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super nice, the rooms were clean. I enjoyed that it was a gated hotel. No complaints!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Edmonton

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Pasha

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff I called they helped me get to the correct link station. Made me feel like someone was keeping the light on for me. Room was clean and comfortable. I forgot my glasses in the room and staff made sure I got them without any delay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Isela

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Osmel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was remodeled and spotless. It felt very safe. The only thing was it was kind of chilly for me... but warmed up after the heater was going for a while. It could just be me though, as I'm from Texas and have been freezing here on this visit! Lol
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilkka

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, quiet, firm but comfortable mattress - felt really safe with easy room access within a few feet of wide parking space. High water pressure for a good shower. Small micro, fridge with mini freeze shelf but you might want coffee to pick-up from elsewhere. Shopping for most things available within a couple of miles north on same street, even Costco I think was just 4 miles north. I suggest using. I-5 access north of hotel location. Driving in Seattle is a nightmare if you are visiting from a flat part of the country with wide roads be prepared to drive on one-lane roads with 2-way traffic!!! We had 3 days of medical testing at the UWA Hospital Montlake and very happy I chose Best Motel after some other stays in hotels where we could not sleep at all. Our goal at a hotel/motel is to sleep at night... we have a nice home so don't need any fancy "get-away", just a safe, comfortable place to sleep ... if you can"t sleep why spend an extra $200/night for that to stay in an '****' hotel? This will be our home away from home in Seattle... wish every town had one of these!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carsan

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanjodh, elk grove

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very average motel and the room smelled like someone had smoked in there before.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and safe parking. Close to hospital
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, gracious and accomodating staff (shout out to Joy), seemed safe with security gate and good locking mechanisns on door, and it was quiet. The have a great policy to get your $100 hold back to you very quickly (within hours of departure for me) assuming, of course, there are no additional charges. I got an email on the same day that charges were reversed. This can be a problem with some motels/hotels..
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

I love this place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ke'ala

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect except it was freezing so I had to ask for an extra blanket and the neighbors were loudly watching tv at all hours. The room was very clean and well kept. I’d stay here again and make sure to bring ear plugs next time.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwight

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really comfortable and good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Hospitality was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

ThaiEscia

The heat didn’t work in the room. The room Smelled like mold and the guest services person was completely dismissive and non responsive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

laurice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was nice and clean. Looked Re-done recently. Gated parking. Nice shower. Easy in and out of room. Staff very friendly and accomodating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aislyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice employees and room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Honestly it was well kept up for a old motel. Great for someone needing a place for a few nights with the basics of sleeping. I paid more for less and probably will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025