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Just old, not staff’s fault, but showers and other areas could use a lot of basic improvement

An old property, clean and nice staff.

The staff is very like. They supply the coffee, tea and water.

We always stay at this property when going out in Fremont/Ballard/Uni District. It is a really basic hotel, but the long-standing staff are friendly, the rooms are clean for their condition, and we feel it is a safe property. We have never had a problem with our car there, in terms of finding parking or break-ins. We have been going there for over a decade and for the price, it can't be beat. It is not a 5-star hotel, it is roadside motel. We always bring our own pillows and blankets, and even towels.

Well maintained older motel great price and location. Staff was great. Stayed in a historic room.

Just an ordinary room, no clock, air conditioner noise all stay, desk man was very help[ful. Bed was comfortable. Considering excessive cost of motels in Seattle this was okay for one night.

Over all

The Motel is closeby Seattle Downtown. Was about 14 minutes (driving distance) from the Paramount. The staff service is friendly. However, it is right off Highway 99. The noise of traffic was not loud, compare to the noise of the people screaming aggressively and violently outside out room one night. During the day this place looks peaceful; at night it can feel unsafe. The heater thermostat seems to not be working. At times the room was very hot. The smell to the room was bad. I got what I paid for.

Fair, close in. Worth every penny. Fifty characters is too many...

Very basic motel. Dated but clean. For longer stays I would find somewhere a bit nicer but for one or two nights this was fine.

The motel had mostly what I needed, my only missing need was a cup, plate and utensils. There was a fridge and microwave but nothing more. Despite that small thing I had everything else that I needed.

The sheets looked and felt unclean. Very minimal towels and bad lighting.

Not good place. Bad location. My car was hit on the parking lot. Hit and run.

Hotel is in need if some upgrades. Remodeling maybe Old and worn out. No coffee maker in the room. Tube tv

I had to check out of this hotel after spending less than 20 minutes there. We booked it for a show at the nearby zoo (it's for my boyfriends birthday) and wanted to stay overnight. When we first got there (1:30pm) our room wasn't ready it was still being "cleaned". Another guest checking in at the same time was also waiting on their room to finish up. My boyfriend needed to use a restroom while we waited so they directed us to another room to use that was also being cleaned. Once our room was ready and we entered it smelled like stale smoke. Only two out of 4 lamps worked. Because we were in a hurry we and had already wasted so much time we just dropped our stuff and made it to the concert/zoo. When we returned I got a strong smell of urine. I went to use the lightswitch and noticed it was FILTHY. I know some older fixtures will yellow over time, that happens. But this has dirt. Caked on human grease/oil and dirt. I even cleaned it. The door was dirty. The doorknob base was falling off and there was also something poking through our ceiling that looked like tissue and wire? We decided we couldn't stay there. Upon check out the guy at the desk was apologetic but only agreed to refund us $40 WHICH HE SAID WAS THE "CLEANING" FEE. He didn't even offer another room. This is the worst hotel experience I've ever received and it ruined our evening. PS I've stayed at a lot of older motels/hotels in the past and while they have been dated, I've never been so disgusted with a place

Aurora North Seattle WA

Hotel highlights

  • Close to Woodland Park Zoo
  • Free WiFi in rooms and public areas
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities

Located in Fremont within a mile (2 km) of Woodland Park Zoo, Marco Polo Motel is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as University of Washington. The 37 rooms at this motel include refrigerators, microwaves, and TVs.


Rooms

Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and phones. Housekeeping is available on request.


Property features

Marco Polo Motel features free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Free parking is available if you drive. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area.

Room options

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

1 Queen Bed | Sleeps 2

Room, 1 Queen Bed

1 Queen Bed | Sleeps 2

Room, 2 Queen Beds

2 Queen Beds | Sleeps 4

Guest reviews for Marco Polo Motel

Everyone (17) Couples (4) Students (1) Family (2)
5
Everyone

By , from San Diego on Sep 21, 2023

Review comment responded on Nov 11, 2023

Thank you for rating your visit it with us! We hope to see you again!

3
Everyone

Just old, not staff’s fault, but showers and other areas could use a lot of basic improvement

By on Jul 30, 2023

Review comment responded on Aug 2, 2023

THANK YOU, MP

4
Everyone

An old property, clean and nice staff.

By on Jul 26, 2023

Review comment responded on Jul 26, 2023

MOST GENEROUS, THANK YOU FOR FEEDBACK.MP

5
Everyone

The staff is very like. They supply the coffee, tea and water.

By on Jul 25, 2023

Review comment responded on Jul 26, 2023

MERCI BEAUCOUP!

5
Everyone

By on Jun 2, 2023

Review comment responded on Jun 30, 2023

Thank you for your rating and thank you for choosing the Marco Polo Motel for your stay. We hope to see you again soon, and we wish you safe travels.

4
Partner Couples

We always stay at this property when going out in Fremont/Ballard/Uni District. It is a really basic hotel, but the long-standing staff are friendly, the rooms are clean for their condition, and we feel it is a safe property. We have never had a problem with our car there, in terms of finding parking or break-ins. We have been going there for over a decade and for the price, it can't be beat. It is not a 5-star hotel, it is roadside motel. We always bring our own pillows and blankets, and even towels.

By on Nov 17, 2022

Review comment responded on Nov 17, 2022

Most generous, and we thank you for your patronage.

4
Partner Couples

Well maintained older motel great price and location. Staff was great. Stayed in a historic room.

By , from kent on Oct 7, 2022

Review comment responded on Oct 9, 2022

Most generous thank you!

3
Partner Couples

Just an ordinary room, no clock, air conditioner noise all stay, desk man was very help[ful. Bed was comfortable. Considering excessive cost of motels in Seattle this was okay for one night.

By on Aug 1, 2022

Review comment responded on Aug 2, 2022

Valuable feedback, thank you, MP

5
Everyone

By on May 15, 2022

5
Family with small children

Over all

By on Sep 29, 2021

Review comment responded on Sep 29, 2021

Gratitude for generous feedback!

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