Is it cheaper to stay in a motel than in a hotel in Seattle?

The average price for a night in a motel in Seattle is $126 compared to $380 for a night in a hotel.

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Best Seattle motels

Crown Inn

Northgate

6.3Okay(772)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Downtown

Free Wi-Fi

Fremont

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

$224+

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The Grove West Seattle Inn

West Seattle

8.0Very Good(924)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pet friendly

Northgate

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Georgetown

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pet friendly

$238+

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Motel 6 Seattle South

SeaTac, WA, United States

7.2Good(713)

Free Wi-Fi

Pet friendly

$149+

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Motel 6-Seattle, Wa - Sea-Tac Airport South

SeaTac, WA, United States

6.0Okay(1512)

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet friendly

$158+

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Motel 6 Seattle Airport

SeaTac, WA, United States

6.7Okay(1237)

Free Wi-Fi

Pet friendly

$147+

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Jet Inn Motel-Seatac, Tukwila

Tukwila, WA, United States

6.1Okay(17)

Parking

Pet friendly

$160+

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Motel 6 Seattle North Kirkland

Kirkland, WA, United States

7.0Good(930)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet friendly

$133+

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Travel Inn Motel

Des Moines, WA, United States

Free Wi-Fi

Edmonds, WA, United States

$153+

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Royal A Motel

Auburn, WA, United States

6.5Okay(5)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

$191+

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Emerald Best Motel

Edmonds, WA, United States

6.9Okay(297)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

$138+

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Best Motel

Shoreline, WA, United States

8.3Very Good(152)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

$198+

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Auburn Motel

Auburn, WA, United States

6.0Okay(56)

Free Wi-Fi

Pet friendly

$162+

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Legend Motel

Des Moines, WA, United States

Free Wi-Fi

KAYAK’s insights for motels in Seattle

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Seattle with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest motel rates in Seattle?

Motels are cheapest in Seattle in January, with average rates of $235. In comparison, June is the most expensive month, with prices at $369.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a motel in Seattle?

Monday offers the lowest rates in Seattle, with an average nightly price of $241. The highest prices are found on Tuesday, with average rates at $333.

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2 stars and below

Low season	January
High season	June
Average price (weeknight)	$163
Average price (weekend night)	$161

Cheapest month to stay with an average 16% drop in price.

Most expensive month to stay with an average 32% rise in price.

Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

If you’re looking for a cheap motel in Seattle, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced motels in Seattle in October and April.
Motel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best motel deals in Seattle if you stay on a Tuesday. The most expensive day for motel bookings is Wednesday.
If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book more than 90 days before your stay to get the best price for a Seattle motel.
Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their motel in Seattle for 2 days.

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Is it cheaper to stay in a motel than in a hotel in Seattle?
The average price for a night in a motel in Seattle is $126 compared to $380 for a night in a hotel.