About Motel 6 Vista
Situated less than ten miles from southern California beaches, Motel 6 Vista offers low-cost chain lodgings at contemporary low-rise premises just off the Ronald Packard Parkway in Vista. Highlights include free truck parking, free Wi-Fi throughout and an outdoor swimming pool.
Colorful, updated rooms with air-conditioning and en suite bathrooms with granite countertops feature wood-effect flooring, mini-fridges, microwaves, 32-inch cable televisions, free local calls and desks. Accessible rooms are also available.
Amenities comprise a picnic area and barbecue grill, launderette, sun terrace, tennis court, 24-hour reception and vending machines. Children can stay free and pets are accepted.
Morning coffee is complimentary and eateries located within two miles include Chinese, Mexican and fast food restaurants.
Smoke-free Motel 6 Vista is 15 minutes’ drive from Legoland California and five minutes’ from The Wave Waterpark. California State University San Marcos is about ten minutes’ drive away. The Gas & Steam Engine Museum is about five miles away.
Positive Reviews
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Popular remodeled rooms
Reviewers were keen on the revamped rooms with fresh decor, granite countertops and hard floors. Many liked the way they were well-equipped with mini-fridges and microwaves. Most guests felt the rooms were well-cleaned and more than sufficiently comfy and spacious. Those looking to keep costs down claimed they got fair value for money due to the often reasonable room rates. Shared facilities like the inviting outdoor swimming pool and tennis courts were a hit with guests too.
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Roadside location near beaches and Legoland
This motel’s location off State Route 78 in Vista, southern California appealed to most travelers as it put them within easy reach of top theme parks like Legoland. Moreover, beachgoers were pleased they were within easy driving distance of Pacific Ocean beaches. The ample free parking was a bonus for drivers, who added it was straightforward to get to area golf courses, shopping malls and academic institutions.
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Customer service praised
Guests expressed positive opinions about the pleasant, helpful and attentive members of staff, who provided a hassle-free check-in. Animal lovers liked the way pets could stay in certain rooms.
Negative Reviews
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Free Wi-Fi criticism
Although reviewers welcomed the provision of free Wi-Fi, some were disappointed that the service sometimes suffered from spotty coverage and unimpressive speeds.
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Dining options were scarce
It disappointed several visitors that there were few restaurants located nearby. Those looking for places to eat reportedly faced a short drive to reach dining options and other amenities.
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Occasional criticism of flaws in some rooms
Minor maintenance and cleanliness issues like bedroom floors and bathrooms that could have been more vigorously cleaned, blown light bulbs, lingering pet smells and dirty fridges were a setback for guests in several rooms. It also disappointed some reviewers that there were no toiletries or coffee-makers provided in the rooms.