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Motel 6 Petaluma, CA

Stay at Motel 6 Petaluma, CA, a budget-friendly motel offering modern rooms, free Wi-Fi, outdoor pool, and pet-friendly amenities near Sonoma attractions.

1368 N McDowell Blvd, Petaluma, CA 94954, United States View on map
6.6/10
Average Based on 1307 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Air-conditioned Pet-friendly Kid-friendly
What recent guests emphasize

Motel 6 Petaluma, CA

Guests find this budget motel a good value with friendly service and a convenient location near local attractions, although accommodations are simple and some cleanliness issues have been noted.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly and attentive staff who go above and beyond to assist guests.
  • Clean and comfortable rooms with crisp bedding and laminate floors.
  • Good location near shopping, dining, and parks with accessible pet areas.
  • Quiet atmosphere with well-maintained grounds.
  • Easy online booking process and accommodating front desk service.

Worth knowing

  • Rooms are minimalistic, lacking amenities like shampoo, conditioner, coffee makers, or hair dryers.
  • Some guests have experienced cleanliness issues, particularly with floors and bathrooms.
  • Bathrooms have a unique layout that may feel cramped or unusual to some guests.
  • Building and furnishings show signs of age, with small rooms relative to price.
  • Pool is available but may be less inviting during cooler weather.

Best for

  • Budget travelers looking for a simple, no-frills stay in Petaluma.
  • Pet owners seeking convenient dog relief areas and pet-friendly accommodations.
  • Visitors wanting a well-located base near Sonoma State University, factory outlets, and local parks.
  • Families needing kid-friendly lodging with easy access to nearby attractions.
  • Travelers who value friendly service and practical comfort over luxury amenities.
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About this property

Welcome to Motel 6 Petaluma, CA

Motel 6 Petaluma, CA is a straightforward budget motel located just off Redwood Highway at 1368 N McDowell Blvd. Its simple, modern rooms offer essential amenities including air conditioning and free Wi-Fi, making it a practical choice for travelers seeking value and convenience. An outdoor pool and free morning coffee provide added comfort, although guests should note that breakfast and on-site dining options are not available.

The property is pet-friendly and welcoming to families with children, with designated outdoor areas for pets and easy access to local dining and shopping. Reviewers often mention the clean and comfortable beds, although some point out occasional housekeeping inconsistencies and minimalistic room features, such as the absence of toiletries and kitchen amenities. The motel maintains a smoke-free environment and free parking on site.

Its location is useful for visitors interested in exploring Petaluma and the surrounding region. It sits about 1.9 miles from Petaluma's factory outlets and under six miles from Sonoma State University. Nearby attractions include Jack London State Historic Park, Sonoma Valley wineries, and the Graton Resort and Casino, all within a reasonable drive.

Access to transportation hubs is convenient, with San Francisco International Airport roughly an hour away by car, and smaller regional airports even closer. While the property is modest and receives mixed reviews—averaging a 3.3 rating from over 1,300 guests—the attentive front desk staff and well-kept grounds contribute positively to the overall guest experience.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Air-conditioned
Pet-friendly
Kid-friendly
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Breakfast
Accessible
Pool
Business center
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

MF
Matt Fannin Apr 11, 2026
8.0

Good value, nicely remodeled. Comfortable but, as you would expect, minimalist. Don't look for shampoo and conditioner, an ice bucket larger than a tea cup, or, unfortunately, an acceptably clean floor and bathtub. Bed was crisp and clean and TV had enough channels. Room was nice, nicer than I expected for the price. It would have far exceeded my expectations if housekeeping had either cleaned it well before I checked in (let alone put a sticker or something across the door lock or something to give me confidence checking in during a pandemic. Something saying that its been sanitized or even cleaned for example. Even with that, I'd stay there again. Polite front desk.

AB
Ashley Bowers Mar 27, 2026
10

I needed a place to stay in between apartments that I was renting and ended up choosing the Petaluma motel 6 to stay for the week. I could not be happier with the choice I made. And It's not just that the room was clean, and the soda machine was stocked, and the pool was open for anyone brave enough to tough out the colder weather, which come to think of it, one little girl actually was, so good for her... it was truly the staff that made the stay as memorable as it was for me. And it's an all star cast if there ever was one... Everyone from Nick at the front desk whom has an attention to detail and smile for anyone who passes by that is second to none, to the maintenance man named Sydney who went out of his way to make sure my young son had everything he needed to be comfortable during his stay including hauling a microwave up a flight of stairs and halfway around a building just to ensure we had hot food and milk, to the crew of cleaning ladies who are the most polite and efficient that I've ever seen even in comparison to some of the high end hotels I've had the opportunity to stay with; every part of the team makes you feel welcomed, thought of, and well cared for to the point where I know I won't just find any and every opportunity to book a night again in the future, I will go out of my way to simply drop by to say hello. That's the personal touch that I never realized before could be a part of spending the night or even a week using a motel as your accommodations. Their above and beyond service is more than worth the cost of the room alone and I will most certainly be coming back... hopefully very soon!

WW
William Wong Mar 21, 2026
10

Stayed on 10/24. Front desk was manned by a very helpful young man in the evening for check in. He had a difficult/obnoxious customer before me but he did his best to help the lady. I was actually getting ready to say something to her as she made me wait an extra 15 minutes over silly stuff. Once he got rid of her, things were great. Room floor wasn't the cleanest, but this was during record rains in the Bay area, so I understood. Pretty quiet and a non-sketchy location next to a lot of food options and shopping. I'd stay here again. Lots of pet area and pretty well kept up grounds too.

SM
Sherry Montgomery Mar 10, 2026
8.0

Our stay at motel 6 was very pleasant. The rooms were very basic in nature and we did get a kick out of the fact that you can't sit on the toilet and open or close the bathroom door. The rooms were very clean and the beds were comfortable. They had plenty of places for our dogs to relieve themselves too.

DW
Debbie Whitlock-Roush Feb 20, 2026
8.0

Clean room. Good area (not sketchy, like some are in.) Pet friendly and nice little “doggy doo” area with bags. Front desk personnel very friendly and helpful. Grounds very well kept up. We had room 132, and it was very quiet and away from the street. Yes, we can hear people walking above us, but it’s not bad. Floors are laminate, so nice and clean. We’ll be staying here again on our next time through.

SH
Suzannah Harris Feb 04, 2026
10

We were mistakenly assigned a more expensive room but Motel 6 honored the price established at the time of booking, for which we had an email confirmation (always keep your confirmation). Room was clean and comfortable. Very minimalistic (no hair dryer, shampoo, coffee maker) so be prepared. We would stay there again.

CR
Connar Rae Jan 28, 2026
8.0

It was a nice place to stay in, but my first night I got woken up to what sounding like pounding on my door, but no one was there when I looked out the window. My mattress also slid down, so I couldn't really lean against the head board to watch the tv if I wanted to, but that isn't really a big deal. Otherwise, it was in a good location to some shopping, a park or two, and some nice food spots!

VC
Victor Castellon Jan 22, 2026
8.0

The front desk staff was accommodating. We booked online and it was easy to use. The shower was clean but it definitely showed it’s age and would benefit from an upgrade. The room was very small for the price we paid but we literally had an event to go to and needed a place to sleep as we didn’t see driving 3 hours home as pleasant other. I will say the small corner couch was an interesting touch. I would still recommend someone to this location due to its ease of access to the freeway

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Motel 6 Petaluma, CA

Petaluma, California, USA

This simple budget property is off the Redwood Highway, 1.9 miles from Petaluma's factory outlets and 5.6 miles from the Sonoma State University.

  • Petaluma North 18 min Walk
  • N McDowell Blvd & Old Redwood Hwy 2 min Walk
  • N Mcdowell B and Redwood Way 2 min Walk
  • San Francisco International Airport 1 hr 8 Car · 3 hr 3 Transit
  • Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport 59 min Car · 3 hr 10 Transit
  • Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport 24 min Car · 1 hr 3 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in California. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Sonoma Valley 28 reviews

Sonoma Valley

California 95442, USA

3.3 · Ravine
Graton Resort and Casino 17,072 reviews

Graton Resort and Casino

288 Golf Course Dr W, Rohnert Park, CA 94928, United States

4 · Casino
Jack London State Historic Park 1,326 reviews

Jack London State Historic Park

2400 London Ranch Rd, Glen Ellen, CA 95442, United States

4.8 · Historical Landmark
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