Sunshine Motel offers budget accommodations with kitchenettes, free Wi-Fi, and parking. Located near downtown Tacoma and Wild Waves Theme Park.
Guests appreciate the motel’s improving cleanliness and welcoming staff, though some note limitations in comfort and privacy. The property suits travelers seeking affordable accommodations with basic amenities and kitchenettes close to local attractions.
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Sunshine Motel is a budget-friendly lodging option located at 3801 Pacific Hwy E in Fife, Washington. Situated just a short drive from downtown Tacoma and minutes from Wild Waves Theme Park, it offers convenient access to local attractions such as the Museum of Glass, LeMay - America’s Car Museum, and Tacoma Art Museum. The motel is also within reasonable driving distance of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, making it a practical choice for travelers passing through the area.
The property consists of standard rooms equipped with kitchenettes, catering to guests who prefer self-catering facilities. Amenities include free Wi-Fi, complimentary parking, air conditioning, and pet-friendly accommodations. While there is no on-site restaurant, fitness center, or pool, the motel does provide accessibility features and a clean, quiet environment according to several guest reviews.
Guest feedback reflects a mixed experience. Several reviews praise the friendly and attentive staff, cleanliness, and overall value for the price. However, some concerns have been noted regarding mattress comfort and privacy due to window coverings. Ongoing maintenance and management care appear to be positive aspects of the motel’s operation. The atmosphere may suit visitors seeking no-frills accommodations with basic comforts rather than luxury amenities.
Those traveling with pets or in need of a functional kitchenette may find Sunshine Motel meets these needs adequately. Its straightforward style and accessibility make it a practical option for short stays or travelers prioritizing location and basic conveniences. Nearby hotel alternatives offer different price points and facilities for comparison within easy reach.
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Wayyy better than they used to be. Used to have bed bugs but they fixed that issue. They are fixing the place up. The front desk people are super cool. Always my #1 choice in fife.
It's the first motel I've visited that didn't have the thick curtains. It had no curtains at all. Just the type usually seen on sliding glass doors. Didn't feel very private since I could see out, so any passerby could have seen in. Also the mattress was extremely hard, it was difficult to get comfortable. I could feel the metal springs in my back and hips, and thick edge wire gouging into the back of my legs.
The owner and staff are wonderful, the rooms are very clean and tidy, laundry unit on site, cable tv, working AC and Heater, 24 hour coffee. The parking lot is very well lit up. Quiet nights. This place is fantastic.
We go here evety month 1 to 2 night's atleast. Some times more. Only thing I would change is atleast for repeating customers is letting our 6 cats in the rooms with us for a refundable deposit like the key deposit. No matter if we have one or six of our cats it would only be an extra 50. Dollars each time until the manager could check our room and make sure no damage had been done to the room. Then we could totally relax when we're here. Until then they stay in our van each time. But the price is fare we get free HBO and Wi-Fi and no one has ever dissturbed us or our cats. So over all we love this motel. Abd we will becoming back many many more times. Also the ower/ Manager is very polite.well spoken when talking to his customers. And very friendly. Thank You.
Had an incrediblely relaxing and much needed all nighter menage trois true movie marathon and it was well worth it. Clean room, two beds, awesome ambiance and decor. Love the oversize mirrors and excellent lighting. Made for great pics and fun videos for the memories memoires.
Good price. Rooms are decently clean. Parking lot is big and easily visible. Coffee is served in the lobby. Only negatives would be they don't take payments over the phone. & No candy vending machine. Lol
We want to thank Mr. Naveen Parmar for being such an amazing person!!! He is a very caring and is an excellent person. We need more people like him on this earth. We had our son there for 3 months recovering from being hit by a car and Mr. Parmar watch over him and made sure he was ok. He really takes pride in this place. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for everything Mr.Parmar!!!! Brenda & Randy!!!!
I used to stay at this place and owner and housekeeping staff are really humane people there is a time that I did not have enough to cover my last day of stay and they literally let me stay and get the payment antil next morning that's for me is a good thing now on days people don't care about people. So anyway rooms are way cleaner them before. I have seen a previous review and those are from people Wich don't want to pay for living. On a few words scams. Thanks God this place has changed for better and by the way one of the only hotels from the area Wich let you stay with out having a credit card that's a plus
A 5-mile drive from Wild Waves Theme Park, this straightforward budget motel is 4.5 miles from downtown Tacoma and 17.5 miles from SeaTac International Airport.
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