Motel 6-Raleigh, NC - Cary

Location is right where it needs to be, everything you need for a short stay is within walking distance. Even a long stay is feasible, honestly. Price is pretty good, considering it's right next to the highway. NO surprise deposit upon arrival. There is a laundry room with vending machines. I didn't use, so take my word with a grain of salt... but it is there. Staff was nice enough to let me check in early with no fee. Granted, I was only 30 mins early, so it may have been to their discretion. Checkout, easy as breathing.

I had a non-smoking room, but it still smelled of smoke, so I had a headache. Walls are what's to be expected; not paper thin, but not soundproof (people were fighting during my stay, which doesn't happen to everyone). I was supposed to get a queen bed, but I got two full beds. Totally fine, I was glad I didn't have to put anything on the floor (optimism is a choice).

Cleaned rooms

Needs done upgrades

It was close to everything

The staff is always great. I'm always comfortable.