Sequoia Inn

I gave the 5 star for the friendly manager and staff also location and overall cleanliness and features
The manager/​front reception was very friendly and nice and even when I needed ice although there was no ice machine at the motel he was nice enough to go to his house and get me some ice .
Overall everything is decent and nice and worth the price for such a prime location

Two words: BED BUGS… We reserved a room relativity late (11pm) and it was cheap yes but you gotta draw the line somewhere. Walked into the room only to find a critter sitting on the pillow. Also, very poor customer service makes this place an easy pass. I’ve already reached out to the CHLA and will be contacting the BBB because as cost friendly this place is, bed bugs can spread to ur home and in some cases Can spread disease. One star is one too many!

its was a okay stay. Lobby stunk. Room smelled like it was drenched with perfume or some sort of cleaning supply. When your on a budget, and far away from home, I paid $ 120 the week of June 11 – 12. Low rating based off the room. The female clerk was nice, Wasn’t noisy at all at night. Id stay here again.

Might be a fine place, but getting a reservation is a challenge — and we still haven’t got a reservation, over an hour later. Called the number on the motel website and was told there were two rooms on our date — but quoted a price $ 40 more than the price on the website. The clerk said we could have it for that price, but wanted us to book through
instead of him just taking the booking. Said okay, went to
website and there was no room available for the date! I called the motel back, and the same clerk told me he had to call his boss to find out if there was a room — although he was obviously looking at a computer with the information while talking to me. So, now I’m supposed to wait for a call back — while the time ticks away for finding a motel room. Not good business.

If your looking for a last minute one night stay this place will do. Other then that it’s totally not worth it. My family and I stayed here for two nights (because we paid for it up front) and half way threw our stay we were already looking up other places to go. The holes and crapy patch jobs on the walls were ok and didnt bother me but the pubic hair on the walls in the bathroom was foul. Stains on every sheet/​blanket they made the beds with. Rusty shower certain that doesn’t stop water from leaving the shower, by the time your done water is all over the bathroom floor. My husband asked for extra towels obviously to clean up the water and they told him to walk down to the laundry room and get them. We couldn’t make calls on our room phone (only to front desk) the furniture was falling apart and the cherry on top was the room key not even working! WHAT THE HELL!!! My 1yr old son was taking a nap in our room and I went down to the car to get a bag, came back and the door wouldn’t open cause the key didn’t work. Not just my key but my husband’s key as well… the man at the front desk just brushed it off like no big deal fixed it and went about his business. I will not be coming back.

I’ve been to Sequoia Inn a few times, and it’s a descend place to stay. I like that they give discounts on rooms and have free wifi.
The rooms are not fancy, but they are cozy. The colorful comforters and cheap floors make me feel like I am a teenager back home again. The comforters looked new and still felt thick. The rest of the beddings were clean after my inspection of flipping the covers over to look for any bugs and dirt. It’s an average size room with a queen size bed, mini refrigerater and freezer, microwave, small doorless closet, and bathroom. One or two lamp shades never worked each time I booked a room here. The heater needed cleaning as it felt sticky when I touched it’s controls, but it did a super job of keeping the room hot during the cold, fall nights. The wooden floors are painted over.
The bathroom had an adequate supply of towel, soap, shampoo, and included 1 shower cap,
Although the rooms are all non-​smoking, some of my rooms carried the smell of smoke in the air. The receptionist seemed irritated by explaining she could not do anything about this issue.
Overall, I would stay here again.

Worked for me. The gal at the front desk is sweet, manager kind – gave me an extra blanket. Tidy room, wifi worked great. Not fancy but basic comfort. Other places provide breakfast that I usually choke on; no thank you. I don’t need no stinking breakfast. I’m going back to Sequoia Inn next month.

It was a nice spot to find not too far out of the city for a quick stop. Usually for motels, I limit my budget to $ 90 or less for a night. This spot was that.
Everything else in the area was at least $ 140 or more for the night and this wasn’t too hard to find.
3 stars due to the rude manager. He just doesn’t get basic human communication. Calls me at 10:50AM to let me know I need to go. Thanks buddy. I’m sure the whole getting ready and packing my car thing aren’t indicators of me getting ready to leave.
He also tried to raise the price on me as I showed up by $ 10 more. So make sure you ask AND remember the rates when calling in.
Bathrooms were ok, decent water pressure and hot water, but the shower head itself is pretty janky and fell off several times while I showered.
Towels felt like they have been bleached several thousand times. I guess that’s better than what else could be going down…
If you’re into TV. Well, prepare to be sad. It’s a terrible huge square cube with a remote that I’m pretty sure my grandparents used in 1995.
TLDR?
Under $ 100 for the night
Good Water Pressure
Rude Manager

I’ve stayed here a few times already because it’s a great motel at a very affordable price. The rooms are clean and well decorated. Bina at the front desk is very welcoming and helpful.

You shouldn’t hang up on potential customers. I still had more questions to ask.
Normally people say «bye» or «goodbye» when they are ready to end a conversation.
I needed a room for 11 days. They just lost a considerable amount of guaranteed money. I will NOT be staying here.

I found dried blood on my headboard hidden by the pillows. Towels had stains on them. Mold under the tub caulking, this is by far the worst place I have ever stayed in.

Rude, rude, rude. I didn’t even stay there and I’m thinking it was a blessing because the guy on the phone was so rude, he hung up on me when I questioned the price difference from what they advertise on Craigs List.
Found a much better place (Bel-​Mateo) for less money.

OMG. Hideous. I’ve had my share of dives, but this was one of the worst. Internet did NOT work, TV did NOT work, Toilet did NOT flush, Air conditioner barely worked. You’re better off sleeping in your car.

I’ve stayed here in the past an hated it but this place seems to really have changed. Probably the cheapest around unless you wanna go to the capri but that place is like staying overnight in a dumpster. This place was great. If you stay on the top floor there’s a great view for you too see. They have a great décor in the rooms. I loved the odd bedding. The cable channels were great. I loved the toiletries. They even had a microwave and excellent air conditioning. They have a cool little garden out front too. Right next door there’s a liquor store, a laundry mat, an a sushi place. There’s also a lot of other stores close by. The lady at the front was pretty cool. I just didn’t like that you could only park one car in the parking lot.

Unlike the previous posters, i didn’t even get a chance to stay at the inn. I called to make a reservation for 1 week and i was told to call back the morning of my stay to see if there were any available rooms. I tried to ask the gentleman why if he is a «motel» why he can not make a reservation for 7 days later. It was very off putting. it seems like a great deal on paper, but i feel that this place is more like a hotel nightmare!

4 stars for the price on offer for an otherwise 2.5~-ish star motel. I made my reservation on Expedia, and was surprised at how cheap it is (for this area). Called ahead and they told me they received a fax from Expedia. When I got there, at the edge of Whipple where I’d be staying, a lady came out and on-​boarded me. Free wi-​fi and parking and nearly only $ 50 and I was set. I will have to agree with another Unilocaler below me who said they actually tried to decorate. Not only that, but I also had the sense that it was a commuter/​working traveler’s type of place since there was a microwave, small refrigerator and large bathroom in the room. Clean linen and decently clean carpet. No problems at all.

Not a bad motel for the price… After tons of researching and craigslisting, this was the cheapest lodging i can find around the area that’s close to where i’ll be working at. Moving from the east coast, i completely have no way of knowing what is in store for me at this motel… Upon my arrival, i braced for the worst as i pulled up on the dingy looking exterior. I went to the lobby, checked-​in, got my key card, opened my room door… and wow — I’m impressed! The room was cute, clean, fresh smelling, and has hardwood floors!!– it was cute pretty :-) … Then OCD-​ness kicked in, and i had to check everything. I checked the corners and turned the sheets (no bugs), checked the bathroom (no rusts or molds), checked the TV, A/​C, water, fridge, microwave, all the lights (yes everything is working)… My heart was leaping with joy! — my stay here will be pleasant after all…
I stayed here for almost a month, while looking for an apartment (of course i have to visit each one, before i sign the year lease). and i never had any problem. Even with the other transient occupants — they didn’t bother me, i didn’t bother them, and we all lived in peace… Plus, the nail salon, laundry, and japanese restaurant are on the same block (easy access for basic necessities-​nails, clean clothes, and a happy belly). Also, the cleaning lady comes and cleans every other day– new sheets, new towels, empties trash bins, and re-​stock toiletries :-)
As with any place, some cons to consider:
1. too close to the train tracks — even at night, you’d here the train-​come-​a-​rollin every few minutes… but since i’m deep sleeper, this didn’t really bother me.
2. parking — don’t come home too late on those high occupancy days, or else you won’t have space to park
3. not all rooms have hardwood floors — which i discovered few days later… (so if you prefer hardwood, say so when you reserve…)
4. the free wi-​fi is not so reliable. (so i just use my phone when i Unilocal for restaurants, etc)
All in all, i was happy throughout my stay, and I saved money :-)

Whatever you’re paying, it’s not worth it. This was the worst hotel I’ve been in since I paid a McGill fraternity brother $ 8 Canadian to use a room at his house for 3 days.
— The internet didn’t work for over 24 hours. I complained 3 times, and each time they insisted it was fixed. Finally, they said they were going to call Comcast for help.
— Multiple power outlets didn’t work.
— Multiple lights didn’t work
— The TV didn’t work.
— The bathroom hadn’t been cleaned. The previous occupant’s personal effects were still in the shower.
— The room wasn’t cleaned between the first and second night of my stay
— There was a very, very serious mold problem in the shower.
— The bed was short-​sheeted.
— The water pressure was such that it took around 15 seconds to fill an 8 ounce cup of water.

The good,
Price is very resonable for what you get.
You will get a good sized TV with most of the cable channels, hair dryer, microwave, small fridge, and clean room.
The bad,
1. I called to reserve a room, i got a different price over the phone after i arrived. 10 dollars more.
2. the woman was a bit rude and really pushy.
main reason for 1 star:
3. the nose level in this area is overwhelming. I could not sleep.
The motel is on a MAIN street with many loud vehicles and motorcycles.
4. I was unlucky enough to get an insomniac upstair neighbor that like to walk around till 2 am. This was due to the thin walls and floors.
5. They have an option of a smoking room. ??? wow i could not beleive this.
6. Train tracks are less than 100 yards away, so you will hear that every time it goes by and will wake you up if your a lite sleeper like myself.
7. once morning comes you will be awaken to an auto repair shop at about 8 in the morning.
8. the walls and insulation is soo thin, you can hear every noise around that area. examples: people walking and talking and when a car leaves the parking lot, its like ther are no walls. you will hear everything.
I hate to do this to a familly owned buisness, who the father and son are very nice people. I had a conversation with both and they are good people.
but they should give out ear plugs when you check in.
Please be warned, if you are a lite sleeper bring ear plugs.
If you are a heavy sleeper then this is the place for you.

My wife and I resolved to look for jobs between SF and SJ in order to escape the weather, economy and bird-​sized mosquitoes of St. Louis in October, 2008. We decided to reserve an economical motel room for three weeks in Redwood City, thinking it would situate us ideally for the job search. We braced for the worst.
Have no fear, fellow traveler!
Yeah, it’s an aging, campy-​looking two-​level motel on El Camino Real. But the desk is extremely helpful, dead-​honest to the point of refunding us a considerable sum of money when we checked out early after I found a job quickly (hooray), and the rooms and location?
Clean, not run-​down, and far better than they have any right to be for the money we paid. I think someone with a conscience actually tried to decorate them nicely.
The location was perfect for us: a laundromat, liquor store, pancake joint and a car wash to get rid of several states’ worth of crud on the way to your first interview. You can walk to Caltrain in around 10 minutes. Free wi-​fi. A FedEx a couple blocks away to pay $ 8 to print and sign the paperwork to get rid of the house you left behind.
Thanks a million, Sequoia Inn — a year and a half later, my wife and I actually smile when we drive past you now :)