Your stay — Oak Tree Motel
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Oak Tree Motel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
For a quieter stay, request rooms on the upper floors (4th or 5th) as they are likely to be farther away from the street noise on Aurora Avenue North. This road can get busy, especially during rush hour, and the lower floors may experience more traffic noise.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms near the service entrance or lift may experience noise from deliveries and staff activity. If you're a light sleeper, it's best to avoid rooms in these areas.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Aurora Avenue North doesn't offer many view options. However, rooms on the higher floors may have a view of the surrounding cityscape, albeit partially obstructed by other buildings.
Quietest floors
3rd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Aurora Avenue North can get busy, with traffic noise being a potential issue, especially during rush hour. Additionally, the service entrance and lift areas may generate some noise from deliveries and staff activity.
Insider tips
Be aware that parking at this hotel may be limited, so it's a good idea to arrive early to secure a spot. You can also consider using public transportation or ride-sharing services to avoid parking hassles. If you're planning to check-in during peak hours, consider arriving a bit earlier or later to avoid the queue. The staff is generally friendly, but the lobby can get busy during peak times.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Oak Tree Motel
free, 100 Mbps, no login constraints
serves all floors; no stairs-only historic sections
no digital newsstand; complimentary USA Today
15:00-23:00; early bag-drop available; late check-out until 12:00, 10 USD fee after 12:00
available, 5 USD per day
step-free access; wheelchair-accessible entries; no structural limitations
self-parking available, 20 USD per night; nearest public car park, 5th Avenue NE and NE 95th Street, 3 USD per hour; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: 50 USD advance deposit + 25 USD incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Vida Abundante (60 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Bethany Community Church (585 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Filipino-American Christian Church (758 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Mosaic Community Church (945 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Northgate Station — 2.8 km · ~36 min walk
Greenwood Park — 705 m · ~9 min walk
Isaac Studio Theatre — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Licton Springs Playground — 1.2 km · ~14 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Bank of America — 928 m · ~12 min walk
CVS Pharmacy — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
ampm — 118 m · ~1 min walk
Northgate — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →United States Dollar, USD
Use ATMs from major banks (Bank of America, Chase) for fair rates; avoid airport or tourist exchange bureaus which take 8-12% cut.
Visa/Mastercard accepted almost everywhere; contactless and Apple/Google Pay common; smaller cafes and street stalls often cash-only.
Restaurants 15-20% pre-tax; taxis 10-15%; hotel porters $2-5 per bag; housekeeping $3-5 per night.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Drip coffee from a neighbourhood cafe, roughly $3-4.
Sandwich or burrito from a deli or food truck, $10-14.
Main course at a casual pub or ethnic restaurant, $15-20.
Food trucks and stalls near Ballard or Fremont markets, $8-12 for tacos or banh mi.
Safeway and QFC are the main budget supermarkets; Trader Joe’s a slightly cheaper alternative.
Target and Ross for basics; Goodwill and Value Village for secondhand finds.
King County Metro day pass $8 on the Transit Go app; Link Light Rail from airport to downtown $3.25, then bus to 98103.
Buy groceries and cook rather than eat out; use reusable water bottle (tap water is clean); take buses instead of ride-share for short hops.
Good to know — Seattle
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Emergency Contacts
SeattleFor non-emergencies, call Seattle Police non-emergency on 206-625-5011. For Poison Control, use 1-800-222-1222. For Crisis Connections (mental health support), call 988.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Seattle, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Oak Tree Motel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Bank of America — 928 m · ~12 min walk — pharmacy · CVS Pharmacy — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
S Jackson St & 5th Ave S (0.2 mi from hotel) → Seattle Center / Lower Queen Anne
💡 This bus gets you to the Space Needle area without a transfer. Use the Transit app for live tracking—arrival times are accurate but can shift in traffic.
S Jackson St & 5th Ave S (0.2 mi from hotel) → Capitol Hill (Broadway & Pike)
💡 Cheaper than rideshare for Capitol Hill bar hopping. Buy a day pass ($5) from the ORCA machine at the stop—saves fumbling for cash.
SeaTac/Airport Station (SEA) → International District/Chinatown Station (0.1 mi from hotel)
💡 Board the train from the airport stop—it’s under the parking garage. Tap your ORCA card or use the Transit Go app; avoid buying paper tickets at machines for faster boarding.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) → HI-Seattle at American Hotel (520 S King St, Seattle)
💡 Skip the queue by booking via the FlySEA app. Flat rate zones apply—confirm your price before getting in.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Oak Tree Motel?
For a quieter stay, request rooms on the upper floors (4th or 5th) as they are likely to be farther away from the street noise on Aurora Avenue North. This road can get busy, especially during rush hour, and the lower floors may experience more traffic noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Oak Tree Motel?
Rooms near the service entrance or lift may experience noise from deliveries and staff activity. If you're a light sleeper, it's best to avoid rooms in these areas.
Is Oak Tree Motel noisy?
Aurora Avenue North can get busy, with traffic noise being a potential issue, especially during rush hour. Additionally, the service entrance and lift areas may generate some noise from deliveries and staff activity.
Which rooms have the best views at Oak Tree Motel?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Aurora Avenue North doesn't offer many view options. However, rooms on the higher floors may have a view of the surrounding cityscape, albeit partially obstructed by other buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Oak Tree Motel?
Be aware that parking at this hotel may be limited, so it's a good idea to arrive early to secure a spot. You can also consider using public transportation or ride-sharing services to avoid parking hassles. If you're planning to check-in during peak hours, consider arriving a bit earlier or later to avoid the queue. The staff is generally friendly, but the lobby can get busy during peak times.
What time is check-in at Oak Tree Motel?
Check-in at Oak Tree Motel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Oak Tree Motel have Wi-Fi?
free, 100 Mbps, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Oak Tree Motel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Oak Tree Motel?
Sandwich or burrito from a deli or food truck, $10-14.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Oak Tree Motel?
King County Metro day pass $8 on the Transit Go app; Link Light Rail from airport to downtown $3.25, then bus to 98103.
Top Attractions in Seattle
💡 Take the glass elevator to the top and walk down the ramp through the 'book spiral'. Free tours run at 1pm most days – no reservation needed.
💡 Pack a picnic and sit on the grassy slope towards the water. The park connects to the waterfront via a pedestrian bridge – best at sunset.
💡 Arrive before 10am to avoid crowds. Visit the lower concourse for cheap produce and the Market Heritage Center (free entry, small donation suggested).
💡 Go at sunrise for near-empty views and fewer tourists. Bring a zoom lens for Rainier on clear days – check the camera before you go.
💡 Enter from the Montlake Cut side and follow the boardwalk through the wetlands. Free parking is limited – take bus 11 or 48 from downtown.