Motel 6 Belmont

A Biohazard and a Public Health Disgrace Rating: 0/5 Stars This is not a hotel; it is a slumlord-run property that represents a genuine public health hazard. I am writing this to warn anyone—especially those who may be placed here for medical recovery—to stay far away. I was placed here after a hospital stay, and the conditions were so appalling that I ended up back in the hospital with an eye infection caused by the room itself. The Filth Factor The level of neglect here is staggering. It is not just "unkempt"; it is infested with grime and neglect. Floors: The floors are so sticky and filthy that you are forced to wear shoes at all times just to avoid infection. I was told by cleaning staff that they are "not allowed" to mop—they only sweep. Windows & Mold: The window seals are caked in black, moldy mud. Combined with massive holes in the screens, it is impossible to open a window for air without inviting in bugs. The Smell: The room reeks of a stagnant, nauseating odor that no amount of Fabreze or Lysol could ever mask. Linens & Fixtures: I encountered yellowing, pee-smelling shower curtains and dirty spots on sheets so I brought in my own bedding and sheets. Life-Safety Hazards Beyond the filth, the building is a code-violation nightmare: Fire Hazards: There is exposed wiring throughout the building, posing a clear fire risk with old wiring to plugs showing frayed. Structural Integrity: Ceiling tiles are water-stained and leaking with the rain. Security: There are broken doors on the property with no lock. Climate Control: The AC unit was intermittent and noisy, didnt stay on and making for an impossible environment to rest in. Management’s Negligence When I attempted to address these issues, the manager’s response was nothing short of hostile. When I asked about the lack of cleaning, he bluntly stated, "As a brand, Motel 6 does not clean." He was dismissive, rude, and told me, "If you don’t like it, leave." This reflects a total lack of accountability from both the manager and the ownership. A Message to the San Mateo Hospital Foundation Donors I was sent here by a foundation as part of "post-hospital support." To the donors of the San Mateo Hospital Foundation: Is this the standard of care you believe your gifts are providing? When I reached out to the foundation’s leadership, they acknowledged the reports I gave two weeks ago but chose not to sever the partnership with this hotel. I feel that there may be a problem with this partnership ethically. This is not "support"—it is putting vulnerable patients into a hazardous, unsanitary, and degrading environment. If you want to help people recovering from health issues, you must ensure that your partnerships reflect dignity, safety, and basic human respect, not this repulsive, broken-down pit. Stay away. If you value your health, look anywhere else.

It’s close to the freeway, so pretty convenient. Area around it looked pretty run down. Friendly staff, mostly clean room. You can tell there hadn’t been a deep clean in the shower, it was dirty where the walls met the tub/shower. Bed wasn’t the most comfortable, either were the 3 pillows. The bedding looked clean. Hallways look a little tired. They allow pets (that’s good) but sometimes the dogs like to bark, and it was easily heard. All in all, it was as I expected, which is a good thing.

Extremely condescending young hotel staff at night. The young woman said "we don't care" when I asked to switch to a different room due to very valid safety concerns, and smirked. The young woman and man who worked at night said that they were related to the manager. That could be the only possible reason they are untouchable even though guests are treated horribly. Pool was cold, place was dirty and falling apart. Avoid at all costs.