Budget Inn offers simple rooms with free Wi-Fi and parking in San Leandro, CA. Near Lake Chabot Park, Oakland Zoo, and convenient to major airports.
Reviewers commonly highlight the cleanliness and quiet atmosphere, noting the straightforward amenities and convenient location near parks and local attractions. Some mention mixed experiences due to the neighborhood and limited services.
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Budget Inn is a straightforward budget hotel located along Foothill Boulevard in San Leandro, conveniently positioned just off Interstate-580. The property offers simple, clean rooms equipped with microwaves and air conditioning, catering especially to travelers seeking basic accommodations without extra frills. Free Wi-Fi and parking add practical convenience for guests arriving by car.
The hotel operates with a no-nonsense approach, providing essential amenities while lacking facilities such as a pool, restaurant, fitness center, or airport shuttle. Although pet-friendly options are not available, the motel is accessible and kid-friendly, making it suitable for families and solo travelers alike. Check-in begins at 3 PM, with check-out at 11 AM.
Nearby attractions include the expansive Lake Chabot Regional Park just 2 miles away, offering outdoor recreation opportunities, and the well-regarded Oakland Zoo located within a 6-mile drive. Several regional parks with trails and picnic areas are also close by, appealing to visitors interested in nature and wildlife. Reviewers generally describe clean and pleasant rooms, though the surrounding area is noted as somewhat unusual, reflecting the hotel’s budget positioning.
Budget Inn’s location benefits travelers needing easy access to multiple airports, with Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport being the closest at about 15 minutes by car, followed by San Francisco International and San Jose Mineta International airports within a 30 to 40-minute drive. The property competes with several nearby budget hotels, offering a choice for cost-conscious guests in the San Leandro area.
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clean rooms. smelled nice. furniture is pretty updated and had a nice led. bathrooms were really nice. one of the better budget motels
We were surprised on how clean the room was. Very nice stay. We were stranded due to our truck breaking down and luckily we were close to this hotel. I would definitely recommend.
If you're looking for a place to just put your head down and go to sleep it's the place to go
It was great. The maids were so sweet. The check in process was amazing. I got to check in early and the room was clean, neat and smelled good.
Kind of a in a little big a of a weird area but my stay was nice.
Takes cash and has smoking rooms I like this place.
Awesome gift from fiancee David. Clean and wonderful. Will return soon. Waiting for free time. Great staycation.
Nice and quiet for the first time rendezvous for me and my new boo
Very nice,they let us stay extra time after check out
I visited a guest here. They're rooms are really nice
Off Interstate-580, this functional budget hotel is 2 miles from the 315-acre Lake Chabot Regional Park, 6 miles from long-standing Oakland Zoo, and 14 miles from Oakland city center.
Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in California. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.
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