What a weekend! We haven't been to this motel in a dogs age and were SO thrilled with all of the upgrades the owners has put into the place. The location is PERFECT. Right in the heart of Orleans (mid Cape) and right up the road from a charming beach (Skaket Beach). Not to mention a pretty nice brew house. We each had different kinds of rooms. I was in unit 1.which is a standard room, two queen sized beds, a micro, a fridge and tv. The rooms are very spacious with plenty of closet space and a nice chest of drawers. Location, space, let's see....oh, the breakfast! Yes, you heard me right. There is a delightful selection of home baked goods and really good coffee, not to mention the cheerful owner ready to help with ANY situation. Our dog picked up a tic during a very aggressive season, but we didn't have the necessary tweezers. We asked our charming hostess and she gave us her own from her house. So nice! We thankfully didn't need them as it was tangled in his fur but still, we were so very grateful. If you go off season like we do then it's nice and quiet. It's also cheaper than the seasonal prices. Either way though, they have just rooms and rooms with a small kitchenette available. They will also bend over backwards to make sure your stay is memorable. read more

Great overall experience nice updated rooms immaculate owners we're very helpful and knowledgeable of the area and very nice made you feel at home read more

I grew up on the Cape, and came back to it for my 50th birthday, so when I was looking for affordable rates for a hotel/motel, I noticed all the high marks this place was getting, and booked a 5-night stay. The high marks were more than deserved! Pretty much everything you can expect to get out of a hotel is here in this charming 1950s motel: clean rooms, full bathroom, A/C, TV, Wi-Fi, continental breakfast (featuring warm homemade muffins! ), ice/vending/laundry machines... makes for a nice comfortable stay. I also give high marks for hospitality. This is an independent business run by real Cape folk, and it shows. The manager Daxa was an exemplary host to us. As someone whose family once ran a similar business, I noticed the same level of kindness and wholesomeness that we strived for. Chatting with staff here came as naturally as chatting with old friends. The location is also very nice. Just off the freeway, short drives to both Skaket and Nauset beaches, centrally located to make just about anywhere on the Cape an easy jaunt. Major grocery store (Shaw's) and a CVS just across the street if you need supplies, BBQ, arcade, and candlepin bowling just a block's walk away if you're looking for recreation. All in all, I loved this place! 10/10 would stay again! read more

Stayed there last year and enjoyed it so much we went back. Good sized, comfortable clean rooms. Coffee maker, microwave and good size fridge in the room. Free ice machine to fill your cooler for trips to the beach. Close to beautiful beaches and several great places to eat. They offer free muffins and coffee in the morning. Very quiet, restful place. Its near the Cape Cod rail trail for biking, walking or running. read more

3.5 - Nice and clean. The shower didn't drain so it got a little bit gross. Bathrooms have seen better days- grout is cracking and looking a little worn. Bathroom floor looked a little bit dirty but other than that, everything looked and smelled clean. read more

4.75 stars! Pros Clean - as in this might be the first time I felt comfortable showering with my slippers off. Nothing even rusty looking. Good breakfast muffins Good location- There is a bike rental place and a bike trail nearby Shaws super market across the road Gas Station nearby, Lots of restaurants nearby- including the BBQ place inside the bowling alley, the Sunbird cafe, the ice cream cafe Skaket beach (bayside)- parking is super close to beach when the tide is in. When the tide is out you can walk on the firm sand out for probably a mile. Marconi beach not too far away- those steps are a lot. Toiletries- Shower gel, shampoo, conditioner, hand wash in dispensers on the wall. Pool was barely used by anyone other than me. Mini walk in closet- so you can put your stuff in there and your room doesn't look as messy. King size bed- bigger than our king at home- might be a California king..... Did I mention clean? Also- nice housekeeping staff! Wanted to leave them so much more than the $30. Cons Water pressure lowish in shower (might be a regional thing)- I think the water is soft water because it feels like my soap never washes off- but the toilet and shower don't build up any rings. Shower a bit narrow for a large person- I keep touching the shower curtain- regular sized people won't have this problem. Lower Level King room is a bit small- I definitely want to get a larger room next time. Bed is a little soft for our comfort. But really high and pretty good quality. Warning- A lot of people don't wear masks on the Cape- except in Provincetown! read more

Female staff member was rude. On our drive down to our vacation and stay here, my mother in law unexpectedly passed away. We obviously had to cancel our reservation and head back home. The employee was so rude despite the unfortunate situation. I understand not being able to refund us on such short notice but have some compassion and perhaps offer us the ability to use the money we put down for another time in the future or credit us the money if they were able to re-book the room. Have some empathy and a small amount of customer service at the very least read more

The people that own it seemed incredibly nice, the room although far from the poolside we ordered was decently clean.

Got a chance to stay here for two nights. Can't say enough good things about this place. Clean!!! Great owners!! And convenient to beaches, restaurants and shops. Did I say clean. It was spotless. The owner made muffins when we stayed. Not sure if it's all the time. But a treat for breakfast. The pool was clean and decent size. Don't hesitate to stay here. We will make it our place when visiting this part of the Cape. read more

I have stayed at the Skaket Beach Motel for several years over the Fourth of July weekend. The motel has always been clean and the owners are gracious and friendly and very accommodating . This year when I checked into my room I was delighted with all of the upgrades ! There were new mattresses and pillows and bed linens. All of which were so incredibly comfortable ! The walls were freshly painted and there was new art work on the walls.The air conditioning system had been updated as well and the room had a lovely feel of summer. I always return to this motel for proximity to the beach and Nickerson Camp Ground where my family usually camps. The pool is great as is the location to supermarkets and restaurants . I also am so impressed with the owners . They are always on site and always accessible . This year I woke to find that my battery on my car was dead and it was the owner who helped me. I highly recommend this motel. I will return again next summer and for many more to come ! read more

I had a really great experience here.....the staff was super friendly and the room was CLEAN. It's a motel so don't go crazy expecting too much but it absolutely fit the bill!!! I'd go back!! read more

Staff was so friendly and sweet. Room was clean and had everything we could've needed. Very reasonable rates. Will absolutely be returning for the next trip! read more

I was on a Diamond Bus Tour and they select the accommodations. I was apprehensive at first and thinking this was going to be a long week in an old room. On arrival the place had an unusual layout, with multiple buildings of rooms. The owner/manager (not sure) issued us our rooms and keys and off we went. I opened the door and was pleasantly surprised. The room was very nicely decorated and updated. We had a king size bed, fridge, microwave, table with two chairs and all the other usual stuff. Some other travelers had rooms with kitchenettes and/or balconies. So there are options... Although the room was beautiful, it was a little cramped but they really worked with the space they had. There was a continental breakfast that was pretty standard. I only had the coffee but it was very good. Overall the stay was very nice and the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. I would stay there again for sure if I am back in the area. I would rate this 4.5 star if there was an option. Just not a 5 star due to the room size. read more

I have been coming to stay at Skaket Beach Motel for 25 years. It is always like coming home for me, my mom and my daughter. The owners are so warm and welcoming. The rooms are clean and have all the basics you need in a motel. Complimentary muffins are baked fresh every morning and taste delicious! This motel is conveniently located near Skaket and Nauset Beaches. The pool is clean and kept up nicely. I can't recommend Skaket Beach Motel enough if you're looking for a clean and nice place to stay for a trip to the Cape! read more

This was a lovely motel to stay at! The room was very comfortable and clean. The owners of the hotel were wonderful and so friendly. Definitely try the homemade muffins-they were great! read more

#1: Our stay was in the off-season #2: We booked our stay same-day (despite having completed a Yelp-vestigation revealing a previously coined nickname of "Skankies"...) #3: For this vaca - convenience trumped lovers oasis While I was happy to see that Norman Bates wasn't behind the counter, the gentleman who had us sign for payment and delivered our key wasn't exactly yammerin' for conversation (no dining or touristy tips?!). We set off for our room but had to navigate up, over, around behind, and over again (a few different buildings compose this motel property - caution: some rooms may be in high-traffic areas). Our room was in MINT condition! Squeaky clean from head to toe (wonderful!). We had an adjoined room and the couple on the other side had a dog which yipped when we crossed the room. Just when we thought we had a little privacy - HEADLIGHTS! Not from the parking area...but from an ON-RAMP for the highway (...umm embarrassing). The mattress felt new, but extreeeeemely stiff. Complimentary home-made muffins for check-out 8-10am (and I quote: "cranberry, blueberry, and chocolate chip (when in season)" - chocolate chips should ALWAYS in season!). The muffins were, indeed, scrumptious (I took a couple for the road), and the dining area was quaint: maps of the Cape and small bistro tables and some sight seeing brochures. The rates were decent enough considering the quality of cleanliness, the bonus points (outdoor pool, car wash station, well-maintained landscape), and the smiling hostess offering up muffin-ey goodness. read more

The rooms appear to have been recently updated and the service from the front desk was exceptionally good for Cape Cod. They even provide hot, homemade muffins every morning for breakfast! The only matter that kept them from getting 5 stars was our bathroom door. It won't close because it has swollen in the sea air over time. I'm sure they will get it corrected before our next visit. read more

On our third stay here and can't say enough about the nice people who run this motel. The rates are very reasonable, the maid service is perfect and to make it even better the motel is dog friendly off season. There is free wifi, just be sure to ask the desk for the password when you check in. Rooms are renovated, comfortable, and have refrigerators to store your perishables. Some rooms have microwaves as well. Convenient location across from a largish mall with a Shaw's for any food you may want. Don't need breakfast food though as muffins, orange juice and decent coffee are included and served daily in the comfy, Cape Cod-ish lobby. The pool looked nice and clean but it was too chilly to swim when we visited. Management is friendly and very helpful. We will come and stay again when on the Cape. read more

Yup, "motel" is in the title - so you have to set your expectations there. However, for a motel, this place is terrific! The accommodations are clean and bright - especially the bathrooms. A really nice benefit is the thick walls - you rarely can hear anything "next door" - a big peeve about motel-type places. The customer service is incredible - friendlier and more helpful than high end hotels I've stayed at. A family emergency came up and we needed to cancel a stay - even though there is a 10 day cancellation, the front desk was happy to help out in avoiding unnecessary charges. Amazing service. Fresh baked muffins and pretty decent coffee are available every morning - in a motel? Yup - really nice. The grounds are well kept (oh yes, forgot to mention its dog friendly!) and the pool appears very clean (did not take a dip). It is located on the main drag, across from a large shopping center - so traffic can get a bit loud. Also getting INTO the parking lot may be a challenge if you are on the opposite side of the road - one entrance is very close to the traffic light - however there is a second one, around the corner which is much easier to access. While this Skaket Beach Motel is not "on" a beach - it is a very economical, comfortable, clean, and super friendly place to stay. Especially if you have dogs with you. Also - you might want to bring your own pillow - the ones they have are kind of spongy - but what can you expect - its not the Westin! read more

I actually have nothing against Skanket Beach Motel, but because my friend James and I have the same sense of humor, let me share some of our thoughts with you about Skankies: 1. You will see, by the name, that it is NOT SkaNket Beach Motel, but Skaket. Either way it's funny...but it's funnier calling a motel skanky, if you ask me. 2. The "indoor" pool I was promised was actually outdoor. Y'all, it was freezing at the end of September, and though we contemplated a drunken dip, we figured it was best to stay clear. Also, the pool was probably closed. Also, besides that technicality, I don't think people would've wanted to see me in a bathing suit. Unless it was dark. Maybe. 3. Because bed bug hysteria is back in full force, you better believe I scoured that place head-ta-toe. Good news: no bed buggies! 4. The door didn't really fit its frame. When it was closed, you could still see light coming in from different angles. We felt like we were going to get raped because you could easily fit a hand between those cracks. 5. Which is funny because we watched a lot of Law & Order SVU on the janky TV with its wonky and blurry picture. 6. Okay, here is where I DO question Skankies: the bathroom. It was perfectly fine except there was no fan, which means we had to crack the window. Here's the thang. James and I were in the car for a long time. We had to drive around Brighton looking for a Crate and Barrel for a wedding gift. On top of that, Boston College was having one of their infamous football games, thus making traffic hell. Then, a bridge was down on the way going to Cape Cod, and it added an hour easily to our what-should-have-been 2 hour trip.* On the way we were A) hungover, B) full of coffee and bagels, C) full of Wendy's where we stopped for lunch. Not to get TOO graphic, but we sort of needed the bathroom when we arrived. One problem: there was no fan. No fan?! And what are you supposed to do in winter? Just freeze? I don't want fogged up windows after my shower! 7. But seriously. Really wonderful staff. Cute aesthetic, and reasonably priced. Right off the highway and not far from essentials like a grocery store, a gas station, pharmacies, etc. You can't go wrong if you just need a place to stay for a night or two. Thanks, Skanks! __________ * Don't worry, we played a rousing game of KFM. And we also talked about, you know, manly-man things. Football, babes, beef...the usual. read more

Like some other reviewers, people should be aware that this is a motel, in the classic, New England sense of that word. However, the rates are terrific and there is nothing "motel" about the cleanliness. The bathroom, my "big" thing with any place to stay over night, is spotless and sparkling. I don't care how "old" or "new" things are or whether there are fluorescent lights. If the bathroom looks operating-room-spotless and shiny clean under those unforgiving lights, who cares? Bring your own candle for "mood" lighting! HOT water in the bath, PERFECT! This is a family motel and earlier in the evening, kids ran by playing and yelling and being kids. However, by 10pm, everyone was in their rooms and it was quiet for sleeping with the windows open, which was awesome! The beds were totally comfortable. Our room had chairs on wheels, which made it super easy to move them to watch the Bruins (in the Eastern conference when we were there just recently). They were comfortable and the foot stool, that fits under one of the chairs, was an added bonus! The round table was nice for having breakfast the next a.m., which we could easily do in our room with the small coffee-maker/tea maker and fridge right in the room. Just for a comparison, years ago, we booked a room for our parents at Skaket and stayed in Wellfleet. Skaket cost less than where we stayed, and given that it was for our anniversary, we were surely bummed to see how NICE our parent's room at Skaket was compared to where we were in Wellfleet! Skaket has served our family well over the years. As for staff being "friendly" and "giving advice about where to eat, etc.," I think this stuff is somewhat in the eye of the beholder. I've stayed at inn's before where it was "try this place" and "then there is this other restaurant" and blah blah blah. I just want my room key, and to pay or confirm the payment and be on my own. I think this is all "preference" of the person. Then again, we've been going to the Cape, Orleans, in particular, since each of us were kids. I LIKE a pleasant yet quick exchange of only necessary information and to be on my way. I'm not looking for a 1/2 hour conversation. There are booklets galore in the lobby and also across the street at the super market, so do your "restaurant" shopping on your own. If you want pleasant yet not talkative front desk personnel, and the cleanest room that is totally comfortable and user-friendly, then Skaket is for you! read more

Nice Cape Cod motel convenient to everything we were doing in and around Orleans. Excellent rates and nice owners who have obviously spent a great deal of attention to nice details in the rooms that made our stay pleasant. Our room consisted of a bedroom with mini fridge, TV with cable, WIFI, small kitchenette with coffee maker, hotplate & microwave and REAL dishes. Spotless bathroom that looked new, and we had a back door with a deck & patio furniture. This is best value we've ever gotten on a hotel or motel room anywhere. read more

Immaculate living area, with all the comforts of home. Convenient location, near stores & Nauset Beach. Owners friendly & go out of their way to help. Loved our stay & will definitely return! read more

We used to come here 15 years ago and we appreciated the cleanliness, price point and the friendly vibe back then. We recently took a trip down memory lane and revisited with our now grown children. We were delighted to find that the motel still has the same fine qualities under the new ownership. The Skaket Beach Motel sparkles with the care and commitment of the ownership and staff. We had a great two night stay and were allowed to extend our stay until 1:00 p.m. despite the 11:00 a.m. checkout time so that we could go for a last dip in the pool, thanks to the gracious owners. Proximity to Skaket and Nauset Beaches, great restaurants and all at the mid-point of the Cape makes the motel ideally sited for maximum convenience, no matter where you want to explore. Highly recommended!! read more

Great location, clean and neat and an amazing value for a superior location. We booked last minute (after the season) and got a great deal and we were pleasantly surprised by how nice and comfortable this motel was. The folks who greeted us were lovely and helpful. We usually stay in a house when on Cape Cod and have actually never stayed in a hotel or motel on the Cape, but when our house plans fell through at the last minute I went searching for a place to stay and came across this Motel. It was a great choice. They have a nice pool and it seemed a lot of kids were there so great for families and close to the beach read more

Just an amazingly clean place with great owners. They have muffins and coffee ready every morning. They really made our stay amazing and they let me extend the trip one day. It was like home for a week, the cleaning staff always had the room immaculate. Their location is very good too..besides for that they have laundry, ice, a grill and pool on site, what more could you ask for? read more

This was my second visit to Skaket Beach and I would go back again! The owners are very pleasant and accommodating. The rooms were clean and the shower was wonderful. Plenty of hot water and great pressure. The Motel is very centrally located so easy to explore many places on the Cape. Excellent restaurants close by and great rail to trail biking trail access. Continental breakfast provided with homemade muffins ( excellent). read more

Here's the deal Americans: it's not fancy. It's a motel, on a highway basically, With the CVS and a supermarket across the street in a strip mall. We stayed here because it was the only choice as we booked our trip last minute. I was pleasantly surprised that $150 A night they gave you a pool.', homemade muffins coffee and cereals, with a very clean room, five minutes to the nearest beach, 15 minutes to Chatham which has an amazing downtown and beautiful places to visit, and also with very nice affluent educated people from all over the world. I would suggest buying some food charcoal lawn games board games settling in and enjoying it and taking many trips. If you are on a budget this place is fantastic! Our room has a private small back deck (think 1-2 chairs) in which to read. We had room #44 upstairs but if we came back I would take the room below and make the most of the cape cod motel experience. Love the managers/owners-very accommodating! Also met the nicest families-thanks for the scarf tying tutorials!! read more

Had a wonderful time on the Cape with my husband! The Skaket is a welcoming, spacious, exceedingly clean and reasonably priced motel!! The hosts are friendly locals that have knowledge helpful to any traveler. I highly recommend this classic Cape motel. We look forward to our next visit! read more

Having been born and raised on the S. Shore I was in desperate need to come home. We took the 1 bedroom apt. on the second floor. I was impressed with the size of the space, and the convenience of it's location. I would return in a heart beat! read more

This is a wonderful motel with a friendly staff and great location. Close to restaurants, the national seashore and the beautiful Skaket Beach sunsets. The rooms were very clean and updated, bathroom very clean and remodeled, the staff friendly and the continental breakfast tasty and adequate - coffee, tea, toast, cereal, juice and homemade blueberry and cranberry muffins. We would definitely stay there again. read more

Excellent value! Basic, comfortable, clean, quiet motel with great rates. Dog-friendly. Spacious rooms. Very clean bathroom! We stayed for two nights with our black lab mix for less than $100/night. Friendly motel owners. The location suited us well - there's a wonderful coffee shop & cafe called Sunbird nearby, and it's convenient for excursions to Provincetown and Chatham. I would definitely stay here again, especially given the affordable rates and cleanliness. read more

Basic but comfy motel. Stayed for Labor Day weekend and had a room in the very back of the compound. The room was a bit dark, but if we left the front door open during the daytime, we had access to a nicely wooded area and some benches. Importantly, this motel was very welcoming of our French bulldog, who also had a great stay. Breakfast comes with good enough coffee and a spread of tasty muffins. I don't personally like carpeted hotels, but the nice staff and outdoor area really helps make this location a pleasure to visit. read more

A great place to stay for a weekend. There is nothing over the top or fancy about this hotel. But the rooms are nicely done and everything is very CLEAN. I would go back read more

A very clean and great location to stay on the cape. The owners are very warm and welcoming.

I thought this was a great little motel. No-frills, but our room did have a little back exit which opened up to a small patio with trees and flowers. The family running the place was really sweet and had fresh muffins in the morning. Convenient for a night or two stay on the Cape. read more

Wow. I guess the staff is great when you don't need anything... Not only was the bathroom lighting flourescent, ours flickered the whole time, a problem which did not get solved until we disconnected the bulb ourselves. The staff seemed to be kind of rude overall. Some of them may have been distant because they didn't speak English, but when I walk in to check out, I don't want to be greeted with "YOU PAY NOW". Even at the most economical of motels, most hotel desk staff at least ask me how my stay was. I guess they already knew & were afraid to ask. read more

We made our reservations in June through Expedia. After arriving at 8:00 PM, we discovered the room with two double beds we reserved and paid for turned out to be a double and twin bed. After we discovered this, the owner was rude, could care less, and did nothing to try and rectify the situation. We were expecting a friendly Cape Cod Inn Keeper with good business sense, willing to fix this problem to keep the customer happy. Instead we got an inconsiderate pompous owner will never get our business again who doesn't deserve own this quaint motel. As a result, we demanded our money back, found another accommodation, but have yet to see our credit card credited. I would never recommend this motel to anyone! read more

Stayed here for the first time. Had a first floor unit, 2 queen beds with table and two chairs, flat screen tv, small coffee maker with coffee and mugs provided, microwave and thick towels in the bathroom with shampoo, conditioner and liquid soap. The beds were very comfortable and they offered very nice extra blankets if needed. Although the room was pleasantly clean, it needs a new rug and definitely smelled mildew-ey. The air conditioner gets very cold, but if lowered slightly the room got warm so good thing for extra blankets! I did hear the people in the next room talking while laying in bed at night so the walls are thin, but I did not hear highway noise. They offer a continental breakfast with warm home made muffins (very small), cereal and coffee and tea. The coffee is not that good, but hey its free. The proprietors were very friendly, but I did not like how the woman hovered in the doorway to the kitchen near the food setup watching as we picked food items for breakfast. It was intimidating. There wasn't a lot to pick from. It was basically to hold us over until we went for breakfast, nothing to fill you up for sure. Along with the strip mall across the street, there is a Farm League Baseball Team that plays several nights a week further down the street. Skaket Beach is about 5 miles away. There were seals in view but the Lifeguards kept a good watch for sharks. The pool was clean, but we didn't use it. I would stay here again. read more

Very pleased with our stay here. The motel is easy to get to (right off the highway) and well-located - only a few miles to Nauset and Skaket Beaches. I'd also recommend going to the Cape Cod National Seashore, especially Coast Guard Beach. We stayed in a standard room with a queen bed, but there was a "bonus" twin bed in there as well. The room was super-clean (I have high standards!) and very comfortable - plenty of towels, and the bedding was new. The owners, Hemant and Daxa Patel, are very nice. Daxa continues the tradition of making homemade muffins, cereal, and coffee available to guests in the mornings from 8-10 am. The lobby is small but pleasant and has plenty of maps and brochures that are helpful & informative. The grounds are quite nice, and hydrangeas and roses were blooming when we were there in late June. Shaw's and CVS are right across the street, and several restaurants are in walking distance - Hearth 'n Kettle (great breakfast), Abba's, and Old Jailhouse Tavern. So many stores and other restaurants are a quick drive up Route 6A, so it couldn't be easier to navigate the area. A bit of feedback about two minor things - the walls are very thin, and we could hear the family talking loudly next to us. Once we turned on the AC, it was fine. Also, the tv was oddly located - usually it is set opposite the bed, but in our room it was against a wall. However, there was a small seating area (two chairs and a table) which faced the tv. Overall, a great experience - we will definitely return! read more