Our pick
Royal Harbour Resort
Thornbury, CA
★ 3-star8.2/10679 reviews
1.0 km (0.63 mi) from original
English
Penny's Motel vs Similar Hotels
Compare similar hotels across guest insights, rooms, location, amenities, value, nearby attractions and suitability to understand the trade-offs before you choose.
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✓Why it stands out
Location
9.0Consistently praised for its beautiful views and proximity to town.
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Key differences
Rooms
Penny's Motel9.3
Royal Harbour Resort7.5
Cleanliness
Penny's Motel9.4
Royal Harbour Resort7.5
Service
Penny's Motel9.8
Royal Harbour Resort9.0
Food & Breakfast
Penny's Motel9.4
Royal Harbour Resort8.0
Amenities & Facilities
Penny's Motel9.4
Royal Harbour Resort8.0
Value
Penny's Motel9.3
Royal Harbour Resort8.0
Penny's Motel amenity advantages
RestaurantRoom serviceConcierge servicePets allowed
Royal Harbour Resort amenity advantages
Fitness centerSwimming poolSaunaHot tub/JacuzziLaundry
Detailed comparison
Guest score
Penny's Motel
9.5/10Royal Harbour Resort
8.2/10Rooms
Penny's Motel
9.3Rooms were beautiful and comfortable with special touches.
Royal Harbour Resort
7.5Mixed reviews; spacious but many units are dated and in need of maintenance.
Cleanliness
Penny's Motel
9.4The bedroom is very clean, and everything was well renovated.
Royal Harbour Resort
7.5Multiple mentions of dated accommodations and cleanliness issues.
Location
Penny's Motel
9.4Conveniently located close to attractions, although not always walkable.
Royal Harbour Resort
9.0Consistently praised for its beautiful views and proximity to town.
Service
Penny's Motel
9.8Staff were extremely friendly and helpful throughout the stay.
Royal Harbour Resort
9.0Staff was friendly and accommodating throughout multiple reviews.
Sleep & Noise
Penny's Motel
—Royal Harbour Resort
—Food & Breakfast
Penny's Motel
9.4Food at the restaurant was fantastic, and drinks were well liked.
Royal Harbour Resort
8.0No breakfast provided; expectations were moderate.
Amenities & Facilities
Penny's Motel
9.4Heated floors, campfire, and free bikes were appreciated.
Royal Harbour Resort
8.0Kitchenette was a positive, though some amenities needed replacement.
Value
Penny's Motel
9.3Great value considering the quality and service provided.
Royal Harbour Resort
8.0Considered reasonable given the location, but some issues raised.
Landmarks
Penny's Motel
Bayview ParkRoyal Harbour Resort
The fishway