We will go back again and again
Step back to the classic time of the 1940's - 50's family vacation by automobile. The Marina Motel is a nicely maintained family owned business still in the founder's family hands. The current owners have preserved the wonderful look of the period while providing modern accommodations. When was the last time you went to a motel and you got a private garage with a garage door that closed? The massive flowers in the courtyard are an exceptional part of the experience. 
We recommend that you reserve a courtyard room. The street rooms are larger, but can be noisy if you do not want to keep your windows shut, for some that may not be a problem, but for your first visit, treat yourself to a courtyard room and decide for yourself. 
We surprised ourselves by cooking breakfasts and a couple of dinners in our little kitchen which we found more than adequate. And, it is an easy walk to high end grocery with lots of prepped entrees. 
The Motel is nicely dog friendly too. Our lab was happy with the special dog walking area right off the courtyard so we did not have to go out onto the sidewalks next to the street where there is virtually no grass. 
It is easy to think of our grandparents having stayed here. It felt very special step back; it is the kind of place you would expect to find Lucy and Ricky staying next door.