We stayed at Scarritt Bennet because we couldn't get a room anywhere downtown, found out later it was because the Stones were in town. Anyway, it turned out to be a blessing in disguise because we would have never stayed here otherwise and it was a nice alternative to the typical hotel experience. The price can't be beat, but you have to know that there are absolutely no amenities-no hotel bar or restaurant, no pool, no housekeeping. The rooms are like dorm rooms, but they are very clean. Here's what I liked about our stay: 1. the grounds are beautiful. we walked the "campus", sat outside on benches, had a hot chicken picnic lunch one day, admired and appreciated the architecture of the great halls. 2. it's not so far from Broadway, a $4 all-day bus pass gets you there in 20 minutes and the bus stop is a short walk from Scarritt Bennet. My car sat in the free SBC lot the whole weekend. 3. lots of great restaurants within walking distance from our hall. 4. I really liked the keyless entry locks on the main entrance and the rooms. All in all, it was a great stay and I wouldn't hesitate to skip all hotel amenities to stay there again!