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127,566,301 | 4CADD50D76D6E8EDC77EB0AFD58A4F99 | Friendly and comfortable stay | This hotel was very clean and comfortable. All the necessities of home were available. The owners were so friendly and were willing to do anything to make our stay a pleasant one. The hotel is very conveniently located to downtown Phoenix and all the major highways. We will definitely stay there again. Every time we saw the sign from the car we felt like we were coming home. Thank you Dan and your wife for a great stay. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-04-09T00:00:00 | 1 | Friendly and comfortable stay
This hotel was very clean and comfortable. All the necessities of home were available. The owners were so friendly and were willing to do anything to make our stay a pleasant one. The hotel is very conveniently located to downtown Phoenix and all the major highways. We will definitely stay there again. Every time we saw the sign from the car we felt like we were coming home. Thank you Dan and your wife for a great stay. | 453 | __label__en |
130,859,759 | 68BD09408FD02AAF64F4A9208EA0E1EE | Good solid hotel | Typical Drury in many ways. Good rooms, excellent breakfast, friendly staff. You know what you're getting. Best surprises are no surprises. Very happy with our three night stay. | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-05-29T00:00:00 | 1 | Good solid hotel
Typical Drury in many ways. Good rooms, excellent breakfast, friendly staff. You know what you're getting. Best surprises are no surprises. Very happy with our three night stay. | 194 | __label__en |
124,261,408 | A4B8572B6CD5E6AD5F504A969E0DECE8 | Very nice | No problem with this hotel. We did get a room next to the utility/storage room that made us think someone was trying to get into our room each morning but have no issues. The staff was very friendly and helpful and the hotel was clean. Within walking distance to the "not so exciting" shopping mall. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-02-07T00:00:00 | 1 | Very nice
No problem with this hotel. We did get a room next to the utility/storage room that made us think someone was trying to get into our room each morning but have no issues. The staff was very friendly and helpful and the hotel was clean. Within walking distance to the "not so exciting" shopping mall. | 309 | __label__en |
133,746,572 | 27A5517728CCC7EEBEB742B662F21D59 | Wonderful for our needs | Traveling with my 11yo son. We went to the children's museum during the day and needed overnight accommodations. We booked via priceline auction and our bid of $60 was accepted. Front desk check-in was quick and friendly. We asked for a room by the pool and received a room right in the middle of the hotel, next to the pool. Perfect for us. Noise was a bit loud -- pool was crowded, but it closed right at 10pm and we were in it ourselves from 8:30-9:30 so it wasn't an issue for us. The spa had quite a bit to be desired, looked very dated. (the main reason that I gave this hotel a ranking of 4 instead 5) We did not hear the trains at all. I liked the uniqueness of the hotel. Wish I would have walked around a bit before we checked in, to see what the train cars were actually like. (they are on the 2nd floor). I would have probably asked to stay in one of those, however with the priceline bid not sure if that was an option or not. Lots of restaurant options within walking distance. Parking is not included and a bit pricey. However we found on street parking and did that. Room was very spacious (except for the bathroom), beds were comfy and room was clean. Free internet in the rooms as well. Also, breakfast is not included at this hotel. I would recommend staying at this hotel. | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-07-08T00:00:00 | 1 | Wonderful for our needs
Traveling with my 11yo son. We went to the children's museum during the day and needed overnight accommodations. We booked via priceline auction and our bid of $60 was accepted. Front desk check-in was quick and friendly. We asked for a room by the pool and received a room right in the middle of the hotel, next to the pool. Perfect for us. Noise was a bit loud -- pool was crowded, but it closed right at 10pm and we were in it ourselves from 8:30-9:30 so it wasn't an issue for us. The spa had quite a bit to be desired, looked very dated. (the main reason that I gave this hotel a ranking of 4 instead 5) We did not hear the trains at all. I liked the uniqueness of the hotel. Wish I would have walked around a bit before we checked in, to see what the train cars were actually like. (they are on the 2nd floor). I would have probably asked to stay in one of those, however with the priceline bid not sure if that was an option or not. Lots of restaurant options within walking distance. Parking is not included and a bit pricey. However we found on street parking and did that. Room was very spacious (except for the bathroom), beds were comfy and room was clean. Free internet in the rooms as well. Also, breakfast is not included at this hotel. I would recommend staying at this hotel. | 1,316 | __label__en |
132,664,259 | CB708D9AF0D6BCF2C5928CBBB3F92980 | Not exactly at Times Square | We booked this hotel as we were not getting anything near times square at a cheaper price. However, even this does not come cheap (over $300/ day). The hotel had small rooms and is two blocks away from the "Action" (Times Square). The Service was ok. Yes there was one advantage, they gave us free calling to any # in the US. | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-06-24T00:00:00 | 1 | Not exactly at Times Square
We booked this hotel as we were not getting anything near times square at a cheaper price. However, even this does not come cheap (over $300/ day). The hotel had small rooms and is two blocks away from the "Action" (Times Square). The Service was ok. Yes there was one advantage, they gave us free calling to any # in the US. | 353 | __label__en |
128,025,031 | 673FDFEC06DAE29ED3FA48536445C5D1 | Celebrated Wedding Anniversary with a weekend get-a-way in Chicago | This hotel was a great location for our weekend holiday in Chicago. The room was very nice; roomy, quiet, comfortable with amenities (frig, microwave, coffeemaker). Large shower. Service was great with very friendly staff with a personal touch which included an anniversary card from the breakfast staff. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-04-16T00:00:00 | 1 | Celebrated Wedding Anniversary with a weekend get-a-way in Chicago
This hotel was a great location for our weekend holiday in Chicago. The room was very nice; roomy, quiet, comfortable with amenities (frig, microwave, coffeemaker). Large shower. Service was great with very friendly staff with a personal touch which included an anniversary card from the breakfast staff. | 371 | __label__en |
133,779,561 | 366EB7A729B10435ED5D476611951525 | One of the best hotels we have ever stayed at. | We recently spent our 4th of July vacation week in the San Antonio, Texas area. We are members of Choice Priveleges Rewards and try to stay at their hotels before choosing any other hotel because their hotels are top notch. But up until we stayed at the Comfort Suites Alamo/Riverwalk, we were satisfied but not overwhelmed until we stayed at this hotel with the level of excellence it provided. Their entire staff, front desk, cleaning personnel, breakfast staff and drivers to the Riverwalk all went above and beyond what any other hotel staff has ever supplied us with during our stays. Especially the woman that runs the breakfast and wine tasting events in the afternoons. What a gem they have in her! We had all of our needs met and exceeded. The hotel itself was up to date and immaculate. The pool area was small but welcoming. The suite we had was like being in a small apartment complete with microwave, refrigerator and the works. Every day when we arrived back to our room, it was cleaned to our expectations. We would love to have every hotel we stay at be as wonderful as this one. It is a standard that all hotels and their staff should try to achieve. Sincerely and Gratiously, Frank and Cindy Wimmer, Lincoln, NE. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-07-08T00:00:00 | 1 | One of the best hotels we have ever stayed at.
We recently spent our 4th of July vacation week in the San Antonio, Texas area. We are members of Choice Priveleges Rewards and try to stay at their hotels before choosing any other hotel because their hotels are top notch. But up until we stayed at the Comfort Suites Alamo/Riverwalk, we were satisfied but not overwhelmed until we stayed at this hotel with the level of excellence it provided. Their entire staff, front desk, cleaning personnel, breakfast staff and drivers to the Riverwalk all went above and beyond what any other hotel staff has ever supplied us with during our stays. Especially the woman that runs the breakfast and wine tasting events in the afternoons. What a gem they have in her! We had all of our needs met and exceeded. The hotel itself was up to date and immaculate. The pool area was small but welcoming. The suite we had was like being in a small apartment complete with microwave, refrigerator and the works. Every day when we arrived back to our room, it was cleaned to our expectations. We would love to have every hotel we stay at be as wonderful as this one. It is a standard that all hotels and their staff should try to achieve. Sincerely and Gratiously, Frank and Cindy Wimmer, Lincoln, NE. | 1,277 | __label__en |
126,187,757 | CF0F0DE1839D5DEA28C0D862124D26A4 | Great service and good view | this was my first time staying at the Long Wharf and they were fantastic. Checkin was a bit slow but the door man and everyone there was very helpful. When I asked for a roll-a-way and extra pillows it was no more than 3 min to have it added to my room. The entire staff was very nice and while the lift was out of service and we had a stroller they showed us to the back service lift and made life much easier. | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-03-16T00:00:00 | 1 | Great service and good view
this was my first time staying at the Long Wharf and they were fantastic. Checkin was a bit slow but the door man and everyone there was very helpful. When I asked for a roll-a-way and extra pillows it was no more than 3 min to have it added to my room. The entire staff was very nice and while the lift was out of service and we had a stroller they showed us to the back service lift and made life much easier. | 439 | __label__en |
147,730,726 | 6C0F1E92F94BC4FB42E8FF8B5B18C22A | WiFi issues | After spending 40 minutes on the phone with their remote support team.... I was told it was our laptops that have the issue. I asked to switch rooms and had no trouble connecting in the new room.
Day 2, our laptops and our cell phones... once again cannot connect.
If you are planning to do business from the hotel, I would not count on their connections. Unless you would like to work from the lobby for the day. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2,012 | 2012-12-19T00:00:00 | 1 | WiFi issues
After spending 40 minutes on the phone with their remote support team.... I was told it was our laptops that have the issue. I asked to switch rooms and had no trouble connecting in the new room.
Day 2, our laptops and our cell phones... once again cannot connect.
If you are planning to do business from the hotel, I would not count on their connections. Unless you would like to work from the lobby for the day. | 427 | __label__en |
144,868,514 | B3C25041286C2AED7EB158F783CC4D63 | good location to downtown and you do not need a car. | the hotel is actually very nice and in a great location for downtown. downtown is quite crowded and close together, so you actually wont need a car in san fran as trams and buses make it easy to get around. we hired a car and it is $35 for small cars and $45 for large cars to park in their overnight valet, or if you are going out eary enough, park in the Ellis and O'Farrell parking garage it woks out cheaper. downtown has a lot of homeless people so please be prepared for that. i wasnt!! but the hotel its self is very nice, and apart from an incident. if i was ever to go back to San Fran (which i wont) i would stay here again. | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-11-07T00:00:00 | 1 | good location to downtown and you do not need a car.
the hotel is actually very nice and in a great location for downtown. downtown is quite crowded and close together, so you actually wont need a car in san fran as trams and buses make it easy to get around. we hired a car and it is $35 for small cars and $45 for large cars to park in their overnight valet, or if you are going out eary enough, park in the Ellis and O'Farrell parking garage it woks out cheaper. downtown has a lot of homeless people so please be prepared for that. i wasnt!! but the hotel its self is very nice, and apart from an incident. if i was ever to go back to San Fran (which i wont) i would stay here again. | 687 | __label__en |
130,047,271 | 7BD01E9C1093732FAF91F7E2C30704A4 | Weak excuse for a 4 Star Hotel | This hotel is typical of why I've started to avoid Marriott hotels. I wasn't expecting the Ritz, but this place is pretty shabby. First, the good -- The Lobby is quite nice, as is the bar and restaurant. It looks like they've spent some money there recently. The rooms however are dingy, not particularly clean, and are your typical cheesy made-for-hotel furniture and fake headboards bolted to the wall type rooms. Bathrooms are tiny, with old crusty fixtures and a "bathfitter" type liner over the tub. There was no hot water in my room. Yippie for a cold shower before work. There was a lot of dust on everything, like it hadn't been cleaned in awhile, and there was a used bar of soap in my shower with hair on it - gross. Rooms are quite small, but to be expected for a big city. I can't believe this place is the same price as the Fairmont and Hotel Monaco, what a joke. | 2 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 2,012 | 2012-05-16T00:00:00 | 1 | Weak excuse for a 4 Star Hotel
This hotel is typical of why I've started to avoid Marriott hotels. I wasn't expecting the Ritz, but this place is pretty shabby. First, the good -- The Lobby is quite nice, as is the bar and restaurant. It looks like they've spent some money there recently. The rooms however are dingy, not particularly clean, and are your typical cheesy made-for-hotel furniture and fake headboards bolted to the wall type rooms. Bathrooms are tiny, with old crusty fixtures and a "bathfitter" type liner over the tub. There was no hot water in my room. Yippie for a cold shower before work. There was a lot of dust on everything, like it hadn't been cleaned in awhile, and there was a used bar of soap in my shower with hair on it - gross. Rooms are quite small, but to be expected for a big city. I can't believe this place is the same price as the Fairmont and Hotel Monaco, what a joke. | 907 | __label__en |
131,635,182 | 627564D436515ACBF8823FB4875F4089 | Good location | Stayed here over Memorial Day weekend for Rolling Thunder. They did allow me to park motorcycle in front of building which was nice, although still $43 a night! Very nice hotel, renovated room and bathroom but no fridge in room. Front desk staff was very friendly and remembered my name 3 days after check-in! Tony and Josh are two of the best bartenders in town!!! DO NOT miss them!!! | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-06-09T00:00:00 | 1 | Good location
Stayed here over Memorial Day weekend for Rolling Thunder. They did allow me to park motorcycle in front of building which was nice, although still $43 a night! Very nice hotel, renovated room and bathroom but no fridge in room. Front desk staff was very friendly and remembered my name 3 days after check-in! Tony and Josh are two of the best bartenders in town!!! DO NOT miss them!!! | 399 | __label__en |
142,164,785 | BED62EF6490EB17BD3AF4AA5F0C90177 | Hotel and staff are excellent! | My experience while staying at the W San Diego is unmatched. The hotel is beautiful and the staff treat you as family. I have to also say that the bartenders at the rooftop bar are great. Chris S. was especially great. He was incredibly friendly and was able to give us many great suggestions about things to do around town. I highly recommend the W San Diego. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-10-06T00:00:00 | 1 | Hotel and staff are excellent!
My experience while staying at the W San Diego is unmatched. The hotel is beautiful and the staff treat you as family. I have to also say that the bartenders at the rooftop bar are great. Chris S. was especially great. He was incredibly friendly and was able to give us many great suggestions about things to do around town. I highly recommend the W San Diego. | 391 | __label__en |
147,560,865 | C3593D519C0A5AFAEB8D76D57CFC0290 | GREAT Staff, Comfortable Stay! | I had the privilege of staying here two weeks in a row when I had to travel to NYC on business. Yes, you do hear the traffic/noise on Canal St., but that was a small price to pay for the fantastic staff, spotless accommodation and great location! I found my rooms (603 and 406) comfortable and cozy. I made a special request to have a room with a closet for both stays and my request was readily accommodated. If you can get over the fact that the hotel is located on a busy street, you will not regret your decision to stay at the Tribeca Blu! | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-12-16T00:00:00 | 1 | GREAT Staff, Comfortable Stay!
I had the privilege of staying here two weeks in a row when I had to travel to NYC on business. Yes, you do hear the traffic/noise on Canal St., but that was a small price to pay for the fantastic staff, spotless accommodation and great location! I found my rooms (603 and 406) comfortable and cozy. I made a special request to have a room with a closet for both stays and my request was readily accommodated. If you can get over the fact that the hotel is located on a busy street, you will not regret your decision to stay at the Tribeca Blu! | 575 | __label__en |
126,747,490 | F9585DBB689113FEE7CF04105D8DFD55 | Classic Elegance on the Water | Bottom line up front: I enjoyed my time at the hotel and would definitely stay there again.
My husband and I stayed here for a wedding in March '12 and were very pleased with the accommodations and friendliness/helpfulness of the staff. The hotel itself is very elegant and caters to higher end travelers, which is evident from the second you arrive to be greeted by their doormen, bellhops and front desk service, which was outstanding. The concierge was very helpful, even in finding a salon close by for my husband to get an emergency hair cut Saturday morning of the wedding! The parking rates are a bit steep but if you fly into Logan, there really isn’t a reason to rent a car in Boston- everything is accessible by foot, taxi or the “T.” This hotel is situated within walking distance of Boston’s North End- the Italian district- which is home to some of the city’s most fabulous cafes and restaurants. However, I did order a lunch and breakfast from room service while staying the weekend and the food was fabulous. Probably the best tasting and best presented in-room breakfast experience I’ve had and the phone service to order was very courteous. When I called at peak times, they did not keep me on hold, called me back immediately, and also gave a exact time the food would be at my door. The fitness facility at the hotel is complimentary to all guests (becoming a rarity now a days at high end spa/fitness facilities) and was relatively well sized, well equipped with new machines, free weights and cardio equipment. I did not use the pool but the locker rooms were very clean and had plenty of space.
As for the room itself, there were a few things here and there that could have used a touch up (corner molding and wallpaper was cracked/worn in a few locations) but overall, it was very pleasant. We had a city-view room on the top floor and the layout of the room was a “U” shape which seemed a bit odd at first but turns out to work well providing a nice separate dining/desk area but that is not good if you plan on watching TV while eating or working at the desk. The closet and draw space was sufficient for even a week’s stay. The bathroom was a bit on the small side- I always prefer to have more space between the door swing and the toilet- but it was nicely decorated. I would say the only disappointment was the shower head, it was “efficient” but I love a good hot shower with LOTS of water when I’m travelling. I hate to say it but I think the Westin hotel chain still has the best shower heads. The maid service was spectacular and she was very nice at bringing extra towels and filling the ice bucket (no machines) even though we didn’t want a full turn down service one night. The next night when we got back to the room, the turn down was done well, ice filled and water bottles left behind as well as the slippers by the bed.
If you are looking at this hotel for a wedding, I’d highly recommend it for the reception from a guest’s point of view. I thought the venue was beautiful overlooking the harbor and the service was again, spectacular. The food was good and the portions were huge but I had filled up on so many of the delicious hand passed apps during cocktail hour. In looking at the bride’s photos taken at the hotel, it was also a beautiful outdoor venue for pictures before the reception if you like water scenery. | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-03-27T00:00:00 | 1 | Classic Elegance on the Water
Bottom line up front: I enjoyed my time at the hotel and would definitely stay there again.
My husband and I stayed here for a wedding in March '12 and were very pleased with the accommodations and friendliness/helpfulness of the staff. The hotel itself is very elegant and caters to higher end travelers, which is evident from the second you arrive to be greeted by their doormen, bellhops and front desk service, which was outstanding. The concierge was very helpful, even in finding a salon close by for my husband to get an emergency hair cut Saturday morning of the wedding! The parking rates are a bit steep but if you fly into Logan, there really isn’t a reason to rent a car in Boston- everything is accessible by foot, taxi or the “T.” This hotel is situated within walking distance of Boston’s North End- the Italian district- which is home to some of the city’s most fabulous cafes and restaurants. However, I did order a lunch and breakfast from room service while staying the weekend and the food was fabulous. Probably the best tasting and best presented in-room breakfast experience I’ve had and the phone service to order was very courteous. When I called at peak times, they did not keep me on hold, called me back immediately, and also gave a exact time the food would be at my door. The fitness facility at the hotel is complimentary to all guests (becoming a rarity now a days at high end spa/fitness facilities) and was relatively well sized, well equipped with new machines, free weights and cardio equipment. I did not use the pool but the locker rooms were very clean and had plenty of space.
As for the room itself, there were a few things here and there that could have used a touch up (corner molding and wallpaper was cracked/worn in a few locations) but overall, it was very pleasant. We had a city-view room on the top floor and the layout of the room was a “U” shape which seemed a bit odd at first but turns out to work well providing a nice separate dining/desk area but that is not good if you plan on watching TV while eating or working at the desk. The closet and draw space was sufficient for even a week’s stay. The bathroom was a bit on the small side- I always prefer to have more space between the door swing and the toilet- but it was nicely decorated. I would say the only disappointment was the shower head, it was “efficient” but I love a good hot shower with LOTS of water when I’m travelling. I hate to say it but I think the Westin hotel chain still has the best shower heads. The maid service was spectacular and she was very nice at bringing extra towels and filling the ice bucket (no machines) even though we didn’t want a full turn down service one night. The next night when we got back to the room, the turn down was done well, ice filled and water bottles left behind as well as the slippers by the bed.
If you are looking at this hotel for a wedding, I’d highly recommend it for the reception from a guest’s point of view. I thought the venue was beautiful overlooking the harbor and the service was again, spectacular. The food was good and the portions were huge but I had filled up on so many of the delicious hand passed apps during cocktail hour. In looking at the bride’s photos taken at the hotel, it was also a beautiful outdoor venue for pictures before the reception if you like water scenery. | 3,393 | __label__en |
130,417,510 | CCFB1C42B67B32E7ED304A25127F1574 | Great Hotel | My stay at the Homewood suites was pleasant. The front desk service was great always friendly and accommodating. The hotel floor plan in the suite includes two flat screen TV's, desk, living, dining area and fold out bed. It was like a home away from home. The complimentary breakfast is nice as well. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-05-22T00:00:00 | 1 | Great Hotel
My stay at the Homewood suites was pleasant. The front desk service was great always friendly and accommodating. The hotel floor plan in the suite includes two flat screen TV's, desk, living, dining area and fold out bed. It was like a home away from home. The complimentary breakfast is nice as well. | 313 | __label__en |
139,937,790 | 8E9FC421BD2DBDF487941B2C51E9447D | Disappointed-This stay | We visit Baltimore once or twice a year. Usually we like this Holiday Inn but this stay was very disappointing. The check in process was awful. Room readiness was delayed due to what appeared to be an inefficient housekeeping staff. I'm a Priority Club member and had expected an early check in but was advised at the desk that guaranteed check in was 4pm and because they were sold out the night before there were no exceptions. The manager was visibly absent. After seeing the staff delay check in to several groups of people near 4pm but allow some small groups to check in, my husband asked if there was anything else available and when he requested a manager, we were finally offered a room in the West Wing. The room itself was ok and it was quiet but the amenities (toilet paper, soap etc) were scarce. The bathroom door hit the toilet bowl n opening or closing it unless the seat was up. The next day, Sunday, I had a 5K race early in the morning. We left at 6:30am and came back at 10am. The room wasn't clean but we understood as we were back early. We saw the maid's cart down the hall so we showered changed and left the room at 11am and would be gone a couple of hours so figured that would allow them time to clean. Upon leaving I saw the cart was in the same place, the maid looked up and we assumed it was to see if we were leaving the room so she could clean it but when we returned at 3:00pm the room was still not clean and the maid's cart was in front of the room across from us. We tried finding someone to empty the garbage can but nobody was around. When we left for dinner a couple of hours later there were no carts around that we could see. We left and re-entered the hotel several times between Saturday and Sunday. We noticed the hallways were filthly and that someone's room service tray was left outside the room two days in a row. The glass entry doors were streaked and smeared in the same place from Saturday to Monday when we left. We did not like the breakfast buffet or dinner at the restaurant the last time we stayed here so skipped it this year and ate lunch and dinner elsewhere which was a much better choice for us. We love the coffee at the coffee shop. As far as staying at this Holiday Inn again, I may have to think twice but we were definitely disappointed this time. | 3 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 2,012 | 2012-09-10T00:00:00 | 1 | Disappointed-This stay
We visit Baltimore once or twice a year. Usually we like this Holiday Inn but this stay was very disappointing. The check in process was awful. Room readiness was delayed due to what appeared to be an inefficient housekeeping staff. I'm a Priority Club member and had expected an early check in but was advised at the desk that guaranteed check in was 4pm and because they were sold out the night before there were no exceptions. The manager was visibly absent. After seeing the staff delay check in to several groups of people near 4pm but allow some small groups to check in, my husband asked if there was anything else available and when he requested a manager, we were finally offered a room in the West Wing. The room itself was ok and it was quiet but the amenities (toilet paper, soap etc) were scarce. The bathroom door hit the toilet bowl n opening or closing it unless the seat was up. The next day, Sunday, I had a 5K race early in the morning. We left at 6:30am and came back at 10am. The room wasn't clean but we understood as we were back early. We saw the maid's cart down the hall so we showered changed and left the room at 11am and would be gone a couple of hours so figured that would allow them time to clean. Upon leaving I saw the cart was in the same place, the maid looked up and we assumed it was to see if we were leaving the room so she could clean it but when we returned at 3:00pm the room was still not clean and the maid's cart was in front of the room across from us. We tried finding someone to empty the garbage can but nobody was around. When we left for dinner a couple of hours later there were no carts around that we could see. We left and re-entered the hotel several times between Saturday and Sunday. We noticed the hallways were filthly and that someone's room service tray was left outside the room two days in a row. The glass entry doors were streaked and smeared in the same place from Saturday to Monday when we left. We did not like the breakfast buffet or dinner at the restaurant the last time we stayed here so skipped it this year and ate lunch and dinner elsewhere which was a much better choice for us. We love the coffee at the coffee shop. As far as staying at this Holiday Inn again, I may have to think twice but we were definitely disappointed this time. | 2,337 | __label__en |
142,853,207 | 807CC699CAAD358A7805543E3E8DE015 | Great hotel; great location | Very much enjoyed my stay at this beautiful hotel. It is located within walking distance for most most of the sites.Only issue - please please make wifi free in the rooms or at least in the public areas | 5 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-10-15T00:00:00 | 1 | Great hotel; great location
Very much enjoyed my stay at this beautiful hotel. It is located within walking distance for most most of the sites.Only issue - please please make wifi free in the rooms or at least in the public areas | 230 | __label__en |
146,244,544 | 377B43A8CA4607FAFC82FC604A16FA29 | KEEPING AUSTIN WEIRD BY NOT OFFERING A FREE BREAKFAST | We came to visit family in Austin for the Thanksgiving holiday and after the Formula 1 race. The lobby was still decorated with the Formula 1 stuff and we wish we would have been there for the festivities. The hotel sets up on a hill overlooking downtown and the airport is an ear shot away. The room was nice and the staff was friendly and helpful. The only true negative to this hotel is based on our recent travels. All the other hotels have furnished us with some type of free breakfast - most even included hot food. This hotel doesn't offer free breakfast and it was quite a surprise. I think that they are just keeping with the city motto - KEEP AUSTIN WEIRD. | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-11-26T00:00:00 | 1 | KEEPING AUSTIN WEIRD BY NOT OFFERING A FREE BREAKFAST
We came to visit family in Austin for the Thanksgiving holiday and after the Formula 1 race. The lobby was still decorated with the Formula 1 stuff and we wish we would have been there for the festivities. The hotel sets up on a hill overlooking downtown and the airport is an ear shot away. The room was nice and the staff was friendly and helpful. The only true negative to this hotel is based on our recent travels. All the other hotels have furnished us with some type of free breakfast - most even included hot food. This hotel doesn't offer free breakfast and it was quite a surprise. I think that they are just keeping with the city motto - KEEP AUSTIN WEIRD. | 720 | __label__en |
127,490,997 | EEF12421D2B12627A140914BAD04ACA7 | Great room/great value! | AnimeBoston 2012......we love this hotel!! The rooms are huge. The view is great. The upgrade for the use of the club lounge was so worth it! And the dinner included was wonderful! The Judd had a blast and the hotel had a very "safe" feel. We will be back!! | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-04-08T00:00:00 | 1 | Great room/great value!
AnimeBoston 2012......we love this hotel!! The rooms are huge. The view is great. The upgrade for the use of the club lounge was so worth it! And the dinner included was wonderful! The Judd had a blast and the hotel had a very "safe" feel. We will be back!! | 281 | __label__en |
132,607,380 | C07EA989CC5E528072B44F4C5599CB9A | Nice Hotel in NE Indianapolis | We spend one night here while passing through. It is located close to I465. Parking is free, beds are comfortable, and there are other restaurants nearby if you want to eat outside of the hotel. | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-06-23T00:00:00 | 1 | Nice Hotel in NE Indianapolis
We spend one night here while passing through. It is located close to I465. Parking is free, beds are comfortable, and there are other restaurants nearby if you want to eat outside of the hotel. | 224 | __label__en |
126,690,495 | 7A7C3D815E9FCCC027FBBF055CF03C00 | Good value, great location! | Very easy to get around - clean rooms, nice staff. Mostly good value, but they could charge less for parking ($45/day).... and there is WiFi in lobby but not in rooms! Very well located for touristy things (which we did). | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-03-26T00:00:00 | 1 | Good value, great location!
Very easy to get around - clean rooms, nice staff. Mostly good value, but they could charge less for parking ($45/day).... and there is WiFi in lobby but not in rooms! Very well located for touristy things (which we did). | 249 | __label__en |
140,551,807 | B5B04ABF39438EC459479845D9449726 | A restful LAX oasis with great service | I've stayed here twice...first before a long flight to Australia and the second when I came back. Living on the East Coast, I thought it would be a better plan to go a day early before my long, long, flight to Sydney and what better place than an Embassy Suites!? Planning my trip early, I followed & chatted them upon the Twitters & they were nicely responsive. Good sign!
The complimentary shuttle picked me up both times in under 20 min TIP: Find the RED hotel shuttle island outside & wait for the BLUE shuttle van. After tipping the nice driver who lugged my heavy suitcase, I was whisked away EARLY to the hotel. Both times they accommodated my early arrival and I got a room before the official check in. The first time I had to wait a little bit, so I grabbed a burger at the hotel restaurant. It was delish & definitely helped with the jet lag. Mmm meat.
On the return trip from Australia I arrived around 7am LA time (weird, 'cause I had left Sydney at 10am the SAME DAY - time zones freak me out!) They had only one room avail & I had to pay $20 extra because it was the hepa ultra clean room which all I could figure out meant that it had an air purifier in it. Either way, it was a great room to take a quick shower & much needed nap. Flat screen TV's with many channels to choose from was a plus..If only there was FREE Internet.
Of course both times I woke up in time to catch the Manager's Reception! (Australians were AGOG hearing about all the FREE perks an Embassy Suites offer!)
Manager's Reception: The happy hour was awesome! I tipped the hard-working but cheerful bar tender $5 straight away & got great pours whilst there. Nibbling munchies, sipping a cool chard, & reading from my iPad relaxed me greatly after so much packing, trudging, & flying, etc. On the second stay, I did order a room service small pizza & Caesar salad which was delivered fast, priced well, & yummy. (On that flight back from Australia I hadn't eaten since 4am, then took that much needed nap, had a couple free glasses of chard...so yeah...dinner was required!) Slept like a baby!
Breakfast: This is definitely where Embassy Suites shines! I grabbed a couple pancakes & asked the kind omelette chef for a few crispy slices of bacon - added a bowl of fruit, a big orange juice & coffee and I was ready to take the shuttle back to the airport & fly back east.
If you have a LONG flight to catch going out of LAX you couldn't find a better place to break your travel than the Embassy Suites North. If only they had a spa like the one in St. Charles, Mo it would be PERFECT! Every person I came into contact with on the property were friendly, accommodating, & helpful. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-09-17T00:00:00 | 1 | A restful LAX oasis with great service
I've stayed here twice...first before a long flight to Australia and the second when I came back. Living on the East Coast, I thought it would be a better plan to go a day early before my long, long, flight to Sydney and what better place than an Embassy Suites!? Planning my trip early, I followed & chatted them upon the Twitters & they were nicely responsive. Good sign!
The complimentary shuttle picked me up both times in under 20 min TIP: Find the RED hotel shuttle island outside & wait for the BLUE shuttle van. After tipping the nice driver who lugged my heavy suitcase, I was whisked away EARLY to the hotel. Both times they accommodated my early arrival and I got a room before the official check in. The first time I had to wait a little bit, so I grabbed a burger at the hotel restaurant. It was delish & definitely helped with the jet lag. Mmm meat.
On the return trip from Australia I arrived around 7am LA time (weird, 'cause I had left Sydney at 10am the SAME DAY - time zones freak me out!) They had only one room avail & I had to pay $20 extra because it was the hepa ultra clean room which all I could figure out meant that it had an air purifier in it. Either way, it was a great room to take a quick shower & much needed nap. Flat screen TV's with many channels to choose from was a plus..If only there was FREE Internet.
Of course both times I woke up in time to catch the Manager's Reception! (Australians were AGOG hearing about all the FREE perks an Embassy Suites offer!)
Manager's Reception: The happy hour was awesome! I tipped the hard-working but cheerful bar tender $5 straight away & got great pours whilst there. Nibbling munchies, sipping a cool chard, & reading from my iPad relaxed me greatly after so much packing, trudging, & flying, etc. On the second stay, I did order a room service small pizza & Caesar salad which was delivered fast, priced well, & yummy. (On that flight back from Australia I hadn't eaten since 4am, then took that much needed nap, had a couple free glasses of chard...so yeah...dinner was required!) Slept like a baby!
Breakfast: This is definitely where Embassy Suites shines! I grabbed a couple pancakes & asked the kind omelette chef for a few crispy slices of bacon - added a bowl of fruit, a big orange juice & coffee and I was ready to take the shuttle back to the airport & fly back east.
If you have a LONG flight to catch going out of LAX you couldn't find a better place to break your travel than the Embassy Suites North. If only they had a spa like the one in St. Charles, Mo it would be PERFECT! Every person I came into contact with on the property were friendly, accommodating, & helpful. | 2,706 | __label__en |
146,687,991 | 25C940A1E57E7EC019D2C4CAB895C518 | adequate Midtown hotel | nothing special here, but purchased well in advance, the price was right. Hotel alleges to have been renovated but it is not apparent. It is well worn, elevators come to a hard stop, it is a tired but adequate place | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2,012 | 2012-12-03T00:00:00 | 1 | adequate Midtown hotel
nothing special here, but purchased well in advance, the price was right. Hotel alleges to have been renovated but it is not apparent. It is well worn, elevators come to a hard stop, it is a tired but adequate place | 238 | __label__en |
133,807,655 | EC0D1CA1CD2F0419A6AFF0E7CAB93AE0 | What happened?!!! Used to be great | We stayed at Alex so many times, although haven't in about 4 years. This time it was clear how much it needs rehabbing!!!! Decor needs a facelift, phones were ringing at 6 am for no reason, huge miscommunication between staff, fridge was not working, kitchen utensils are missing, no water pressure in the shower or toilettes, furniture is falling apart, tv's have no resolution-gave us a headache to watch. Seriously!!!!! Used to be great for extended stay, now would rather stay else where. Not to mention, got some questionable bite marks on my arms, mostly! Unless they renovate, I would not recommend. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 2,012 | 2012-07-09T00:00:00 | 1 | What happened?!!! Used to be great
We stayed at Alex so many times, although haven't in about 4 years. This time it was clear how much it needs rehabbing!!!! Decor needs a facelift, phones were ringing at 6 am for no reason, huge miscommunication between staff, fridge was not working, kitchen utensils are missing, no water pressure in the shower or toilettes, furniture is falling apart, tv's have no resolution-gave us a headache to watch. Seriously!!!!! Used to be great for extended stay, now would rather stay else where. Not to mention, got some questionable bite marks on my arms, mostly! Unless they renovate, I would not recommend. | 641 | __label__en |
143,372,613 | 94DDFE23BFD13BE5D92FB0236683B5FA | ridiculously expensive and tiny rooms! | Very basic hotel - the rooms dont even have a safe! The hotel needs a serious facelift - especially the lobby! The room keys always kept resetting (not working!). They dont even gve you bottled water every day! Overall - a clean romm but thats about it! | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2,012 | 2012-10-21T00:00:00 | 1 | ridiculously expensive and tiny rooms!
Very basic hotel - the rooms dont even have a safe! The hotel needs a serious facelift - especially the lobby! The room keys always kept resetting (not working!). They dont even gve you bottled water every day! Overall - a clean romm but thats about it! | 292 | __label__en |
123,615,237 | DF905EB53B2B2AECD947C66E362CB9B4 | Nice property; stingy spg platinum benefits | I have a real mixed view of this hotel. I have stayed here several times before and have found that the hotel staff seem well trained and are very enthisatic. I lkie the hotel design and always get good sleep with the great beds/linnens. On the other hand, I feel like they are very stingy with spg platinum upgrades. For example, if you book a corner room, they will tell you that they upgraded you by putting you in a corner room on a higher floor. When I checked at the spg website, there were plenty of "better" rooms showing available. The manager's explanation was that the website was in error. I have not made up my mind about this hotel, but i am trending towards a negative review. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-01-25T00:00:00 | 1 | Nice property; stingy spg platinum benefits
I have a real mixed view of this hotel. I have stayed here several times before and have found that the hotel staff seem well trained and are very enthisatic. I lkie the hotel design and always get good sleep with the great beds/linnens. On the other hand, I feel like they are very stingy with spg platinum upgrades. For example, if you book a corner room, they will tell you that they upgraded you by putting you in a corner room on a higher floor. When I checked at the spg website, there were plenty of "better" rooms showing available. The manager's explanation was that the website was in error. I have not made up my mind about this hotel, but i am trending towards a negative review. | 735 | __label__en |
135,731,344 | AFCD0319C8BDD9B52E105920081172B3 | Dirty first room, glitchy tv second room, but great location and service | Checked in friday night using points. weekend of Otakon, a soccer game at M&T and 3 Orioles games. I used the valet first night due to the madness then moved to the $19 garage on lombard.
First room smelled like garbage which I found in bags under the wet bar sink. they sent me a second key, but no help to move to another room which overlooked the road construction. I had used the valet/ bell staff to get there, so could have used a cart.
The desk manager sent a gift bag and called twice to apologize, which I appreciate.
The second room was nice except it overlook the road construction on lite street (which starts every morning a 7:30 andI know is not Marriott's fault) and the tv's would periodically "access information" and reset at full volume to the hotel starting channel. This was irritating during the olympic opening ceremonies and seemed to correct itself by saturday.
The people who do the breakfast buffet deserve a medal for dealing with all the extra people over the weekend. They were patient and I was impressed with the detailed cleaning on Sunday after everyone left. They have a nice variety.
Architecturally, the hotel is very interesting. An old bank and the conference room in the basement is the old vault. | 3 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 2,012 | 2012-07-29T00:00:00 | 1 | Dirty first room, glitchy tv second room, but great location and service
Checked in friday night using points. weekend of Otakon, a soccer game at M&T and 3 Orioles games. I used the valet first night due to the madness then moved to the $19 garage on lombard.
First room smelled like garbage which I found in bags under the wet bar sink. they sent me a second key, but no help to move to another room which overlooked the road construction. I had used the valet/ bell staff to get there, so could have used a cart.
The desk manager sent a gift bag and called twice to apologize, which I appreciate.
The second room was nice except it overlook the road construction on lite street (which starts every morning a 7:30 andI know is not Marriott's fault) and the tv's would periodically "access information" and reset at full volume to the hotel starting channel. This was irritating during the olympic opening ceremonies and seemed to correct itself by saturday.
The people who do the breakfast buffet deserve a medal for dealing with all the extra people over the weekend. They were patient and I was impressed with the detailed cleaning on Sunday after everyone left. They have a nice variety.
Architecturally, the hotel is very interesting. An old bank and the conference room in the basement is the old vault. | 1,310 | __label__en |
126,706,314 | 3030B4753A97EDAD9D4728EAB74844E8 | Watch Out Non-Smokers! | I checked In to find out that all was available was a smoking room! There is an entire smoking floor! In a city where you can't smoke in bars and restaurants it's the first hotel I've run into in all of my frequent trips to DC where they allow smoking. There were no other rooms available within miles so I had no choice.
I am a self proclaimed hotel snob and this hotel does not make the cut for me and I'm glad I'll be leaving in 2 days. Though the room is very large by DC standards, the immunities are equal to that of a budget hotel. The sofa is a "pleather" I've not encountered in many years and the one fabric chair that has has a suspicious stain so the pleather is at least something I was able to wash down first. It does appear the televisions have been updated to flat screen HD. Thankfully the windows open so that's heed get some of the stale cigarette smoke out but I'm not breathing well right now. I haven't pulled backe the bed linen so I hope I'm not going to be greeted by every cig smoker that's slept there for the past 40 years.
On the one good note......I've not been greeted by nicer staff! Stacey acknowledged the smoking room issue when I checked in and took it upon herself to check two rooms to see which of the two would be more pleasing. She could not have been more welcoming, pleasant, and sincere in her efforts to extend a welcome greeting and to demonstrate excellent customer service, I hope Hilton recognizes that she IS the saving grace for this hotel. I can't recall the young lady's name that checked me in but she, too, was very pleasant and offered me water and fresh fruit while I waited for Stacey to check the rooms.
I'll certainlyy go elsewhere in the future; I just wish Stacey and her customer service skills would be at the next place I stay! | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2,012 | 2012-03-26T00:00:00 | 1 | Watch Out Non-Smokers!
I checked In to find out that all was available was a smoking room! There is an entire smoking floor! In a city where you can't smoke in bars and restaurants it's the first hotel I've run into in all of my frequent trips to DC where they allow smoking. There were no other rooms available within miles so I had no choice.
I am a self proclaimed hotel snob and this hotel does not make the cut for me and I'm glad I'll be leaving in 2 days. Though the room is very large by DC standards, the immunities are equal to that of a budget hotel. The sofa is a "pleather" I've not encountered in many years and the one fabric chair that has has a suspicious stain so the pleather is at least something I was able to wash down first. It does appear the televisions have been updated to flat screen HD. Thankfully the windows open so that's heed get some of the stale cigarette smoke out but I'm not breathing well right now. I haven't pulled backe the bed linen so I hope I'm not going to be greeted by every cig smoker that's slept there for the past 40 years.
On the one good note......I've not been greeted by nicer staff! Stacey acknowledged the smoking room issue when I checked in and took it upon herself to check two rooms to see which of the two would be more pleasing. She could not have been more welcoming, pleasant, and sincere in her efforts to extend a welcome greeting and to demonstrate excellent customer service, I hope Hilton recognizes that she IS the saving grace for this hotel. I can't recall the young lady's name that checked me in but she, too, was very pleasant and offered me water and fresh fruit while I waited for Stacey to check the rooms.
I'll certainlyy go elsewhere in the future; I just wish Stacey and her customer service skills would be at the next place I stay! | 1,817 | __label__en |
133,362,472 | 420A97181A20A3853A18B3EFC816D568 | Excellent Stay | We enjoyed are stay and would definetly stay again. We were upgraded to a Suite and could get in early which was great after a long flight from Chicago my Elderly father need to get some rest. The room were very clean and we enjoyed the friendly staff. The area around the Hotel was fine no worries at all. Located close to Grocery Store. The pool area was a little small. Location was great we could go to Universal Studio and Hollywood for the Day and traffic was not to bad. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-07-03T00:00:00 | 1 | Excellent Stay
We enjoyed are stay and would definetly stay again. We were upgraded to a Suite and could get in early which was great after a long flight from Chicago my Elderly father need to get some rest. The room were very clean and we enjoyed the friendly staff. The area around the Hotel was fine no worries at all. Located close to Grocery Store. The pool area was a little small. Location was great we could go to Universal Studio and Hollywood for the Day and traffic was not to bad. | 492 | __label__en |
129,255,583 | 670E2AE83376AD93FB4CDAAB6F23606B | Good Value | I have read some opinions about the size of the Carvi rooms being on the small side, but I found that the size was fairly typical of most NYC Hotel Rooms. Let's be honest, if you pay the basic Hotel rates in Manhatten you will not get a lot of room. Having said that I found the Carvi room to be clean and comfortable, and my wife and I didn't find it cramped at all. This Hotel is not close to the tourist areas such as Times Square, but there is a Subway station just around the corner, and once you master the NYC Subway System it really doesn't matter what part of Midtown your Hotel is located in. Overall this is a good Hotel with friendly staff, we would stay here again on our next visit to NYC. | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-05-02T00:00:00 | 1 | Good Value
I have read some opinions about the size of the Carvi rooms being on the small side, but I found that the size was fairly typical of most NYC Hotel Rooms. Let's be honest, if you pay the basic Hotel rates in Manhatten you will not get a lot of room. Having said that I found the Carvi room to be clean and comfortable, and my wife and I didn't find it cramped at all. This Hotel is not close to the tourist areas such as Times Square, but there is a Subway station just around the corner, and once you master the NYC Subway System it really doesn't matter what part of Midtown your Hotel is located in. Overall this is a good Hotel with friendly staff, we would stay here again on our next visit to NYC. | 714 | __label__en |
136,088,097 | 70082D967BF9F9F46A9894E9A5661748 | Stylish hotel with generous and well furnished bedrooms. | The Hotel Adagio was still having some minor work being carried out when we were there at the end of July. This didn't really bother us too much but we did have to move out of one of our rooms(we had two) after the first night as they needed to carry out some maintenance on it. A complimentary bottle of wine or similar would have been a nice gesture for the inconvenience though. Bedrooms and bathrooms were very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was good although the service was terrible on the one occasion we ate it at the hotel ( That's why it got the average score and not very good)The choice of receiving a voucher to use for your mini bar and nibbles if you decide you don't want your room cleaned is a good idea. We found the location pretty convenient . | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-08-02T00:00:00 | 1 | Stylish hotel with generous and well furnished bedrooms.
The Hotel Adagio was still having some minor work being carried out when we were there at the end of July. This didn't really bother us too much but we did have to move out of one of our rooms(we had two) after the first night as they needed to carry out some maintenance on it. A complimentary bottle of wine or similar would have been a nice gesture for the inconvenience though. Bedrooms and bathrooms were very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was good although the service was terrible on the one occasion we ate it at the hotel ( That's why it got the average score and not very good)The choice of receiving a voucher to use for your mini bar and nibbles if you decide you don't want your room cleaned is a good idea. We found the location pretty convenient . | 822 | __label__en |
137,126,704 | 84C67493A11261F17DB05DB53AD38D67 | A Great Experience!!! | After another hotel confused my reservation, I was referred to Ocean Beach Hotel. We were so impressed by the customer service we received as well as the accommodations. They have a beautiful romantic courtyard and comfortable, CLEAN rooms. The best part was all of the restaurants/night life within a block! We were sad to have only been able to stay one night and look forward to returning on future trips! | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-08-13T00:00:00 | 1 | A Great Experience!!!
After another hotel confused my reservation, I was referred to Ocean Beach Hotel. We were so impressed by the customer service we received as well as the accommodations. They have a beautiful romantic courtyard and comfortable, CLEAN rooms. The best part was all of the restaurants/night life within a block! We were sad to have only been able to stay one night and look forward to returning on future trips! | 430 | __label__en |
138,247,885 | 6061811FA21084AE4E772A6830DDDA88 | Location, Location, Location! | This hotel was so close to Hollywood Blvd and all the attractions. The hotel has so much history and charm. The guy who checked us in, Sean?, was accomodating and even let us see the room before checking in. We ended up taking another room that had a great view of the gardens and pool. Our room had a full size kitchen and the room itself was huge. Would definitely stay here again. Also, free underground parking was a plus!!! | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-08-24T00:00:00 | 1 | Location, Location, Location!
This hotel was so close to Hollywood Blvd and all the attractions. The hotel has so much history and charm. The guy who checked us in, Sean?, was accomodating and even let us see the room before checking in. We ended up taking another room that had a great view of the gardens and pool. Our room had a full size kitchen and the room itself was huge. Would definitely stay here again. Also, free underground parking was a plus!!! | 458 | __label__en |
141,575,532 | 4369F1D27B7D57E6E383C30CF45EC667 | Great place to stay | This is a very clean and quiet hotel. It is the closest hotel to the Mayo Clinic, only about 5 minutes away. Also the hotel has a shuttle bus to the hospital if needed. The hotel is in a hidden location behind a bank in the corner of a Publix shopping center so keep your eyes open when trying to find the Wyngate.
I have stayed here many times and the hotel has always been superb. I have to mention the beds are very, very comfortable.
The breakfast buffett is excellent, full breakfast,bacon,eggs,waffles, etc. not just stale donuts.
Look at rest area on I-95 for Florida Travel hotel discount gudes for a coupon to save $$. May have to look through a few to find Wyndam coupon. | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-09-29T00:00:00 | 1 | Great place to stay
This is a very clean and quiet hotel. It is the closest hotel to the Mayo Clinic, only about 5 minutes away. Also the hotel has a shuttle bus to the hospital if needed. The hotel is in a hidden location behind a bank in the corner of a Publix shopping center so keep your eyes open when trying to find the Wyngate.
I have stayed here many times and the hotel has always been superb. I have to mention the beds are very, very comfortable.
The breakfast buffett is excellent, full breakfast,bacon,eggs,waffles, etc. not just stale donuts.
Look at rest area on I-95 for Florida Travel hotel discount gudes for a coupon to save $$. May have to look through a few to find Wyndam coupon. | 701 | __label__en |
138,336,891 | 55C716D40148AC60E19ED59F57528F9E | Nice staff, great location | Stayed here for one night. The entire staff was very nice, friendly, and competent. I only have two observations: (1) the mattress in my room needed replacing, it leaned noticeably toward one side, and (2) while the decor in the room was "zen muted" it was almost too muted and it could have used more light. Otherwise, very nice place, the breakfast was a treat, and the hotel was really well-located | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2,012 | 2012-08-25T00:00:00 | 1 | Nice staff, great location
Stayed here for one night. The entire staff was very nice, friendly, and competent. I only have two observations: (1) the mattress in my room needed replacing, it leaned noticeably toward one side, and (2) while the decor in the room was "zen muted" it was almost too muted and it could have used more light. Otherwise, very nice place, the breakfast was a treat, and the hotel was really well-located | 428 | __label__en |
132,853,136 | CDD4DDE7A8DEBC57A2BC34B02B1D32F7 | Nice place in a wonderful, diverse neighborhood | Surprising find. Rooms are nice and we were surprised a Best Western would have so much character. We put visitors up here. You will be at a bus stop (36 Broadway) that can take you south to the downtown district, or North to the Andersonville area. Walk a couple of blocks West and catch the bus (22 Clark) to the loop. Walk east and you catch the 151 to Union Station or any number of buses to the mag mile or loop. Red line is near. Enjoy Breakfast at hotelmor cross street to Anne Sather,a local institution. Wrigley is walking distance. The walking trail is very near taking you to beaches. You can even walk to the zoo from here, along beautiful path through Lincoln Park. Take the bus if you don't feel like walking 1 1/2 miles. To to a local store like Walgreens or the small shop in the block for a 3 day bus pass. Best $14 bucks you'll spend. Buses are good and reliable in Chicago, easily navigated. Lots of shopping (a great grocery is 1/2 block away and tons of restaurants. This is a neighborhood within Chicago that may remind you of parts of New York or even Paris (yes sidewalk cafes). | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-06-26T00:00:00 | 1 | Nice place in a wonderful, diverse neighborhood
Surprising find. Rooms are nice and we were surprised a Best Western would have so much character. We put visitors up here. You will be at a bus stop (36 Broadway) that can take you south to the downtown district, or North to the Andersonville area. Walk a couple of blocks West and catch the bus (22 Clark) to the loop. Walk east and you catch the 151 to Union Station or any number of buses to the mag mile or loop. Red line is near. Enjoy Breakfast at hotelmor cross street to Anne Sather,a local institution. Wrigley is walking distance. The walking trail is very near taking you to beaches. You can even walk to the zoo from here, along beautiful path through Lincoln Park. Take the bus if you don't feel like walking 1 1/2 miles. To to a local store like Walgreens or the small shop in the block for a 3 day bus pass. Best $14 bucks you'll spend. Buses are good and reliable in Chicago, easily navigated. Lots of shopping (a great grocery is 1/2 block away and tons of restaurants. This is a neighborhood within Chicago that may remind you of parts of New York or even Paris (yes sidewalk cafes). | 1,150 | __label__en |
142,666,407 | B7954567D0770EFE9C0BB424BC6D2524 | Comfortable Hotel | Pleasant staff, clean, large and comfortable rooms. Ask for a room with a view - I got the view of the Space Needle. Close to restaurants and shops. Did ask for a wake-up call the first morning -didn't materialise - not a problem on that occasion - this was rectified for the remainder of my stay. Quite short staffed in the breakfast area in the morning - the staff were absolutely rushed off their feet, and people had to wait (or go elsewhere). Enjoyable stay though. | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-10-12T00:00:00 | 1 | Comfortable Hotel
Pleasant staff, clean, large and comfortable rooms. Ask for a room with a view - I got the view of the Space Needle. Close to restaurants and shops. Did ask for a wake-up call the first morning -didn't materialise - not a problem on that occasion - this was rectified for the remainder of my stay. Quite short staffed in the breakfast area in the morning - the staff were absolutely rushed off their feet, and people had to wait (or go elsewhere). Enjoyable stay though. | 488 | __label__en |
131,014,636 | F9BF3DB92FD7E545D9E9A0B8398E3535 | Hidden Gem | Great find for staying in the Riverwalk area without the $$$$ of on the river hotels. Always friendly, clean and close to everything. Great comfy beds, nice pool/hottub area with a new firepit.
Needed:
Directories in the rooms - I couldn't find an ice machine on floor 7 - not one.
Make-up mirrors in bathroom - too dark/far away from mirror on wall
Free WI-FI/Internet - no one charges anymore
Bathrooms @ pool area - must go thru Lobby to restrooms - kids won't | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-05-31T00:00:00 | 1 | Hidden Gem
Great find for staying in the Riverwalk area without the $$$$ of on the river hotels. Always friendly, clean and close to everything. Great comfy beds, nice pool/hottub area with a new firepit.
Needed:
Directories in the rooms - I couldn't find an ice machine on floor 7 - not one.
Make-up mirrors in bathroom - too dark/far away from mirror on wall
Free WI-FI/Internet - no one charges anymore
Bathrooms @ pool area - must go thru Lobby to restrooms - kids won't | 474 | __label__en |
143,713,993 | B72B1F7ACA5A8AC5D9985AF50E7A758C | Ms. Samantha Casendino rocks | The young lady at the front desk was so welcoming and helpful I will choose this property again and again for the next 4 years while my niece is at U Indy. I may try other Westins she was so nice! Excellent location with easy traffic even on Colts game day. Lots of restaurants in walking distance. | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-10-25T00:00:00 | 1 | Ms. Samantha Casendino rocks
The young lady at the front desk was so welcoming and helpful I will choose this property again and again for the next 4 years while my niece is at U Indy. I may try other Westins she was so nice! Excellent location with easy traffic even on Colts game day. Lots of restaurants in walking distance. | 327 | __label__en |
133,804,834 | 1144DC68D1B638C91208F83DF6D1AEDB | Good for the money | My boyfriend and I stayed for two nights over the weekend and we were pleased with the hotel overall. We had a room with a king bed which was spacious and clean. The bathroom was the highlight of the room- it was very nicely updated while other parts of the hotel seemed in need of some modernizing (the hallways, wallpaper..etc). The biggest complaint that we had was that the ice machine on our floor was out of service, though it wasn't hard to go up a floor and fill up. The street noise and air conditioning unit did not bother us as other posters had mentioned, and as far as I can tell our room was bed bug free. We used the rooftop pool which was pretty cool, it just was a little small. The location was great, we were walking distance to the Trocadero and to Market St...we didn't take the car out once. The restaurant was expensive so we ate elsewhere. There are bars in walking distance down the street which was fun. The staff was nice enough and helpful when we needed them.
This is a place to hang your hat for the money. | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-07-08T00:00:00 | 1 | Good for the money
My boyfriend and I stayed for two nights over the weekend and we were pleased with the hotel overall. We had a room with a king bed which was spacious and clean. The bathroom was the highlight of the room- it was very nicely updated while other parts of the hotel seemed in need of some modernizing (the hallways, wallpaper..etc). The biggest complaint that we had was that the ice machine on our floor was out of service, though it wasn't hard to go up a floor and fill up. The street noise and air conditioning unit did not bother us as other posters had mentioned, and as far as I can tell our room was bed bug free. We used the rooftop pool which was pretty cool, it just was a little small. The location was great, we were walking distance to the Trocadero and to Market St...we didn't take the car out once. The restaurant was expensive so we ate elsewhere. There are bars in walking distance down the street which was fun. The staff was nice enough and helpful when we needed them.
This is a place to hang your hat for the money. | 1,056 | __label__en |
124,456,866 | 585C59054BD81850A82D0B4476BD1EB7 | Glum and Glummer | The property's fine location, stellar restaurant fare, and cheerful employees are at variance with the hotel's dreary sleep quarters. How bitterly they disappoint, with dismal corridors and morgue-like rooms. It would seem to be a hotel prepared for a celebrity death, but honestly, what celebrity would be caught dead staying there?
Starwood guests may be dismayed to find that this Starck exercise in rich materials and poor functionality has somehow gotten itself onto the Luxury Collection list.
If none of this dissuades you, or if you've had such a fine night at The Bazaar that you decide to stay over, remember to be nice to the hotel employees. They work in a soulless building, yet still manage to serve guests with warmth and humanity. It can't be easy. | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-02-11T00:00:00 | 1 | Glum and Glummer
The property's fine location, stellar restaurant fare, and cheerful employees are at variance with the hotel's dreary sleep quarters. How bitterly they disappoint, with dismal corridors and morgue-like rooms. It would seem to be a hotel prepared for a celebrity death, but honestly, what celebrity would be caught dead staying there?
Starwood guests may be dismayed to find that this Starck exercise in rich materials and poor functionality has somehow gotten itself onto the Luxury Collection list.
If none of this dissuades you, or if you've had such a fine night at The Bazaar that you decide to stay over, remember to be nice to the hotel employees. They work in a soulless building, yet still manage to serve guests with warmth and humanity. It can't be easy. | 781 | __label__en |
130,490,923 | 85BC02CFB1FE0082EE470A32F7B9C3D0 | Outstanding service | I have stayed at the Crowne Plaza River Oaks on several occasions and have found it to be conveniently located, handicap accessible, and staffed by friendly and helpful professionals. The staff is a joy to meet! Mandy Bates, Debbie Hollier, Roxanne, Jackie and Sherry have been particularly helpful to me. They graciously work with MD Anderson patients to accommodate their specific needs. The free shuttle to and from the MD Anderson Cancer Center is most beneficial to those with medical appointments. I would definitely recommend this hotel! The facilities are in excellent condition, the service is great and the staff is happy and friendly! | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-05-23T00:00:00 | 1 | Outstanding service
I have stayed at the Crowne Plaza River Oaks on several occasions and have found it to be conveniently located, handicap accessible, and staffed by friendly and helpful professionals. The staff is a joy to meet! Mandy Bates, Debbie Hollier, Roxanne, Jackie and Sherry have been particularly helpful to me. They graciously work with MD Anderson patients to accommodate their specific needs. The free shuttle to and from the MD Anderson Cancer Center is most beneficial to those with medical appointments. I would definitely recommend this hotel! The facilities are in excellent condition, the service is great and the staff is happy and friendly! | 665 | __label__en |
144,676,900 | 0DA8551826A9AD521E3F2113B9B4A7A6 | Chicago's Premier Hotel | Suite, restaurant and service all first class. The lobby is just a bit "cold", but everything else exceeded expectations......
The bath rooms are magnificent. A large, luxurious shower with great amenities.
The restaurant is beautiful with outstanding food and excellent, professional wait staff.
This is a beautiful and well run hotel. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-11-05T00:00:00 | 1 | Chicago's Premier Hotel
Suite, restaurant and service all first class. The lobby is just a bit "cold", but everything else exceeded expectations......
The bath rooms are magnificent. A large, luxurious shower with great amenities.
The restaurant is beautiful with outstanding food and excellent, professional wait staff.
This is a beautiful and well run hotel. | 361 | __label__en |
131,986,205 | 947F4580CEC218957CCB1BE0409C1CD2 | Beautifully renovated... a little hard to get to! | Beautiful renovation in lobby areas, contemporary but casual. The bar and seating areas off lobby were also nice. The breakfast (full) was quite good with eggs, bacon, toast, juice, etc...not just a continental type. Rooms were nicely done, but a little small. Same about bathrooms, but very pretty. Enjoyed the renovated pool area...very pretty. Booked through Hotwire and got a $50 rate which was great. Only negative is the access (freeway frontage road) is difficult to get in and you have to make a loop to get out. Would definately stay again. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-06-14T00:00:00 | 1 | Beautifully renovated... a little hard to get to!
Beautiful renovation in lobby areas, contemporary but casual. The bar and seating areas off lobby were also nice. The breakfast (full) was quite good with eggs, bacon, toast, juice, etc...not just a continental type. Rooms were nicely done, but a little small. Same about bathrooms, but very pretty. Enjoyed the renovated pool area...very pretty. Booked through Hotwire and got a $50 rate which was great. Only negative is the access (freeway frontage road) is difficult to get in and you have to make a loop to get out. Would definately stay again. | 599 | __label__en |
124,942,665 | FE009E0E6431DD6527B9F467C9F7E823 | Great Home Base In Windy City! | Booked a room here recently for 9 days -- attending a conference in Chicago and wanted the freedom of a kitchen, easy access to public transportation and a safe home base. The Homewood Suites is a great value (booked online with extra discount for paying full balance in advance of arrival) and worked out well for the trip.
Great location, convenient to Red Line, taxis, Jewel/Trader Joe's for groceries (full kitchen allows one to avoid eating EVERY meal out!) and great sites/shopping within easy walk.
Wanted to try out fitness center but ended up walking all over the City! Business center printer had issues but front office staff helped to make sure I was able to print out materials I needed for a seminar. Wi-fi worked reliably -- basic cable options available with two televisions in the room (one more than I have at home!).
Great choice! Would stay again when the need arises. | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-02-20T00:00:00 | 1 | Great Home Base In Windy City!
Booked a room here recently for 9 days -- attending a conference in Chicago and wanted the freedom of a kitchen, easy access to public transportation and a safe home base. The Homewood Suites is a great value (booked online with extra discount for paying full balance in advance of arrival) and worked out well for the trip.
Great location, convenient to Red Line, taxis, Jewel/Trader Joe's for groceries (full kitchen allows one to avoid eating EVERY meal out!) and great sites/shopping within easy walk.
Wanted to try out fitness center but ended up walking all over the City! Business center printer had issues but front office staff helped to make sure I was able to print out materials I needed for a seminar. Wi-fi worked reliably -- basic cable options available with two televisions in the room (one more than I have at home!).
Great choice! Would stay again when the need arises. | 920 | __label__en |
145,913,260 | AEE135F52B00F37CD7454A05B34892E0 | Best All Around Hotel! | We had the best view of Manhattan! The employees were very nice and helpful! Especially a girl at the front desk named KATHY! She was so polite, professional, and patient with us. We asked for many different things and she always had a solution! I would definitely make sure she is given a gift for her excellent service. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-11-21T00:00:00 | 1 | Best All Around Hotel!
We had the best view of Manhattan! The employees were very nice and helpful! Especially a girl at the front desk named KATHY! She was so polite, professional, and patient with us. We asked for many different things and she always had a solution! I would definitely make sure she is given a gift for her excellent service. | 344 | __label__en |
124,396,721 | D2A3BF990FEFFBDDB8E19017C35E370C | Good Experience! | I was told I would be staying at the Hotel Roosevelt, and I immediately checked TripAdvisor to see the reviews. After reading, I was a bit anxious mainly because the majority complain about noise into the late hours of the night.
When we got to the hotel, we found it was located directly across the street from the Chinese theatre. There were hundreds of touristy restaurants that you could walk to to get a drink or a bite to eat. Starbucks directly across the street.
Inside the hotel is 5 different restaurant/bars to choose from.
Valet charges $35 to the room. Really no alternative options.
It is a bit weird when you first check in you have to go down 3 or 4 stairs with your luggage. The valet guys try to help but it makes it more awkward.
After check in, I went to the elevators (half expecting them to not work from all the reviews) and both elevators seemed to be working fine.
My room was older, but in renovated condition. A firm bed and decent bathroom. On the tv was a live feed outside at the Chinese theatre. $5 Fiji bottles of water are strategically placed around the room.
I read a bit on the history of the hotel (celebrities that visited like Marilyn Monroe, etc. Stories of certain floors being haunted) and it is easy to start to like this place.
I needed to print some documents for a meeting. The lobby has two free internet ($15 in the room) kiosks with a printer attached. I printed a 50 page document and no one blinked an eye...they actually offered me a stapler.
At night I fell asleep and didnt hear a peep the entire night. Not even a door slamming shut. It was a Tuesday night, so maybe the bad reviews are only on the weekends, but this was a pleasant surprise. | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-02-10T00:00:00 | 1 | Good Experience!
I was told I would be staying at the Hotel Roosevelt, and I immediately checked TripAdvisor to see the reviews. After reading, I was a bit anxious mainly because the majority complain about noise into the late hours of the night.
When we got to the hotel, we found it was located directly across the street from the Chinese theatre. There were hundreds of touristy restaurants that you could walk to to get a drink or a bite to eat. Starbucks directly across the street.
Inside the hotel is 5 different restaurant/bars to choose from.
Valet charges $35 to the room. Really no alternative options.
It is a bit weird when you first check in you have to go down 3 or 4 stairs with your luggage. The valet guys try to help but it makes it more awkward.
After check in, I went to the elevators (half expecting them to not work from all the reviews) and both elevators seemed to be working fine.
My room was older, but in renovated condition. A firm bed and decent bathroom. On the tv was a live feed outside at the Chinese theatre. $5 Fiji bottles of water are strategically placed around the room.
I read a bit on the history of the hotel (celebrities that visited like Marilyn Monroe, etc. Stories of certain floors being haunted) and it is easy to start to like this place.
I needed to print some documents for a meeting. The lobby has two free internet ($15 in the room) kiosks with a printer attached. I printed a 50 page document and no one blinked an eye...they actually offered me a stapler.
At night I fell asleep and didnt hear a peep the entire night. Not even a door slamming shut. It was a Tuesday night, so maybe the bad reviews are only on the weekends, but this was a pleasant surprise. | 1,714 | __label__en |
145,921,493 | DBE9C8536889CD1251EBE0DC74DD1EB1 | Great place to stay! | We stayed at this hotel for a weekend in San Francisco and totally enjoyed the hotel and the trip. The Bart stops at the Embarcadero and this stop is just around the corner. The cable car is a block away and the trolley is right outside.
One of the best things is the roof patios on floor 5 or 7! We took a bottle of wine upstairs and enjoyed the sunset.
All the people were very nice and we would definitely stay here on our next trip to San Francisco! | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-11-21T00:00:00 | 1 | Great place to stay!
We stayed at this hotel for a weekend in San Francisco and totally enjoyed the hotel and the trip. The Bart stops at the Embarcadero and this stop is just around the corner. The cable car is a block away and the trolley is right outside.
One of the best things is the roof patios on floor 5 or 7! We took a bottle of wine upstairs and enjoyed the sunset.
All the people were very nice and we would definitely stay here on our next trip to San Francisco! | 475 | __label__en |
133,049,793 | 661D5F5BC199DB1EA1F73E52E3AC3858 | Nice Boutique Hotel | We stayed at the Indigo at the Alamo for several days recently. The hotel has its charms--watch out for the classic elevators! They are only a facade. The room, while small, was adequate. Good sized bathroom! Breakfast in the restaurant was fine. Only a few steps to the River Walk and the Alamo. | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-06-29T00:00:00 | 1 | Nice Boutique Hotel
We stayed at the Indigo at the Alamo for several days recently. The hotel has its charms--watch out for the classic elevators! They are only a facade. The room, while small, was adequate. Good sized bathroom! Breakfast in the restaurant was fine. Only a few steps to the River Walk and the Alamo. | 316 | __label__en |
122,634,239 | AE01D0D97D4885C095321C2C785DD027 | Perfect location | It was our first time in Boston so we were looking for a conveniently located hotel. We wanted to be within a walking distance to all major attractions. So, when we found a deal ($ 96.75 for a queen bed and valet parking) at this hotel we booked it, but not without a fear because of the mixed relieves of this place. We were only hoping for the best. We were not disappointed and to be honest the whole experience was much better than we expected.
Upon entering the hotel we knew we made the right choice. The foyer is stunningly gorgeous with massive chandeliers. It is an old grand, historic hotel with an old fashioned décor. It is not shabby in any way but well-kept indeed.
We stayed in the queen room which was spacious enough, had the comfy bed and a nice view, and although the bathroom was small, it was adequate and looked like it had been recently remodeled.
The location of this hotel is perfect. It is almost next to Public Garden/ Boston Common and 10 min. stroll either to Beacon Hill or Prudential Center. If you are not keen on walking there is a subway station (Arlington) approximately 150 feet away from the hotel.
If I were to visit Boston again I would definitely stay in this hotel once more. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-01-05T00:00:00 | 1 | Perfect location
It was our first time in Boston so we were looking for a conveniently located hotel. We wanted to be within a walking distance to all major attractions. So, when we found a deal ($ 96.75 for a queen bed and valet parking) at this hotel we booked it, but not without a fear because of the mixed relieves of this place. We were only hoping for the best. We were not disappointed and to be honest the whole experience was much better than we expected.
Upon entering the hotel we knew we made the right choice. The foyer is stunningly gorgeous with massive chandeliers. It is an old grand, historic hotel with an old fashioned décor. It is not shabby in any way but well-kept indeed.
We stayed in the queen room which was spacious enough, had the comfy bed and a nice view, and although the bathroom was small, it was adequate and looked like it had been recently remodeled.
The location of this hotel is perfect. It is almost next to Public Garden/ Boston Common and 10 min. stroll either to Beacon Hill or Prudential Center. If you are not keen on walking there is a subway station (Arlington) approximately 150 feet away from the hotel.
If I were to visit Boston again I would definitely stay in this hotel once more. | 1,235 | __label__en |
135,220,783 | D7E66448A64FFD749FB5B99D0E962786 | great room | from what I understand, they are sticking alot of money into redoing alot of rooms but don't have them all done yet. we were lucky to have to great clean rooms. on the 14th and 15th. floor. great location, you really can walk every where! will be happy to give more info if interested. | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-07-24T00:00:00 | 1 | great room
from what I understand, they are sticking alot of money into redoing alot of rooms but don't have them all done yet. we were lucky to have to great clean rooms. on the 14th and 15th. floor. great location, you really can walk every where! will be happy to give more info if interested. | 296 | __label__en |
128,258,745 | 7D1F5FD015CA0737F10674328FF00FB2 | Excellent location, friendly staff, great rooms | It's hard to find good value hotels in NYC. This hotel is really a gem - great prices (approx $250 a night for the single queen when we stayed), very clean, views of the city from the higher floors, dog friendly, and excellent location just a block away from Times Square!
The decor is modern and trendy, they have a wine hour every day for free, and the staff is really helpful (spent 20 minutes trying to flag us a cab at 4 in the morning). Would definitely recommend and stay here again. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-04-21T00:00:00 | 1 | Excellent location, friendly staff, great rooms
It's hard to find good value hotels in NYC. This hotel is really a gem - great prices (approx $250 a night for the single queen when we stayed), very clean, views of the city from the higher floors, dog friendly, and excellent location just a block away from Times Square!
The decor is modern and trendy, they have a wine hour every day for free, and the staff is really helpful (spent 20 minutes trying to flag us a cab at 4 in the morning). Would definitely recommend and stay here again. | 538 | __label__en |
136,809,849 | 63CDFAAB20FCB7B8E32A7E1B538ECA55 | Absolutely amazing | This was our second time staying at the Elysee and I think we might not stay anywhere else when we are in NYC from now on. The staff bends over backwards to make you feel at home, and the amenities can't be beat. The rates are no more expensive than any other midtown hotel, but when you add in the complimentary breakfast every morning and wine and cheese every evening I think the value is evident. We stayed one night, midweek and the hotel was not very full so they updated us to a suite when we checked in. As another reviewer mentioned it was the size of a small apartment. We never wanted to leave! The last time we stayed we did have the standard double room however, and it was certainly spacious enough for the two of us. The size of a typical Manhattan hotel room. Overall, I count this hotel as one of the best. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-08-10T00:00:00 | 1 | Absolutely amazing
This was our second time staying at the Elysee and I think we might not stay anywhere else when we are in NYC from now on. The staff bends over backwards to make you feel at home, and the amenities can't be beat. The rates are no more expensive than any other midtown hotel, but when you add in the complimentary breakfast every morning and wine and cheese every evening I think the value is evident. We stayed one night, midweek and the hotel was not very full so they updated us to a suite when we checked in. As another reviewer mentioned it was the size of a small apartment. We never wanted to leave! The last time we stayed we did have the standard double room however, and it was certainly spacious enough for the two of us. The size of a typical Manhattan hotel room. Overall, I count this hotel as one of the best. | 842 | __label__en |
139,716,644 | BD5057246D6DF0C422CEEED1BC459DD5 | Mother and daughters visit Chicago! | My daughter and her 3 daughters visited chicago for the purpose of going to the American Girl dollnstore. We wanted a place to stay that was convenient and that had space for all of us! We got the american girl package and the girls were thrilled. Upon. Arrival they gotto register for the room. In the roomwere doll beds and chocolates for the girls. After coming back in. From dinner, there were goody bags with treats in the room. The hotel had an excellent breakfastbuffet and the pool was actually warm enough to swim in. (It was 95 degrees outside). We were close enough to walk with a 15 month old4 year. Old and 6 yearold. To mcdonalds,hard rock cafe, rainforest cafe and chesecake factory. We also walked to americangilr doll store...their favorite and the hershey store!
I would definitely stay here again! | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-09-08T00:00:00 | 1 | Mother and daughters visit Chicago!
My daughter and her 3 daughters visited chicago for the purpose of going to the American Girl dollnstore. We wanted a place to stay that was convenient and that had space for all of us! We got the american girl package and the girls were thrilled. Upon. Arrival they gotto register for the room. In the roomwere doll beds and chocolates for the girls. After coming back in. From dinner, there were goody bags with treats in the room. The hotel had an excellent breakfastbuffet and the pool was actually warm enough to swim in. (It was 95 degrees outside). We were close enough to walk with a 15 month old4 year. Old and 6 yearold. To mcdonalds,hard rock cafe, rainforest cafe and chesecake factory. We also walked to americangilr doll store...their favorite and the hershey store!
I would definitely stay here again! | 853 | __label__en |
141,340,449 | B6595B0A3C95E0001A15561F1F9CAD51 | Good Stay | Stayed at Staybridge Suites for 4 nights in early September. The hotel is well located for shopping, sightseeing and going to Broadway.
We stayed in a double studio room which was clean with soft mattresses. The hotel provided amenities such as a decent iron &ironing board with an equipped kitchenette which gave it a home feel. The hotel staff were courteous and helpful at all times. The complimentary breakfast provided was a fair selection which was a good way to start the busy day. We had no waiting time problems for the elevators, as they came within a minute or two – as can be expected in a building with 32 floors. The hotel bar was a good place to end each day in relaxation.
We found the hotel environ safe and were not concerned or worried about going out and returning late, despite the parole office and a couple of adult video stores. Overall a good and wonderful stay at Staybridge Suite – will stay again and recommend to others. | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-09-26T00:00:00 | 1 | Good Stay
Stayed at Staybridge Suites for 4 nights in early September. The hotel is well located for shopping, sightseeing and going to Broadway.
We stayed in a double studio room which was clean with soft mattresses. The hotel provided amenities such as a decent iron &ironing board with an equipped kitchenette which gave it a home feel. The hotel staff were courteous and helpful at all times. The complimentary breakfast provided was a fair selection which was a good way to start the busy day. We had no waiting time problems for the elevators, as they came within a minute or two – as can be expected in a building with 32 floors. The hotel bar was a good place to end each day in relaxation.
We found the hotel environ safe and were not concerned or worried about going out and returning late, despite the parole office and a couple of adult video stores. Overall a good and wonderful stay at Staybridge Suite – will stay again and recommend to others. | 960 | __label__en |
135,806,210 | D450ACA3571DDD12FEB6AC658D81FB01 | Nice hotel - Great location | I stayed here in July 2012 for business. Fabulous location close to shows and sights. On corner of 7th Avenue and 53rd Street. Lots of places to eat within a three-block radius. Liddy's is right across the street for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Rosie O'Grady is across from the hotel and had awesome sliders & drinks. The restaurant that is worth traveling for is Gallagher's Steak House on 52 Street between Broadway (7th Ave) and 8th Ave (must try the 28-day aged NY Strip...OMG!!).
Small rooms but I assume that's typical with older NYC buildings. Very nicely furnished with mini-bar (no personal mini fridge), safe in closet, dresser and desk - all with a very modern feel. Doorway to room seemed narrow - doorway and room would be very challenging for wheelchair travelers. The room and bathroom were clean and very tidy - you knew the staff took a lot of pride in their hotel.
We were there during a cheerleader or dance competition. My only complaint was the noise - kids who were practicing late on the 2nd or 3rd floor ballrooms were going back to their rooms after 1am. I guess there was little to no parent supervision. I could hear those kids in the hallway at 2.30am and 3am. Also, there isn't any way to quietly close the doors to the rooms. Everytime a door closed in the hallway, you heard the CLUNK. The noise traveled down the hallway fairly easily.
Unfortunately with an older hotel, there isn't enough elevators during peak travel times when hotel seemed full. Hotel bar was dark but welcoming. Very comfortable place to kill an hour.
We paid $279 corporate rate for the room and then add $45 for night in various NY taxes. I don't know how much the room would be if you just walked in off the street. Although this was a nice hotel with fantastic staff who were always willing to assist, I think the room seemed a bit pricey. Personally, if I was traveling on my dime, I would've looked at other options that afforded me a cheaper price with a little more space.
I gave it 3 stars due to the hallway noise and the price. Otherwise, nice hotel. | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2,012 | 2012-07-30T00:00:00 | 1 | Nice hotel - Great location
I stayed here in July 2012 for business. Fabulous location close to shows and sights. On corner of 7th Avenue and 53rd Street. Lots of places to eat within a three-block radius. Liddy's is right across the street for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Rosie O'Grady is across from the hotel and had awesome sliders & drinks. The restaurant that is worth traveling for is Gallagher's Steak House on 52 Street between Broadway (7th Ave) and 8th Ave (must try the 28-day aged NY Strip...OMG!!).
Small rooms but I assume that's typical with older NYC buildings. Very nicely furnished with mini-bar (no personal mini fridge), safe in closet, dresser and desk - all with a very modern feel. Doorway to room seemed narrow - doorway and room would be very challenging for wheelchair travelers. The room and bathroom were clean and very tidy - you knew the staff took a lot of pride in their hotel.
We were there during a cheerleader or dance competition. My only complaint was the noise - kids who were practicing late on the 2nd or 3rd floor ballrooms were going back to their rooms after 1am. I guess there was little to no parent supervision. I could hear those kids in the hallway at 2.30am and 3am. Also, there isn't any way to quietly close the doors to the rooms. Everytime a door closed in the hallway, you heard the CLUNK. The noise traveled down the hallway fairly easily.
Unfortunately with an older hotel, there isn't enough elevators during peak travel times when hotel seemed full. Hotel bar was dark but welcoming. Very comfortable place to kill an hour.
We paid $279 corporate rate for the room and then add $45 for night in various NY taxes. I don't know how much the room would be if you just walked in off the street. Although this was a nice hotel with fantastic staff who were always willing to assist, I think the room seemed a bit pricey. Personally, if I was traveling on my dime, I would've looked at other options that afforded me a cheaper price with a little more space.
I gave it 3 stars due to the hallway noise and the price. Otherwise, nice hotel. | 2,097 | __label__en |
136,483,276 | DD7746F05E92233D01144FD4CB1606DB | Great location | My husband and I and 18 year old granddaughter came to stay for a week. Though the room was small, it was comfortable for the three of us since we didn't spend a lot of time there. Check in went well, and each time we had a question, the concierge was very helpful in giving us information and making plans. The location was superb for all the walking trips we made to Rockefeller Center and Times Square. We enjoyed the Organic Deli on the corner as well as Starbucks close by though it closed early each night. Our only complaint was that we had neighbors who came home about 11:00 each night and would talk til 1:00 AM. Other than that it was an enjoyable stay and I would recommend it. | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-08-07T00:00:00 | 1 | Great location
My husband and I and 18 year old granddaughter came to stay for a week. Though the room was small, it was comfortable for the three of us since we didn't spend a lot of time there. Check in went well, and each time we had a question, the concierge was very helpful in giving us information and making plans. The location was superb for all the walking trips we made to Rockefeller Center and Times Square. We enjoyed the Organic Deli on the corner as well as Starbucks close by though it closed early each night. Our only complaint was that we had neighbors who came home about 11:00 each night and would talk til 1:00 AM. Other than that it was an enjoyable stay and I would recommend it. | 704 | __label__en |
127,320,486 | 0E2040178A23A17EC53AC26430DC5AF6 | Family-3 generations visit to SD | We stayed 3 nights at Padre Trail inn. We booked a suite with 2 bedrooms and a living room for under !00 bucks a night- 3 adults and a child. The location was fine and the facility adequate for our needs. The rooms were clean and the bath updated. We had 3 TVs-old style but OK.The furniture in the living room was really dilapidated, It is for sure a budget motel, and the beds were hard as stated. Our only complaint was the continental breakfast- which was meager, and consisted of only sweet cereals,sweet rolls, and fruit. Why they could not provide just toast or unsweetened cheerios is hard to understand. The location,across the street from Old Town,is a real plus! | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 2,012 | 2012-04-05T00:00:00 | 1 | Family-3 generations visit to SD
We stayed 3 nights at Padre Trail inn. We booked a suite with 2 bedrooms and a living room for under !00 bucks a night- 3 adults and a child. The location was fine and the facility adequate for our needs. The rooms were clean and the bath updated. We had 3 TVs-old style but OK.The furniture in the living room was really dilapidated, It is for sure a budget motel, and the beds were hard as stated. Our only complaint was the continental breakfast- which was meager, and consisted of only sweet cereals,sweet rolls, and fruit. Why they could not provide just toast or unsweetened cheerios is hard to understand. The location,across the street from Old Town,is a real plus! | 706 | __label__en |
145,125,646 | 5071F9A48F8645AA35FDB5DB56E0DE63 | My get away @ the Ramada N | Everything was easy.. reservation went smoothly.. when I called we discussed discounts, I got a reasonable discount, the staff was lovely and very helpful.
The room was perfect for my solo trip, bed very comfy, 5 fluffy pillows. Close to bus stops, places to eat, a few sights to see.
The only reason I didn't rate 'location' as excellent is because it was just to far from the Gas lamp district.
Room didn't get a excellent because there was not closet and the only place to hang my clothes was in the bathroom on a rack in front of the toilet.. And.. the space around the door to the room is tooooo wide, you could see into the hallway and the light shines into the room all night. (enough locks on the door? yep!)
Over all, it was Great, because those list of complaints are so very minor and I must say Life is good when those are my (your) only complaints. :)
I had a great time, I would most likely stay again, it's a little pricy, but you get what you pay for. : ) | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-11-11T00:00:00 | 1 | My get away @ the Ramada N
Everything was easy.. reservation went smoothly.. when I called we discussed discounts, I got a reasonable discount, the staff was lovely and very helpful.
The room was perfect for my solo trip, bed very comfy, 5 fluffy pillows. Close to bus stops, places to eat, a few sights to see.
The only reason I didn't rate 'location' as excellent is because it was just to far from the Gas lamp district.
Room didn't get a excellent because there was not closet and the only place to hang my clothes was in the bathroom on a rack in front of the toilet.. And.. the space around the door to the room is tooooo wide, you could see into the hallway and the light shines into the room all night. (enough locks on the door? yep!)
Over all, it was Great, because those list of complaints are so very minor and I must say Life is good when those are my (your) only complaints. :)
I had a great time, I would most likely stay again, it's a little pricy, but you get what you pay for. : ) | 1,001 | __label__en |
143,761,165 | 2153C446DF5F91A8C43202C368CF6C4D | Great hotel with great staff (Ellen!) | The location of the hotel is perfect--it's close to Central Park and Time Square.
The staff working at the hotel is great. Particularly Ellen, who worked at the concierge desk, was fantastic. She made the whole process faster and more efficient. My friend and I arrived a little earlier than the check in time, which is 4pm, but she was able to find us a room without making us wait. It really made our experience a lot better!
I didn't eat at hotel's restaurant, so I'm not sure if that's good. But for a short stay in NY, this hotel is a great value. | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-10-26T00:00:00 | 1 | Great hotel with great staff (Ellen!)
The location of the hotel is perfect--it's close to Central Park and Time Square.
The staff working at the hotel is great. Particularly Ellen, who worked at the concierge desk, was fantastic. She made the whole process faster and more efficient. My friend and I arrived a little earlier than the check in time, which is 4pm, but she was able to find us a room without making us wait. It really made our experience a lot better!
I didn't eat at hotel's restaurant, so I'm not sure if that's good. But for a short stay in NY, this hotel is a great value. | 591 | __label__en |
136,164,500 | 310CE25A7855EA7FD5CF0DCD30023E75 | Nice hotel in a location you can make work | I was staying here for a conference and decided to add on a couple of days to explore LA a bit. I was originally concerned that it would be hard to get anywhere from here without a car, but I was pleasantly surprised. The consierge was very helpful in helping me figure out day trips. Took the bus to Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Getty Museum, etc. and the subway to Hollywood. My experience was that you can visit LA without a car! The bus does take you through some "non-tourist' areas, but it never felt unsafe to this woman traveling alone. On the other hand, the jogging route that the hotel suggests did feel a little uncomfortable (it was partly the same routet as the bus; it was more that I felt ridiculous jogging through there rather than unsafe; jogging by men lined up waiting for work and people lined up at food pantrys). The neighborhood around the hotel changes pretty quickly and is not very busy at night. I did, however, find a number of places nearby to get dinner and a drink. I found the hotel itself to be very nice: comfortable rooms, great city views, and a very nice revolving bar on the top. It is probably not the most convienent place for a tourist to stay, but you can definitely make it work if you are comfortable navigating through a city. | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-08-03T00:00:00 | 1 | Nice hotel in a location you can make work
I was staying here for a conference and decided to add on a couple of days to explore LA a bit. I was originally concerned that it would be hard to get anywhere from here without a car, but I was pleasantly surprised. The consierge was very helpful in helping me figure out day trips. Took the bus to Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Getty Museum, etc. and the subway to Hollywood. My experience was that you can visit LA without a car! The bus does take you through some "non-tourist' areas, but it never felt unsafe to this woman traveling alone. On the other hand, the jogging route that the hotel suggests did feel a little uncomfortable (it was partly the same routet as the bus; it was more that I felt ridiculous jogging through there rather than unsafe; jogging by men lined up waiting for work and people lined up at food pantrys). The neighborhood around the hotel changes pretty quickly and is not very busy at night. I did, however, find a number of places nearby to get dinner and a drink. I found the hotel itself to be very nice: comfortable rooms, great city views, and a very nice revolving bar on the top. It is probably not the most convienent place for a tourist to stay, but you can definitely make it work if you are comfortable navigating through a city. | 1,316 | __label__en |
134,236,306 | 680F6C83575F84E0FC8761300E6029F5 | BEST. HOTEL. EVER. | I stayed here June 28-30 and loved it! The service was awesome and the product was fantastic! The beds were the best I've ever slept in! I can usually never sleep in hotels but I slept like a baby! The free WiFi was fast, the TV sharp, and I LOVED the bathroom! Overhead shower faucet; how have I never heard of this?
They are within walking distance to virtually everything: Navy Pier, Magnificent Mile, Millennium Park. Water Tower Place, Shedd Aquarium, and Wilson Tower are a bit further but walking is a part of the Chicago experience! :)
When I return to Chicago, I will only stay at the Radisson Blu. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-07-12T00:00:00 | 1 | BEST. HOTEL. EVER.
I stayed here June 28-30 and loved it! The service was awesome and the product was fantastic! The beds were the best I've ever slept in! I can usually never sleep in hotels but I slept like a baby! The free WiFi was fast, the TV sharp, and I LOVED the bathroom! Overhead shower faucet; how have I never heard of this?
They are within walking distance to virtually everything: Navy Pier, Magnificent Mile, Millennium Park. Water Tower Place, Shedd Aquarium, and Wilson Tower are a bit further but walking is a part of the Chicago experience! :)
When I return to Chicago, I will only stay at the Radisson Blu. | 627 | __label__en |
126,755,354 | 600CF0F31E6A2473593198F778908B9E | Great Location. Best rooms for price in Times Square. | If you use your GPS, you will end up on across the way. The address is Broadway, but is on the corner of 7th and 47. If you drive there, there are only abut 3 spots on 7th for unloading.
room was great, decent size by any standard, very large for Manhattan standards. Nice to have a sofa to sit on and mini fridge. The windows pull in so you get air or take pictures. Carpet was clean, linens were of high quality, 2 tvs. Bed/pillows were very comfortable. HVAC system was a lot quieter than other hotels, so it was easy to get to sleep. The hotel also has some high tech air purifying system as well. Wifi is the fastest I've experienced in a hotel. Staff were friendly and served with a smile. I was on the 40th floor and there were no elevator delays at all. Breakfast buffet is very expensive, $30 - it is of high quality, but $30 is steep. One downside being so close to action is the noise of sirens late at night. Around dinner time they tighten security and you have to show your card to get up to the lobby, which is good. Good Morning America background is right across the street by the TKTS stairs. Would definitely stay here again. Best hotel I've stayed at in Times Square area. Sound does not travel well between rooms - had some screaming kids next door, but could hardly hear them. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-03-27T00:00:00 | 1 | Great Location. Best rooms for price in Times Square.
If you use your GPS, you will end up on across the way. The address is Broadway, but is on the corner of 7th and 47. If you drive there, there are only abut 3 spots on 7th for unloading.
room was great, decent size by any standard, very large for Manhattan standards. Nice to have a sofa to sit on and mini fridge. The windows pull in so you get air or take pictures. Carpet was clean, linens were of high quality, 2 tvs. Bed/pillows were very comfortable. HVAC system was a lot quieter than other hotels, so it was easy to get to sleep. The hotel also has some high tech air purifying system as well. Wifi is the fastest I've experienced in a hotel. Staff were friendly and served with a smile. I was on the 40th floor and there were no elevator delays at all. Breakfast buffet is very expensive, $30 - it is of high quality, but $30 is steep. One downside being so close to action is the noise of sirens late at night. Around dinner time they tighten security and you have to show your card to get up to the lobby, which is good. Good Morning America background is right across the street by the TKTS stairs. Would definitely stay here again. Best hotel I've stayed at in Times Square area. Sound does not travel well between rooms - had some screaming kids next door, but could hardly hear them. | 1,352 | __label__en |
143,912,654 | FFD2C8AED0A8D96FD2A49080650C1C96 | Could be so much better | The Hudson Hotel in NYC looks so good - but the reality is that it is badly let (and lit) down in comparison to other boutique hotels I've stayed at.
Firstly though, the one big compliment. With the exception of a doorman who I found to be rude (not to me but to the taxis of NYC which didn't ensure a smooth ride anywhere!) the staff were very good. From reception, to the breakfast guys to security and cleaners - though they did try to get in three times whilst I was either trying to go to the loo or shower. Thankfully the room is so small you can stop access pretty quickly!
However, the problem is there are more downsides then ups. Aside from breakfast (which I'll come on to later), there was absolutely no food available in the hotel aside from vending machines on each floor. The one or ours appeared to be turned off, and the drinks one took my three dollars and wouldn't give it back when it eventually said there was no drinks available. You couldn't even get a cup of coffee or a cup or tea - no in-room facilities - at the very least, you should be able to get a warm drink!
Breakfast was very over-priced for what it was - and unfortunately, a booking error meant that we ended up paying for this (not The Hudson's error admittedly). The food is served in the library on the pool table and constists of fruit, yoghurt, hard-boiled eggs, bread rolls and a few pastries. One of which, is discovered far too late, appeared to be date and walnut! It didn't make for a comfortable return home to Heathrow I can assure you.
Back to the rooms and both me and my parents had problems with them. Mum and Dad had to change rooms after it was discovered to be impossible to open the cupboards as the builders had put the door on the wrong side of the cupboards making them inoperable. They didn't have a fridge either (which wasn't on anyway when you got one), so they changed rooms. The rooms are tiny - from the bed I was able to touch both walls without too much difficulty. When you add cases, ironing boards and such like there isn't a lot of room to play with. From the bed you can see right through to the bathroom via the shower - might be nice with the right people, but do you really want to see someone else sitting on the toilet? Not a particularly nice thought!
I had a problem with my safe - quickly sorted admittedly - while our tv's both needed attention. In the end it became quicker to deal with it ourselves but should guests really have to unplug and then plug their tv's back in when they return at night?
The rooms were noisy with the city life below which can't be helped - but the heavy doors were also very easily slammed. When you living that close to each other, you can hear it very quickly. Indeed, my mother suggested that she'd always wanted to know how it felt like to be in prison.....well, now she knew.
In short, with a little bit more love and attention, The Hudson could be a very good boutique hotel, ideally situated near the subway and Central Park on Colombus Circle. At present though, it fails to hit the mark on far too many targets. If you're claustrophobic in any way - don't even bother. | 2 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 2,012 | 2012-10-28T00:00:00 | 1 | Could be so much better
The Hudson Hotel in NYC looks so good - but the reality is that it is badly let (and lit) down in comparison to other boutique hotels I've stayed at.
Firstly though, the one big compliment. With the exception of a doorman who I found to be rude (not to me but to the taxis of NYC which didn't ensure a smooth ride anywhere!) the staff were very good. From reception, to the breakfast guys to security and cleaners - though they did try to get in three times whilst I was either trying to go to the loo or shower. Thankfully the room is so small you can stop access pretty quickly!
However, the problem is there are more downsides then ups. Aside from breakfast (which I'll come on to later), there was absolutely no food available in the hotel aside from vending machines on each floor. The one or ours appeared to be turned off, and the drinks one took my three dollars and wouldn't give it back when it eventually said there was no drinks available. You couldn't even get a cup of coffee or a cup or tea - no in-room facilities - at the very least, you should be able to get a warm drink!
Breakfast was very over-priced for what it was - and unfortunately, a booking error meant that we ended up paying for this (not The Hudson's error admittedly). The food is served in the library on the pool table and constists of fruit, yoghurt, hard-boiled eggs, bread rolls and a few pastries. One of which, is discovered far too late, appeared to be date and walnut! It didn't make for a comfortable return home to Heathrow I can assure you.
Back to the rooms and both me and my parents had problems with them. Mum and Dad had to change rooms after it was discovered to be impossible to open the cupboards as the builders had put the door on the wrong side of the cupboards making them inoperable. They didn't have a fridge either (which wasn't on anyway when you got one), so they changed rooms. The rooms are tiny - from the bed I was able to touch both walls without too much difficulty. When you add cases, ironing boards and such like there isn't a lot of room to play with. From the bed you can see right through to the bathroom via the shower - might be nice with the right people, but do you really want to see someone else sitting on the toilet? Not a particularly nice thought!
I had a problem with my safe - quickly sorted admittedly - while our tv's both needed attention. In the end it became quicker to deal with it ourselves but should guests really have to unplug and then plug their tv's back in when they return at night?
The rooms were noisy with the city life below which can't be helped - but the heavy doors were also very easily slammed. When you living that close to each other, you can hear it very quickly. Indeed, my mother suggested that she'd always wanted to know how it felt like to be in prison.....well, now she knew.
In short, with a little bit more love and attention, The Hudson could be a very good boutique hotel, ideally situated near the subway and Central Park on Colombus Circle. At present though, it fails to hit the mark on far too many targets. If you're claustrophobic in any way - don't even bother. | 3,164 | __label__en |
133,525,587 | 0255C93ECBBEAE08EB2741C4A941B777 | Great conference at the Ballantyne | The staff at The Ballantyne could not have been more helpful, accomodating and nice! Anything we asked for we were provided with. We were at the The Ballantyne for a conference with my work and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. This would be a great getaway. The rooms were amazing, the bathroom very luxorious. The pool was excellent as was the pool bar. We ate many meals at the resort and they were all great. We loved eating out on the veranda and watching the golfers and our food was excellent. I highly recommend it!
The only downside if you can call it that - was that it seemed like the resort was in the middle of no-where. We did venture out one night for dinner and while it looked like the restaurant was only a few blocks away . . . . you had to cross 2 - 6 lane highways and in order to "shorten" the trip had to walk thru the grass as there was no sidewalk linking you to the shops/restaurants that were really not that far away. | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-07-05T00:00:00 | 1 | Great conference at the Ballantyne
The staff at The Ballantyne could not have been more helpful, accomodating and nice! Anything we asked for we were provided with. We were at the The Ballantyne for a conference with my work and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. This would be a great getaway. The rooms were amazing, the bathroom very luxorious. The pool was excellent as was the pool bar. We ate many meals at the resort and they were all great. We loved eating out on the veranda and watching the golfers and our food was excellent. I highly recommend it!
The only downside if you can call it that - was that it seemed like the resort was in the middle of no-where. We did venture out one night for dinner and while it looked like the restaurant was only a few blocks away . . . . you had to cross 2 - 6 lane highways and in order to "shorten" the trip had to walk thru the grass as there was no sidewalk linking you to the shops/restaurants that were really not that far away. | 976 | __label__en |
136,818,209 | 34599BD8AC22A6C973A6940465D46DB9 | good again | Stayed at this hotel before and knew it was a good place. Was not disappointed. Requested high floor overlooking ground zero and that was what we got. Its a good clean hotel with a subway on the doorstep and plenty to see in the local area.
We booked full buffet breakfast with our package but this caused a daily problem as they kept telling us we were only entitled to continental breakfast. We obviously persisted till we got what we were paying for. We visited the front desk several times and the coupons were altered but the problem persisted. On the second last day of the trip the correct coupons arrived but by then the staff knew us. We laughed about it but it was a bit embarrassing. However, I would stay there again without a second thought. | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-08-10T00:00:00 | 1 | good again
Stayed at this hotel before and knew it was a good place. Was not disappointed. Requested high floor overlooking ground zero and that was what we got. Its a good clean hotel with a subway on the doorstep and plenty to see in the local area.
We booked full buffet breakfast with our package but this caused a daily problem as they kept telling us we were only entitled to continental breakfast. We obviously persisted till we got what we were paying for. We visited the front desk several times and the coupons were altered but the problem persisted. On the second last day of the trip the correct coupons arrived but by then the staff knew us. We laughed about it but it was a bit embarrassing. However, I would stay there again without a second thought. | 765 | __label__en |
139,895,866 | 2C39E6D34F3C6F38316AEFBF0CDD36D9 | Loved this hotel | I stayed in a twin room (two double beds) with my mam and sister, it was perfect. The beds are really comfortable. Location is excellent as it is very central.
Complimentary continental breakfast was lovely, we had it each morning.
Hotel staff are great, very friendly and helpful. I have to say that STAR service was great, we dealt with Jacob and nothing was too much, really friendly and helpful. Food recommendations and information on tours, shows etc.
If I was back in NY I would definitely stay here again. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-09-10T00:00:00 | 1 | Loved this hotel
I stayed in a twin room (two double beds) with my mam and sister, it was perfect. The beds are really comfortable. Location is excellent as it is very central.
Complimentary continental breakfast was lovely, we had it each morning.
Hotel staff are great, very friendly and helpful. I have to say that STAR service was great, we dealt with Jacob and nothing was too much, really friendly and helpful. Food recommendations and information on tours, shows etc.
If I was back in NY I would definitely stay here again. | 532 | __label__en |
147,738,366 | F26F44D645B8796B570886D833AD8EAB | Great new updates at Reunion | We are local and stayed at the Hyatt for a friend's wedding. It was a great experience from check in to check out. I highly recommend this property. Valet were efficient and friendly, front desk employees were professional and helpful. The sports bar was fantastic with a tasty, imaginative bar menu. The room renovation is comfortable and inviting with all the latest tech amenities. The hotel is convenient and within walking distance to restaurants and museums and entertainment and if you don't feel like walking it's just a short cab ride. Since I live here this will be my go to spot for my next "staycation"! | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-12-19T00:00:00 | 1 | Great new updates at Reunion
We are local and stayed at the Hyatt for a friend's wedding. It was a great experience from check in to check out. I highly recommend this property. Valet were efficient and friendly, front desk employees were professional and helpful. The sports bar was fantastic with a tasty, imaginative bar menu. The room renovation is comfortable and inviting with all the latest tech amenities. The hotel is convenient and within walking distance to restaurants and museums and entertainment and if you don't feel like walking it's just a short cab ride. Since I live here this will be my go to spot for my next "staycation"! | 644 | __label__en |
143,787,414 | B9661998211C7F5E9D2065BAD71543B0 | Henry Robinson | Henry Robinson is the Lobby Ambassador at the above hotel. Our agency always stays there every year for our conference. He remembered many of us from the previous years. That is fantastic customer service. He went above and beyond for many of us during our stay. He is very charming and helpful. | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-10-26T00:00:00 | 1 | Henry Robinson
Henry Robinson is the Lobby Ambassador at the above hotel. Our agency always stays there every year for our conference. He remembered many of us from the previous years. That is fantastic customer service. He went above and beyond for many of us during our stay. He is very charming and helpful. | 310 | __label__en |
132,796,823 | D072267295958153529B766BEF4FFE80 | Great hotel - great location if you want to be close to Times Square | Pros- 1)location, we picked this hotel because my elderly parents would be able to walk to the theatre, restaurants and Times Square (duffy square bleachers to people-watch)
2)pharmacy and small grocery store is across the street
3) Helpful and courteous staff
4) Clean Westin hotel
5) elevators are fast
Cons
1) the escalator was broken for most of our visit
2) drink prices in the bar are expensive
3) it is near Times Square, it may be too busy and tourist over-run for some people | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-06-26T00:00:00 | 1 | Great hotel - great location if you want to be close to Times Square
Pros- 1)location, we picked this hotel because my elderly parents would be able to walk to the theatre, restaurants and Times Square (duffy square bleachers to people-watch)
2)pharmacy and small grocery store is across the street
3) Helpful and courteous staff
4) Clean Westin hotel
5) elevators are fast
Cons
1) the escalator was broken for most of our visit
2) drink prices in the bar are expensive
3) it is near Times Square, it may be too busy and tourist over-run for some people | 553 | __label__en |
123,806,595 | E3BFD7D3C7D3E50E8501EED39770AF56 | wonderful convenient hotel | We were in Chicago for business but this was also a vacation staying at the Embassy on State. We were in a all suite hotel exceptional room size refrig., coffee maker, microwave,2 sinks excluding the one in the restroom. Great location close to everything. 2 blocks from Michigan. Great breakfast, full not continental. Appetisers & drinks 2 hours 530p to 730p. We did not have intention to move our auto so we parked for less at a convenient parking garage right on the next corner. Safe. I believe 38 or 40 per night, One night we were exhaused decided to go to Bock Bottom restraunt. The Hamburger with gorgonzola cheexe & Bourbon sause is the best burger we have ever had. Wonderful ask also tor the lettuce & tomato if u like because unless u ask for the extras they do not serve it. No additional cost. Other restraunts we have tried before are one of the best Bistros Bijons, Keefers for steak, Grand Lux, Chop House, Bandera,Volera ( Italian, )The Purple Pig. Great hotel & great dining & business made into fun. The hotel is great for a girls weekend or for families also. Have fun we did 5 nights | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-01-29T00:00:00 | 1 | wonderful convenient hotel
We were in Chicago for business but this was also a vacation staying at the Embassy on State. We were in a all suite hotel exceptional room size refrig., coffee maker, microwave,2 sinks excluding the one in the restroom. Great location close to everything. 2 blocks from Michigan. Great breakfast, full not continental. Appetisers & drinks 2 hours 530p to 730p. We did not have intention to move our auto so we parked for less at a convenient parking garage right on the next corner. Safe. I believe 38 or 40 per night, One night we were exhaused decided to go to Bock Bottom restraunt. The Hamburger with gorgonzola cheexe & Bourbon sause is the best burger we have ever had. Wonderful ask also tor the lettuce & tomato if u like because unless u ask for the extras they do not serve it. No additional cost. Other restraunts we have tried before are one of the best Bistros Bijons, Keefers for steak, Grand Lux, Chop House, Bandera,Volera ( Italian, )The Purple Pig. Great hotel & great dining & business made into fun. The hotel is great for a girls weekend or for families also. Have fun we did 5 nights | 1,133 | __label__en |
127,216,667 | 3362255AAFFABEDD27AC56A1132ECAC7 | Best hotel in Boston! | My recent stay at the Ritz was beyond exceptional! The room I stayed in was gorgeous, clean, spacious, and very comfortable. But beyond just the room, the Ritz always makes your stay a fantastic experience. The staff is so friendly and eager to take care of your every need. The concierge staff was very knowledgeable and extremely helpful. The food and service at the restaurant was wonderful. I love the location, right downtown on the park!... steps from the theater district, restaurants, shopping, and walking distance to pretty much everything. Definitely a beautiful hotel, fabulous accommodations, and top-notch service. I would definitely recommend staying at the Ritz to anyone. I am looking forward to my next visit! | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-04-03T00:00:00 | 1 | Best hotel in Boston!
My recent stay at the Ritz was beyond exceptional! The room I stayed in was gorgeous, clean, spacious, and very comfortable. But beyond just the room, the Ritz always makes your stay a fantastic experience. The staff is so friendly and eager to take care of your every need. The concierge staff was very knowledgeable and extremely helpful. The food and service at the restaurant was wonderful. I love the location, right downtown on the park!... steps from the theater district, restaurants, shopping, and walking distance to pretty much everything. Definitely a beautiful hotel, fabulous accommodations, and top-notch service. I would definitely recommend staying at the Ritz to anyone. I am looking forward to my next visit! | 749 | __label__en |
146,851,101 | 46E3539F366D1C0F70A3267706D3269F | Best Customer Service anywher | Ms. Rita Washington made my stay a joy. She remembered my name from my previous stays when she also gave great customer service. If she lived in my area, I would try to steal her away as an employee. Hotel is older but nicely remodeled. Will always stay here when I am visiting my corporate office. Thanks Ms. Rita for making me feel like family! | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-12-05T00:00:00 | 1 | Best Customer Service anywher
Ms. Rita Washington made my stay a joy. She remembered my name from my previous stays when she also gave great customer service. If she lived in my area, I would try to steal her away as an employee. Hotel is older but nicely remodeled. Will always stay here when I am visiting my corporate office. Thanks Ms. Rita for making me feel like family! | 376 | __label__en |
131,548,267 | EA09B1B06D0F2B1105009FBBA975500E | Value for money | This is NOT a place to stay for a romantic break with your partner - however, if you want a GREAT location in a clean room for reasonable money, then this is the place for you. The rooms are clean and basic, sure they can be a bit noisy but this is the centre of a busy city - ask for a room on the back, we did, they are quieter but nowhere in the centre of a big city is truly peaceful. We were in walking distance of the city centre, trams, restaurants and bars and I would recommend the place if you are there sight-seeing and just sleeping in your room - as I said if you want a romantic break, then pick somewhere else | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 2,012 | 2012-06-08T00:00:00 | 1 | Value for money
This is NOT a place to stay for a romantic break with your partner - however, if you want a GREAT location in a clean room for reasonable money, then this is the place for you. The rooms are clean and basic, sure they can be a bit noisy but this is the centre of a busy city - ask for a room on the back, we did, they are quieter but nowhere in the centre of a big city is truly peaceful. We were in walking distance of the city centre, trams, restaurants and bars and I would recommend the place if you are there sight-seeing and just sleeping in your room - as I said if you want a romantic break, then pick somewhere else | 640 | __label__en |
133,602,683 | 40ED9ED75237682372ED5F58E0E8DCAE | Good from the word Go | You know that you're in for a great stay at the Four Seasons when they ask you at reception if it'd be OK to move to to a room that overlooks the park!(It was) I've stayed here many times and couldn't be happier. Great service and attention to detail. A friendly bar. Centrally located close to shopping, great restaurants and - of course - the park! | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-07-06T00:00:00 | 1 | Good from the word Go
You know that you're in for a great stay at the Four Seasons when they ask you at reception if it'd be OK to move to to a room that overlooks the park!(It was) I've stayed here many times and couldn't be happier. Great service and attention to detail. A friendly bar. Centrally located close to shopping, great restaurants and - of course - the park! | 372 | __label__en |
131,588,076 | A79D42A0D731C4D25A182EDE9067ACB6 | The price was right, though. | Okay, the hotel is in a very strategic location and it was cheap. That's exactly what I wanted and it met my expectations. For you who expect more, or at least what Ramada says this hotel offers, the actual experience was this: It's surrounded by new office buildings, condos, hotels, and the convention center is within walking distance, but all of this is in what was a real seedy section of town. Some old flop houses are still in use in the immediate area. Therefore, you'll experience a lot of unsavory folks and when you sit down to eat your breakfast, in the old saloon, that "I just woke up to a beautiful brand new day" feeling quickly evaporates as soon as you see the human condition passing by. I work in a big city and I didn't feel comfortable when we walked 2 blocks to the CVS Pharmacy to get postcards. Also, there are several small parking lots a few yards from the hotel and car alarms kept going off.
There's a great roof top area with a spectacular view of San Diego! This is the hotel's jewel! So, why does it seem more like a long haul bus station seating area in New Orleans? The pig needs more lipstick and then she'll knock 'em dead. The hotel has a tiny, old time, elevator which boasts it was the "fastest elevator in the world" in its day. It has an accordion gate you have to open and close, which is quaint, but not easy because it's heavy. If you're carrying smaller bags you tend to fumble about & you get pinched by the gate. The one chair in the room had 2 stains so nothing went on it, including me, and the cord to the lovely Plantation Shudders was stuck so I didn't get any more natural light nor a view to the outside.
All of that was okay for us though because I wanted cheap, and I got cheap. | 2 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 2,012 | 2012-06-09T00:00:00 | 1 | The price was right, though.
Okay, the hotel is in a very strategic location and it was cheap. That's exactly what I wanted and it met my expectations. For you who expect more, or at least what Ramada says this hotel offers, the actual experience was this: It's surrounded by new office buildings, condos, hotels, and the convention center is within walking distance, but all of this is in what was a real seedy section of town. Some old flop houses are still in use in the immediate area. Therefore, you'll experience a lot of unsavory folks and when you sit down to eat your breakfast, in the old saloon, that "I just woke up to a beautiful brand new day" feeling quickly evaporates as soon as you see the human condition passing by. I work in a big city and I didn't feel comfortable when we walked 2 blocks to the CVS Pharmacy to get postcards. Also, there are several small parking lots a few yards from the hotel and car alarms kept going off.
There's a great roof top area with a spectacular view of San Diego! This is the hotel's jewel! So, why does it seem more like a long haul bus station seating area in New Orleans? The pig needs more lipstick and then she'll knock 'em dead. The hotel has a tiny, old time, elevator which boasts it was the "fastest elevator in the world" in its day. It has an accordion gate you have to open and close, which is quaint, but not easy because it's heavy. If you're carrying smaller bags you tend to fumble about & you get pinched by the gate. The one chair in the room had 2 stains so nothing went on it, including me, and the cord to the lovely Plantation Shudders was stuck so I didn't get any more natural light nor a view to the outside.
All of that was okay for us though because I wanted cheap, and I got cheap. | 1,764 | __label__en |
139,443,582 | 82BF0CDD4CE9BDF1D236D72748759334 | Cozy, a little too cozy | the location was great, the staff friendly enough but:
only eggs or bland cereal for breakfast (would some Smacks kill ya?), very tiny room with almost no surface space to put your stuff, and way too hot at night. all in all I have to say it was an average stay at a quite pricey hotel. cut the prices by a quarter and you might get good value. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 2,012 | 2012-09-05T00:00:00 | 1 | Cozy, a little too cozy
the location was great, the staff friendly enough but:
only eggs or bland cereal for breakfast (would some Smacks kill ya?), very tiny room with almost no surface space to put your stuff, and way too hot at night. all in all I have to say it was an average stay at a quite pricey hotel. cut the prices by a quarter and you might get good value. | 368 | __label__en |
126,178,656 | E6767B9EDE8000FB55B3CE61D3DDDBB2 | Great Value Hotel | Stayed here for 2 nights. It is an excellent hotel. Great Value for money.
It looked as if it had been recently refurbished as everything was new in the room.
The breakfast was one of the best i have had for this price hotel. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-03-16T00:00:00 | 1 | Great Value Hotel
Stayed here for 2 nights. It is an excellent hotel. Great Value for money.
It looked as if it had been recently refurbished as everything was new in the room.
The breakfast was one of the best i have had for this price hotel. | 243 | __label__en |
129,255,352 | 3A50CEDDFD3978D5BCAC9C480D0F197F | Magnolia Hotel Dallas- Can't say enough nice things | I can't say enough good things about the Mahnolia Hotel in Dallas and there service and their staff. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-05-02T00:00:00 | 1 | Magnolia Hotel Dallas- Can't say enough nice things
I can't say enough good things about the Mahnolia Hotel in Dallas and there service and their staff. | 152 | __label__en |
127,355,814 | 0584235200E84EC9316EFAA50B269605 | Great location, excellent service | Close to lots of attractions and restaurants. Great rooms, wonderful beds and they let you pick your pillow type. But their biggest asset is the staff! Everyone was extremely nice and very helpful. Especially Van! | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-04-06T00:00:00 | 1 | Great location, excellent service
Close to lots of attractions and restaurants. Great rooms, wonderful beds and they let you pick your pillow type. But their biggest asset is the staff! Everyone was extremely nice and very helpful. Especially Van! | 247 | __label__en |
140,942,459 | E04F9F6B31693F4FB97F060DB6FB1210 | Great hotel in SF | Recently remodeled and close to everything -- located right by the entry to SF China Town. Our rooms (2) were quite spacious, nicely decorated and very clean. Hotel staff were friendly and knowledgeable. Free coffee downstairs in the morning. Unfortunately, we stayed only one night -- wish we could have stayed longer! I highly recommend this hotel! | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-09-22T00:00:00 | 1 | Great hotel in SF
Recently remodeled and close to everything -- located right by the entry to SF China Town. Our rooms (2) were quite spacious, nicely decorated and very clean. Hotel staff were friendly and knowledgeable. Free coffee downstairs in the morning. Unfortunately, we stayed only one night -- wish we could have stayed longer! I highly recommend this hotel! | 368 | __label__en |
135,728,049 | 58799E318263D0B1E1EB77222626C127 | Great hotel | Great deal thru Priceline. Was in walking distance to everything. There is $30 self parking fee. Had a really nice big clean room and really enjoyed our stay. I would stay here again without hesitation. | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-07-29T00:00:00 | 1 | Great hotel
Great deal thru Priceline. Was in walking distance to everything. There is $30 self parking fee. Had a really nice big clean room and really enjoyed our stay. I would stay here again without hesitation. | 214 | __label__en |
140,247,039 | 082DABC0FF5192267A57700960B747BC | Genuine Hospitality | I have traveled throughout the U.S., Europe and South America and I have never come across someone like "Sheriff Daniel." He is a genuine and truly cares about his guests. Keep up the good work Sheriff! I have recommended the Doubletree Guest Suites to many colleagues and friends due to the fine and unique service I received from Sheriff Daniel. Thank you for making a lasting impression. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-09-14T00:00:00 | 1 | Genuine Hospitality
I have traveled throughout the U.S., Europe and South America and I have never come across someone like "Sheriff Daniel." He is a genuine and truly cares about his guests. Keep up the good work Sheriff! I have recommended the Doubletree Guest Suites to many colleagues and friends due to the fine and unique service I received from Sheriff Daniel. Thank you for making a lasting impression. | 410 | __label__en |
142,801,426 | 10EC5946CDAEE40FE166F9A900D6F54D | Great for a short stay | One nighter for Rice University tour. Chose for free parking and wio-fi. Beds nice, room fine, staff helpful. Could have comfortably stayed another night. Breakfast is mediocre: limited choice, bad coffee. | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-10-14T00:00:00 | 1 | Great for a short stay
One nighter for Rice University tour. Chose for free parking and wio-fi. Beds nice, room fine, staff helpful. Could have comfortably stayed another night. Breakfast is mediocre: limited choice, bad coffee. | 228 | __label__en |
136,396,029 | 660C8471291A0CC047A8389278EF73B5 | Great Hotel in a Great Location | The service at this hotel was exceptional. The room service and maids always greeted me with a smile when I was walking by in the hallway. I highly suggest a corner view room with a Harbor view. This way you can get both a great view of the city and the Harbor, The pool/whirpool area could use some retiling. If you prefer a more traditional decor (such as big heavy drapes and classic furniture) then you will love this hotel but I prefer something a little more modern. However, I was able to access the internet quite easily. If you have a family in for the weekend, you must take in the entertainment that is offered outside of the hotel on Friday nights. My friends and I watched the Princess Bride Friday night on a large movie theatre screen that hung over the middle of an outlet for the harbor. The hotel is also a very short walk to Christopher Columbus Park, Fanueil Hall and the North End, where you can find some great desserts. | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-08-06T00:00:00 | 1 | Great Hotel in a Great Location
The service at this hotel was exceptional. The room service and maids always greeted me with a smile when I was walking by in the hallway. I highly suggest a corner view room with a Harbor view. This way you can get both a great view of the city and the Harbor, The pool/whirpool area could use some retiling. If you prefer a more traditional decor (such as big heavy drapes and classic furniture) then you will love this hotel but I prefer something a little more modern. However, I was able to access the internet quite easily. If you have a family in for the weekend, you must take in the entertainment that is offered outside of the hotel on Friday nights. My friends and I watched the Princess Bride Friday night on a large movie theatre screen that hung over the middle of an outlet for the harbor. The hotel is also a very short walk to Christopher Columbus Park, Fanueil Hall and the North End, where you can find some great desserts. | 974 | __label__en |
136,160,323 | AB05B9EA43C0C7C3E92CB08AE7C4B42F | I would stay away from this place... | If I could give this place a negative rating I certainly would. I have stayed at this place for two weeks; my first week wasn’t that bad. It is true that the minute you walk in the room smells musty (but this is the case with most hotels in the Baymedows area, I am not sure why) the rooms were okay not clean as you could see spider webs on the ceiling. For a lack of better choice I decided to stay with them again for a second time, bad choice. I found a roach in roaming thru my bag the morning after I checked in. I called and requested them to change my room and move my stuff. That was nice that they did that for me, however when they moved my stuff they moved the roach with it. Instead of taking care of the problem by getting the room inspected for further bugs or getting rid of the bug problems they have the problem follow me. I called the front office that night informing of the inconvenience, her response (I think her name was Alisha) was more like “Ok and you want me to do what with it?” there was no apology for it no compassion, no emotions whatsoever in regards to my two nights of wasted sleep. At this point I asked specifically to be contacted by the Manager to talk about this. The next day I walk in, I had no call from the manager neither was my room serviced. The roach I had killed myself (so proud of me and feel so brave) was still at the same place I had left it. After calling the front again (this time the person was sorry and helpful) and expressing my unhappiness over the issue the manager called me not once but twice and sent room service right away; however it was too late by then the damage was done. The impression of this property will never recover in my eyes. One of the worst places I have stayed in so far. To her credit she did offer me 2000 (an average Hilton points for a night stay is 40,000 points FYI) Hilton points and a day of comp stay for my inconvenience but I decided not to take it. I would stay away from this place and someone from the Hilton offices need to give this place a look or shut it down for taking up useless space. | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2,012 | 2012-08-03T00:00:00 | 1 | I would stay away from this place...
If I could give this place a negative rating I certainly would. I have stayed at this place for two weeks; my first week wasn’t that bad. It is true that the minute you walk in the room smells musty (but this is the case with most hotels in the Baymedows area, I am not sure why) the rooms were okay not clean as you could see spider webs on the ceiling. For a lack of better choice I decided to stay with them again for a second time, bad choice. I found a roach in roaming thru my bag the morning after I checked in. I called and requested them to change my room and move my stuff. That was nice that they did that for me, however when they moved my stuff they moved the roach with it. Instead of taking care of the problem by getting the room inspected for further bugs or getting rid of the bug problems they have the problem follow me. I called the front office that night informing of the inconvenience, her response (I think her name was Alisha) was more like “Ok and you want me to do what with it?” there was no apology for it no compassion, no emotions whatsoever in regards to my two nights of wasted sleep. At this point I asked specifically to be contacted by the Manager to talk about this. The next day I walk in, I had no call from the manager neither was my room serviced. The roach I had killed myself (so proud of me and feel so brave) was still at the same place I had left it. After calling the front again (this time the person was sorry and helpful) and expressing my unhappiness over the issue the manager called me not once but twice and sent room service right away; however it was too late by then the damage was done. The impression of this property will never recover in my eyes. One of the worst places I have stayed in so far. To her credit she did offer me 2000 (an average Hilton points for a night stay is 40,000 points FYI) Hilton points and a day of comp stay for my inconvenience but I decided not to take it. I would stay away from this place and someone from the Hilton offices need to give this place a look or shut it down for taking up useless space. | 2,129 | __label__en |
133,728,909 | 575FA9982D734DA7AE1D96C9C224680B | BED BUGS & Very Filthy!!!!! | Interesting how the majority of 5 star reviews seem to originate in the Baltimore area.. obviously staff trying to make it look good.
I've stayed in my share of motels over the years and this was the filthiest place ever. The towels had dirt streaked on them, toilet was wobbly, shower/tub and overall bathroom was too disgusting to shower in.
I have bed bug bites on me from this place. They are healing so I don't know if taking pictures would be helpful at this point, but the stay did result in uncomfortable bed bug bites on our skin.
The room smelled and carpet was very torn and stained. The floor was warped in spots where you can tell it was rotting away. The door had problems locking. When exiting room to go to theadjacent Subway, checked door, and it had to be pulled hard to lock. If I hadn't checked it, the room would have been accessible to anyone.
Did not go to the breakfast, so I can't review that.
Positive things about this place: In our room the lighting worked, AC worked, room had a TV remote, free Wifi worked. | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2,012 | 2012-07-08T00:00:00 | 1 | BED BUGS & Very Filthy!!!!!
Interesting how the majority of 5 star reviews seem to originate in the Baltimore area.. obviously staff trying to make it look good.
I've stayed in my share of motels over the years and this was the filthiest place ever. The towels had dirt streaked on them, toilet was wobbly, shower/tub and overall bathroom was too disgusting to shower in.
I have bed bug bites on me from this place. They are healing so I don't know if taking pictures would be helpful at this point, but the stay did result in uncomfortable bed bug bites on our skin.
The room smelled and carpet was very torn and stained. The floor was warped in spots where you can tell it was rotting away. The door had problems locking. When exiting room to go to theadjacent Subway, checked door, and it had to be pulled hard to lock. If I hadn't checked it, the room would have been accessible to anyone.
Did not go to the breakfast, so I can't review that.
Positive things about this place: In our room the lighting worked, AC worked, room had a TV remote, free Wifi worked. | 1,067 | __label__en |
126,545,370 | 979533DA10C5BBF76A37F1A5A3B2A012 | Great location for a 7 night stay; highly recommended | We originally chose the Empire Hotel based on its proximity to Central Park; since we were on our honeymoon for a week, we didn't want to be in the busy centre of Manhattan the whole time. On our arrival, we were helped with our bags by the bellman straight away and Miriam made our check-in quick and easy at the front desk. She was a credit to the hotel, giving us plenty of friendly advice on local sights. Throughout our stay, we found all of the staff to be nothing short of friendly, professional and courteous.
Our room, a deluxe king, was exceptionally clean and well-maintained with a great view. On the 8th floor, it was away from the noise of the lobby and the rooftop bar, and the sound of the street. We had 7 nights of great sleep, even with the window open. We didn't know what to expect of the room before we came, having read many reviews that the rooms were small, but ours was a great size for the two of us. If you want a bigger room, you can't expect to pay for a standard queen and get a large suite.
The Empire Hotel is in the perfect location for exploring Central Park, visiting the Lincoln Center and getting into downtown Manhattan (it's only a twenty minute walk from Times Square, in fact). When there's a Whole Foods at Columbus Circle, a five-minute walk, you can't beat the location for convenience.
Wi-fi in the lobby area is complementary and If your flight isn't until later in the day on your day of checking out, there's a free luggage storage room. This was great for us, as our flight wasn't until 7pm that evening.
We'd definitely come back if we chose to visit New York again. | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-03-23T00:00:00 | 1 | Great location for a 7 night stay; highly recommended
We originally chose the Empire Hotel based on its proximity to Central Park; since we were on our honeymoon for a week, we didn't want to be in the busy centre of Manhattan the whole time. On our arrival, we were helped with our bags by the bellman straight away and Miriam made our check-in quick and easy at the front desk. She was a credit to the hotel, giving us plenty of friendly advice on local sights. Throughout our stay, we found all of the staff to be nothing short of friendly, professional and courteous.
Our room, a deluxe king, was exceptionally clean and well-maintained with a great view. On the 8th floor, it was away from the noise of the lobby and the rooftop bar, and the sound of the street. We had 7 nights of great sleep, even with the window open. We didn't know what to expect of the room before we came, having read many reviews that the rooms were small, but ours was a great size for the two of us. If you want a bigger room, you can't expect to pay for a standard queen and get a large suite.
The Empire Hotel is in the perfect location for exploring Central Park, visiting the Lincoln Center and getting into downtown Manhattan (it's only a twenty minute walk from Times Square, in fact). When there's a Whole Foods at Columbus Circle, a five-minute walk, you can't beat the location for convenience.
Wi-fi in the lobby area is complementary and If your flight isn't until later in the day on your day of checking out, there's a free luggage storage room. This was great for us, as our flight wasn't until 7pm that evening.
We'd definitely come back if we chose to visit New York again. | 1,671 | __label__en |
141,050,148 | 59F212CF94C37B7802FB782836794557 | GOOD AIRPORT HOTEL WITH FREE SHUTTLE | This is a nice Super 8 with free shuttle close to DIA. You ahve to make sure you reserve the shuttle the night before. It gets busy. It oeprates every 30 minutes but our bus left 10 minutes early. It's only about 10 minutes from the airport so good option for catching flight. Rooms were clean and quite large althugh some guests were complaining about maintenance problems. Our room was fine. Staff on the desk were helpfull and let us use the phone since our friends room phone had no dial tone. Breakfast was available from about 5:30 am. Cereal, toast, waffles, small muffins, yogourt, fresh fruit coffee and juice. Good if you need to hurry to the airport. Internet free in the lobby as well. Price was reasonable for the room and would stay again if at DIA. Shopping at Northfield mall about 15 minutes by car. All regular stores, JC Penney etc. and lots of restaurants to choose from if you don't want to eat at the airport hotel district. | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-09-23T00:00:00 | 1 | GOOD AIRPORT HOTEL WITH FREE SHUTTLE
This is a nice Super 8 with free shuttle close to DIA. You ahve to make sure you reserve the shuttle the night before. It gets busy. It oeprates every 30 minutes but our bus left 10 minutes early. It's only about 10 minutes from the airport so good option for catching flight. Rooms were clean and quite large althugh some guests were complaining about maintenance problems. Our room was fine. Staff on the desk were helpfull and let us use the phone since our friends room phone had no dial tone. Breakfast was available from about 5:30 am. Cereal, toast, waffles, small muffins, yogourt, fresh fruit coffee and juice. Good if you need to hurry to the airport. Internet free in the lobby as well. Price was reasonable for the room and would stay again if at DIA. Shopping at Northfield mall about 15 minutes by car. All regular stores, JC Penney etc. and lots of restaurants to choose from if you don't want to eat at the airport hotel district. | 983 | __label__en |
124,449,187 | F48795EAC70605D3A220E6557D39B0B0 | Worse experience ever! | Reasons: I paid $300 a night for this room and when I got here they said the room was still being cleaned! No where to park. No one told me which elevator to take or when the champage will be delivered.
Seriously! DO NOT GO HERE! MY VALENTINE IS RUINED! UNACCEPTABLE! | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2,012 | 2012-02-11T00:00:00 | 1 | Worse experience ever!
Reasons: I paid $300 a night for this room and when I got here they said the room was still being cleaned! No where to park. No one told me which elevator to take or when the champage will be delivered.
Seriously! DO NOT GO HERE! MY VALENTINE IS RUINED! UNACCEPTABLE! | 290 | __label__en |
136,244,766 | 30DD48AED2078E434D32D932D62E3E52 | Book directly through the hotel! | We were very pleased with this hotel. Friendly and helpful staff, very comfortable bed, and spotless room. Step out of the front door and you are right in the middle of down town. A short walk to Pike Market and all the shops you would want. Enjoyed a delicious dinner at a French restaurantg, near Inn at the Market. We stayed only one night before a cruise, and found it very convenient. We had booked this hotel through Expedia and upon checking out the hotel gave us their invoice. If we had booked through the hotel and not Expedia we would have saved $60.00. Food for thought fellow travellers!! | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-08-04T00:00:00 | 1 | Book directly through the hotel!
We were very pleased with this hotel. Friendly and helpful staff, very comfortable bed, and spotless room. Step out of the front door and you are right in the middle of down town. A short walk to Pike Market and all the shops you would want. Enjoyed a delicious dinner at a French restaurantg, near Inn at the Market. We stayed only one night before a cruise, and found it very convenient. We had booked this hotel through Expedia and upon checking out the hotel gave us their invoice. If we had booked through the hotel and not Expedia we would have saved $60.00. Food for thought fellow travellers!! | 634 | __label__en |
124,784,743 | 1EDBBA1E27B0AB3D8818A8FBAB031AA1 | We had a very nice stay here | I felt this hotel is a very good value. The location is great. Room rates are not out of line. The front desk was very friendly on check in. They let us check in early. I found the other employees to be very friendly. They have a good restaurant and bar with friendly employees. They also have a nice gift shop. There is a computer in the lobby where you can print off your boarding passes if needed. In the morning there is a small kiosk open at one end of the lobby if all you want is coffee and a pastry. The sitting area of the lobby is nice and open with good light coming in. The rooms are typical Holiday Inn, nothing too fancy--a little dated. The bathroom was designed wierdly with the way the door opens into the room. Also the closet in in the bathroom (??). If you get a high room, the view is nice. We would definately stay here again because of the value and location right on the harbor. You can walk to several different attractions and to things in the downtown area. Very close to the trolly stop. It is close to the airport so you get a fair amount of plane noise, but once I got used to it, I never thought about it. | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-02-18T00:00:00 | 1 | We had a very nice stay here
I felt this hotel is a very good value. The location is great. Room rates are not out of line. The front desk was very friendly on check in. They let us check in early. I found the other employees to be very friendly. They have a good restaurant and bar with friendly employees. They also have a nice gift shop. There is a computer in the lobby where you can print off your boarding passes if needed. In the morning there is a small kiosk open at one end of the lobby if all you want is coffee and a pastry. The sitting area of the lobby is nice and open with good light coming in. The rooms are typical Holiday Inn, nothing too fancy--a little dated. The bathroom was designed wierdly with the way the door opens into the room. Also the closet in in the bathroom (??). If you get a high room, the view is nice. We would definately stay here again because of the value and location right on the harbor. You can walk to several different attractions and to things in the downtown area. Very close to the trolly stop. It is close to the airport so you get a fair amount of plane noise, but once I got used to it, I never thought about it. | 1,165 | __label__en |
144,788,522 | 6D9784C7F2BC32D6FECDEA2417231758 | It is a Motel not a Hotel. | The check in was ok but as soon as I entered the room it was a big disappointment.
There was a strange smell maybe coming from the carpets and I was not feeling very comfortable to sleep in this Motel. The sheets had some black spots. They told me is a walking distance to downtown, but it was 3 miles away. Apart from the marina, there is nothing else in this Motel.
The breakfast was average, but as in the USA you barely get a room with breakfast, it was in the positive side. | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2,012 | 2012-11-06T00:00:00 | 1 | It is a Motel not a Hotel.
The check in was ok but as soon as I entered the room it was a big disappointment.
There was a strange smell maybe coming from the carpets and I was not feeling very comfortable to sleep in this Motel. The sheets had some black spots. They told me is a walking distance to downtown, but it was 3 miles away. Apart from the marina, there is nothing else in this Motel.
The breakfast was average, but as in the USA you barely get a room with breakfast, it was in the positive side. | 506 | __label__en |
143,744,362 | 9FB4FA984A1BB8082999A9626069FB29 | Suffices | Was here during conference and I chose this hotel because of its proximity to the city centre. The staff were nice, the room was good, the neighbourhood wasn't the best (but OK during the day), the prize was good. All in all it was good value for money: not a lot of money for an average hotel. | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-10-26T00:00:00 | 1 | Suffices
Was here during conference and I chose this hotel because of its proximity to the city centre. The staff were nice, the room was good, the neighbourhood wasn't the best (but OK during the day), the prize was good. All in all it was good value for money: not a lot of money for an average hotel. | 303 | __label__en |
124,931,879 | 6F4E87CB2403FE25249C1A85430B8AD7 | Hotel away from the bustle of Union Square | My wife and I stayed here the weekend before Valentine's Day for a little getaway. I usually stay closer to Union Square but decided to change things up and choose the hotel that Anthony Bourdain stayed and featured on his new show the Layover.
The location of the Fairmont Hotel is about 5 blocks from Union Square "up the hill" and about 3 blocks from Chinatown.
Checking in was a breeze and the hotel was very elegant. The room was a good size considering it is in San Francisco. There are two main elevators to get to your room and was quick and efficient despite it only holding 10 people per ride. When I made reservations, I was given the option of "early check in" which was an additional $25. This allowed me to check in at 10am rather the regular 3 pm which I would recommend anyone visiting SF to do so.
Unfortunately, being that this hotel is quite old and a lanmark, the plumbing seems like it was stuck in the 1920's. The bathroom in our room didn't flush very strongly and efficiently and resulted in it clogging up on our departure date.
Nonetheless, I would recommend staying here if its for a special occasion and would like a good work-out walking to and from Union Square and Chinatown. | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 2,012 | 2012-02-20T00:00:00 | 1 | Hotel away from the bustle of Union Square
My wife and I stayed here the weekend before Valentine's Day for a little getaway. I usually stay closer to Union Square but decided to change things up and choose the hotel that Anthony Bourdain stayed and featured on his new show the Layover.
The location of the Fairmont Hotel is about 5 blocks from Union Square "up the hill" and about 3 blocks from Chinatown.
Checking in was a breeze and the hotel was very elegant. The room was a good size considering it is in San Francisco. There are two main elevators to get to your room and was quick and efficient despite it only holding 10 people per ride. When I made reservations, I was given the option of "early check in" which was an additional $25. This allowed me to check in at 10am rather the regular 3 pm which I would recommend anyone visiting SF to do so.
Unfortunately, being that this hotel is quite old and a lanmark, the plumbing seems like it was stuck in the 1920's. The bathroom in our room didn't flush very strongly and efficiently and resulted in it clogging up on our departure date.
Nonetheless, I would recommend staying here if its for a special occasion and would like a good work-out walking to and from Union Square and Chinatown. | 1,249 | __label__en |
134,302,694 | ACE7B4C9902A011CB343194C87C69138 | Nice hotel good location great value | We stayed at the Amalfi 2 - 6 July 2012 and liked it very much, it is in a good location close to the Chicago River and within walking distance to most downtown sites. Less than 10 minute walk to CTA station with direct link to O'Hare airport $2.25 each way, have correct amount as machine doesn't give change. This hotel is not grand in appearance, no grandiose lobby or fantastic views, it doesn't matter as in all other respects it is equal and better than many more expensive alternatives and offers great value for money.
A continental breakfast available on each floor to eat in your room appears unusual but we liked it, plenty to eat and drink, the coffee is good, we found it very convenient. The cocktails and nibbles 5.30 - 7.00pm each day was nice and the chilled fruit drink available in the lobby was most welcome on a hot day. All these are included in the price a rarity in most city hotels.
Our room was clean, everything worked, the shower, air conditioning all performed well. It was at the rear over looking a alley and buildings. This didn't bother us one bit, it was quiet and we had four nights good sleep in a most comfortable bed.
The staff were polite and helpful, we had no problems during our stay, however should problems occur we are sure the staff will do all they can to assist.
Staying at the Amalfi proved a good choice we would return and recommend it. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-07-13T00:00:00 | 1 | Nice hotel good location great value
We stayed at the Amalfi 2 - 6 July 2012 and liked it very much, it is in a good location close to the Chicago River and within walking distance to most downtown sites. Less than 10 minute walk to CTA station with direct link to O'Hare airport $2.25 each way, have correct amount as machine doesn't give change. This hotel is not grand in appearance, no grandiose lobby or fantastic views, it doesn't matter as in all other respects it is equal and better than many more expensive alternatives and offers great value for money.
A continental breakfast available on each floor to eat in your room appears unusual but we liked it, plenty to eat and drink, the coffee is good, we found it very convenient. The cocktails and nibbles 5.30 - 7.00pm each day was nice and the chilled fruit drink available in the lobby was most welcome on a hot day. All these are included in the price a rarity in most city hotels.
Our room was clean, everything worked, the shower, air conditioning all performed well. It was at the rear over looking a alley and buildings. This didn't bother us one bit, it was quiet and we had four nights good sleep in a most comfortable bed.
The staff were polite and helpful, we had no problems during our stay, however should problems occur we are sure the staff will do all they can to assist.
Staying at the Amalfi proved a good choice we would return and recommend it. | 1,424 | __label__en |
125,347,993 | 03D950E2F2F9973531299C3C7D78DC23 | spacious and clean! | Had a suite in 34th floor, fantastic, felt like an appartment,we liked it so much that we spent every evening there after walking in manhattan all day. Just picked up pizza in the neighbourhood and relaxed. we had weddinganniversary and mention that, got champagne when we arrived, nice! We also checked out 1 instead of 12 o`clock, we are very satisfied!! | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-02-28T00:00:00 | 1 | spacious and clean!
Had a suite in 34th floor, fantastic, felt like an appartment,we liked it so much that we spent every evening there after walking in manhattan all day. Just picked up pizza in the neighbourhood and relaxed. we had weddinganniversary and mention that, got champagne when we arrived, nice! We also checked out 1 instead of 12 o`clock, we are very satisfied!! | 376 | __label__en |
147,628,519 | 704579286503779FA2282FFFF82E10D5 | The best Hyatt in New York, unique | This is by far the best hyatt in the city.
And if you are visiting downtown NYC, this should be your #1 place to stay
The hotel was affected by the hurricane disaster but the staff, especially restaurant/room service staff, are very welcoming. Food is above average and everything is clean. My favorite was branch. The open kitchen concept is unique and the casual cooking staff there are entertaining. The lobby looks nice and the big rooms are the best hotel rooms in the whole city!
Only one problem, one elevator doesn't work and gets stuck! Please fix | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-12-17T00:00:00 | 1 | The best Hyatt in New York, unique
This is by far the best hyatt in the city.
And if you are visiting downtown NYC, this should be your #1 place to stay
The hotel was affected by the hurricane disaster but the staff, especially restaurant/room service staff, are very welcoming. Food is above average and everything is clean. My favorite was branch. The open kitchen concept is unique and the casual cooking staff there are entertaining. The lobby looks nice and the big rooms are the best hotel rooms in the whole city!
Only one problem, one elevator doesn't work and gets stuck! Please fix | 591 | __label__en |
134,219,608 | EA8028E8D819914B2E719ACCA78C2C64 | The Upper East Side's Best | This is perhaps my tenth visit to The Surrey in the past two years and it never ever disappoints. The staff is the best, Daniel's food beyond compare and the entire atmosphere calls me back time and time again. Then there's the location. You simply cannot beat it.
The entire group of pros who work here make you feel comfortable and like you're the star.
Kudos to all. | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2,012 | 2012-07-12T00:00:00 | 1 | The Upper East Side's Best
This is perhaps my tenth visit to The Surrey in the past two years and it never ever disappoints. The staff is the best, Daniel's food beyond compare and the entire atmosphere calls me back time and time again. Then there's the location. You simply cannot beat it.
The entire group of pros who work here make you feel comfortable and like you're the star.
Kudos to all. | 396 | __label__en |