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| - Our most recent visit was ths past Oct. I absolutely love this hotel. I had been researching it for a while. I looked into distance from from GCU, things to do in the surrounding area, amenities, etc. We usually stay at Embassy Suites and I found this a cost effective alternative with similar amenities.
Upon check-in, we were greeted by very friendly front desk personnel. The check in process went fast - at the most 5 min. We came in late so it was nice to be on our way and to our room as fast as possible.
The room was smaller than I'm used to and there was no separate living space. However, it did have a slider with a balcony to sit out on to enjoy a nice Fall evening breeze. The bathroom was a nice size. I love that they have a dispenser for shampoo, condtioner and body wash. I have allergies and am quite scent sensitive. The toiletries had a clean fresh scent that didn't bother me at all. The water pressure was excellent! I appreciate that!
OH! by the way, our room was right next to the freeway and we didn't hear any cars go by. I'm guessing they have major insulation to drown it out! :)
It's a little further out from GCU than I had anticipated, but it was a 15 min drive. No biggie. We were busy visiting family so we didn't get to check out anything in the nearby area. I call up a gokart place that was a few minutes away. If you plan to do this, CHECK GROUPON! they had a deal for it too!
Hubby and college kids were comfortably crashed out on the beds. However, I was so uncomfortable that I actually slept on the floor. It doesn't away from our great experience here though.
We missed the manager's reception, so I can't speak on it, but we did make breakfast and it was a nice hot meal. Waffle house was just down the street, but I think the Drury Inn breakfast is much better. They have a buffet style breakfast with make our own pancakes.
I didnt try the pool - not a swimmer, but it looked inviting.
Check out was a breeze.
I'd definitely choose this place over many other higher end hotels in the Phx area. Why would I pay an exorbitant amount of money for a couple nights in Phx at a fancy hotel when I can pay half the cost and get the same (and some times way better) quality of attention and care? Just sayin.
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