Spent one night here before running the Illinois half marathon. I was looking for an affordable place to crash for one night and keep my stuff while I was running. I got what I paid for, so I can't complain!
As far as the negative review from 2009, I'll say that it is not even close to being that bad. Yeah, the place has its quirks, like a noisy refrigerator and a microwave that resembles an easy-bake oven. There are not blood stains on the sheets or anything ridiculous like that. The sheets and towels are clean, the rooms' temperature is easily controlled, and there is no foul odor.
My wife did not enjoy the hotel. She found a couple hairs in the room and the place is overall outdated and appears to be junky.
My overall recommendation would be if you and a couple bud's are looking for a place to crash...this place is just fine. If you have your wife/sig. other with you and don't want her to be upset with your choice of accommodations, check in somewhere else.