Quality Inn that's not so quality - dungeonesque hallways, a non-smoking hotel with rooms that reek of ancient cigarrette smoke, lumpy beds, stained ceilings, and free shuttle that isn't available or is late when you make hour in advance reservations.. Refused late checkout though the hotel did not seem busy at all. If you don't like the way your 'non-smoking' room smells upon entry, request another - I wished I tried this.
The place has some pluses: it's a block and a half from the $3.50/day metro light rail, just minutes/a couple stops north of downtown and the convention center. Free wireless is pretty fast, free breakfast is a great start to the day with just about anything you could want and the staff is amiable though I'd say not particularly outgoing. If you're on a startup budget, you can probably deal with the dilapidated amenities.