I stayed here last week on business because the two hotels I normally stay at were booked solid for some reason. It was pretty typical as far a business trip hotel stay goes, but here are my high points and low points of the experience:
Good:
-The gym had state-of-the art Precor treadmills and elliptical trainers with TV screens, just like the ones at my 24 Hour Fitness. There was also a water cooler and a bathroom in the fitness center, which was very convenient. I found this gym to be a lifesaver when I was too pressed for time to drive to a different neighborhood to run outside.
-The two flat screen TV's in the room are a nice touch, as are the microwave and mini-fridge.
-The staff who cooks the made to order breakfast! There was a man and a woman working, I believe the man's name was Mikey, and he was the nicest man! They mistakenly gave me the wrong omelette (some doofus got out of line and messed up the whole flow) and Mikey came running after me and made me a fresh one within minutes! He even remembered to bring me my side of salsa.
-The pool was nice, although I didn't get a chance to use it.
Bad:
-Pricey for what you get. It was $149/night plus $5/night for parking. Tack on internet access charges and room taxes and it's close to $200 a night. More than I would pay for what is essentially a glorified motel in a sketchy neighborhood. I expect more for 200 bones a night.
-The neighborhood is sketchy and the hotel sits right on Thomas Road, which is VERY busy. If you need to get on Hwy 51, making a left turn out of the parking lot can be a nightmare.
If this hotel was closer to the $150/night range (including internet and parking) then I would probably give four stars. I'm glad to know it's there, but I'll always look to stay at another Embassy Suites or Fairfield Inn the area when possible.