Lewiston's BEST Kept Secret: Quality Inn Review (You Won't Believe This!)
Lewiston's BEST Kept Secret: Quality Inn Review (You Won't Believe This!) – Or Maybe You Will, After This Train Wreck of a Review
Alright, buckle up buttercups. This isn't your average, sanitized, corporate-approved hotel review. This is real life, Lewiston style, and we're about to dissect the QUALITY INN – the supposed "best kept secret" – inch by freaking inch. And honestly? The secret's out. Or maybe it's still in… the place is a rollercoaster of good, bad, and "wait, what?"
Let's be clear: This is my experience. Yours might be WILDLY different. Consider yourself warned!
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First Impressions & Accessibility (or: The Front Entrance Saga)
Okay, so: "Best Kept Secret" implies something. Intrigue, right? Well, the intrigue starts the moment you pull up. It's… unassuming. Think a slightly faded, but undeniably present, roadside motel vibe. The exterior is mostly functional. No architectural masterpieces here, folks.
Accessibility: Now, as someone who occasionally trips over air, I appreciate accessibility. And the Quality Inn… does a decent job.
- Wheelchair Accessible? YES! Ramps (mostly), accessible rooms, and (importantly) elevators. Bonus points.
- Facilities for disabled guests: They have them. I can't personally vouch for their flawless execution, but the intent is there.
- Elevator?? Hallelujah! Lugging suitcases up stairs is my version of Olympic weightlifting.
Rambling aside: Getting through the lobby, I had a small panic. It took me 5 minutes to check in with my limited understanding of the front desk staff, with a heavy air of "we're doing the best we can, alright?" But alas, it was all worth it.
Rooms & Amenities: The Good, the Bad, and the "Huh?"
- Available in all rooms: Air conditioning (praise be!), alarm clock (still a thing!), and… a window that opens! Revolutionary.
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!: Okay, this is a big one. And it actually works. More on the internet later.
- Internet access: Good! I managed to upload a picture to my Insta.
- Internet [LAN]: Don't care.
- The bathroom, it's a journey, but I wouldn't say it was bad. It's just… functional. Like me, on an average Tuesday.
- Soundproof rooms: HAH! Okay, so maybe not completely soundproof. I could still hear the faint hum of the world outside my window. It was actually… kind of comforting.
- Seating area: Yes! And it's surprisingly comfy. I actually ended up doing some work here. This is where the laptop workspace came in handy.
- Bathroom phone: Nope.
- Wake-up service: Yes, I think the staff are capable.
Cleanliness & Safety: Trying to Stay Alive
- Professional-grade sanitizing services: Allegedly. I'm not gonna lie, I spritzed my own stuff with Lysol upon arrival. Old habits die hard, right? I gave a quick wipe down.
- Daily disinfection in common areas: I saw a guy with a spray bottle. Does that count?
- Hand sanitizer: Spotted a few dispensers. Praise!
- Rooms sanitized between stays: I believe the hotel staff were trying to make it look as though they were thoroughly cleaning, so that's a plus!
- Fire extinguisher: Yep. Good to know.
- First aid kit: Yep.
- Safe dining setup: Okay. Good.
- Rooms sanitized between stays: Yes.
- Staff trained in safety protocol: Probably.
- Smoke alarms: Yes.
- Security [24-hour]: Front Desk is always open.
- Non-smoking rooms: Bless them.
- CCTV in common areas: Yes.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: Breakfast is the Battlefield
- Breakfast [buffet]: This is where things get… legendary. The "buffet" is a slightly sad collection of pre-packaged muffins, questionable scrambled eggs (were they really scrambled?), and watery coffee. But hey, it's free (included, because who is going to pay extra?).
- Breakfast takeaway service: Yes, you can wrap up your sadness to go.
- Coffee/tea in restaurant: It's coffee. It's tea.
- Restaurants: Nope.
The internet: A Tale of Two Worlds
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!: Yes! The Wi-Fi worked surprisingly well, which was a lifesaver. I was actually able to get some important work done (and stream a few episodes of my favorite show).
- Internet: Yes! I was able to update my social media, which is a must.
- Internet Services: Average.
- Wi-Fi for special events Who is holding special events here?
Pool & Relaxation: Dive into a World of… Okay-ness?
- Swimming pool [outdoor]: I saw one. Looked… okay. Don't get your hopes up for Olympic-sized luxury. It was well-maintained.
- Pool with view: The "view" is just the parking lot. Still, a pool is a pool, am I right?
- Fitness center: Don't expect a state-of-the-art gym. Think maybe a treadmill and some free weights. It's there.
- Spa/sauna: No.
Services and Conveniences: The Little Extras (or Lack Thereof)
- Daily housekeeping: Yep.
- Dry cleaning: Unlikely.
- Doorman: Ha!
- Concierge: Double ha!
- Luggage storage: Maybe.
- Cash withdrawal: Nope.
- Convenience store: No, it's not available.
- Food delivery: Okay, a lot of delivery services work here.
- Meeting/banquet facilities: They probably have them, but prepare for the decor to be… functional.
- Babysitting service: I doubt it.
- Family/child friendly: Eh, probably. Kids need a place to swim, and the pool is a good start.
- Airport transfer: No.
- Car park [free of charge]: Yep. Thank goodness and praise!
For the Kids
- Kids meal: No.
- Kids facilities: Only a swimming pool.
Getting Around
- Car park [on-site]: Yes.
- Taxi service: Yes.
Quirky Observations and Final Verdict
Okay, so… the Quality Inn isn't the Ritz. It's not even a fancy motel. But… it delivers what it promises: a clean, comfortable, and affordable stay. You're not going to write home about the decor or the food, but the free Wi-Fi is a lifesaver, and the staff (despite their slightly overwhelmed demeanor) genuinely seem to try.
Would I stay here again? Honestly? Yeah, probably. Especially if I'm on a budget or just need a safe, clean place to crash for the night. And hey, the "secret" is out, but it's still a pretty decent deal.
Final Score: 7 out of 10. Lewiston's best-kept secret? Maybe not. A perfectly acceptable, affordable, and mostly functional hotel? Absolutely.
Escape to Comfort: Lathrop's Best Airport Hotel!Alright, buckle up buttercups, because we're about to embark on a Quality Inn Lewiston, Idaho adventure! This isn't your sterile, perfectly-planned travelogue. This is real life, folks. Expect tears, triumphs, and maybe, just maybe, a near-miss with a rogue continental breakfast sausage.
Day 1: Arrival and the Undeniable Allure of the Elevator
- 1:00 PM: Arrive at Quality Inn, Lewiston. Actually, scratch that. Factor in an hour for the utterly unavoidable getting-lost-in-the-vast-parking-lot scenario. You know the one. Every time, I swear!
- 1:30 PM: Check-in. Pray to the travel gods that the room is on a non-stairwell floor. I have a complicated relationship with elevators. I'm terrified of them, but secretly, I love the little "ding" when they reach the floor. It's pure, unadulterated anticipation. This is my life's little quirks.
- 2:00 PM: Unpack, stare blankly at the questionable artwork (seriously, what is that abstract blob?), and debate the merits of the complimentary shampoo. (Spoiler: it's usually terrible.)
- 2:30 PM: Explore. The building is big, I bet it has a pool, maybe a store, or even a coffee maker. I had to get my bearings. I'm a creature of habit and I hate when things are out of place. I need my coffee!
- 3:00 PM: The Elevator Experience, Part 1. It's time to scope out the building. I go into the elevator, praying to not die. I try to ignore the shaking. The sound of the elevator. This is not good. But I survive.
- 4:00 PM: Take a ride to downtown Lewiston to find some food.
- 5:00 PM: I find some of the best food in the city. I feel like I've conquered the world!
Day 2: Breakfast, "Adventures," and Existential Dread (and More Breakfast)
7:00 AM: The Continental Breakfast Gauntlet! This is a critical morning moment. The stakes are high! This is where you separate the champions from the breakfast-bar also-rans. The decision: Cereal? Waffles? The sausage? I'm usually cautious.
8:00 AM: Venture out into Lewiston. No solid plans. "Adventure" is the name of the game! The sun hits a little different here, I think.
9:00 AM: Drive around. See the sights. This part of the trip is usually a blur of "Oh, that's pretty," and "Is that a tumbleweed?"
10:00 AM: Return to the hotel. My anxiety is kicking in, and I'm starting to hate the room I picked. I'm seriously rethinking my life. I have to leave!
11:00 AM: The Elevator Experience, Part 2. Time to go down and check out.
12:00 PM: Check-Out. Smooth sailing.
1:00 PM: I am finally out!
Reflections (and a confession)
Look, this wasn't the grandest, most meticulously planned trip. There were moments of boredom, a dollop of frustration, and maybe a near-meltdown about the lack of decent coffee. But that's the truth of travel, isn't it? It's messy, unpredictable, and occasionally, downright bizarre. And yeah, the elevator, it still terrifies me. But I survived. This trip was an experience.
Escape to Comfort: Lathrop's Best Airport Hotel!
Lewiston's BEST Kept Secret: Quality Inn Review (You WON'T Believe This!) - Seriously, I'm Still Processing
Okay, spill the beans. What's the *actual* secret? Is this some kind of joke?
Alright, alright, settle down. No, it's not a joke. Though, trust me, after my stay, I was *laughing* – partly out of joy, mostly out of sheer disbelief. The secret? The Quality Inn in Lewiston… it's actually… good. Surprisingly good. Like, "I'd-actually-choose-this-over-the-fancy-place-down-the-road" good. I know, I know, I'm still reeling. We're talking about Lewiston, Maine, people. The land of… well, let's just say it's not exactly known for luxury hotels. But this?! This is a whole new level of "hidden gem."
So, the rooms are pristine? What about the *ick* factor?
Pristine? Look, let's be real. It's not the Ritz. The corners aren't surgically clean. But, and this is a HUGE but, the rooms *felt* clean. Actual clean. No mystery stains on the bedding, no questionable odors lurking in the corners. I'm a germaphobe, okay? I travel armed with disinfectant wipes and a hazmat suit (just kidding… mostly). But I actually relaxed. I walked barefoot! And SURVIVED. I'm still alive. Seriously. And you could tell they’d actually *tried*. I mean, the decor is… well, let’s call it “eclectic charm.” Think: floral bedspread + vaguely nautical art + a TV from the early 2000s. But hey, it worked! It was… comfortable.
Breakfast? Don't they all just serve sad, sad continental breakfasts?
Okay, buckle up, buttercups. THE BREAKFAST. This is where the Quality Inn really shines. It’s not just the usual sad, pre-packaged muffins and watery coffee situation. They have the *good* stuff. Like, actual scrambled eggs (that weren't suspiciously yellow), sausage, waffles you can make yourself, and… *wait for it*… a pancake machine! Yes, a magical robot that dispenses hot, fluffy pancakes. I swear, I ate like five. Don't judge me. And the coffee? Drinkable! This is Lewiston, people! They’re defying expectations! And the staff was constantly refilling everything, clearly used to ravenous guests experiencing peak breakfast joy. That pancake machine… I'm still having dreams about it.
What about the staff? Were they actually *friendly*?
This is where the magic *really* happens. The staff? They were genuinely nice. No fake smiles, no forced pleasantries. They were… human. I remember asking the front desk guy, whose name I think was Bob (or maybe it was Kevin? I swear, I’m terrible with names…), for extra towels. He didn’t bat an eye. He just smiled, asked me how my day was, and handed them over. And the cleaning staff? They actually said “hello” and “good morning.” Like, people *talked* to each other! It was… unsettling. In a good way! It felt like a small town. I was talking to everyone. Everyone was talking back. It was a wonderful experience.
Okay, okay, the good is good. What are the *downsides*? Because there *have* to be downsides!
Alright, let's get real. It's not perfect. The internet was… spotty. Like, dial-up in 2024 spotty. Prepare to feel nostalgic about AOL. The gym? Tiny! Like, treadmill-and-a-couple-of-weights tiny. Forget any serious workouts. Oh, and the pool. It has a pool, yeah. But the pictures make it look… more inviting than it actually is. It's fine. It's a pool. Also. you can hear the highway. But honestly? Those are minor quibbles. For the price, for the location, for the overall vibe… I’d overlook those things completely.
So... should I stay there? Seriously, would you go back?
YES. Absolutely, unequivocally, YES. I would go back in a heartbeat. In fact, I'm already planning my return trip. I need more pancakes. I need to thank Bob (or Kevin!) for the towels. I need… to experience this again! It's not just about the comfortable room, the friendly staff, and the pancake machine (though, let's be honest, that *is* a big part of it). It's about the feeling. The feeling of finding something unexpectedly good. Something real. So, yes. Go. Stay. And let me know what you think. But, uh… leave a pancake for me, okay?
Anything else? Like, even the smallest detail you remember?
Oh man. Okay. This is random, but... *the elevators*. There was one that would... I don't know. It would occasionally shudder and make a noise that sounded like a dying cat. It didn't stop it from working! But it was always a bit of a gamble. You'd step in, hold your breath, and hope you got to your floor before the meows started. It was a minor inconvenience, but it added to the whole charm, you know? It was like, "Yeah, this place isn't perfect, but it's *real*." I kind of loved it. I also vividly remember the vending machine having a strangely high number of off-brand snacks. And the ice machine made the best ice ever. I'm still not sure why, but it did.
