Hotel chains have been raising their prices, like almost everything else in this globalized world, but this change has put consumers on alert. Travelers have been paying attention to what they get in return from each of this hotels: The perceived value, cleanliness, service and overall evaluation of their stay. Through comments on TripAdvisor, Reddit and Google Reviews, these guests have shared their opinions on which hotel brands are worth it and the ones you may want to think twice about.
Worth It – Drury Hotels
Drudy Hotels has built its reputation on consistency and a solid reputation, ensuring that guests know exactly what to expect. Many Drudy Hotels locations offer complimentary breakfast, snacks, beverages, Wi-Fi, and even parking, setting them apart from competitors who typically charge extra for these services. And when you’re on a travel budget, it’s best to avoid unnecessary expenses. While the chain may not receive the same level of attention as some other luxury hotels, it’s consistently ranked among the best. Lindaw of TripAdvisor commented: “Reasonably priced and so many perks! A limited selection buffet that can certainly serve as dinner. Also, free breakfast!”.
Worth It – Embassy Suites
What sets Embassy Suites apart is its larger-than-usual rooms, offered at the same price as competitors. Guests consistently highlight the complimentary breakfast as a major plus. Both the extra room space and the thoughtful breakfast make guests feel valued. On TripAdvisor, Devereaux commented: “The cleanliness of the room and the comfort really stood out. Breakfast was fresh and nice prepared. The whole experience felt very professional and enjoyable”.
Worth It – Homewood Suites
With prices seemingly endless, many travelers are turning to standard hotels that offer kitchens so they can prepare their own meals and avoid spending money at restaurants outside the hotel. Homewood Suites offers this kitchen service, which is why guests appreciate the company, especially on longer trips where cooking more often at the hotel can lead to greater savings. Both Maricarmen and Dana R. praised the work of the hotel employees on TripAdvisor saying they “did everything possible to make us feel more than comfortable during our stay, being kind, attentive and always willing to help us”.
Worth It – Hyatt Place
Hyatt Place offers a more modern experience without the luxury price tag that other hotel chains demand. Guests at this hotel know they can rely on the service they receive and the pristine cleanliness of the rooms. In addition, Hyatt’s loyalty program is consistent across all its locations and highly valued by its guests compared to the competition. One of their guests, Allison K wrote on TripAdvisor: “Checks a lot of boxes. Hotel was clean and rooms were small but comfy. The sofa bed worked well for a smaller through 5 foot tall person. The hotel was spotless, friendly staff, good breakfast and free Wi-Fi. I would stay here again for sure”.
Worth It – Hampton Inn
The Hampton Inn hotel chain is a mid-range option that may not be luxurious, but many guests appreciate the amenities they receive. With breakfast included and locations in numerous cities, this consistency adds value to the brand. It’s a popular choice for those who live on the road or are traveling on business. Courtney H from TripAdvisor indicated: “Rooms were updated, entire facility was safe and clean. Great experience for our large family!”.
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Worth It – Holiday Inn Express
The Holiday Inn Express offers a variety of services for its guests, such as breakfast, affordability and locations in areas that are attractive to tourists. Guests who stay there mention how easy is to find these hotels during their travels due to their convenient locations. One guest named Exceptional EA wrote on TripAdvisor: “My rooms have consistently been clean. The location of the 36th is ideal for train travel and reach New York three airports. There’s a multitude of shopping and dining options within walking distance”.
Might Want To Avoid – Motel 6
Motel 6 has focused on offering its guests the best price, so the value these customers receive isn’t always what they’d like. People often complain about the cleanliness of this establishment and that maintenance services are a daily occurrence at its locations. However, other travelers mention that room quality can vary from one location to another, resulting in inconsistencies. Paul L commented on TripAdvisor: “It is very dated, not very clean and basic with no tea or coffee in rooms. Being in the US, we assumed, wrongly that we could converse in English, however not so”.
Might Want To Avoid – Days Inn
Days Inn is a hotel chain that struggles to maintain consistency, and the guest experience can vary from location to location. Many people are disappointed by these establishments, which complicates their overall trip, so those who have stayed there look for more reliable alternatives. Looney T user commented on TripAdvisor: “My experience was horrible, it started off with me having to wait an additional hour after check in time because my room was still not clean. The next day I went to try their breakfast and found multiple trails of ants and flies in the juice, coffee and bread containers”.
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Might Want To Avoid – Quality Inn
Quality Inn is another hotel chain that doesn’t offer consistency high quality, at least not in all its establishments. Guests have complained about the maintenance service, the cleanliness, and the age of the buildings. One positive aspect is the modest price, buy you can find better hotel alternatives. Tatum B, on TripAdvisor commented: “People running around corridors at 2am yelling, screaming, banging on doors and opening and closing them. Woke up our whole family as we thought someone was trying to get into our room”.
Might Want To Avoid – Econo Lodge
Travelers on a tight budget often think of Econo Lodge as cheap accommodation that barely meets basic maintenance requirements, but all other services are a challenge for those who run the hotel. A guest of Econo Lodge, Judy B, wrote on TripAdvisor: “Awful place. Bed bugs! Door would not close and latch properly, noisy air handling unit.”.
Might Want To Avoid – Super 8
When traveling along the highway, you may have seen many Super 8 hotels near your route, but they aren’t among the best hotels you’ll find. The reviews they receive focus on the age of the buildings and vary regarding the quality of service. Undoubtedly, one of the chain’s strengths is its price, although for many travelers, that’s not enough to convince them to stay again. Meander commented on TripAdvisor: “The issues I have with this location is that the beds are extremely hard and therefore caused issues with my sciatica. The breakfast was old and not very tasty. The pool was good but water was cold even though it is May”.
Might Want To Avoid – Red Roof Inn
Travelers who have experienced Red Roof Inn explain that cleanliness is an area for improvement, and that to choose a good location you should check the reviews for each establishment. Like the one written by Jeff W. on TripAdvisor for the Chicago Red Roof Inn: “Invest in your rooms, not just the lobby. You can tell the room has been patched and patched and patched. The point of repairing a room is also to cosmetically return it to a pristine condition. Caulk around the tub is cracked, dry and missing. Bed liker sheets are pilled and rough”.
Why Hotel Value Matters More Than Ever?
When prices rise, as they are currently doing, many travelers become sensitive to the value they receive in return. Every business needs to offer its best, and that doesn’t mean reaching a level of luxury to gain customer loyalty; It means meeting certain guest expectations. The cost of many of these hotels isn’t necessarily high, but if they offered predictable experiences and avoided some unwanted surprises, they would improve considerably.
