Author Topic: What's Your Go To Hotel? (Read 22350 times)

Palumboism · « **on:** March 17, 2026, 03:57:12 PM »

When traveling on your own dime, what hotel do you usually stay at?

The top three for me are Best Western, La Quinta, and Comfort Inns. I'm a member for two of them.

Reasonable prices, modern comfortable rooms, and a complimentary breakfast.

deadz · « **Reply #1 on:** March 17, 2026, 04:02:58 PM »

Ritz or something better.

Rambone · « **Reply #2 on:** March 17, 2026, 04:03:25 PM »

Any that offer turndown service with a soiled thong instead of chocolates

AbrahamG · « **Reply #3 on:** March 17, 2026, 04:59:33 PM »

Quote from: deadz on March 17, 2026, 04:02:58 PM

Ritz or something better.

You're Motel 6 material. Fuckface.

joswift · « **Reply #4 on:** March 17, 2026, 05:05:43 PM »

The Mirage..

IroNat · « **Reply #5 on:** March 17, 2026, 05:14:19 PM »

I've stayed in some crappy hotels/motels.

Today's big chain franchise hotels are good when new but after a few years they stop maintaining them and milk them.

Then they are sold to someone named Patel.

Not all of course. Courtyard by Marriot are consistently good.

Hotels have gotten quite expensive.

tacobender · « **Reply #6 on:** March 17, 2026, 05:36:46 PM »

Quote from: IroNat on March 17, 2026, 05:14:19 PM

I've stayed in some crappy hotels/motels.

Today's big chain franchise hotels are good when new but after a few years they stop maintaining them and milk them.

Then they are sold to someone named Patel.

Not all of course. Courtyard by Marriot are consistently good.

Hotels have gotten quite expensive.

LMAO sold to somebody by the name Patel ha ha ha ha fucking crazy how you spot on you are

Palumboism · « **Reply #7 on:** March 17, 2026, 06:03:32 PM »

Quote from: IroNat on March 17, 2026, 05:14:19 PM

I've stayed in some crappy hotels/motels.

Today's big chain franchise hotels are good when new but after a few years they stop maintaining them and milk them.

Then they are sold to someone named Patel.

Not all of course. Courtyard by Marriot are consistently good.

Hotels have gotten quite expensive.

You don't say.......

From my in box this week:

Dear Palumboism,

Thank you for completing the survey regarding your recent stay at our property.

We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your nice room during your stay. We hope to welcome you back for another comfortable visit soon.

Sincerely,

Priyanik Patel (ES)
General Manager
Best Western

Palumboism · « **Reply #8 on:** March 17, 2026, 06:06:45 PM »

Quote from: deadz on March 17, 2026, 04:02:58 PM

Ritz or something better.

Which Ritz have you stayed at?

Expedia on stand by.

snx · « **Reply #9 on:** March 17, 2026, 06:33:14 PM »

Any Marriott property. The points convert to United or American Airlines. I checked and I have over 1000 nights at Marriott. This is not something to be proud of. It bought some flights for the family. It also meant being away from home for over three years. Not exactly a high water mark for a man. Probably something I’ll die regretting. Oh well…

robcguns · « **Reply #10 on:** March 17, 2026, 07:33:18 PM »

Hampton inn and suites. Always a great breakfast and clean.

Coach is Back! · « **Reply #11 on:** March 17, 2026, 08:08:14 PM »

Anywhere I go in the US it’s a Courtyard by Marriott. I’m booked in Houston for 4 days

robcguns · « **Reply #12 on:** March 17, 2026, 08:18:16 PM »

Quote from: snx on March 17, 2026, 06:33:14 PM

Any Marriott property. The points convert to United or American Airlines. I checked and I have over 1000 nights at Marriott. This is not something to be proud of. It bought some flights for the family. It also meant being away from home for over three years. Not exactly a high water mark for a man. Probably something I’ll die regretting. Oh well…

1000 nights holy shit, I had like 30 nights a while back and thought that was a lot.

NaturalWonder83 · « **Reply #13 on:** March 18, 2026, 02:02:20 AM »

Conrad, Gritti Palace, Cosmo, Waldorf, Caliber Gardens (part of the Caliber Fitness Resorts Collection), and Espacio Waikiki.

Flexacon · « **Reply #14 on:** March 18, 2026, 02:58:51 AM »

Any with side or back entrances

IroNat · « **Reply #15 on:** March 18, 2026, 06:15:30 AM »

Quote from: robcguns on March 17, 2026, 07:33:18 PM

Hampton inn and suites. Always a great breakfast and clean.

I've had pretty good luck there too except for one in Nashville years ago that was really beat.

Humble Narcissist · « **Reply #16 on:** March 18, 2026, 06:16:56 AM »

Just sleep in the rental car.

IroNat · « **Reply #17 on:** March 18, 2026, 06:19:31 AM »

Notell Motels are where the clerk is behind a window and give you a set of sheets to use.

tatoo · « **Reply #18 on:** March 18, 2026, 06:54:06 AM »

hampton and marriot.... ive also stayed in few privately owned places which were cool... great amenities at the small places

Never1AShow · « **Reply #19 on:** March 18, 2026, 07:09:12 AM »

Marina Pacific Hotel for the whole bodybuilder 90s experience

Darren Avey · « **Reply #20 on:** March 18, 2026, 08:46:18 AM »

My car. Can't afford hotel

honest · « **Reply #21 on:** March 18, 2026, 08:50:42 AM »

Any hotel in the Marriott program. just for the late checkouts nearly all the other perks that come from loyalty are retired. Typical corporate behaviour since they regulators stupidly allowed Marriott and Sheraton to merge years ago. All they have done is slowly retire all benefits.

funk51 · « **Reply #22 on:** March 18, 2026, 11:22:20 AM »

&t=3s Tropicana or the hilton. tropicana ac nj has the best gym of any of the hotel gyms I've seen.

Rambone · « **Reply #23 on:** March 18, 2026, 11:55:34 AM »

These have been popping up all over the country. About to check-in as we speak. I’ll let you know after I blow my load.

Grape Ape · « **Reply #24 on:** March 18, 2026, 11:57:53 AM »

Any Kimpton property.

Free wine, sometimes a leopard skin robe.