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Traveler Beware: 10 Hotel Chains to Reconsider
Planning a trip? Choosing the right hotel can make or break your experience.
While online booking sites offer convenience, they don’t always paint a clear picture of what awaits. Based on extensive guest reviews compiled by ConsumerAffairs, we’ve identified 10 hotel chains that consistently fall short of expectations.
Before you book, consider these findings:
- Days Inn (Rating: 2.4): Budget-friendly but beware of recurring complaints about cleanliness and noise. Some guests even report paying for unused rooms.
- InTown Suites (Rating: 2.4): Advertising extended-stay amenities, this chain draws criticism for rude staff, missing belongings, unpleasant odors, and even pest infestations.
- Radisson Hotels (Rating: 2.3): While boasting amenities like pools and fitness centers, Radisson often disappoints with broken amenities and subpar service.
- Motel 6 (Rating: 2.0): Despite the iconic slogan, many guests cite cleanliness issues and a lack of amenities as reasons to avoid this popular chain.
- Econo Lodge (Rating: 1.8): Known for affordability and widespread availability, Econo Lodge faces numerous complaints about cleanliness, with some guests reporting stained bedding and other disconcerting issues.
- Red Roof Inn (Rating: 1.8): While pet-friendly policies and free Wi-Fi are attractive, reports of mold, unpleasant smells, and soiled linens raise serious concerns.
- Quality Inn (Rating: 1.6): Free breakfast and Wi-Fi may not outweigh reported problems with stained linens, leaks, and unpleasant odors.
- Rodeway Inn (Rating: 1.3): Conveniently located near tourist spots, this budget chain disappoints with complaints about rude staff and limited breakfast options.
- Super 8 (Rating: 1.3): Once a reliable budget option, Super 8 now faces criticism for cleanliness issues and unhelpful management.
- Holiday Inn (Rating: 1.0): Despite its widespread presence, Holiday Inn receives alarmingly low ratings, with guests citing dirty entryways and other concerns.
Bottom Line: Don’t gamble with your hotel stay. Always check reviews on multiple platforms before booking, and consider using a travel credit card for potential perks and protections. A little research can go a long way in ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable trip.
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