My very good rating is based on the fact that, while it definitely feels like a motel, and not a hotel, it has all of the essentials you expect for a good stay, and even a few nice touches. It doesn't feel like luxury. That's for sure. But really, in terms of the things that count, I think this little inn is competitive with more polished establishments.
Room was clean. While I was there, it was nice and quiet (and I am particular about quiet. I travel with a large fan just in case I need it). I stayed in a room with a single king sized bed, non-smoking. It was roomy. Plenty of lighting (I am particular about lighting). You often read reviewers complaining that they had a non-smoking room that nevertheless smelled like smoke. Not a problem here. Did not smell smoke, or any other disagreeable odors, at all. No coffee maker, but no problem there. I always bring my own coffee (I am particular about coffee). And the room had a microfridge that works. Internet worked great, which is unusual for hotels in my experience. Maybe I was close to the router, or maybe the hotel wasn't busy so that traffic was down. Whatever, it worked. Room was a little hot when I got there. I'm sure they just had the AC turned down while it wasn't occupied. And, it's on the west side. And it's summer...My very good rating is based on the fact that, while it definitely feels like a motel, and not a hotel, it has all of the essentials you expect for a good stay, and even a few nice touches. It doesn't feel like luxury. That's for sure. But really, in terms of the things that count, I think this little inn is competitive with more polished establishments.
Room was clean. While I was there, it was nice and quiet (and I am particular about quiet. I travel with a large fan just in case I need it). I stayed in a room with a single king sized bed, non-smoking. It was roomy. Plenty of lighting (I am particular about lighting). You often read reviewers complaining that they had a non-smoking room that nevertheless smelled like smoke. Not a problem here. Did not smell smoke, or any other disagreeable odors, at all. No coffee maker, but no problem there. I always bring my own coffee (I am particular about coffee). And the room had a microfridge that works. Internet worked great, which is unusual for hotels in my experience. Maybe I was close to the router, or maybe the hotel wasn't busy so that traffic was down. Whatever, it worked. Room was a little hot when I got there. I'm sure they just had the AC turned down while it wasn't occupied. And, it's on the west side. And it's summer in Mississippi. However, before bedtime arrived, I had to cut down the AC.
Was a little worried when I arrived. The lobby where I checked in wasn't fancy. It definitely has a motel, not a hotel, feel about it. But, the man running the counter was nice and efficient. I was off to my room in a jiffy. Called the desk about the hotel wireless password, which they promptly helped me with. It's printed on the front of the telephone. They give you a good deal of instructions about keeping yourself and your valuables safe, which was a little disconcerting. But I didn't notice any shady looking guests. I was able to park right outside my room, and the parking lot was well lit. And the precautions they were suggesting are things we all know about, and should all follow whenever we travel, regardless of where we're staying.
For about $15-20 more per night, you can probably upgrade to a hotel with a bit more polish. But it probably won't be any better in terms of the essentials: clean, quiet, efficient service, and it might not be as good in terms of some of the little details I've mentioned: like lighting.
Some of the other hotels are bit further off of the interstate, so you don't hear the traffic quite as much when you walk out of the door. But, once in the room, you don't hear the traffic at all. At least I didn't in room 111. As far as being close to local attractions. Vicksburg is not that big. You can get to just about anywhere you want in short order, though you'll have to drive if you stay at Travel Inn. I don't know about other places.
All in all. I'd say it was a good place to stay. I'd stay again.More
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