Davenport's BEST Staybridge Suites? (IHG Review Inside!)
Okay, buckle up, buttercups! We're diving headfirst into a stay-at-Staybridge Suites in Davenport, and frankly, I’m excited. This isn't some sterile, pre-packaged hotel review; this is going to be… well, me. Prepare yourselves for a rollercoaster of opinions, observations, and possibly a little bit of drool. (Disclaimer: I’m not actually drooling, but you never know!)
Davenport's BEST Staybridge Suites? (IHG Review Inside!) – Okay, is it really THE BEST? We'll see…
Let’s start with the basics, shall we? Accessibility is KEY, folks, especially as I'm getting older. Seriously, climbing stairs after a day of driving – no thanks! The Staybridge Suites in Davenport seems to be doing alright. Info suggests Wheelchair accessible, which is a huge plus. Elevator is a must, and hopefully, they’ve got ramps and all that jazz. I mean, basic accessibility is a non-negotiable in 2024, right? No place is truly "best" without it.
Internet, Internet, Internet! (Did I mention I need the internet?)
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! YES! Praise the internet gods! That's the first hurdle cleared. I need to work, I need to stream, I need to avoid my annoying relatives by pretending to be "busy."
- Internet [LAN] – Okay, old-school, but good to have a backup. You never know.
- Internet services – Fingers crossed it’s reliable. I’ve been burned by terrible hotel Wi-Fi before. (Ugh, that Holiday Inn Express in… never mind.)
- Wi-Fi in public areas – Excellent! Because sometimes you just gotta sit in the lobby and judge people for a bit. (Kidding… mostly.)
Cleanliness and Safety – Because Germs Are NOT My Friends
- Anti-viral cleaning products – Good start!
- Daily disinfection in common areas – Fantastic.
- Hygiene certification – Alright, that’s reassuring.
- Individually-wrapped food options – Smart.
- Physical distancing of at least 1 meter – I’m a fan. Personal space is a beautiful thing.
- Professional-grade sanitizing services – Okay, they’re taking this seriously.
- Room sanitization opt-out available – Interesting. I'd actually like the option to have them NOT sanitize my room as long as I am there for a couple of days.
- Rooms sanitized between stays – Duh.
- Safe dining setup – Yes!
- Sanitized kitchen and tableware items – Important!
- Staff trained in safety protocol – Another good sign.
- Sterilizing equipment – Well, that's intense!
- Anti-viral cleaning products, Hand sanitizer, Hot water linen and laundry washing, First aid kit… The essentials are there.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking – My Stomach is Calling!
- Breakfast [buffet] Sounds lovely (and convenient!).
- Breakfast takeaway service – Also handy, especially when you're running late (or just feel like eating in your pajamas).
- Coffee/tea in restaurant, Coffee shop – Coffee is life. This is a win.
- Restaurants, Room service [24-hour], Snack bar – Now we're talking! Midnight cravings, prepare to be satisfied.
- Poolside bar, Bar – Yes! A cocktail while lounging by the pool? Living the dream.
- Desserts in restaurant – Crucial.
- Happy hour – I'm in!
- A la carte in restaurant, Buffet in restaurant, Asian cuisine in restaurant, Coffee/tea in restaurant, International cuisine in restaurant, Salad in restaurant, Soup in restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant, Western breakfast - Okay, they are really set up! Wow!
The Rooms - Where the Magic Happens (Hopefully)
- Available in all rooms: Air conditioning - Thank you!
- Available in all rooms: Desk – Gotta work, sadly.
- Available in all rooms: Hair dryer – Essential.
- Available in all rooms: Internet access – wireless – Check.
- Available in all rooms: Mini bar – Yay!
- Available in all rooms: Refrigerator – Perfect for… well, everything.
- Available in all rooms: Satellite/cable channels – Channel surfing, here I come!
- Available in all rooms: Coffee/tea maker – Bless.
- Available in all rooms: Ironing facilities, Ironing service, Laundry service – I travel, you know!
- Available in all rooms: Additional toilet, Bathrobes, Blackout curtains, Closet, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Extra long bed, Free bottled water, In-room safe box, Linens, Reading light, Safety/security feature, Seating area, Shower, Slippers, Smoke detector, Socket near the bed, Sofa, Soundproofing, Towels, Wake-up service…
- Non-smoking rooms – Of course.
- Smoking area – For those who choose.
- Non-smoking – Another layer.
Services and Conveniences – The Little Things That Matter
- Air conditioning in public area – Cool (literally).
- Cash withdrawal, Concierge, Contactless check-in/out, Convenience store, Currency exchange, Daily housekeeping, Doorman, Dry cleaning, Elevator, Facilities for disabled guests, Food delivery, Gift/souvenir shop, Luggage storage, Meeting/banquet facilities, Outdoor venue for special events, Projector/LED display, Safety deposit boxes, Terrace, Xerox/fax in business center – All good stuff!
Things to Do, Ways to Relax… or Just Escape
- Fitness center, Gym/fitness – Okay, okay, maybe I’ll work off all those desserts.
- Swimming pool [outdoor], Swimming pool – Yes, please! Lounging is an art form.
- Spa/sauna, Sauna – Now we're talking!
- Getting around: Airport transfer, Car park [free of charge] - Great!
- Getting around: Car park [on-site] - Even better.
For the Kids!
- Babysitting service, Family/child friendly, Kids facilities, Kids meal – My time is coming!
Okay, Real Talk Time!
I've been looking over the specs, and the Staybridge Suites of Davenport sounds promising. The free Wi-Fi, the pool, the 24-hour room service – my inner sloth is already doing a happy dance. But let's be real, hotels are a gamble. Sometimes a picture is worth a thousand lies. I've stayed in places that promised "luxury" and delivered "dodgy."
My Ultimate Test… The Bed!
And the bed! Oh sweet, sweet bed, how you are the maker of dreams. Does it have the right firmess? Is it soft around the edges? The sheets, are they crisp, clean, and of a reasonable thread count? This is make-or-break for me. I'm a princess when it comes to sleep.
Overall, it sounds like Davenport’s Staybridge Suites is doing a good job. But remember, this is just on paper. The real test is when I get there. I'll be sure to update with the nitty-gritty details!
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Escape to Paradise: Pousada Margareth, Brazil's Hidden Gem
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because this ain't your grandma's itinerary! We're talking Staybridge Suites Davenport, Iowa – where the Midwest charm meets… well, the Midwest charm. And trust me, this is gonna be a ride.
Day 1: Arrival and the Great Pretzel Predicament (aka "Why Did I Pack So Many Socks?")
- 1:00 PM - Arrival at Staybridge Suites Davenport: Okay, first impressions? Clean. Kinda… bland. You know, corporate beige meets "we have free continental breakfast." The front desk lady, bless her heart, gave me a look when I asked about the pool hours like, "Honey, you're in Iowa. What else are you gonna do?" Checked in, got my key. Room is… fine. More beige. At least they have a full kitchen. Score! I'm envisioning microwaved leftovers and the sweet, sweet freedom of not having to eat out every single meal.
- 1:30 PM - The Great Unpacking Debacle: I’d overestimated my need for…everything. Seriously, I brought enough socks to survive a zombie apocalypse. And a half-used bottle of hot sauce. Why? No idea. Anyway, unpacking is a struggle. My suitcase is a disaster zone.
- 2:00 PM - Location Exploration, which I am not even sure will be necessary, given the location. Wander outside, attempt to find some immediate food. I see a Pretzel place right across the street…oh, God. Oh, GOD. It looks glorious, I've got to test it. BUT IT'S CLOSED. Of all things. It's the end of the world, I just know it. So, the great pretzel predicament begins, now I have to find another source of food.
- 2:30 PM - Grocery Run: Okay, crisis averted. Found a grocery store. Grabbed some basics - bread, cheese, the essentials. And also, a family-sized bag of chips because, you know, emotional eating is a lifestyle.
- 3:30 PM - Settling In and Regret: I sit in my room, survey all the food that I bought. The hot sauce, the chips, the bread. I'm already regretting my life choices.
- 4:00 PM - Pool Assessment (or, "Why Did I Pack a Swimsuit?") The pool… it’s… indoor. And the water seems slightly…off. Like maybe it hasn’t been changed since the Carter administration. Seriously, I eye the chlorine level suspiciously. I debate going in. I chicken out. Decided that watching TV is just a better way to spend the time.
- 6:00 PM - Dinner: Okay, this is an epic fail. I tried to make a gourmet sandwich using the bread I bought and cheese. I ended up with something that resembled a soggy brick. I need to start eating out…I can't be left to fight these monsters.
- 8:00 PM - Entertainment: I had grand plans of watching a movie or reading a book, but my mind has gone blank. Decide on a long, long walk to nowhere. I'm sure I'll come back.
Day 2: The Riverboat Revelation and the Quest for Decent Coffee
- 7:00 AM - Breakfast Battle: The free continental breakfast. Oh, sweet, sweet irony. The coffee tastes like old motor oil. The "scrambled eggs" are a weird, rubbery substance. The waffle maker is a relic of a forgotten era, probably designed by the same people who make those awful vending machine pizzas. I get a banana. I'm sad.
- 9:00 AM - The Riverboat Adventure: Okay, this is actually pretty cool! The "Lady of the Lake" (or whatever it's called) is a sternwheeler, and it's surprisingly scenic. The Mississippi… is majestic. You know, for a river that probably carries more trash than actual fish. Watching the sunset over the river is actually a perfect way to start my day.
- 12:00 AM - Lunch Disaster: The "recommendation" restaurant? A tourist trap with overpriced, under-seasoned food. My burger was dry. My fries were… I don’t want to talk about the fries. I should have known better but I was hungry and desperate.
- 2:00 PM - Art Museum Visit: I went to a museum. I can't remember a single thing I saw. Art isn’t my strong suit, apparently.
- 4:00 PM - The Coffee Quest Begins: Okay, this is serious. I need caffeine. Desperately. Time to track down a decent coffee shop. This seems to be a mission of epic proportions, considering I am in the middle of nowhere. I found a place. Praise the coffee gods. They still take cash.
- 6:00 PM - Dinner: Okay, let’s just go somewhere else… I am going to find the best food on the planet.
- 8:00 PM - Sleep: I sleep. I need to sleep.
Day 3: The Unexpected Charm of… Davenport? and the Emotional Baggage Carousel
- 7:00 AM - Breakfast (Take 2): I'm not even going to pretend to eat the hotel breakfast. Back to the bananas. On a positive note, at least the coffee machine is a little better.
- 9:00 AM - Exploring the City: I had low expectations for Davenport. Honestly. But… it's kinda… nice? Yes, I said it. Nice. There are some quirky shops, some cool murals, some history. The downtown area has a surprising amount of character. I feel like a total jerk for judging.
- 12:00 AM - Lunch: I decided to go back to the same restaurant. Best meal ever.
- 2:00 PM - The Emotional Baggage Carousel: I go to the pool. I'm alone with my thoughts. And this is where things get weird. I start thinking about… well, everything. Exes, career regrets, why I still haven't learned to parallel park. I'm a mess. The chlorine fumes aren't helping.
- 4:00 PM - Attempted Relaxation: I try to read a trashy novel. Fail. I can’t focus. My brain is a scrambled egg of anxieties.
- 6:00 PM - Dinner: I decide to cook a gourmet meal using only my microwave.
- 8:00 PM - Packing: Going home.
Day 4: Departure (and a Vow to Never Pack So Many Socks Again)
- 7:00 AM - Final Breakfast (and a Final Look of Despair at the Waffle Maker): Bye, waffle maker. You won't be missed.
- 9:00 AM - Checkout: Done.
- 9:30 AM - Last-Minute Souvenir Run: I have to get something. I settle for a Davenport refrigerator magnet. At least there is something to remind me now…
- 10:00 AM - Departure: Iowa, you weird, surprising place. I’m leaving with more emotional baggage than I arrived with, a slightly expanded waistline, and a deep appreciation for the art of a decent cup of coffee. See ya later, Staybridge Suites Davenport. I'll return sometime.
Post-Trip Reflections:
- The Unexpected Gem: Davenport ended up being way more interesting than I expected.
- The Sock Tragedy: Never. Again.
- The Coffee Crisis: Resolved.
- The Emotional Rollercoaster: Ongoing.
- The Pretzel Predicament: Still haunts me.
- Overall Impression: 6/10. Could use a better pool, and definitely better coffee. But… yeah, it was alright. Now time to go home, and start thinking about my next trip.
Davenport Staybridge Suites: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugh (An IHG Review From Someone Who Actually Stays There)
Alright, let's be real. Finding a decent, reliable hotel in Davenport, Iowa, can feel like searching for buried treasure. Been there, done that. And after hopping around for a while, I found myself (again!) at the Staybridge Suites. Here's the dirt, folks. No sugarcoating. Just the truth.
So, is this place actually *good*? Or is it just…adequate?
Okay, let’s separate the wheat from the chaff, shall we? Staying at the Davenport Staybridge Suites is a mixed bag, like a party where you’re not quite sure if you’re having fun. Sometimes, it’s a solid “Yep, I’m good." Sometimes, it's a groan of "Well, at least there's a bed." Here’s my take… and it's heavily colored by my *personal* experiences, mind you.
The "good" moments? The suites, generally, are spacious. Living room area? Check. Kitchenette for midnight snack attacks? Double check! And the free breakfast… well, let’s be honest, it got me through some rough mornings. I'm talking instant coffee, oatmeal, and sometimes, miracle of miracles, *decent* scrambled eggs. That’s a win in my book. Seriously, breakfast is often the *only* reason I don’t completely lose my mind when I’m on the road.
Let's talk about the breakfast. Seriously. Is it REALLY that good?
Here's where things *really* get interesting. Okay, calling the breakfast "good" is a stretch depending. (See, I told you I was *messy*!). It’s… consistently *present*. The waffles are a gamble. Sometimes they're fluffy, a joyous symphony of carbs and maple syrup, other times they're hockey pucks with the texture of construction paper. But hey, free waffles are free waffles, right?
Here's the kicker: I once saw a dude, (bless his heart, I’ll just call him "Earl" - he *looked* like an Earl) hoard a *mountain* of sausage links. Like, a *pile*. And I mean, *seriously* piled them on his plate. Earl's breakfast was so epic! He barely even acknowledged me when I asked if I could *maybe* snag one, because he probably wanted to make sure all of them were gone before anyone else could grab one. I swear he ate for like half an hour. Then I saw Earl again near the pool. Anyway, the next morning? Sausage was scarce, as were the people wanting them. Moral of the story? Arrive early, or be prepared for the culinary wasteland of the late breakfast hours. And maybe keep an eye out for Earl.
What about the rooms? Cleanliness is a big deal for me…
Alright, room cleanliness... It's usually pretty good! Honestly. Like, 8 out of 10 times, I've been pleasantly surprised. The housekeeping staff seem to do a solid job. I’ve found clean sheets, wiped-down surfaces, and (praise the heavens) a bathroom that doesn't feel like it’s seen a biohazard. But… and there’s always a but, right? One time, last December, there *was* a rogue hair in the shower. Not mine. A long, dark, mysterious hair. And I immediately spiraled. I imagined a whole history of people who had lived in that hotel room, and I went from being in a good mood to imagining all the germs everywhere. I spent the next hour cleaning the room myself with the provided disinfectant wipes. Which, in all fairness, were nice, and part of the reason I liked the hotel in the first place. So, it's not perfect, but generally, they're on top of it. Just… keep an eye out.
The pool and gym… are they worth the effort?
The pool? It's a pool. Sometimes it's warm. Sometimes it's… less warm. It’s indoors, which is a bonus, especially if you're visiting Davenport in, say, February. I wouldn’t call it a "resort"-style experience. But it’s there. And, as I noted, Earl likes it. The gym is… adequate. A treadmill, some weights… enough to make you feel *slightly* less guilty after consuming all those free waffles. I've used it. It serves its purpose. Don't expect a state-of-the-art facility, but hey, it's better than nothing, right?
What about the location? Is it easy to get around?
Location, location, location! The Staybridge Suites in Davenport? Decent. It's close to a lot of things. Restaurants, shops, etc. Depends on what you want! My experience? I was there on a business trip. It was near the highway, which was convenient for getting to the client. And I found a killer little diner just down the road where they made pancakes the size of your head. Bonus points! So yes, pretty easy. Just… be prepared for some minor traffic, depending on the time of day. Davenport isn’t exactly Manhattan.
Any big NO-NOs I should be aware of? Things that'll make me regret my stay?
Okay, here's the truth bomb. And again, my own experiences. The biggest potential downside? Noise. Walls can be thin. You *will* hear your neighbors. And sometimes, you *will* hear children running up and down the halls at ungodly hours. And maybe Earl. So, bring earplugs. Seriously. Or prepare to… let’s just say, *bond* with your neighbors through shared sleeplessness. Also, Wi-fi can be a bit spotty at times, which is a pain if you're trying to work. And don’t expect the greatest customer service in the world. It's hit or miss.
Overall, would you stay there again? Should *I* stay there?
Ugh, it's complicated. It really is. Despite the imperfections, the occasional hair in the shower, the mystery of Earl, it’s generally a safe bet. I'm not going to say "run" and I'm not going to say "sing praises.” If you need a suite, with a kitchenette, a (mostly) clean room, breakfast and a pool and don’t mind some minor drawbacks, and you’re not bothered by a little hallway noise? Then yeah, go for it. If you expect perfection? Look elsewhere. But be prepared to pay more. Is it the *best* hotel in Davenport? Maybe not. Is it a reliable, reasonably priced option? In my messy, honest opinion, yes. Just… bring earplHotel For Travelers
