I wanted to try a different laundromat today instead of my usual one, but I ended up making a wasted trip because the payment information advertised online was unclear.
Based on the website and Instagram, it appeared that customers could use cards or tap-to-pay options. However, when I arrived, I learned that the self-service machines only accept quarters. There is no Apple Pay, credit card, debit card, or tap-to-pay option for the washers and dryers. The laundromat does have cards, but those are apparently only issued for drop-off laundry service, not for self-service customers. None of that was clearly explained online.
If you're planning to do your own laundry, make sure you bring plenty of quarters before heading over.
On the positive side, the facility was clean and the machines looked well maintained. However, I also found the pricing higher than my usual laundromat. The medium washers were about $7.75, the larger washers were over $9, and the dryers cost 25¢ per cycle.
I'm sharing this simply so others know what to expect and don't make a special trip assuming card or mobile payment options are available. read more