I always try to read reviews before visiting a place. My daughter and I had to stay the night in…read moreHattiesburg, MS because we were attending a cheer competition at Old Miss.
As I started to look for a hotel, I was honestly, scared. I read reviews for other Hattiesburg hotels. I found comments like: smelled like musty mildew, dirty towels, dirty shower, broken microwave, etc. I started to think we might be sleeping in our car. Afterall, it was only one night. I've never slept in a car, so there is always a first time.
I saw the 4+ star ratings for La Quinta, I read comments like: new remodel, clean room, great staff.... I booked a room, and felt relieved about not having to sleep in my car.
The reviews were very accurate. The lobby was open, fresh, colorful, and clean. Check-in was easy. My room was on the 4th floor. On the way to the elevator, an employee said, "Hello, guests!" I liked that. I thought it was a very sweet and unique way to say hello."
My room had a king-size bed, desk w/swivel chair, sofa, coffee table, and two chairs. The window was HUGE. I opened the curtains, and had a wonderful view of the approaching storm with lightening and pelting rain. So grateful not to be in the car!
We had a good night's sleep. We visited the hotel breakfast. It was a nice spread: the waffle machine, yogurt, apples, biscuits and gravy, cereal selection, juice, milk, coffee, tea, and hot cocoa.
After that, the shower felt great. We cleaned up and checked out by 10:30.
If you ever find yourself in Hattisburg, This is the ONLY hotel that passes my approval.