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    Indiana Memorial Union Biddle Hotel & Conference Center

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    Dea A.

    I now attend a nightmare of a university, but I graduated from Indiana University as an undergrad. I did not know how to appreciate a student union or a student centered building of any sort on campus until I went to an Urban campus that is just as big as IU in population, but most of the students are older or commuters. The student union is an abomination at Wayne State -- but I would NOT have known this if I didn't go to IU for undergrad. I love the Union. I love the Biddle Hotel (the place I stayed when I was first checking out colleges as a wee high schooler). I love the Commons in spite of the still crappy food served. I love that they built a Starbucks within the union -- a REAL Starbucks (you have no idea how lucky you people are). I love the bookstore's central location and not corporately owned by B&N. I love that the place is so student oriented and run by students. Hell, I even love the UPS store (always there when I needed it most). I saw Christopher Hitchens speak in Alumni Hall. I've lounged on the super hard to get to patio. I dined in the Tudor room for brunch. I dutifully bought my books at the IU Bookstore even after they opened up another location. Quite frankly, the student union is perfect for all of these reasons and more. But, my friends, I have to tell you a secret. It's called "the South Lounge" and you can hear the Starbucks' blender whizzing from there -- but the South Lounge is really the nap epicenter of the entire campus. You have no idea how lucky you are to have such a wonderful thing. Warm light (but not too bright), not a lot of foot traffic, big comfy couches, huge arm chairs, an always burning fireplace, big tables .... just calling out for nap time. It is THE BEST PLACE on campus to catch a quick cat nap. And many many students take advantage of this place. I am ashamed to say I did not take advantage of the South Lounge until after I graduated. Then I finally, truly, became a Hoosier after an epic 2.5 hour chair nap. I wish I had a nap room at my current university, but I know when I woke up I'd smell garbage, have all of my stuff stolen, and one of the non-students yet permanent fixtures trying to crawl up next to me. For me, dear students, nap in South Lounge.

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    Person who answers the phone for reservations has a horrible personality. Just horrible. She is rude and acts like you are bothering her!

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    SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bloomington

    SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bloomington

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    Stayed here recently and overall had a solid experience. The hotel feels modern and well-kept, and…read morethe breakfast was definitely above average compared to most places. The eggs and biscuits & gravy were especially good--fresh, hot, and actually flavorful, which you don't always get with hotel breakfasts. The room itself was spacious, which we appreciated, but there were a couple of comfort issues. It tended to run a bit warm, and the thermostat didn't seem to cool down to the temperature we set. The air also felt pretty dry overnight. We had an accessible (handicap) shower, and while it was easy to use, it left about half of the bathroom floor soaked after each shower. That made the floor very slick, which was a bit of a safety concern. We also liked that the hotel had a pool, which is always a nice perk, but it was pretty small. Overall, a nice stay with great amenities and breakfast, but a few room comfort and bathroom design issues that could be improved.

    This is a very nice hotel in downtown Bloomington. Easy to walk to amazing shops and restaurants…read more Bars all around. It's a college town. Hotel was clean and well kept. Small food store in the front that was very reasonably priced. Rooms were clean, bright and well appointed. Didn't use room service but it was very clean and well dressed. Breakfast setup is typical for the chain and well stocked. Attendants did a great job every day that I was there and they were always cheerful. One drawback is that the gym is very limited. There is enough to get in a workout but the cardio gear is very dated. Overall, solid experience and I recommend this location for a short or long stay.

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    Home2 Suites by Hilton Bloomington

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    They gave us a room with a dirty bed and didn't care. This place has decent reviews and is…read moreconvenient to campus, so it seemed like a great place for a quick two night stay. My wife went to sleep before me, and so when I got into bed and was overwhelmed by the absolute stench of another human's body, especially on the pillow cases and at the top of the covers, which he must have tucked into his stank pits, smearing his sweat and cheap deodorant all over them. It was revolting. I've heard of hotels not changing sheets between guests to save time/money, but I've never been absolutely certain I've been subjected to that kind of filth. Until my April 2026 stay at this hotel. Since my wife was already sleeping (boy did she pick the right side of the bed) I didn't want to disturb her and waited until morning to complain. The person at the front desk seemed to think I was trying to get extra housekeeping (the hotel explicitly does not offer daily housekeeping; hell, they don't even always do it between guests!) and was distant with me about it, saying that "maybe" they'd be able to squeeze in my room today, they'd "do their best". This reaction is why I'm taking the time to write a review; things happen, maybe it was bad luck, but the nonchalant "eh, idk if we have time to change your sheets today" response sent me over the top. My bedding did get changed, but I would NEVER stay here and would warn anyone else to avoid it at all costs.

    Home 2 suites check in girl was very nice. I knocked over some papers and she said it was ok. One…read moredownside is room service woke me up when the DND was on the door. Home 2 had a decent breakfast option although egg on the omelet was to rough and not flavorful

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