Excellent location for hosting a large gathering. Landscaping and water look beautiful. Centrally…read morelocated and very close to freeway.

If you are not a member, you need to join!!! It is a private get away, right in Tracy!! Swimming,…read morekayaking, paddle boards, fishing and hiking!

AMAZING experience. We came over the weekend and were blown away from the second we got there…read more The property is STUNNING, the rooms are so clean, private, and modern. And the service was top notch. We also ate at the restaurant for dinner every night, but since we had our dog with us they sat us outside and made sure we felt comfortable. That's probably my only knock, is that if you're marketing it as dog friendly, there should be some better restaurant options for dogs. But honestly they were very accommodating. We thought we were going to be bummed to be so far out of the valley floor, but it turned out to be the perfect escape from the crowds. We will definitely be coming back.

What an incredible place. Yes, it's on the pricier side, but the value shows up the moment you set…read morefoot on the property--everything is stunning, peaceful, and thoughtfully designed. You genuinely don't need to leave to have a full vacation. There's miniature golf, a rock-climbing wall, beautiful hiking trails, yard games, and plenty of quiet spots to just relax and take in the scenery. The heated, 24/7 pool is a huge bonus, especially after a long hike or a day exploring Yosemite. The food is surprisingly good for a resort-style property, and you can tell they put real effort into it rather than treating it as an afterthought. But what really sets Firefall Ranch apart is the staff. They're warm, attentive, and seem to genuinely enjoy being there. And if you're traveling with a dog--this is the place. They don't just tolerate pets; they welcome them. Our pup was treated with more kindness here than at most places that claim to be "dog friendly." It makes the whole experience feel that much more relaxed and enjoyable. Overall, Firefall Ranch feels like a little pocket of luxury and adventure tucked right outside Yosemite. Worth every penny and absolutely somewhere we'd return to.

My kids had the best time! I have two boys (11 and 7), and we went for my 7-year-old's birthday. I…read morealways said I'd never take them to Great Wolf Lodge, but my April baby always wants a "pool" party--and it's usually cold or rainy--so I gave in. Prices were actually reasonable, so we booked Sunday-Tuesday. Check-in lines were long, but the self-serve kiosk was quick and easy. We got wristbands for the room and water park and headed straight to the pool. It was packed Sunday around 5 p.m., which was expected, so we stayed a couple hours and went back to the room. Food inside the hotel was either closed or overpriced, but the location is great--about 0.5 miles from Panda Express, Chili's, Costco, La Estrella (amazing Mexican food), and more. We ate at Chili's. Parking is $20/day. You can use the water park from check-in day through checkout, which is awesome. My 11-year-old loved the Howlers Peak Ropes Course. My 7-year-old and I tried it, but he got scared at the top--staff helped him down right away. I don't blame him, it's high! I only did the first level, but my 11-year-old did the second level three times. My 7-year-old also loved the arcade. Most attractions cost extra, but there are decent deals. The only ones I wouldn't do again are mini golf and bowling--they're very small and just okay. We had the unlimited family pass, so we used them anyway. Best part: the slides! I'm 32 and my husband is 34, and we had just as much fun as the kids. Big or small, all the slides were a blast. Honestly, one of our favorite family vacations. The room (Grizzly Suite) was clean and spacious for 3 adults and 2 kids. Beds weren't super comfortable, but that's typical. Cleanliness mattered most. Checkout was easy via text, but double-check your bill--they tried to charge us $60 for "missing" towels we returned. A quick call got it refunded, but I can see how others might miss that. Overall, we'll likely be back within the next year.

My bestie raved about this Great Wolf Lodge and her past visits with her family. We planned this…read moretrip on our kid's second week of Spring break and was hoping it would be quieter since we planned on going during the week. Easter weekend coming earlier this year I'm sure didn't help. We made the most of it. We booked a standard family suite for 3 nights. We added their breakfast club buffet for our time here and an unlimited eat and play package. The indoor Waterpark is included with your stay here. Our beds were comfortable, but the restrooms could use a vent and a deep clean about the shower itself. (See picture). I was emailed an offer to extend, bummed that when we tried calling the front desk. No one picked up and then we waited over 20 minutes to have an older lady working front desk that there was nothing left, so she's not sure why I got an email to extend. Room rates are cheaper when you book in advance or plan for longer stays, but overall we still spent a lot here. We should have just gone to Disneyland this time around. I like that it's convenient and they offer dining and booze on property, but like anywhere there's convenience; you pay the cost for that. We did everything we could possibly do with our kids here and they still spent most of their time at the arcade. The prizes and the ability to win more tickets were amazing. We were bummed our son wasn't more excited for the MagiQuest and the other activities offered on property. It was crowded everywhere we went here no matter what time of day it was. I recommend downloading their app to reserve tables, preorder food and drinks. We dined at their buffet for our breakfast club deal and they offered a little more than a continental breakfast with their omlet station. I made it a point to load up on protein and fiber. There weren't any employees that stuck out to me besides the gift shop ladies. They were actually friendly besides the guy that ran the buffet in the morning. Thank you. We enjoyed our trip here besides the crazy crowds. Our next trip we'll plan for an off season.

I've stayed here twice and both times were fine. It is Merced's best hotel. I like that they have…read morevalet (which is $15 a night). Bed is comfortable, rooms are clean/spacious, and bathroom is clean but a little small. My only complaint is that I wish they had a microwave in the room. They do have a kettle for hot water, which is nice, but I prefer a microwave. Staff is so-so. Sometimes they are attentive and friendly and sometimes they don't really care I will continue to stay here when I go to Merced.

Got severely rained on on the way home and found this gem in downtown Merced. Didn't know what to…read moreexpect, but the overnight stay came out to be a very pleasant surprise. The staff was so helpful, the check-in was super smooth, and the room was just immaculate with a cozy modern vibe. The ceiling was high in the room. The bathroom was also beautiful and clean. We were so hungry late night and walked into their cafe and had spinach dip which came with homemade chips and they were so delicious. For breakfast, we walked a minute to Manizer and that will be another review

I went on a last-minute day trip to here. I have to say it was an amazing time. I bought the day…read morepass packed some lunch and headed on over there. It's not a super long drive from Fresno, and it was a quite enjoyable scenic drive. When you get there, you're greeted by a nice attendance at the front desk. They give you all the details on the center and then I headed over to the locker room to change. They have two sets of soaking tubs one set is where you have to have clothing on and the other one is ware clothing is optional. The one with the clothing required was full, so I decided to track over to the clothing optional part. For those I'd like to go in the nude the area is fenced off, so nobody can see inside, but I decided to go in in my swimsuit. It was a great relaxing time where I took time to read a book that I haven't been able to enjoy for a while. Since I had packed a lunch, I went to over one of the picnic tables that they had and enjoy my lunch. After lunch, I headed over to the regular pool again. It was a great temperature and soaked for a little bit, took in the sun and then headed on back home. This is a fantastic place if somebody wants to do a day trip. However, there are areas where you can camp out with cabins and I believe in airstream you can rent out. Highly recommend.

If I can give this place a 0 on their customer services I would. Katrina the receptionist very rude…read moreand disrespectful. Her and some lady just kept laughing making side comments. They kept saying they don't get paid enough to be answering dumb questions. She was very condescending. I asked about reservation rates and reserving a cabin she refused to even answer in her words can't you see them in our website there is also options to reserve. Yes I could have done on the website but I had other questions that she refused to answer. If you are not there to help potential customer then find a new job. How are they even in business when you are refusing services. SO DISAPPOINTING!!!

We were lucky enough to stay here the week beginning Easter, through that next Friday. We had a…read morePanoramic view deluxe room. We thought we'd booked the suite but nooooooo... The additional space would have been nice for two adults and their furry friend. It was still a great room with an awesome view of the dunes and water. Check in was terrific. The lobby is beautiful and stocked for a quick whatever you might want. There is a backyard behind the lobby that is sheltered from those pesky ocean breezes with firepit, tables, chairs and other stuff. Nice touch. Our room was spotless. The bathroom was very nice. Clean and let me say that the shower was fantastic. There is a heater/fan in the bathroom that made getting out of the shower, pleasantly warm. Toiletries are of nice quality. Our dog, Sian found the stick library very useful and she had a blast going after it on the beach and in the ocean. She even brought it back to the library the morning we left, for others to use during their stay. The pet welcome is a nice touch. This site is very pet friendly. Not so much for the timeshares that are on the same property. And that's fine. Parking is not allowed at the units. You are driven to your unit by one of the great golf cart drivers. Zach was our driver. Loaded all our luggage on to the the cart. As we journeyed to our cottage, Zach pointed out sites as well as amenities. Unloaded our luggage as wll as went and got us ice as we settled in. If you need help getting to your car, onsite restaurant or the lobby, just call the lobby about 10 minutes before you want to go and someone will be there. The restaurant is great. We ate there twice and had breakfast delivered to our unit twice. The bread platter... OMG... the bread platter. We loved it so much that we went to Otto's bakery in Salinas on our way out of town to bring it home with us. The restaurant is not open for breakfast but, at check in, you will get a room service menu that that's how you can have breakfast onsite. More on the restaurant in that review... Can't wait to go back. Have to say that overall, this is probably in our top 3 of vacation spots. Including Hawaii. It's just great.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but I left this stay feeling genuinely disappointed. I had this…read morehotel saved for a long time and booked it after seeing so many glowing reviews about the pet-friendly luxury experience. We paid around $1,000 for one night, so I arrived excited and expecting something special. Unfortunately, our experience was the opposite. Many of the pet-friendly touches that influenced me to book were missing at check-in. There was no personalized dog welcome setup, no dog package, and my dog's name was not on the welcome sign until I called later. I had also requested a simple welcome card for my mother-in-law's first trip to California, and although staff said they would gladly do it, it was never done. We also had multiple room issues throughout the stay. The TV was not working, the phone buttons to reach the front desk did not work, there was no extra pillow for the fold-out bed, and there was even a leftover dog chew from a previous guest found in the bed. To be fair, the maintenance employee was kind and helpful, and the complimentary bottle of wine was appreciated. However, for this price point, the lack of attention to detail and overall service was really disappointing. What upset me most was checkout. I politely explained that I was disappointed and thought at minimum the pet fee might be removed, but there was no effort to make things right beyond emailing the receipt. Beautiful location, but the experience did not match the cost or reputation. I truly wanted to love this stay and left sad and let down instead.

WHY I WENT HERE: - business trip…read more THE LOOK (FROM THE OUTSIDE): - located on Lander Ave, closest to E Glenwood Ave cross street THE LOOK (FROM THE INSIDE): - colorful and spacious (lobby, breakfast area, gym, and the suite itself) - loved the spaciousness of the suite (1 king bed and a sofa bed; room included a kitchenette with a fridge/freezer combo) - TV haas popular streaming apps (if you input your log in info, it will automatically log out upon checkout) CUSTOMER SERVICE: - checked in via the Hilton App but still went to the front desk for a physical key and parking pass

I had an absolutely amazing stay at the Hilton Home2 Suites. Truly, I got the best rest of my life…read morehere. The entire hotel was spotless--no bugs, no trash in the hallways, and everything smelled clean and fresh. The staff across all shifts were extremely friendly, and the hospitality was consistent from the moment I checked in until the moment I left. The breakfast was great, and the kitchen cook was not only skilled but incredibly kind, which made my mornings even better. I also felt safe walking in the area at night, even when heading to the nearby grocery store. That is something I deeply appreciate as a solo traveler. A special thank you to Alonso--he checked on me daily to make sure everything was perfect. I've been traveling for work for 6 years, staying in top-tier Hilton properties, and no one has ever given me the level of care and attention Alonso did. He truly made my stay exceptional. The only disappointment was related to the Hilton points. Since I was there on company time, I was told the company representative requested that no one accrue points. I've traveled with multiple companies and have never been denied Hilton points before, so that was unexpected. Because I couldn't use my Diamond number, I also couldn't use the Digital Key or check out through the app. I had to check out over the phone--but again, the staff handled it smoothly. Despite that small issue, my stay was absolutely wonderful. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone traveling in the area. Clean, safe, comfortable, and exceptional service. Thank you, Home2 Suites Team--especially Alonso--for making this one of my best hotel stays ever.

Friends of ours suggested a visit to check out Chicken Ranch Casino Resort and we agreed to make a…read moreday of it. While we had driven past the resort a few times previously, we did not realize how large it was until we approached the building. Even though it was a Saturday, we didn't have difficulty finding a parking spot since it was early in the day. We entered the building and were surprised by how clean everything appeared. We were also so pleased that there is no smoking allowed inside the casino or restaurants. As someone who is super sensitive to smoke, this was a welcome surprise. We had lunch at the 209 sports grill and enjoyed our meals. Most of our party were in the mood to try their hands at the slot machines. My husband and I decided to explore the casino instead and ventured up to the 2nd and 3rd floors. At the Perch restaurant on the3rd floor we were astonished at the amazing panoramic view of the surrounding countryside. Breathtaking! We made our way back to our friends and decided to check out the speakeasy. It was pretty small and we felt that the space could have been utilized more efficiently. There were very few seats. Despite the limited seating, we enjoyed the atmosphere and the fun libations. After dinner at the same sports bar we headed home. It was a fun-filled day and we will be back!

4 of us spent the weekend at the Chicken Ranch Casino resort in Jamestown…read more we were fortunate enough to stay in the Mother Plucker suite on the 8th floor. it was very nice: actually a little bit larger than our house. 2 beds and 2 and 1/2 baths the restauraunts - TWLV and the Wahlburger joint were both great for food and hanging out. the casino was on the smaller side but the reward program was easy and i was able to get the first reward -bluetooth speak within 2 days of very modest gambling. check in an out was very smooth. the valet and the bellhops were friendly and efficient. we would stay here again

Tomorrow it will be two weeks since we left Shangri-La. That is what I call the Cottages at La…read moreHonda Park. We stayed at in the Welcome House South. A very comfortable and quiet little cottage. Although, the bathroom was huge with a walk-in shower. There are no tvs in the cottages and the WiFi is a little dodgy. Cell phone reception isn't the best either. I think what I am getting at is that you can really disconnect when you say at La Honda Park. You are forced to communicate with your loved ones. The cottages are only equipped with a microwave. If you want to cook something more robust, there is a communal kitchen in the pool house. Believe me, it has everything you need. Also, there are bbqs in just about every common area. Aside from the beautiful grounds and comfortable accommodations, there is the barn. The barn is probably the best part about this place. It has a foosball table, a pool table, poker table, dart board, and a tv. The back doors slide open to a small seating area overlooking Angel Creek. I can't describe it. You just need to experience. The owner are Jenn and Barr. They were so nice. Once we checked in, they left us alone. In fact, they left the property. Besides my family, there was another family staying in the Main House. They were very nice and welcoming. I can't wait to go back and sit next to the creek and drink my morning coffee.

At first, I didn't want to write a review, because this is the kind of place you want to keep…read moresecret. A gaggle of girlfriends rented three cottages here, as three of us were celebrating our 40th/41st birthdays. The perfect "home base" for staging an attack upon Murphys downtown shopping, dining and wine tasting establishments, or as a leap-off point for local hikes and the gorgeous Moaning and Mercer Caverns. Each cottage is appointed with a gas-fueled faux wood-stove fireplace (easy operation via thermostat), fridge, micro, coffee maker, basic silverware/plates/cups, wonderful showers (great for power-washing off the mud and sweat after a day of rappelling and spelunking!) and extremely comfortable queen beds. Each cottage has its own character, giving the feel of the kind of decor a favorite aunt might select for your family's personal mountain cabin. Extremely clean and comfortable! Hang out by the fire, or chill out on your own front porch overlooking the lawn and creek. Or... ...head over to The Barn, a communal recreation room appointed with an air-hockey table, pool table, kitchen area (including a wine fridge!) and big-screen satellite TV/sat radio. The Barn was recently remodeled, using reclaimed barnwood, corrugated metal (for the ceiling sub-roof) and a pretty brilliant wallcovering that looks like warm old plaster, but is actually recycled craft paper and some sort of natural varnish. Cool! Also, a few relics from the region's mining days. There are board games, darts, books and other stuff to keep the individual, family or small group entertained. There's a large swimming pool (unheated in winter) and a small wading pool adjacent to another community kitchen and outdoor picnic area, and the only thing this area lacks is a hot tub. (Hint, hint!) Finally, there's Cosmo, the biggest, sweetest cat you'll ever want to kidnap. He's not allowed in the cabins, but he'll happily keep you company as you read a book on the porch, or wander up to the beautiful waterfalls behind the barn. He'll also keep score if you want to use the bocce court or horseshoe pits! Parking is limited, so don't expect to haul in ATV trailers or your RVs, but that's about the only con to this wonderful little family-run resort!