Hotel Rodeway Inn (Baltimore, USA)

With shopping malls, places to eat, bowling alleys and movie theaters on the doorstep, visitors liked the location of this motel in the western outskirts of Maryland's largest city. It was a short drive from downtown Baltimore and also within striking distance of Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia. Drivers could also reach airports, sports venues, museums, heritage areas and regional attractions with ease. Motorists also appreciated the ample free parking and the proximity of gas stations. A bonus for non-drivers was that there were bus stops just steps away.

The modernized rooms with wood-effect flooring and colorful decor won praise from many reviewers, who found them to be more than sufficiently spacious clean and comfy for a short stay. Travelers prioritizing affordability were keen on the usually inexpensive room rates.

There was plenty of praise for the pleasant, attentive and professional members of staff, who were conveniently available around-the-clock. Animal lovers welcomed the pet-friendly policy.

Housekeeping standards were reportedly patchy and several visitors claimed they encountered stained linens or bathrooms that could have been more thoroughly cleaned. Maintenance grumbles focused on occasional plumbing issues and claims from some critical drivers that the parking lot would have benefited from re-paving.

Many guests said they felt Internet access ought to have been offered free of charge. Instead it was a paid-for extra. Furthermore, there were occasional claims that the Wi-Fi network suffered from a weak signal in some parts of the property.

Several critics wished there had been additional facilities like mini-fridges or microwaves in their rooms. Elsewhere, lingering smoky smells caused a nuisance for reviewers in certain rooms.