Pulling into the car park, I half-expected a tired, beige box. You know the kind—stale air, flickering lights, that weird carpet smell. Nope. This one is actually modern, with a fresh lobby that feels bright and open. The check-in was a breeze; the receptionist didn’t even flinch when my kid dropped a soggy cracker on the floor. That deserves a medal.
You’ll immediately notice the Polo’s Diner attached right there. (Side note: Yes, it’s a branded restaurant, and yes, it works. If you have picky eaters, this is your lifeline.) The whole vibe is “we get it, you’re tired—here’s a clean bed and a burger at 11:30 PM.”
The room: a sanctuary of decent sleep
I’m a bit of a hotel snob, so I was ready to nitpick. But the room was spotless—fresh white linens, no mysterious stains, and a mattress that didn’t feel like a concrete slab. The heating worked (miracle), the shower pressure was solid, and the blackout curtains actually blocked the M6 headlights.
Now, the irony: you’re literally 30 seconds from the motorway. You’d think it’d be loud, right? But the double glazing does its job. I slept like a log, interrupted only by my own snores. The only downside? The pillows are a bit floofy—like sleeping on a cloud that wants to suffocate you. Bring your own if you’re picky, or just embrace the fluff.
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