This hotel would not be my first choice but I did not find it to be as bad as many previous reviewers. My room, 965, was small but it was not disgusting in any way. It was clean. The king size mattress seemed fairly new and was comfortable. The curtains on window were new looking and also clean. The bathroom was clean, no mold, with a clean shower curtain and plenty of towels. I was curious about the history of the hotel and how it ended up in its current condition. It was the world's largest hotel when it opened in 1919 and the first to have a bathroom in every room. Built by a man named Statler but his chain was purchased by Hilton so this was the Statler Hilton at one time. The current owner(s) purchased it to demolish it and build an office tower. Historical groups have tried to block this unsuccessfully. The latest plan(fall 2011) from the current owner is to refurbish the hotel due to the current economic conditions not making an office tower feasible.
The location is wonderful. It is probably the lowest priced hotel in the area. I found the check in staff and housekeeping staff efficient and friendly. If I couldn't find something else affordable in the area I would consider staying again.
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