Headline: Convenient with most of the amenities you want and a hip bar downstairs.\n\nThis hotel is close to the airport (and has a shuttle), plus near the light rail (right outside) making it ideal for the business traveller. It has a \"hip\" bar - I personally don't go in for that stuff - it gets nosiy on some nights. It also has one of the best work-out rooms in the business. For those that have not stayed in an ALoft before, it's part of the Starwood Preferred Guest (Sheraton and Westin) and caters to a younger crowd.\n\nNow, let's break it down:\n\n1) Work Area - this is what I am talking about. A nice comfortable chair. The desk is a little high (cramping my typing style), and a full AV unit, allowing me to play my iPad throuhg the TV if I want. Two well-spaced power sockets on the AV unit, plus a powered USB (in case you forgot your charger). This is probably one of the best tech areas in the business.\n\n2) Bathroom - almost there. It's got a nice big shower, but the water pressure is a little weak, but the shower head is a \"rain\" type, so it works. The \"bliss\" line amenities are nice. However, lose some points for the lack of anything remotely resembling a cup. I do like to clean my teeth, ya know! Just add a glass and you've got a good bathroom experience. \n\n3) The bed is comfortable, and I like the overstuffed duvet on the bed. However, there aren't enough pillows for my liking. \n\n4) Breakfast - a half-hearted attempt that feels like they are only doing breakfast because it's expected. Go elsewhere for breakfast when you stay here. (SPG gold/platinum members do get a free coffee drink from their automated barrista machine, and coffee is free).\n\n5) Overall feel - I like this hotel. The staff are friendly, and the work-out room is awesome. They also have a pool, a comfortable bar / lounge (with board games scattered around - a nice touch), and it's convenient to the airport. Win overall. I'm giving this another star for feel.\n\nOne of these days, I'll find the perfect business hotel. Until then, this is one of the better places to stay.
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