Morgantown's BEST Hotel: Quality Inn & Suites University Area Review!
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because we're diving headfirst into the Quality Inn & Suites University Area in Morgantown, West Virginia. Forget those perfectly polished reviews, this is real life, folks. This is me trying to navigate a hotel and, well, let's see how it shook out.
First Impressions (Did I Survive the Parking Lot?)
Okay, so "University Area" ain't kidding. This place is right there. The good news? Free parking, and on-site. Huge win. Now, the lot… it's got that classic motel vibe, a little… industrial chic? You know, the kind where you're secretly hoping your car doesn't get dinged. But hey, I found a spot, and that's a win in Morgantown!
Accessibility: More Than Just Ramps, Baby!
Let's talk accessibility. I’m not in a wheelchair, but I appreciate a place that gets it. The Quality Inn seems to. Wheelchair accessible? Yep, that's the big one. Elevator? You betcha. They seem to have put some thought into this, which I love. Facilities for disabled guests? I saw 'em, and that's huge. This isn't just a checkbox, it feels like they get it.
Cleaning & Safety: Can I Breathe Easy (or Will I Need a Hazmat Suit?)
COVID times, right? So, cleanliness and safety are HUGE. Look, I'm naturally germophobic (don't judge!). I saw lots of signage. Sanitizing equipment was visible, which is a good start. Daily disinfection in common areas? Check. Hand sanitizer everywhere? Checkity check. They even mentioned Anti-viral cleaning products. That helps. Rooms sanitized between stays? Uh-huh. Staff trained in safety protocol? Hopefully! (I didn’t personally see them doing a dance, but I'm hopeful!)
The Room: Home Away From… Well, Not My Actual Home, But You Get It
Alright, the most important thing. The room. Available in all rooms: Air conditioning? Yup. Free Wi-Fi? Oh, thank heavens, yes! Air conditioning in public area? Yep, and that's appreciated. Blackout curtains? YES. I needed them. Morgantown sun is BRIGHT! Hair dryer? CHECK. Crucial. Mini bar? Well, no, but there was a decent sized refrigerator, and I'm a fridge kinda girl. Desk? Yessir. Coffee/tea maker? Bless. Ironing facilities? Yep, although I tend to just… not iron. In-room safe box for valuables and stuff? Yes. Complimentary tea? I never knew I needed it. Free bottled water? And I mean FREE! Toiletries? Standard-issue, but hey, they're there. Television? Loads of channels. Wake-up service? Never use 'em. I’m a natural riser.. Shower? Nice one. Bathtub? The tub itself seemed ordinary, but yes there was a bathtub. The carpet was… well… it was carpet. The paint appeared to be a shade of something. I had the basic necessities.
But here's a weird thing. The sheets felt a bit… scratchy? (Small gripe) The Window that opens? OMG YES. Fresh air is the best medicine. I'm giving bonus points. And the fact the window DID open, also helped for the second most important factor in a hotel room experience, privacy!
Dining, Drinking & Snacking: Feed Me, Seymour!
Breakfast [buffet]? Yes, and it was decent, but don't expect Michelin-star cuisine. The usual suspects: waffles, eggs, cereal, the whole shebang. Breakfast takeaway service? Probably, I didn't ask. Coffee shop? Not on site. Oh! Coffee/tea in restaurant was available. I got my fix! Happy hour? Nope. Snack bar? Nah. The restaurants, plural, were a big letdown. Room service [24-hour]? Not advertised. Which is a shame. Restaurants again, nothing on-site, but lots nearby, so you aren’t going hungry.
Things To Do & Ways to Relax: Is There More Than Just My Room?
Fitness center? Okay, this is where it gets… uneven. It's there. Gym/fitness it is. Small, but you can get a basic workout in. Swimming pool [outdoor]?: Nice! It looked inviting (though I didn't use it). Pool with view? Not spectacular, but it's a pool! Spa? Nope. Sauna? Negative.
Services & Conveniences: The Little Things That Matter
Daily housekeeping? Yup, and they were efficient. Laundry service? Yes, but I didn't use it. Concierge? Nope. Cash withdrawal? Not that I noticed. Convenience store? No. Luggage storage? Yep. Front desk [24-hour]? Indeed. Airport transfer? Didn't check.
Internet: Gotta Stay Connected, People!
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!? YES. Internet access – wireless? Yep, and it worked! Internet access – LAN? I’m sure it was there, but wireless is all I need.
For the Kids: Babysitters?
Family/child friendly? seems like it! I didn't notice a lot of kid-specific amenities but it looked like a good place to bring the kiddos.
The Quirks & the Quibbles (AKA, The Real Deal)
Okay, here's where it gets honest.
The biggest issue? It's a motel. The Quality Inn is a motel. It’s not a luxury hotel and it certainly doesn't try be one.
The Verdict: Should You Stay?
Okay, for the price point and the location, the Quality Inn & Suites University Area is a solid choice. Let's call it a comfortable, clean, and convenient base camp for exploring Morgantown.
So, Would I go back?
Maybe. If I was in Morgantown and needed a place, i'd def consider it.
My Honest-to-Goodness Recommendation
If you need a place to crash in Morgantown, and you need space, this is your place. It's clean, it’s safe, and it works.
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**Escape to Paradise: Your Dreamy M-Town Studio Awaits!**
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because this isn't your grandma's meticulously planned itinerary. We're going to Morgantown, West Virginia, and honestly, I'm going in blind. I’m staying at the Quality Inn & Suites – University Area because, well, it was the cheapest damn thing I could find that wasn’t a questionable motel straight out of a true crime podcast. So, here goes… my “brutally honest Morgantown experience” itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival & the Existential Dread of a Hotel Room
- 1:00 PM: Arrive at "Morgantown Municipal Airport?" Seriously? Sounds like a joke. Land. Probably stumble out of the plane looking like I've been living in a cave for the past year (it's possible). Pick up my rent-a-heap – pray it starts.
- 1:45 PM: Check into the Quality Inn & Suites. Okay, the lobby… it smells faintly of chlorine and… ambition? Or maybe just old cleaning supplies trying to mask the smell of a thousand bored travelers. The front desk guy looks like he's seen some things. He probably hasn't, but he looks like he has. "Enjoy your stay," he mutters, and I suspect he’s said that more times than he's blinked this year.
- 2:00 PM: My Room. Oh, god. The room. The carpet… I don't want to know what's been spilled on it. The bedspread… it's giving me serious flashbacks to my grandmother's house. I'm starting to question my life choices. I’m pretty sure a ghost used to live in this room.
- 2:30 PM: Procrastination Station. Okay, fine. I'm going to unpack. But first, a rigorous inspection. The bathroom… not terrible. The tiny soaps… like a cruel joke. I pull a half-eaten granola bar out of my bag (never go anywhere without snacks, people) and stare at the wall. What the heck am I doing with my life?
- 3:30 PM: Okay, time for food. Google Maps says "The Cupcakerie" is nearby. Cupcakes are my weakness, and I need a sugar rush to combat the existential dread. Find my way there using my phone, realize my directional abilities are horrendous
- 4:00 PM: The Cupcakerie. It's perfect. Seriously, mini-heaven. I devour a red velvet cupcake, which is a major mood booster and I immediately feel better. They have good things here.
- 5:00 PM: Back to the hotel room… This is going to be difficult. I feel like I've known this room my whole life. Try not to stare at the TV. Contemplate the meaning of… well everything.
- 6:00 PM: Dinner at a local… something. Should be looking for the best restaurant… not the most convenient one. I'll ask the front desk guy. Maybe he'll tell me something that doesn't involve chains.
- 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Dinner. If the front desk guy is to be believed, I get the most amazing local food. I can either get it here or go to a nearby restaurant.
- 10:00 PM: Bed. Or maybe just stare at the ceiling and wonder if the building will collapse on me in the night. Depends on the mood.
Day 2: Mountaineer Madness & the Search for Coffee
- 8:00 AM: Wake up. (Hopefully). The sheets are… okay. Need coffee. Desperately.
- 8:30 AM: My first thought, “how awful is hotel coffee anyway?” Look for coffee nearby.
- 9:00 AM: Find some coffee shop. Hopefully the coffee is better than the Quality Inn.
- 9:30 AM: Explore the West Virginia University campus. (WVU). I’m not a student, but I’ll pretend. Stroll around, absorb the college-y energy, and try not to look completely lost. Wander into a building or two… act like I know what I’m doing. This is where the "pretending" becomes most apparent
- 12:00 PM: Lunch. The food at the football stadium is apparently amazing?
- 1:00 PM: Museum? Explore! Try not to get lost.
- 2:30 PM: Shopping. See if I can find any good shops. I’ll probably fail, but I’ll give it a shot.
- 5:00 PM: Pre- dinner. Maybe grab a drink at the bar.
- 6:00 PM: Dinner, hopefully another decent spot. Local restaurants or anything that isn't a chain.
- 8:00 PM: Back to the hotel. Regret my life decisions. Watch TV. Maybe read this book.
- 10:00 PM: Sleep. Or not. Depends on my anxiety level.
Day 3: Leaving Morgantown & Saying Goodbye to the Carpet
- 7:00 AM: Wake up. Seriously consider staying in bed forever.
- 7:30 AM: Pack. Try not to judge the state of the room too harshly.
- 8:00 AM: Grab breakfast. Pray it's edible.
- 9:00 AM: Check out. Say goodbye to the front desk guy (he probably doesn't even remember me).
- 9:30 AM: Get back to the airport. Hopefully, my rent-a-heap starts.
- 10:00 AM: Fly home. Breathe a sigh of relief that I survived the Quality Inn & Suites Morgantown adventure.
- Forever After: Vow to never, ever, look at a hotel room carpet quite the same way again. And maybe, maybe, plan a slightly less chaotic trip next time. But probably not. Because honestly, what's the fun in that?
Morgantown Muscle & Mishaps: Your Unfiltered Quality Inn & Suites Guide
So, is this Quality Inn even...quality? Seriously, is it *good*?
Okay, deep breath. The *quality* of the Quality Inn… well, let's just say it's Morgantown-quality. Which, sometimes, is a beautiful thing. Sometimes, it's a charmingly ramshackle adventure. Did I have a *perfect* stay? Heck no. But did I have a memorable one? Absolutely.
Think of it like this: you're not going to find the Ritz-Carlton here. You're finding a comfy (most of the time) landing pad near WVU. And sometimes, that's all you need. I once ended a *grueling* weekend of grad school orientation there – sweaty, stressed, and desperate for a shower that didn't smell like a biohazard. The Quality Inn delivered on the shower promise, and that, my friends, was a win. But the… well, let's just say the carpet had seen things.
What about the location? Close to campus? Is parking a NIGHTMARE?
Location? GOLD. Pure, unadulterated gold. It's practically *on* the WVU campus. You can practically *smell* the excitement (and sometimes, the questionable food truck fare). Parking? Yes, it can be a bit of a… *situation*. I swear, I once saw a minivan parked diagonally across three spots. It's Morgantown. Space is a luxury. But hey, at least you're *close* to where you want to be. You'll be fighting for a spot, but at least it gets you *there*!
The first time I stayed there, I thought I'd be smart and arrive late at night, thinking parking would be easier. WRONG. People were circling like vultures, and honestly, I think a full-on parking-spot brawl almost broke out. I ended up parking, like, two blocks away and walking. But hey, extra steps, am I right? Needed to burn off that Morgantown-sized pizza, anyway.
Breakfast. Is it worth waking up for the free breakfast?
Alright, breakfast. Ah, the breakfast. It’s… complimentary. Which, in my book, means it's a solid win. Don't expect Michelin star-level gourmet. Expect…fuel. They have the usual suspects: waffles (make your own!), cereal, maybe some sad-looking scrambled eggs (sometimes they're actually good!), and the holy grail of breakfast – COFFEE. Lots and LOTS of coffee.
Okay, full disclosure: the first time I tried the eggs, I was… concerned. They looked vaguely yellow and had a certain… *texture*. But hey, I was hungry, so I dove in. They weren't *bad*, exactly. Just… memorable. I like a good, *memorable* breakfast, and that's one I would never forget. So, yeah, probably worth it, especially if you're trying to save a buck.
The Rooms. Are they clean? Are they… bearable?
Cleanliness? Okay, let’s be real. It's a budget-friendly hotel. Expect a bit of character. Like, the kind of character that comes from years of… *living*. Most of the time, they are definitely clean. Some rooms, however, are… a work in progress. You know, a bit of a "lived-in" feel. Think slightly faded wallpaper and maybe a stray rogue hair or two. I walked into my room once, fully ready to relax. The bathroom door was ajar, and I immediately heard the distinct hum of a hairdryer. And from the doorway? The reflection of someone else fully ready to use the mirror and a toothbrush. I about jumped out of my skin! Turns out, they had given me the *wrong* room. After a quick panic, they got me into a new room that was spotless. The staff were really kind, even about the flub.
My advice? Bring some Clorox wipes just in case. And maybe a healthy dose of optimism. And if there is something super off, speak up! They want your stay to at least be *decent*.
The Staff: Are they helpful and friendly? Or completely checked out?
The staff? Honestly, they're usually pretty great. I've had some genuinely friendly and helpful interactions there. They know Morgantown, they know the chaos of game days, and they're usually pretty good at rolling with the punches. They've always been kind to me.
One time, I was completely locked out of my room at 2 AM (don't ask...) and the night clerk was a lifesaver. He got me sorted with a new key and a sympathetic ear (and probably a healthy dose of "been there, done that"). They're not perfect, nobody is, but they genuinely *try*. And that, frankly, goes a long way.
Pool? Fitness Center? What's the deal with the amenities?
Okay, let's talk amenities. They *do* have a pool. I've actually never used it. I've heard it can get...lively. Especially during college events. The fitness center, well, it exists. I've peeked in. It's…basic. Treadmill, some weights, the usual suspects. Don't expect a state-of-the-art gym. You can't really expect that for the prices they offer.
One time, I had a brilliant idea! I thought I'd get a workout in before a big meeting. Headed to the gym, all full of ambition. The treadmill was out of order. So I ended up just… staring at it. Pretty quickly I gave up and went back to my room and started my meeting prep.
Overall, would you stay there again? Is it really the *BEST* in Morgantown?
Here's the deal: it's not *the best* in Morgantown, not by a long shot. But it's *good enough*. For the price, the location, and the fact that it's usually available (unlike some of the swankier places that book up months in advance), it's a solid choice. I'd stay there again? Absolutely. Especially for a quick WVU visit. I know what to expect. I know it won't be perfect. But I know it'll be… Morgantown. And that, my friends, is an experience in itself.
Look, Morgantown is unique. It's got that energy, that whole "mountaineer spirit" thing going on. The Quality Inn? It's part of that. It's not fancy, it's not pretentious. It's… practical. And sometimes, that's exactly what you need. So, yeah, embrace the imperfections. Pack your sense of humor. And get ready for a Morgantown adventure. You won't regret it (probably).
