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Olympia's BEST Kept Secret: State Capital Getaway at Quality Inn!

Okay, buckle up, buttercups! This review is going to be less "objective travel blog" and more "drunk friend rambling about a weekend getaway." Prepare for a glorious, chaotic, and hopefully helpful assault on your senses regarding Olympia's BEST Kept Secret: State Capital Getaway at Quality Inn! - (and yes, I'm using the official name, because I'm a rule follower… mostly.)

The Setup: Why We Needed This Getaway (and why YOU might too!)

Life. It's a beast. Between work, chores, that weird rash I'm pretty sure is stress-related, and the general existential dread of knowing time is a relentless march… well, let’s just say I needed a break. And my sanity (what’s left of it) demanded a getaway. My partner, bless their heart, agreed. So, we did what any sane person escaping reality would do: we booked the "BEST Kept Secret" – the Quality Inn, because, hey, it sounded promising!

Accessibility: (Trying to be responsible, but honestly… I didn’t check!)

Look, I should have paid more attention to the accessibility features. It’s the responsible thing to do. The hotel says they have stuff for disabled guests. They list things like an elevator. Honestly? I was too busy dreaming of room service to think about it. My bad! I sincerely hope it's all up to par for everyone who needs it. On-site options exist as well.

Wheelchair accessibility: TBD according to their claims!

Internet Access… and the Great Wi-Fi War of 2024

Okay, the internet. This is where things get real. They shout it from the rooftops: "FREE Wi-Fi in ALL ROOMS!" And also "Internet access – wireless" - phew I can get me my internet access, right?

Okay, so, the free Wi-Fi… let's just say it was… intermittent. Imagine trying to stream a rom-com when you're also battling a dial-up connection from the early 2000s. On top of that, I'm pretty sure our room was a Wi-Fi dead zone. I'd wander around the room, trying to find a signal like a lost puppy. I finally stumbled upon the blessed hotspot on my bed that held all the promise!! The promise of scrolling for hours and getting my Insta fix. (Important life stuff, people!)

So, Verdict? Free Wi-Fi? Technically, yes. Functionally? Let's call it aspirational.

The "Things to Do" Conundrum (or, How I Spent My Weekend Doing… Nothing… Gloriously)

Okay, so the "Things to Do." They list a lot. Fitness center, sauna, spa, swimming pool, gym, steamroom, pool with a view, massage… The options seemed endless!

BUT… and here's where my "getaway" got real… I spent my weekend… in bed. In my defense, the bed was amazing. It's not exactly doing anything, but it's the experience of not doing things: the ultimate goal.

Here's how it went down:

Day 1: Arrival & Bed-Related Bliss. Arrived, checked in, and found our room. Instantly, the bed called to me. I'm talking siren song levels of seduction. Like a moth to a flame, I fell into a blissful stupor of sleep.
Day 2: Coffee, Room Service, and More Bed. Woke up, maybe considered going for a swim. Nope. Room service breakfast (more on that delightful mess later!). Back in bed. Watched terrible TV. Read a trashy novel. Pure, unadulterated bliss. The pool was beautiful, they said. But the bed? The bed was mine.
Day 3: More Bed, Then Departure. Dragged myself out of bed, packed, and left, feeling vaguely guilty but also incredibly refreshed.

The Verdict on "Things to Do": The hotel offers a lot. But sometimes, the best thing to do is absolutely nothing. And if that's your jam, this place is perfect.

Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: The Room Service Saga (and Other Food Adventures!)

Okay, this is where things get interesting. The 24-hour room service… chef's kiss! The menu was actually decent. I ordered everything.

Breakfast [buffet]: Let's be honest- breakfast buffet? If it's not a huge spread with all the trimmings, I will not be impressed.
Breakfast in room: This was the gold. I am all about breakfast.
Coffee/tea in restaurant: The coffee was okay. The tea was very okay.

The Room Service Incident (Or, When a Burger Became a Comedy of Errors):

I ordered a burger. It arrived, looking decent. But the experience… well, it was like something out of a sitcom. The burger kept trying to fall apart on me, as if mocking my feeble attempts to eat it. Half the time I wasn't sure I was eating the burger or my face!

Dining, Drinking, and Snacking Verdict: Room service? A must. The burger? A dare. overall rating : 6.5/10

Cleanliness and Safety: (They Seem to Care, Which is Nice!)

Anti-viral cleaning products - Yay!
Daily disinfection in common areas - Another Yay!

They have a lot of "measures". I trust them.

Services and Conveniences: (Amenities You Didn't Know You Needed!)

Room decorations: The room was… fine.
Luggage storage: Never used it (see: bed).
Smile: The staff was polite and friendly, which is always a plus.
Concierge, doorman: I appreciated their presence!
Laundry service: I am on vacation, I don't plan on doing chores!
Air conditioning in public area: the AC worked pretty well!

For the Kids: (Guess I'm Too Old for This)

Family/child friendly: My partner and I are not parents (thank god).
Babysitting service: (See above).

Getting Around (and Getting Away With It!):

Car park [free of charge]: Yes! Free parking is always a win.
Taxi service: Didn't need it.

Available in All Rooms: (The Essentials… and Sometimes, the Annoyances)

Air conditioning: Worked great!
Coffee/tea maker: Essential for my survival.
Hair dryer: A lifesaver!
Internet access – wireless/LAN: More on that above.
Refrigerator: Useful for stashing late-night snacks!
Wi-Fi [free]: See above.
Window that opens: Essential for letting in fresh air and feeling slightly less claustrophobic.

The Overall Vibe: (Embrace the Imperfection!)

Look, the Quality Inn isn't the Ritz. It's not aiming to be. But it is a solid, reliable option for a getaway. It's not perfect. But that’s part of its charm! And sometimes, that's what you need.

My Recommendation and the "Olympia's BEST Kept Secret: State Capital Getaway" Offer:

Here’s the deal, folks: if you're looking for a luxurious, meticulously curated experience, this might not be your jam. But… if you're craving a simple, affordable escape, a place where you can mostly relax, and where you can guiltlessly spend a weekend in bed (with a questionable internet connection and a burger that might try to escape you), this is it.

Here’s the offer (and yes, I’m shamelessly making one up – remember, I’m a broke rambler, not a marketing genius!):

"Escape to Olympia's BEST Kept Secret: The 'Unplug and Unwind' Package at Quality Inn!"

What you get:
- Discounted room rates (I'm not going to pretend I know the numbers. Trust me, it'll be a steal!).
- Free Wi-Fi (cross your fingers!)
- A complimentary bottle of water (because hydration is key!).
- A voucher for 20% off any room service order (because burgers, am I right?).
Bonus: Mention this review and get a free… well, I’m not sure yet. Maybe a voucher for a free nap. Or a free pat on the back for making it through my review.
Why you need it: Because everyone deserves a break from the chaos. Come on, book it!

Final Verdict:

Would I go back? Maybe. Especially if the bed is exactly like I remember. The Quality Inn is a great place to escape. Just be prepared to embrace the imperfections, the intermittent Wi

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Alright, buckle up, buttercups, because this ain't your grandma's itinerary. This is the raw, unfiltered Olympia, Washington, experience, courtesy of yours truly and, of course, the illustrious Quality Inn near the State Capital. Let's see if I can survive this…

Day 1: Arrival, Anxiety, and the Quest for Decent Coffee (and Maybe Something Edible)

1:00 PM: Touchdown, blessedly smooth flight (for once!). Seattle-Tacoma is a beast, though. Always feels like navigating a particularly aggressive beehive. Finding the rental car? An Olympic sport. Finally snagged a dusty Corolla that smells faintly of stale french fries and unmet potential. Perfect.
2:30 PM: Check-in at the Quality Inn. Okay, not the Ritz, but the online photos are slightly… optimistic. The lobby smells vaguely of chlorine and vague hope. The front desk clerk, bless her heart, looks like she’s seen some things. Probably involves unruly tourists and malfunctioning key cards. “Welcome to Olympia!” she chirps. Uh huh. Welcome to surviving, more like.
3:00 PM: The Coffee Crisis. First mission: caffeine. Google Maps promises a Starbucks within spitting distance. Turns out, "spitting distance" depends on your definition and your stamina. After a ten-minute shuffle, I finally hit the promised land, only to discover… a line that snakes around the block. No. Absolutely not. My blood sugar and patience are already teetering on the edge.
- Side Quest: Spotted a tiny, hole-in-the-wall coffee shop, "The Daily Grind." Decided to take a chance. This is where things get interesting. The barista, a girl with vibrant rainbow hair and a thousand-watt smile, whips up a latte that is, and I'm not exaggerating, life-changing. Seriously. Smooth, rich, the perfect balance of bitterness and sweetness. Suddenly, the world doesn't seem so terrible. Maybe Olympia and I can become friends after all.
4:00 PM: After a great coffee, it's time to search for dinner.
6:00 PM: The hotel room. Standard. The bedspread looks like it’s been through a war, but hey, at least the sheets are… mostly clean. The TV remote is sticky. I'm not touching anything.
- Observation: The view from the window is straight onto the parking lot. Sigh. At least I can people-watch. And hey, there’s a guy struggling to load a kayak onto his car. I think I’ll cheer him on.
7:00 PM: Dinner! Went to the local pub. It's actually amazing. Amazing burgers and beers!
9:00 PM: Finally, the hotel bed. It's over. Goodnight.

Day 2: Capital Vibes, Bookstore Bliss, and the Deepest, Darkest Depths of a Thrift Store.

8:00 AM: Woke up to a glorious ray of sunlight!
9:00 AM: Breakfast at the Quality Inn. The "continental" breakfast is less "continental" and more "questionable." There are bagels, some questionable-looking fruit, and a waffle maker. Now, I'm a waffle enthusiast, but this one… let's just say it's an experience.
10:00 AM: The Capitol Building (and the existential dread of democracy). Decided to be a responsible tourist and visit the Capitol building. It’s… majestic. Huge, ornate, full of echoing voices and the faint smell of old bureaucracy. I wandered around, feeling slightly overwhelmed and underqualified to be in such a hallowed hall. Started to feel like I was going to get bored, but then I was very surprised. The artwork is incredible.
- Quirky Observation: Saw a particularly stern-looking statue. "He's judging me," I whispered to myself. "He knows I didn't finish reading that bill on pet grooming regulations."
12:00 PM: Lunch at a nearby cafe.
1:00 PM: THE BOOKSTORE. Browsing the shelves. This is where I could get lost for days. There might be a bookstore around here.
- Emotional Reaction: I went crazy shopping.
3:00 PM: Thrift Store Triumphs (and Tragedies). Olympia is apparently a thrift store paradise. I dove headfirst into a sprawling, dusty emporium of discarded treasures. The air was thick with the scent of mothballs and forgotten dreams. Found a genuinely amazing vintage scarf, but I also stumbled upon a collection of porcelain dolls that stared into my soul. Some of them were broken with missing arms.
- Rambling Aside: Thrift store shopping is a gamble. You might find something amazing, or you might leave empty-handed and covered in dust. It's a character-building experience, really.
5:00 PM: The hotel. Contemplating whether to watch TV or stare at the wall.

Day 3: Water Views, Fish and Chips, and the Departure Shenanigans.

9:00 AM: The Waterfront Wanderings. Olympia has a surprisingly pretty waterfront. Took a stroll along the docks, watching the sailboats bob gently in the water. The air smells of salt and… seagulls. Lots and lots of seagulls.
10:30 AM: Lunch. Fish and chips.
12:00 PM: Checking out.
1:00 PM: Heading to the airport.
3:00 PM: The flight is delayed. Great. But the coffee shop is nice.
6:00 PM: Plane takes off!

Final Thoughts:

Olympia, you weird, wonderful, slightly-dusty place. You were a mixed bag, to be sure. The coffee was a triumph, the Capitol was impressive, and the thrift stores… well, the thrift stores were an experience. And that Quality Inn? Let's just say it had character. Would I go back? Probably. Maybe. I need more coffee first. And maybe a hazmat suit for the next thrift store visit. But overall, fun.

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Olympia's BEST Kept Secret: State Capital Getaway at Quality Inn! (Or is it?) - FAQs (and Rants!)

Is this really a "BEST Kept Secret" or am I being suckered in?

Okay, let's be real. "Best Kept Secret" is marketing speak, right? Like, *everyone* knows about it, but maybe, just *maybe*, they're subtly pretending they *don't* so they can keep it all to themselves. That's my cynical side talking. But honestly? For the price, and considering it's in Olympia, and you're *right there* by the Capitol and the waterfront...yeah, it's pretty darn good. I stayed there last week, and honestly, the "secret" is probably mostly the low expectations going in. You're not getting the Ritz. You're getting… a solid, clean room, a decent breakfast (more on THAT later), and a ridiculously convenient location.

My own personal experience? Let's just say I went in with the bar set low. I’d had a TERRIBLE week. Car trouble, work drama, the whole shebang. And then, BAM! The friendly check-in guy actually *smiled* (a rare commodity these days!), and suddenly, the world wasn't quite so terrible. Maybe it IS a secret… a secret haven from the madness.

What's the actual location like? Is it… safe?

Location-wise, it's gold. Seriously. You're practically *strolling* distance to the Capitol complex. My inner history nerd was practically doing cartwheels (though my actual physical ability to *do* cartwheels is questionable). You can wander the grounds, take pictures (even if you're like me and mostly take pictures of the *wrong* things), soak up the grandeur. Plus, the waterfront is also easily accessible. And yes, it's safe. I felt perfectly comfortable walking around, even at night (though I'm not exactly prone to seeking out late-night adventures. Bedtime's usually 9:30, people!). Parking is plentiful (another HUGE plus, because Olympia parking can be a nightmare).

The only slight downside? Well, it’s Olympia. You're going to see a little bit of everything. But I didn't feel threatened or anything like that. Just… observing. It's a diverse city, and the hotel is in a relatively central, well-lit area. Don’t be scared to be a tourist with a camera! You’ll be fine!

Tell me about the rooms. Are they… clean?

Alright, the rooms. This is where things get a little… nuanced. Clean? Yes, generally speaking, they *are* clean. (Phew!) I am a little bit of a germaphobe, which I blame on my mother. I’m also a clean-freak. The sheets smelled fresh, the bathroom shined. But, and this is a *small* but...it's not like, a *spa-like* pristine. You know? Like, super-duper-extra-clean? No. There might be a tiny, almost invisible speck of dust on a shelf that only I, with my eagle-eyed inspection, would notice. Did I spend 10 minutes wiping away the imagined dust with a tissue the first five minutes of the stay? Yes! Did the entire place smell like cleaning products? Also yes!

The decor? It's… functional. Think "classic hotel room." Comfortable beds, a TV (I rarely watch TV, but hey, options are good!), and the all-important coffee maker. Essential. I need my caffeine, and I need it NOW. Don't expect luxury. Expect comfortable and practical. And definitely, definitely worth the price.

Oh, and the noise? Pretty quiet actually! I managed to sleep all night. Maybe the cleaning products worked as a sleep aid.

And the breakfast? I'm a picky eater.

The breakfast… ah, the breakfast. This is where the Quality Inn really shines, or at least, where it attempts to shine. It's the standard free breakfast buffet, which is to be expected. There’s the usual suspects: waffles (always a win!), cereal, some type of scrambled egg product… and sometimes, bless their hearts, they try to get fancy.

My personal experience? One morning, they had these little sausage patties. They looked… suspect. And I'm not going to lie. I took a *tiny* bite, because, curiosity. And… they were surprisingly delicious! I felt a pang of guilt for judging so quickly. (Though, I also can’t be sure what I ate.) The coffee was… coffee. Not the best, not the worst. Certainly drinkable. The waffle machine, despite my usual lack of culinary prowess, was a triumph. I made a waffle!

But the atmosphere… It’s a breakfast buffet, so think quiet conversations mixed in with the squeak of the waffle machine. You might meet a couple of other guests, which is alright. Just be sure to wear your own protective bubble, in case you encounter a chatty Cathy!

Is there a pool or any other amenities?

Sadly, no pool. And this is one of my minor disappointments. I am not a strong swimmer (again, my mother’s fault, I swear!). There’s not a gym either. But, hey, you’re staying in Olympia! Get outside! Walk around the Capitol grounds, hit the waterfront, explore the parks! That's the amenity!

Honestly, I'm more of a stay-in-the-room-and-binge-watch-Netflix type of person, personally. Amenities… schmamenities. Cozy room, good Wi-Fi… I’m set. Plus, the money you save on the lack of a pool can be put towards...well...anything you want!

What's the Wi-Fi situation like? Because I need to work (or stream... let's be honest).

Ah, the Wi-Fi. The lifeline of the modern traveler. The good news? It works. The *really* good news? It works *well*. I was able to stream shows without any buffering issues (a HUGE win in my book), and, you know, actually get some work done, which is more than I can say for some expensive hotels I've stayed at.

So, yeah, the Wi-Fi is a definite plus. Fast, reliable, and free. Which means you can catch up on your emails, post your vacation pics, or spend hours watching cat videos. No judgment here.

Is there anything I should avoid? Any tips or tricks?

Okay, here are a few nuggets of wisdom I gleaned from my Olympian adventure:

Avoid the early-morning rush at the breakfast buffet. Unless you *love* crowds, then be my guest. I myself prefer a leisurely start.
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