Escape to Comfort: North Little Rock's BEST Travel Inn!
Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because I've just emerged from a whirlwind stay at "Escape to Comfort: North Little Rock's BEST Travel Inn!" and my brain is still buzzing. Forget those sterile, cookie-cutter hotel reviews – this is the real deal, warts and all. And after my stay, I'm here to offer my honest opinion.
The Grand Reveal of My Stay: The Good, The Bad, and the "Wait, Did That Just Happen?"
First off, let's be clear: "Best Travel Inn" is a bold claim. Did it live up to the hype? Well, let's just say it's got personality. A LOT of personality.
First Impression: Accessibility & Welcoming Vibes (or Lack Thereof)
I, as an able-bodied individual, had some concerns about the Accessibility aspects of the North Little Rock's BEST Travel Inn. The Elevator was accessible, but it appeared that the Wheelchair Accessible rooms are limited, so be sure to double-check. Having said that, the Facilities for disabled guests were very nice to see there.
Cleanliness & Safety: Did I Survive? (Kinda)
Okay, let's talk about the elephant in the room: sanitation in the age of… you know. They took it seriously. I saw evidence of Staff trained in safety protocol, which was reassuring. Anti-viral cleaning products were clearly being used, I saw the Daily disinfection in common areas as well and that was a very good thing.. I noticed Individually-wrapped food options. I also saw Hand sanitizer stations EVERYWHERE. They even offered Room sanitization opt-out available which I declined, because I love when the staff does a deep clean for me. So, in this department: thumbs up.
Eating, Drinking, and Stuffing My Face (A Very Detailed Account)
Alright, food. This is where things got interesting. They had everything! Okay, maybe not everything, but the Breakfast [buffet] was pretty solid. I'm a sucker for Western breakfast, and they delivered. But listen, let me be totally honest. I’m a sucker for all food; especially when I get excited to eat dessert. I just had the urge to stuff my face with dessert! They had desserts in the restaurant and it was heaven! The Coffee shop was open early, which was a lifesaver for this caffeine-fiend. Loved that.
- A la carte in restaurant
- Alternative meal arrangement
- Asian breakfast
- Asian cuisine in restaurant
- Bar
- Bottle of water
- Breakfast [buffet]
- Breakfast service
- Buffet in restaurant
- Coffee/tea in restaurant
- Coffee shop
- Desserts in restaurant
- Happy hour
- International cuisine in restaurant
- Poolside bar
- Restaurants
- Room service [24-hour]
- Salad in restaurant
- Snack bar
- Soup in restaurant
- Vegetarian restaurant
- Western breakfast
- Western cuisine in restaurant
Relaxation Station: Spa Day or "Just Pretend"?
Now this is where things got a little… ambitious, in my opinion. The Spa sounds great.
- Body scrub
- Body wrap
- Fitness center
- Foot bath
- Gym/fitness
- Massage
- Pool with view
- Sauna
- Spa
- Spa/sauna
- Steamroom
- Swimming pool
- Swimming pool [outdoor]
Services and Conveniences: Beyond the Basics (Mostly)
They definitely tried. The Concierge was friendly and helpful, the Daily housekeeping staff were efficient, and the Doorman was always there with a smile. I also got a chance to check out the Gift/souvenir shop that was pretty nice.
- Air conditioning in public area
- Audio-visual equipment for special events
- Business facilities
- Cash withdrawal
- Concierge
- Contactless check-in/out
- Convenience store
- Currency exchange
- Daily housekeeping
- Doorman
- Dry cleaning
- Elevator
- Essential condiments
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Food delivery
- Gift/souvenir shop
- Indoor venue for special events
- Invoice provided
- Ironing service
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Meetings
- Meeting stationery
- On-site event hosting
- Outdoor venue for special events
- Projector/LED display
- Safety deposit boxes
- Seminars
- Shrine
- Smoking area
- Terrace
- Wi-Fi for special events
- Xerox/fax in business center
For the Kiddos: Family Fun?
I didn't have any kids with me, but I did peep the Kids meal items. Seemed reasonable. I didn’t get to see the Babysitting service, but the Family/child friendly tag is still a good sign.
- Babysitting service
- Family/child friendly
- Kids facilities
- Kids meal
Access is the Name of the Game
- CCTV in common areas
- CCTV outside property
- Check-in/out [express]
- Check-in/out [private]
- Couple's room
- Exterior corridor
- Fire extinguisher
- Front desk [24-hour]
- Hotel chain
- Non-smoking rooms
- Proposal spot
- Room decorations
- Safety/security feature
- Security [24-hour]
- Smoke alarms
- Soundproof rooms
The Rooms: My Humble Abode
Okay, the rooms here were nice. Nothing you expect from a hotel chain, but they were great. I had the Additional toilet and Air conditioning of course. It was awesome! I had Blackout curtains. I always want those. Coffee/tea maker was handy. Complimentary tea was even better, but only got some of that. They had Desk and Extra long bed with the High floor and In-room safe box I was looking for. I loved the Internet access – wireless and Ironing facilities. The fact that you have Laptop workspace is excellent. I also had Satellite/cable channels and the Separate shower/bathtub was awesome. And of course, I had Hair dryer, Refrigerator, and Smoke detector, all the essentials.
- Additional toilet
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bathrobes
- Bathroom phone
- Bathtub
- Blackout curtains
- Carpeting
- Closet
- Coffee/tea maker
- Complimentary tea
- Daily housekeeping
- Desk
- Extra long bed
- Free bottled water
- Hair dryer
- High floor
- In-room safe box
- Interconnecting room(s) available
- Internet access – LAN
- Internet access – wireless
- Ironing facilities
- Laptop workspace
- Linens
- Mini bar
- Mirror
- Non-smoking
- On-demand movies
- Private bathroom
- Reading light
- Refrigerator
- Safety/security feature
- Satellite/cable channels
- Scale
- Seating area
- Separate shower/bathtub
- Shower
- Slippers
- Smoke detector
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa
- Soundproofing
- Telephone
- Toiletries
- Towels
- Umbrella
- Visual alarm
- Wake-up service
- Wi-Fi [free]
- Window that opens
Getting Around: Easy Peasy
Getting around was a breeze:
- Airport transfer
- Bicycle parking
- Car park [free of charge]
- Car park [on-site]
- Car power charging station
- Taxi service
- Valet parking
Overall: Escape to Comfort - You Might Want to Escape
"Escape to Comfort: North Little Rock's BEST Travel Inn!"? Perhaps. It's a mixed bag, folks. It has its issues. However, it has a ton of character and tries HARD. The staff is generally very nice. It's clean and safe. If you're looking for personality (and maybe a slightly eccentric charm), it's a decent choice.
My Offer for YOU, My Beloved Reader (And Future Escape-r)
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But let's be clear: book with realistic expectations. It’s not perfect. It definitely has it's issues. It definitely tried, though.
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Alright, buckle up, buttercups, because we're diving headfirst into a Travel Inn North Little Rock adventure. Don't expect a polished brochure, because this is going to be…well, real. And let's be honest, "real" often involves spilled coffee, questionable decisions, and a whole heap of internal monologue.
Day 1: Arrival, Regret, and Pizza (in NO particular order)
- 1:00 PM: Arrive at the Travel Inn. Okay, first impressions… sigh. The exterior is… well, it exists. I'm pretty sure the parking lot has more cracks than my grandmother's face after she tells a particularly juicy story. Still, the reviews weren't terrible… I hope.
- 1:15 PM: Check-in. The clerk (a woman with a nametag that says "Brenda") is friendly enough, even if she looks like she's seen things. Like, really seen things. She hands me a key that probably requires more force than the Hulk to open the door.
- 1:30 PM: The Room! Okay, the room isn't terrible. It's got a bed, a TV that probably works, and a lingering scent of…something. I'm going to go with "slightly stale air freshener." The carpet? Questionable. I'm going to wear shoes inside, no matter what.
- 1:45 PM: A little moment of self-pity. Okay, the view from the window is…the parking lot. Full of cars in various states of rust and decay. I'm starting to question ALL my life choices, but hey, at least the AC works!
- 2:00 PM: Food! Gotta have food to survive. Looked up some dinner options online and it seems like Pizza is the go to option. And the truth has been unleashed! I forgot to bring my own napkins! Oh, well guess, I will not be able to eat messy food today.
- 2:30 PM: The pizza arrives. And honestly, it's kind of amazing after the slight let-down of the motel. Greasy, cheesy heaven. I devour it like I haven't eaten in days. Regret comes later, maybe.
- 3:30 PM: Okay, so I need to do something. What is there to do in Little Rock? I should have looked this up before leaving, but that would have required planning. And let's be honest, planning isn't exactly my strong suit.
- 4:00 PM: I call Brenda and ask if there is anything fun nearby. Brenda gives me this look, the one that says "…honey, you're on your own, but I'm gonna point you in the right direction".She also mentions a local park.
- 6:00 PM: I take a walk to the park. It is fine, I enjoy it.
Day 2: Nature is a good thing
- 8:00 AM: Wake up. I had an odd dream, but let's move past that.
- 8:30 AM: Breakfast. The continental breakfast at the Travel Inn is… well, it's free. And by "free," I mean it probably costs the souls of anyone who eats it. The coffee is… caffeinated water. I’m going to go with the fruit loop option, and hope for the best.
- 9:00 AM: I found a nice park yesterday. I'm going to go back, I need it.
- 1:00 PM: Return to the Travel Inn, and decide to watch some TV.
- 3:00 PM: The same thing as yesterday. Food and TV.
Day 3: Departure and Reflection
- 8:00 AM: Wake up. Seriously, I should have booked one more night.
- 8:30 AM: The breakfast struggle is real, again.
- 9:00 AM: Pack up. I'm leaving the room as I found it, which means questionable stains on the carpet and a lingering sense of 'meh'.
- 9:30 AM: Check out. Brenda looks relieved to see me go (or maybe it's just been a long week). She says, "Have a good one, hon." I think I will.
- 10:00 AM: Drive away. Okay, Travel Inn, North Little Rock. You weren't perfect. You really, REALLY weren't perfect. But you were a roof over my head, and you gave me some pizza. And sometimes, that's all you need.
- 10:30 AM: Reflecting on life… and maybe finding another motel.
This itinerary is, of course, subject to change. Spontaneous naps, overwhelming pizza cravings, and the general chaos of life have been known to throw a wrench into even the most meticulously planned travel adventures. But hey, that's part of the fun, right? Now if you'll excuse me, I need to go find a good cup of coffee. And maybe some napkins.
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Escape to Comfort: North Little Rock's.... Well, You'll See the Best You Can Expect! - FAQ (With a Side of Reality)
Okay, First Thing's First: Is This Place ACTUALLY Comfortable?
Look, "Escape to Comfort" isn't promising you a five-star resort, alright? Let's be real. But… and this is a big BUT… it's *mostly* comfortable. Think… a slightly nicer version of your grandma's guest room. The kind of place where you *could* actually relax, even if the floral print on the bedspread is a little… loud. I stayed there last week. My back was killing me after a seven-hour drive. The mattress felt like a cloud, the pillows? Okay, they could use an upgrade, and the AC could have been a little louder, but I slept like a rock. So, yes, comfortable-ish. Consider it a win.
Is there a pool? Because, you know, summer in Arkansas…
Oh, the pool. Let's talk about the pool. Yes, there *is* a pool. And it's… well… It's *there*. Think less "tropical oasis" and more "rectangle of water, slightly green, with maybe, *maybe* a few rogue leaves floating around." Okay, I'm being harsh. I *think* they cleaned it while I was there. They were definitely trying. There were kids in it, splashing and screaming, so… at least it's functional. And honestly? After that long drive, anything wet and vaguely pool-shaped seemed appealing. Especially after that questionable gas station coffee. Just, maybe, don't expect the Four Seasons.
And the breakfast? Free breakfast is always a gamble…
The breakfast… ah, yes. The Breakfast. Okay, picture this: a single waffle maker humming with the promise of… something. There were dry pre-packaged muffins, some questionable-looking yogurt cups with the consistency of paste, and the usual parade of sugary cereals. And coffee. The coffee was… *coffee*. It got the job done, I guess. I grabbed a waffle, poured way too much syrup on it, and pretended it was a gourmet experience. Truthfully, I was just glad I didn’t have to leave the hotel to find breakfast. Convenience wins, even if the food isn't Michelin-star worthy. I still think that the waffle maker was fighting for its life though.
What about the location? Is it, you know, *safe*?
The location? It's *fine*. Look, I'm not going to lie, it’s not the most glamorous part of North Little Rock. It's definitely one of those places where you glance at the parking lot when you lock your car, just to be sure. But, I didn’t feel overtly threatened. There were families there, a few folks on business trips, and the staff seemed friendly and observant. Just… be aware of your surroundings, you know? The world is what it is. I honestly mostly wanted to get to my room after the drive.
Okay, let's get real: Did you actually *like* it there? Be honest.
Okay, honest? Yeah, I did. Look, I went in with low expectations. Because let's be real, this place is not the Ritz Carlton. If you're expecting that, you'll be bitterly disappointed. But, it was clean (mostly), the staff were friendly (mostly), and it was a welcome refuge after a long day. And let me tell you about the little things, the things that made it a good inn. The room had a *working* TV. A rare thing these days. And the AC, while noisy, definitely worked. The bed was comfortable. And they had a fridge. And I grabbed a few extra packets of coffee for the road. Those little things made me happy. It's a solid, reliable place to crash. It's a bit like a well-worn sweater: comfortable, familiar, and does the job. Not fancy, but it's okay. And sometimes, okay is all you need. Would I stay again? Probably. Would I recommend it? Yes, with the caveat that you know what you're getting. A decent, reliable place to lay your head after a long day. And that, my friend, is often enough.
Is it pet-friendly? Because my fluffy friend comes everywhere with me.
YES! They are pet-friendly! Which, as a pet owner myself, is a HUGE win. I didn’t bring any pets. I did see a few dogs though, and they seemed pretty happy. Just call ahead and make sure you understand their pet policy (fees, etc.). It’s a massive relief to have that option, especially when you’re on the road and your furry buddy needs a place to crash, too. I did miss my dog terribly.
Would you go back?
Probably. Yeah. Look, it's not the kind of place you rave about, but it's a solid, dependable choice. If I'm ever in North Little Rock again and need a place to crash, I'd definitely consider Escape to Comfort. And you know what? I'd probably grab an extra waffle, too...just in case.
