Atlanta Marietta Escape: Hampton Inn & Suites Luxury Awaits!
Atlanta Marietta Escape: Hampton Inn & Suites Luxury Awaits!
Atlanta Marietta Escape: Hampton Inn & Suites Luxury Awaits! - A Review That's Actually Real
Alright, buckle up buttercups, because we're diving headfirst into the Hampton Inn & Suites in Atlanta Marietta. Prepare for a review that's less flowery brochure and more "real-life hotel experience." Because, let's be honest, we all deserve the unfiltered truth.
First Impressions & Accessibility: The Good, the Okay, and the Ummm…
Pulling up, the Hampton Inn & Suites looks…well, like a Hampton Inn & Suites. Clean, modern, nothing groundbreaking. Accessibility is a MAJOR plus. They say they've got it handled. Wheelchair accessible everything – from the lobby to (presumably) the pool. They also list Facilities for disabled guests. That gets a huge gold star in my book. If they actually deliver on that promise, they're ahead of the game. I didn't personally test it, but the listing is a great start. The Elevator is another win.
The Car park is free of charge and on-site. Score! No hunting for parking, especially after a long drive. I think I saw some Car power charging stations too – which is a sign of the times and a great perk for the eco-conscious traveler.
Now, let's talk about the check-in… Check-in/out [express] is listed. Which is great…when it works. I'm hoping they're not too express or I'll miss the fact that it is express.
The Room: Comfort, Convenience, and the Quest for the Perfect Pillow
I’m a sucker for Air conditioning, and thankfully, it’s everywhere in this place which is important after a long day taking in the Georgia humidity. The room itself? Pretty standard-issue Hampton Inn. 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, 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. In a word, familiar.
The Internet: Yeah, the Wi-Fi [free] is clutch. Important for people like me, who apparently need to be connected at all times. They also have Internet access – LAN which is great if you are stuck in the 90s or are doing a very secure video call.
Okay, the bed… crucial. Look, I'm not gonna lie, I'm a pillow snob. It’s a vital part of the quality of a stay and the success of sleep. Was it the perfect pillow? Sadly, no. It was a decent pillow. Perfectly…adequate. But hey, the extra long bed was definitely appreciated after a day of exploring, and is a sign of thoughtful planning.
Cleanliness & Safety: Are We Germ-Free Saints?
This is where things get interesting. They're really pushing the cleanliness angle. Anti-viral cleaning products, daily disinfection in common areas, hand sanitizer… all the buzzwords. Rooms sanitized between stays – a MAJOR plus, especially in these times. They also list Individually-wrapped food options and Safe dining setup, which shows they're trying. I'm a stickler for cleanliness, so I kept an eye out. The lobby seemed clean (as did the elevator buttons, which is a good sign) and there were numerous hand sanitizer stations about.
Dining & Drinking (and the Quest for Caffeine!)
Breakfast, my friends, is a big deal. Breakfast [buffet]. I love a good buffet. Does it live up to the hype? Well, that depends on your definition of “good.” They have Asian breakfast options as well, which is always a nice touch for a chain hotel. There's also Coffee/tea in restaurant and a Coffee shop, which is crucial for fighting the morning grogginess.
There's a Bar and the Poolside bar, plus Snack bar and Restaurants. Room service [24-hour] – a lifesaver if you're feeling lazy or the weather’s bad and just want to wallow in your room!
Things to Do & Ways to Relax: Gym Rats & Spa Days (Sort Of)
Okay, the fun stuff!
- Swimming pool [outdoor] – Gotta love a pool. I didn't get a chance to take a dip, but it looked inviting.
- Fitness center – Gotta keep up with the cardio. I didn’t see it (or use it) – but hey, it's there!
- Spa/sauna – I saw the word "spa," which got my hopes up…but honestly, it's probably just a room with a massage therapist on call. Don't go expecting a full-blown spa experience. Still, they've clearly spent time thinking about it and the Pool with view also helps create a good mood, at least.
Services & Conveniences: The Little Things That Matter
Daily housekeeping is always a win. Concierge is a bonus (did I use it? Nope, but it's comforting to know it’s there). If you're traveling for business, they've got you covered with Business facilities and Meeting/banquet facilities.
For the Kids & Couples
Family/child friendly is great news if you have the mini travelers in tow. They also surprisingly have a Couple's room and a Proposal spot (wink wink!), which is a nice touch.
The Imperfect Perfection:
There are always things you can't know about. The little things. Like, if they run out of decaf (a near-disaster!), or if the water pressure in the shower is enough, or if the staff are even remotely personable or efficient. But on the whole, I have a good idea of what to expect, and it’s largely positive.
The Verdict: Should You Book?
YES, absolutely if you're looking for a comfortable, convenient, and relatively affordable stay in the Atlanta Marietta area, especially if you appreciate a good deal of cleanliness and safety. The accessibility is awesome, and the included features for business and families makes this a worthwhile choice.
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Alright, buckle your seatbelts, buttercups, because this isn't your grandma's pristine travel itinerary. This is a messy, glorious, real-life travel journal, complete with questionable decisions, delayed trains, and the inevitable existential dread that plagues me on every single vacation. Welcome to my Marietta, GA adventure!
Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta/Marietta - The Pre-Game (and Reality Check)
Evening Before: The Packing Panic of Doom. Oh, the lies I told myself. "I'll pack light," I declared with the confidence of a seasoned traveler. Lies, all lies. My suitcase looks like a fashion explosion vomited into a nylon box. It includes: three pairs of jeans (because I'm definitely going to need them all, despite the humidity), a t-shirt collection that rivals the Smithsonian, and a sheer leopard-print top that I swear might be worn ironically. (Spoiler alert: it won't be.) Finding my phone charger always results in a full-blown meltdown. Where is that darn thing!?
Day 1: Arrival and Initial Disappointment (with a side of Chili's)
1:00 PM: Arrival and Initial Impressions. The hotel. It's a Hampton Inn. Fine. Clean. Beige. Predictable. My room smells vaguely of cleaning products and… something else. I can't quite put my finger on it. Maybe a hint of existential ennui? Either way, I'm starving beyond reason.
1:30 PM: Lunch at Chili's: Regrettable Decisions Begin. "Let's do something easy," my travel companion suggested. Ha! Easy. We're at Chili's. The chips and salsa are passable, the service is a little slow, and oh God, I just ordered the bottomless fries. Pray for my arteries. And my sanity. I overhear a couple arguing about whether frozen margaritas are authentic. It's a profound moment.
3:00 PM: Gentle stroll around Marietta Square: Okay, this is actually kind of charming. The square is gorgeous, with brick buildings and a lovely green space. I see a statue of a Civil War soldier. Wait… This town is named for someone in the civil war? This makes sense, I guess. I feel a slight unease knowing this, but I am here.
6:00 PM: Dinner - The Quest for Local Flavor (and the inevitable disappointment). We try to find a good restaurant. We go with our guts and try different places. None of them were fantastic, but they all had a certain quirky local flavor. The people were friendly. But there was just a certain… absence. This whole thing makes me wonder how locals do the food thing.
9:00 PM: The Comfort of the Hampton Inn Bed and… Instagram. I'm in bed, doom-scrolling through Instagram, comparing my totally ordinary day to everyone else's curated bliss. Why do I do this to myself? It's a vicious cycle. I will not post a pic of my beige hotel room. Ever.
Day 2: History, Mystery, and (Possibly) a Ghost.
9:00 AM: Breakfast at the Hampton Inn: Fueling the Adventure, One Stale Bagel at a Time. The breakfast buffet is the usual hotel fare. I try to tell myself the stale bagel is "charmingly authentic." It's not. I settle for a waffle shaped like a vaguely sad heart.
10:00 AM: The Marietta Museum of History: Okay, here's where things get interesting. This place is a treasure trove of local artifacts and stories. I end up spending way more time here than I expect. I'm particularly fascinated by stories of local people. The small town gossips and local drama that goes on can be riveting.
1:00 PM: Lunch - A second try for some food We give another place a shot. It's another attempt at a local experience. I get a bit of food poisoning. The flavor of the food did not fit my tastebuds.
3:00 PM: The Ghosts of Brumby Hall. This is the one they mentioned in the brochure. It's supposedly haunted. I'm a skeptic, of course. But the tour guide is super into it, and the house has a certain… unsettling charm. I don't see any ghosts, but there's a definite chill in the air the moment you turn off the AC. I suddenly feel like I would rather be back in the bland hotel room.
6:00 PM: Dinner - A Return to Familiar Territory. I'm sticking with a familiar food chain. It's the taste of safety.
8:00 PM: Evening Exploration (or lack thereof). I find myself back in my hotel room. Is this what my life is now? At least I had some good stories to tell.
Day 3: The Departure and Existential Reflections (with a side of airport anxiety)
9:00 AM: Breakfast (again). This time, I'm skipping the waffle. I'm not taking a risk with my bowels again.
10:00 AM: The inevitable packing chaos. Can I get this suitcase closed? It's a Herculean task. I am a terrible packer!
11:00 AM: Checkout and the Final Glimpse of Beige. The hotel staff is nice. It goes by fast. I have some time to kill to be sure I have time to get where I need to go on time.
12:00 PM: Airport shenanigans and the Great Book of the Airport. There's the security line. There's the frantic search for my boarding pass. There's the overpriced airport coffee that tastes like despair. But, finally, I am on the plane. I have the book that I needed to finish. I will read.
1:00 PM: Airplane: A Stream of Consciousness. Here I am at 35,000 feet, hurtling through the sky, contemplating the meaning of life (and whether I packed enough snacks).
Final Thoughts:
Marietta, GA, was… an experience. A mix of local flavor, historical intrigue, food uncertainty, and the overwhelming blandness of a Hampton Inn. It was a mess, a journey, and a reminder that sometimes, the most memorable moments are the ones you didn't plan. And yes, I will absolutely order bottomless fries again. Just, maybe not on vacation.
I'll be back with another one soon!
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Atlanta Marietta Escape: Hampton Inn & Suites – Oh Boy, Here We Go! (FAQ -ish...kinda...)
Okay, So, What *Exactly* Makes This "Luxury"? Because I've Seen Hampton Inns...
Alright, alright, let's be real. "Luxury" is a strong word, isn't it? And when you think Hampton Inn, you're picturing…well, *Hampton Inn*. But the marketing folks, bless their cotton socks, *love* that word. The "luxury" here feels more like... *elevated comfort*, maybe? Think slightly fluffier towels. Possibly a slightly less horrifying breakfast buffet (though, honestly, I still saw a suspicious beige glop that could've been scrambled eggs or... well, let's not go there).
My experience? Okay, lemme paint a picture. Booked a suite for a weekend getaway with my partner (who, for the record, is very picky about hotels, a walking TripAdvisor critique, basically). We walked in, and... it wasn't *horrible*. The lobby was bright, at least. And the lady at the front desk… bless her heart, she was trying. Offered us cookies. Crumby, slightly stale cookies. But cookies! Points for effort, right?
Here's a little anecdote: We were actually *expecting* the usual Hampton Inn fare, you know? So when we got to the room and it wasn't exactly the Ritz, we were relieved! It just *wasn't* falling apart, which is a win in my book. The bed? Comfy enough that I didn't spend the entire night wrestling with the sheets. Which, for me, is a HUGE win. So, “Luxury”? Nah. “Pleasantly Surprising for a Hampton Inn”? Absolutely. It also had a mini-fridge, which is a GODSEND for leftover pizza. More on *that* later.
The Breakfast Buffet: Don't Lie. How Bad Is It *Really*?
Okay, okay, you want the truth? The breakfast buffet: It’s a gamble. A real, honest-to-goodness crapshoot. You *might* get fresh fruit that doesn’t look like it’s been on display since the Carter administration. You might. You *might* get waffles that haven’t been sitting under a heat lamp since the dawn of time. You might. But... you are also playing breakfast roulette.
Here's the deal. Day one: Decent (relatively). The oatmeal wasn't glued to the bottom of the pot. Day two: Questionable. The "scrambled eggs" looked suspiciously like they'd been born in a factory. I took a deep breath, gritted my teeth, and went for the… what *was* that? Some sort of lukewarm, congealed… substance. Avoided it. Stick to the pre-packaged pastries. They're hard to mess up *too* badly.
My expert advice? Pack your own granola bars. Or, you know, scope out a decent diner nearby. Seriously. Your stomach will thank you. The coffee, though? Surprisingly drinkable. That's a small victory, right?
The Pool: Is It Actually Swimmable? Or Just a Blue Square of Disappointment?
The pool, ah, the pool. This is where things get... complicated. It's the *potential* here that stings. It *looks* inviting from the pictures. Clear, blue, promising a refreshing dip…
Here's where my experience kind of went off the rails a bit. We get there, excited, ready to splash around. And… the pool was closed. Temporarily. Due to… well, let's just say it involved some mysterious "pool maintenance." They were taking care of something that definitely should have been under control before we arrived. I was *devastated*. I'd envisioned myself, gracefully diving in! Cooling off! Nope. It was a "look but don't touch" situation.
Later, it turns out that "maintenance" was due to a… ah, let's just say an incident involving little kids and… well, you get the picture. So, swimmable? Probably, *eventually*. But be prepared for potential closures, and maybe pack some Purell. Just in case.
Still, I walked back to the room and ate pizza, happy I had the fridge. The pool can wait.
Marietta Itself: Worth Leaving the Hotel for?
Marietta? Absolutely! Get out of the hotel! The whole point of the trip, right? It's got a charming little square, cute shops, some decent restaurants... It's a classic slice of Americana kind of town! You can check out the Marietta Square, which is always lively. Plenty of options for food.
There’s a Civil War museum! Apparently, that was a big deal there. My partner, a history buff, was in heaven. Me? I survived. But look, I'm all for supporting local businesses! The key is finding something that *you* like: good food, a walk, shopping... It's all there.
Just a warning: traffic can be brutal, so plan accordingly. And, for the love of all that is holy, avoid driving around town during rush hour. You WILL regret it. Trust me on this.
The Bed, The Sheets, The Pillows: Sleep Quality Report. Give it to me Straight.
Okay, here's the brutal truth. The mattress? Acceptable. It did its job: providing a flat surface for my weary body to flop upon. No complaints there. The sheets? They *felt* clean, which is a win. I'm a sucker for clean sheets. They weren't the softest thing I've ever felt, but no sandpaper either. Think cotton. Breathable. Functional.
The pillows... ah, the pillows. That's where things get *tricky*. There were, I think, four pillows on the bed. Standard Hampton Inn issue. Two were firm, like bricks wrapped in pillowcases. The other two? Slightly squishier. I personally prefer a softer pillow, so I wrestled with the squishier ones all night. My partner? He found the bricks to his liking, and happily snored away.
So, sleep quality? Honestly, it depends on your pillow preference. If you're a firm pillow person, you're golden. If you're a squishier pillow fan like me, you'll have to do some strategic pillow placement and maybe bring your own if you can. I can't stress this enough.
Was there Wi-Fi? Because, You Know... Social Media and Stuff.
Yes! Yes there was Wi-Fi. And you know what? It worked! It wasn't super-fast, but it was reliable. I was able to check my email, scroll through Instagram (obviously), and even stream a movie on my laptop. So, no major connectivityRest Nest Hotels
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