Roanoke Comfort Suites: Fort Worth's BEST Northside Hotel?
Roanoke Comfort Suites: Fort Worth's BEST Northside Hotel? - A Messy, Honest Review (Buckle Up!)
Alright, y'all, let's talk Roanoke Comfort Suites in Fort Worth. Is it REALLY the BEST Northside hotel? Well, that's a loaded question. Let's just say, after a recent stay, I have opinions. And, as a self-proclaimed hotel aficionado (read: I live out of a suitcase sometimes), you know those opinions are… complex.
First off, let's get the boring but necessary stuff out of the way. Accessibility: They claim to have it, and that's a HUGE plus. Wheelchair accessible? Yes, supposedly. I didn't personally verify all the specific nitty-gritty details, but it looked good from a quick glance. Elevator? Yup. Important for those of us with questionable knees after a day of rambling.
Internet Access: Okay, this is where things get interesting. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms?! YES! HALLELUJAH! And it actually worked. Mostly. I mean, it's hotel Wi-Fi, so expect the occasional hiccup. The option for Internet [LAN] is listed. Seriously? Who uses LAN anymore? Made me chuckle. Wi-Fi in public areas? Yep, spotted that too.
Cleanliness and safety: This is where Roanoke Comfort Suites takes some major points.
- Anti-viral cleaning products? Supposedly!
- Daily disinfection in common areas? Yes, that's what they tell you in the info, even if "common areas" is a little vague.
- Hand sanitizer? Everywhere!
- Hygiene certification? The big question, isn't it? I didn't see any big signs, but the place felt… clean.
- Rooms sanitized between stays? They say it. I hope it!
- Staff trained in safety protocol? Gotta give the staff a round of applause, it's evident they are all working hard to do their best.
- Sterilizing equipment: I didn't see anyone zapping things but… hopeful.
Now, let's delve into the "Things to do, ways to relax" because, let's be honest, isn't that why we're really at a hotel? Here’s where the stream-of-consciousness chaos starts.
Pool with view? Nope. Standard hotel pool. Fine. Not a dealbreaker. Swimming pool [outdoor]? Yes, and it was pretty decent, I'd say.
Fitness center: Hmmm. Small, but had the basics. Enough to feel slightly less ashamed of my pretzel body after all the Texas BBQ. Gym/fitness: Same thing, it is what it is.
Spa/sauna, Steamroom -- Negative on all counts. (Sad face). No spa, no sauna, no steamroom. This is something I would personally prefer.
Massage, Sauna, Body scrub, Body wrap, Foot bath: Nah, none of that. No pampering!
Ah, the Dining, drinking, and snacking possibilities. This is the stuff that REALLY makes or breaks a hotel for me.
Breakfast [buffet]? YES! That's the good news. The bad news… it’s a standard, slightly sad, continental breakfast spread. Breakfast [buffet]? The usual suspects: pastries that look like they've been sitting there since the Cretaceous period, some questionable scrambled eggs (I swear someone was keeping them warm under a heat lamp for days), and those pre-packaged yogurts I've been avoiding since 1998. However, there's Coffee/tea in restaurant which is always nice for a caffeinated start.
A la carte in restaurant, Asian breakfast, Asian cuisine in restaurant, Desserts in restaurant, Happy hour, International cuisine in restaurant, Salad in restaurant, Soup in restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant, Western breakfast, Western cuisine in restaurant: Nah, don't get your hopes high.
Room service [24-hour]? Forget it.
Poolside bar, Snack bar: Nope, a bummer if you ask me.
Bar: Nope.
Bottle of water, Coffee/tea in restaurant, Essential condiments, Kids meal, Bottle of water: These all sound nice.
Services and conveniences: Okay, let’s rip through this quickly because truthfully? They were good.
Family/child friendly: Definitely felt that way. Lots of families. Not a bad thing, just loud sometimes. Babysitting service: Not that I saw, sadly. Air conditioning in public area: Essential in Texas, and yes, it works. Audio-visual equipment for special events, Business facilities, Cash withdrawal, Concierge: Don't think so. Contactless check-in/out, Convenience store, Currency exchange, Daily housekeeping, Doorman, Dry cleaning, Elevator: You got them. Food delivery, Gift/souvenir shop: Found both. Indoor venue for special events, Ironing service, Laundry service, Luggage storage: There are those. Meeting/banquet facilities, Meetings, Meeting stationery, On-site event hosting, Outdoor venue for special events, Projector/LED display: I think so. Safety deposit boxes, Seminars, Shrine, Smoking area, Terrace: Possibly, but not for me. Wi-Fi for special events, Xerox/fax in business center: Yep.
For the kids. Nothing spectacular – but functional.
Getting around:
Airport transfer: Possible but I didn't use it, Bicycle parking, Car park [free of charge], Car park [on-site], Car power charging station: Yep! Taxi service, Valet parking: Both.
Available in all rooms (the important stuff):
Air conditioning, Alarm clock, 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.
Okay, you get the picture. They try. They really do.
Now, let's zoom in on my experience. I booked the non-smoking room. Got to the room, and… hmmm. It smelled like someone had been smoking a pack of Marlboros in there hours before. Not good, Roanoke Comfort Suites. Not good. I called the front desk, they apologized profusely and switched me, pronto. They were genuinely apologetic, which counts for something.
So, final verdict on Roanoke Comfort Suites? In a nutshell:
The Good: Cleanish, efficient staff, decent location (if you like the Northside). It's a perfectly functional hotel that's not going to blow your mind. It could be a great spot for a quick trip to see Texas Motor Speedway, or for those that need to stay in the area.
The Bad: Breakfast is a breakfast of the walking dead. The rooms are not always perfect.
The Quirky: The sheer number of amenities they claim to have versus what they actually have gives me whiplash sometimes.
Honest rating: 6.5/10.
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Mystic Getaway: Unwind at Baymont Inn & Suites!
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because this isn't your grandma's meticulously planned itinerary. This is… me planning a trip to that Comfort Suites in Roanoke - Fort Worth North. And let's be honest, I'm probably running late already. Here we go:
PRE-TRIP CHAOS (AKA The "Pre-Flight Anxiety and Online Shopping Spree" Phase)
- Okay, so it's the night before. I'm supposed to leave tomorrow, and my suitcase looks like it's been attacked by a rogue clothing explosion. Seriously, how did all these socks end up scattered across my bed? And why do I own so many socks?! First of all, I should have started packing days ago.
- 3:00 AM: I can't sleep. Scrolling through Amazon for travel pillows I probably don't need. This is not getting us anywhere.
- 4:00 AM: Realized now I have to go to the airport tomorrow, so I should probably put all my important documents inside the luggage.
- 5:00 AM: Finally some sleep.
DAY 1: Touchdown in Texas and the Glorious Comfort Suites (Maybe?)
- Morning (ish): Arrive at the airport with the grace of a newborn giraffe. I'm pretty sure I forgot my phone charger. Ugh. (Begin internal monologue about budgeting for a new travel charging kit; I shouldn't because I have a million!)
- Mid-morning: Plane ride. (Praying for a window seat, because I'm a sucker for cloud-gazing and pretending I'm a bird… or at least, slightly less awkward feeling up there.) Try to remain calm during the flight. Eat the weird airline snacks because, well, you have to, right?
- Late Morning/Early Afternoon: LAND! Texas, here I come! (Cue a small, embarrassed Yee-haw. Don't judge me). Grab my rental car, which will probably involve me arguing with a GPS that clearly hates me.
- 2:00 PM (ish): Arrive at the Comfort Suites. Oh man, I hope the reviews weren't kidding about the free breakfast being halfway decent. First impressions are, well, impressions. I'm hoping for a nice, clean room… And a working AC. Texas heat is no joke, people.
- 2:30 PM: Check into the room. I'm so exhausted. But what a relief.
- 3:00 PM: Unpack…or, um, attempt to unpack. Mostly just shoving things into drawers and hoping for the best.
- 4:00 PM: The real purpose of everything comes. Nap time! I'm not sure what I'll be doing for the rest of the day, since I'm sure I will spend the whole afternoon asleep.
- 6:00 PM (ish): Wake up. (Hopefully not drooling on the pillow.) Assess the situation. Hunger pangs. Time to find some dinner.
- 7:00 PM: Trying to decide where to eat. (Help!)
- 10:00 PM: Bed time. It's been a long day and my back hurts.
DAY 2: The Roanoke Adventure…or Something Like That?
- Morning (hopefully): BREAKFAST! Free hotel breakfast is a gamble. Pray to the cereal gods for something edible. Hope for waffles. Dream of bacon.
- Late Morning: I'm off to explore Roanoke and Fort Worth! I'm going to go and look at the sights… I hope.
- Lunch: Going to try and find a good restaurant. I hear the food is good in the area.
- Afternoon: The whole afternoon is going to be dedicated to seeing the sights.
- Evening: Dinner time! See what's around.
DAY 3: The Long and winding road…
- Morning: Breakfast. (Please, please, please have waffles.) Check out of the hotel.
- Mid-morning: Hit the road back home. I'm tired, but happy.
- Afternoon/Evening: Arrive back home. Unpack (again, half-heartedly). Collapse on the couch. Reflect on the adventure. Wonder when I can do this again.
Important Notes (aka, the "Things I'll Probably Forget"):
- Phone Charger: Seriously, MUST remember this.
- Snacks: Gotta have snacks. Especially for the inevitable delays.
- "Don't Judge Me" Playlist: For those moments when I need a little emotional support…or just want to sing at the top of my lungs in the car.
- Patience: Because travel rarely goes as planned. And that's okay. (Deep breath.)
- Money: I need it.
Final Thoughts:
This is probably not the most efficient way to plan a trip. It's also not the most organized. But it's real. It's me. And hey, if I end up making it back alive and with a few good stories, I'll consider it a win. Wish me luck!
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Is the Roanoke Comfort Suites ACTUALLY the "BEST" Northside Hotel? Because...marketing. You know?
Alright, alright, let's address the elephant...or maybe the slightly overstuffed sofa...in the room. "BEST"? That's a loaded word, isn't it? Marketing team, I salute you. Look, is it the *absolute* best? Depends on your definition of "best." If "best" means "clean, relatively quiet, with a decent breakfast and a pool that's NOT green and actively bubbling with questionable life forms," then yeah, it's pretty darn good. I stayed there last year for a friend's wedding (don't ask, the bride was a menace to society but whatever). It was…fine. Honestly, the air conditioning was a lifesaver. Texas in July? Forget about it. That alone bumps it up several notches in my book. But "best"? Maybe... "Solid and dependable"? Yeah, I'd go with that. It's not the Ritz, folks, but it does the job. And hey, sometimes "the job" is all you need.
What amenities does the Comfort Suites Roanoke offer? Give me the lowdown. No fluff.
Okay, so they've got the usual suspects: Free breakfast – the breakfast is key, a good breakfast can make or break your whole day, right? They offer your typical continental fare, but you know how some places' "fruit" looks like it's been orbiting the sun for a few decades? Not here. It's usually… edible. Swimming pool (again, make sure it's not bubbling; I'm still traumatized by that one motel in, ugh, Lubbock). Free Wi-Fi (essential! You can't escape your responsibilities without Wi-Fi). And, oh god, the free parking. Which is a must in Texas unless you want to pay an arm and a leg. Basic stuff. Good basic. I would however, rate it as good, not excellent.
The breakfast situation. Spill. Is it actually worth getting out of bed for? Be honest. I'm a breakfast snob.
Alright, fellow breakfast connoisseur. This is where the rubber meets the road. Okay, let's be real, it's not a Michelin-star experience. But, and this is a BIG BUT, for a free hotel breakfast, it's… satisfactory. You'll find the usual suspects: waffles (you get to make your own!), eggs (possibly powdered, but hey, they're eggs), bacon (sometimes crispy!), cereal (variety!), fruit (as mentioned, usually edible), and the coffee. The coffee is important. Hotel coffee is often the scourge of the earth, but it's not that bad. Honestly, it's mostly decent. Is it a five-star breakfast? Absolutely not! But is it a solid 7 out of 10, considering you're getting it *for free*? Yes. Absolutely, yes. Plus, they usually have those little cream cheese/jelly packets you can stockpile. I ALWAYS stockpile. Don't judge me. We all do it.
How's the pool? Is it clean? Is it actually… swimmable?
Okay, the pool situation is crucial. As I said before, the green bubbling nightmare is a real phobia of mine. Luckily, The Roanoke Comfort Suites pool is… probably safe. I didn't dive in, I'm a germaphobe, but from what I saw, it was clear, and the chlorine smell didn't make my eyes water excessively. There were kids splashing around, which is usually a good sign – or, at worst, a sign of parents who don't care if their kids become one with the algae. I'd cautiously give it a thumbs up. But look, I'm not making any promises. Bring your own test strips, just in case. I'm just saying.
Is it pet-friendly? Because my chihuahua, Señor Snuggles, is coming with me. He needs a vacation too.
YES! (Mostly, check the specific policy). Yes, oh glorious yes! The Roanoke Comfort Suites often *is* pet-friendly and that is a HUGE win. You know how hard it is to find a decent hotel that welcomes your furry overlords? Señor Snuggles gets my full support. Just… call ahead. Always call ahead. Confirm their pet policy, any size or breed restrictions, and if there are any extra fees. You don't want to show up with Señor Snuggles and be turned away. That would be a tragedy of epic proportions. And for the love of all that is holy, clean up after Señor Snuggles. Don't be *that* pet parent. Be a good pet parent.
The location. Tell me about the location. Is it close to stuff? Is it in a good part of town?
The location… is decent. It’s a bit… out there. But close to the highway, so easy to get around if you have a car. Restaurants nearby, you can walk, you can drive. It's Northside, so it’s not like you’re going to stumble into a Michelin-starred restaurant on a casual stroll, but there's plenty of Tex-Mex, which is what matters. And hey, it's Texas. You're here for the food, right? The location is good. The area is safe, and it is what it is. Just be aware of the usual city stuff.
What about the rooms? Are they clean? Are they comfortable? This is important!
Okay, the rooms. *That* is where it gets interesting. The rooms I've stayed in have been… fine. Generally clean. Comfortable enough, I think. Beds aren't heavenly clouds, but they're not backbreakers either. The air conditioning? As I mentioned, a lifesaver in Texas. Crucial. HUGE. The decor? Let's just say it's… functional. Not exactly Pinterest-worthy, but clean and practical. I do remember one time the phone didn't work. No biggie, right? Wrong. Apparently, it was a REALLY BIG DEAL to the hotel. Seriously, the staff treated it like it was a national crisis. They sent like, four people and a supervisor. And they kept apologizing. I'm still not quite sure *why* it was such a big deal. Maybe the phone was the key to all of the secrets of the hotel. I don't know. It was bizarre. Anyway, the rooms are functional. Clean-ish. Comfortable-ish. Don't go expecting a luxury spa suite, and you'll be fine.
Are there any hidden fees or unexpected charges? Be straight with me.
Hidden fees are the bane of my existence. Generally, no hidden fees at the Comfort Suites. But always, always, always read the fine print. Always. Check the websiteTrip Hotel Hub
