Kingman's BEST Hotel? Holiday Inn Express Review (You WON'T Believe This!)
Kingman's BEST Hotel? Holiday Inn Express Review (You WON'T Believe This!) - A Rambling, Honest Take
Alright, buckle up buttercups, because I just got back from a stay at the Holiday Inn Express in Kingman, Arizona, and let me tell you, the experience was… something. I'm talking a swirling vortex of free Wi-Fi, questionable breakfast choices, and a genuine attempt at hospitality that almost made me weep (in a good way, mostly). This isn't just a review, it's a confession. Let's dive in, shall we?
Accessibility & Safety - A Mixed Bag, Honestly (But Mostly Okay)
I'm a stickler for accessibility. Seriously, it's 2024, people! And Kingman's Holiday Inn Express? Well, they try. Wheelchair accessible is a big checkmark, thankfully. The elevator was working (praise the Lord!), and the facilities for disabled guests seemed present. I didn't personally test those facilities, but the door signage suggested consideration.
Cleanliness and Safety was, well, a constant worry. They're trying, though. The Daily disinfection of common areas felt like a genuine effort, even if I saw a rogue crumb or two (I'm not judging…much). The Anti-viral cleaning products give peace of mind, and they claimed to have Rooms sanitized between stays. A doctor/nurse on call? That's a great feature for a hotel.
They offered a Safe dining setup, which was good. I love the Cashless payment service, it makes everything easier. The Staff trained in safety protocol was also nice because staff are essential to all aspects of a hotel experience.
There were CCTV in common areas and CCTV outside the property, which made me feel a little less like I was being watched by invisible aliens and more like I was just a regular hotel guest. Seriously, that stuff is important for peace of mind.
Rooms - The Good, The Bad, and the Slightly Unpleasant (but mostly Good!)
Okay, let's talk about the actual room. My room had all the basics: Air conditioning (essential in Arizona), Wi-Fi [free] (duh!), a Desk for…you know, work. And most importantly, Air conditioning.
My room was non-smoking, with a Smokeless alarm and a Fire extinguisher, which made me, you know, feel safe.
The bed! The glorious extra long bed provided such comfort and peace; I almost died. I also had some Blackout curtains, which were a godsend to fight the constant brightness.
Now, here’s where things get a little…human. I went for a high floor, just because I like the views. I also saw the Window that opens, which is rare these days, and I appreciated that!
Internet Access - The Reason I'm Writing This (Mostly)
Let's get real, as a digital nomad, free Wi-Fi is a make-or-break deal. And Kingman's Holiday Inn Express? They DELIVERED. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! Internet access – wireless! It’s what I needed, and it delivered. I was able to get all my work done, and that is why I can give this review!
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking - Breakfast, the Biggest Rollercoaster
Oh, the breakfast! This is where the Holiday Inn Express really shines…in the sense that it’s a blinding light of…mediocrity, with sprinkles of joy. The Breakfast [buffet] was…well, a buffet. Expect the usual suspects: eggs (scrambled, because they're playing it safe), probably some kind of processed meat (don't ask), and the ever-present Western breakfast.
There was Coffee/tea in the restaurant, which is what got me out of my bed. Sometimes they serve an Asian breakfast, which I never tried, but it's there. The Breakfast takeaway service was surprisingly useful for those early starts, but the quality of anything I could get would be bad.
As for the rest of the day? A Snack bar. Don't expect Michelin-star dining.
Services and Conveniences - Everything, Pretty Much
This Holiday Inn offers the usual collection of helpful services:
- Air conditioning in public area Again, in Arizona, a must.
- Daily housekeeping – bless them, they tried.
- Elevator - Definitely appreciated
- Facilities for disabled guests - A big plus.
- Laundry service - If you're on the road for a while.
- Meeting/banquet facilities – business meetings, and a projector or two for your business.
Things to Do, Ways to Relax - (Not a Spa Day, Sadly!)
Okay, so you're in Kingman. Honestly, the expectations are low. This Holiday Inn doesn’t go wild with amenities.
- Fitness center. I took a peek. It's there. Treadmills, machines, probably some free weights gathering dust.
- Swimming pool [outdoor]: Didn't use it, but it looked…pool-y.
For the Kids - Family Friendly (but not a Water Park!)
They have Family/child friendly accommodations, which means they're trying. There were some Kids facilities, and Babysitting service: not for me to comment on.
Getting Around - Car is King!
Let's be honest, you are in Kingman because you're driving through.
- Car park [free of charge]. That's a good one.
- Car power charging station: helpful, but not a full power station, so don't expect your Tesla to be ready!
My Verdict (and a Crazy Offer!)
Look, the Holiday Inn Express in Kingman isn't going to win any awards for luxury. But it's solid. It’s clean, it’s safe-ish, it has FREE Wi-Fi that actually WORKS, and the staff genuinely tries to be helpful. Is it the BEST? Maybe not. Is it the ONLY one? Definitely.
Here's my (Crazy) Offer to You:
If you're planning a trip to Kingman, and you need a place to crash, the Holiday Inn Express is a solid choice. You might even find yourself smiling at the breakfast buffet.
Book now and get a 10% discount on your stay AND a coupon for a free coffee at the local other coffee shop (because honestly, the hotel coffee is…an experience).
Just mention the code "KINGMANADVENTURE" when you book. And if you see a rogue crumb, don't judge. We've all been there.
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Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because we're about to dive headfirst into my "perfectly imperfect" Kingman, Arizona adventure at the Holiday Inn Express. This ain't no polished brochure, this is the real, slightly-too-caffeinated, gloriously chaotic truth.
The Kingman Kerfuffle: A Holiday Inn Express Odyssey
(Note: This schedule is…aspirational. Let's be honest, spontaneous detours and nap-attacks are almost guaranteed.)
Day 1: Arrival and the Ghosts of Route 66 (Plus, the Great Pool Debate)
- 2:00 PM: Arrive at Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX). Oh god, the airport. Always a nightmare. Delayed flight? Check. Overpriced airport coffee that tastes like sadness? Check. My bags already want out, I can tell. Rental car: a slightly battered sedan (because, budget).
- 3:30 PM: Road trip! I hit the gas pedal and pray I'm going the right direction. I usually am, eventually.
- 6:30 PM: Arrive at the Holiday Inn Express in Kingman, AZ. Ah, the sweet, sweet relief of the lobby air conditioning. And…wait, is that the faint smell of chlorine? Intriguing. Check-in: smooth enough. The front desk lady is suspiciously cheerful. I’m already suspicious.
- 7:00 PM: Room reveal! Okay, clean. Relatively spacious. The bed is… a bed. Thank God, because I'm pretty sure I could sleep standing up right now. The view? Uh, the parking lot. Charmingly authentic.
- 7:30 PM: The Great Pool Debate. Do I brave the questionable waters? It’s late, the sun is setting, and I'm not sure I can handle another layer of… chlorine. But the urge to have one beer and relax is strong. Very strong.
- 8:00 PM: Dinner at a local diner. I'm talking, greasy spoon stuff. Hoping for Route 66 vibes, and maybe a burger that makes me question all my life choices.
- 9:00 PM: A quick stroll through the (possibly) haunted downtown. Kingman's got a certain… grit. I like grit. I might get lost. I probably will get lost. It's part of the fun, right?
- 10:00 PM: Back to the hotel. Collapse into the bed. Probably forget to brush my teeth but in a way, it’s okay.
Day 2: Route 66 and the Desert's Spell (Plus, the Breakfast Bar Boogie)
- 7:00 AM: The alarm, my constant companion. Drag myself out of bed.
- 7:30 AM: Breakfast Bar Frenzy! The free breakfast at hotels is… a mixed bag. I'm talking about the potential for glory (waffles!) or the impending doom (overcooked scrambled eggs that look like a science experiment). Praying the coffee isn't too weak. And may the waffle iron gods be with me. I need to build a waffle.
- 8:30 AM: Route 66! Time to explore. I'm talking classic cars, quirky roadside attractions, and the ghosts of travelers long gone. Today, I'll start with Mr. D'z Route 66 Diner in Kingman town. I have a soft spot for diner food.
- 10:00 AM: An hour or two spent driving towards Hackberry General Store. The journey is the destiny, I think.
- 1:00 PM: Lunch at whatever charming (or terrifying) roadside establishment presents itself. Embrace the unexpected.
- 2:00 PM: Seriously, I’m getting exhausted. I need to go back to the hotel and just sit.
- 3:00 PM: Nap.
- 4:00 PM: Nap.
- 5:00 PM: Nap.
- 6:00 PM: I'm kidding! I’m back up and ready to go.
- 7:00 PM: Dinner. Probably something slightly less… greasy. Maybe.
- 8:00 PM: Back to the hotel. Maybe some light TV (because let’s be honest, the channels are usually awful).
- 9:00 PM: Collapse once more. Is it bedtime already? Feels like it.
- 10:00 PM: Sleep like a baby, assuming the AC doesn't sound like a dying jet engine all night.
Day 3: Departure and Reflections (Plus, A Final, Slightly Bitter Coffee)
- 7:00 AM: Alarm. Again. Ugh.
- 7:30 AM: Breakfast Bar Round Two. Survival strategy: lower expectations. And maybe a second cup of coffee to face the day.
- 8:30 AM: Check out of the hotel. A moment of bittersweet farewell to the perfectly imperfect… haven.
- 9:00 AM: Hit the road to the airport.
- 11:00 AM: Airport again. More overpriced coffee. More delays.
- 1:00 PM: Home.
(Post-Trip Reflections)
Kingman… well, it’s Kingman. It’s dusty, it’s a little rough around the edges, and it’s got a history you can practically touch. Did everything go according to plan? Absolutely not. Did I get lost? Undoubtedly. Did I eat way too many waffles? Guilty. Did I have fun? Damn right, I did. And that, my friends, is what truly matters. Now, time to start planning my next adventure, which will probably also be slightly chaotic and filled with questionable life choices. I can't wait.
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Kingman's "BEST" Hotel? (Holiday Inn Express... Oh Boy!) - FAQs & My Ramblings
Okay, seriously… is the Holiday Inn Express in Kingman *really* the BEST?
BEST? Oh, honey, let's just say "best" is a relative term, especially in a town known for its... well, its *lack* of shimmering options. It's the Holiday Inn Express. You get what you (mostly) pay for. My expectations? Let's just say I arrived prepared for a certain level of "charm." And by charm, I mean slightly faded carpets and maybe a rogue, forgotten peanut in a drawer. I wasn't *entirely* wrong.
The Breakfast! Tell me about THE BREAKFAST! Is it the saving grace?
The breakfast. Ah, the breakfast. This is where things get… interesting. It's your standard continental affair, folks. Waffles. Eggs (the kind that *may* be liquid-based). Cereal that's been sitting out since the Cretaceous period. The waffle situation is a full-blown *adventure*. You think you're being efficient, crafting a perfect waffle? NOPE. Batter overflow, a burnt offering, and a frantic scramble for the spatula are GUARANTEED. I swear, my last waffle looked less like breakfast and more like a topographical map of a volcanic eruption. But hey, free carbs, right? Gotta fuel that Arizona highway driving somehow.
**Anecdote Time!** One morning, I swear, I saw a guy *trying* to fix the waffle maker with a toothpick. Toothpick! Bless his heart. It didn't work, btw. And the coffee? Let's just say it's strong enough to jumpstart a car… and probably did at one point.
Were the rooms clean? (That's a BIG one!)
Clean, you ask? Well, "clean" is in the eye of the beholder, I guess. Overall, yeah, the rooms are *decently* clean. They've got the basics down. I mean, I didn't find any… *uninvited guests* (you know, the creepy-crawly kind). But I did notice a lingering scent of… something. Maybe cleaning solution? Maybe a previous guest's… unique air freshener choice? Hard to say. But hey, it wasn't overwhelming, just… there. And the bathroom? Functional. The water pressure was actually surprisingly good. Bonus points!
What about the beds? Are they comfy for a long drive?
The beds... Ah, the beds. After a day of driving across the endless Arizona landscape, a good bed is CRUCIAL. And truthfully? The beds at this Holiday Inn Express? They were… alright. Not luxurious. Not the kind that instantly makes you want to melt into oblivion. But they were *comfortable enough*. I got a decent night's sleep, which is really all I ask. And considering the price, I wasn't expecting a Tempur-Pedic. But after the aforementioned waffle fiasco, a comfy bed felt like a small victory.
The Location! Is it convenient for exploring Kingman?
Location, location, location! This Holiday Inn Express is… strategically located. It's right off the highway, which is both a blessing and a curse. Easy in, easy out, for sure. But you also get a constant hum of traffic. Earplugs are your friend. Kingman itself? Well, it's Kingman. It's got its Route 66 charm, some decent diners, and the giant arrowhead statue. Everything is a short drive away, so I wouldn't say the location is particularly awful, but it's definitely not exactly "charming." Depends if you're here for the neon or just a place to crash after 12 hours on the road.
So, the staff... any stories? Are they helpful?
The staff? Okay, here's the thing. The staff were… present. Let's put it that way. They were polite enough, efficient enough. No major complaints. I wouldn't say they were overly bubbly or overly invested in making my stay a *life-changing experience*, but they did their jobs. I think one of the front desk folks might have been slightly bored. I tried making small talk, but got minimal response. Look, I get it. It's Kingman. Probably a slow day, every day.
**Real Talk Time:** I asked for extra coffee pods. They gave them to me. That's all that matters!
The Pool! Did you take a dip?
The pool… oh, the pool. I *intended* to use the pool. It looked… inviting, under the scorching Arizona sun. But then I saw *the* pool. It gave off a certain *vibe*. Think… slightly cloudy water, surrounded by plastic chairs that had seen better days. And the general atmosphere was… eerily quiet. No splashing kids. No happy chatter. Just… the hum of the pool pump. I chickened out. Okay? I chickened out. Maybe I'm being dramatic. Probably. But I think, if I looked close, I'd have seen the remnants of someone's lost shoe down there. I'll stick to the air conditioning and my comfy-enough bed.
**Rambling Alert:** Okay, I'm just going to go on record here and say that hotel pools, in general, are a gamble. A potential source of mystery things and… oh, I’ve seen bad things in hotel pools. I’ll leave it at that.
Would you stay here again? Be honest!
If I *had* to? Yes. If I was on a budget, passing through Kingman, and needed a place to crash for the night? Absolutely. Would I *choose* it over other options that, let's be honest, probably don't even *exist* in Kingman? Probably. It's a safe bet in a place where safe bets are slightly hard to come by. Consider it a solid, reliable… *meh*. But after 12 hours on the open road? "Meh" is sometimes all you have the energy for.
**Honestly, the Best Part:** The air conditioning. That thing was a lifesaver. Worth the price of admission, in my book.
