Escape to Dayton: Your Perfect South Miamisburg Extended Stay Awaits!
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because we're diving deep into a hotel review – a messy, opinionated, stream-of-consciousness plunge that's gonna spill the tea, the coffee, and maybe even a little bit of my own personal baggage. Let's call this one… "Hotel Chaos: A (Mostly) Honest Review." No holds barred. Prepare for grammatical shenanigans!
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The Hotel Gauntlet: Let the Games Begin!
Right, so where do we even begin with one of these things? Let's just… start.
Accessibility: The First Hurdle (and Hopefully Not a Literal One)
Okay, real talk. Accessibility is often a crapshoot, isn't it? The review promised wheelchair accessibility. I mean, great! But it also reminded me of one hotel where it was "accessible," as in, the front desk was on the ground floor, maybe the pool had a ramp, but the actual rooms felt like an afterthought. I hate that. This time? Actually, surprisingly decent! Elevators worked (praise be!), corridors seemed wide enough, and the bathroom… well, the bathroom had the space and the grab bars. No, it wasn't perfect - the door into the room was a bit clunky, but honestly, progress! They get bonus points for not completely screwing this up. That alone is, sadly, a win in the hospitality world.
On-site Grub & Guzzle: Restaurants/Lounges – The Food Frenzy (and My Waistline's Nightmare)
Alright, food. The crux of the travel experience, in my humble (and slightly hungry) opinion.
- Restaurants: They claimed multiple restaurants. One, I swear, was a buffet that looked like a rejected set from "The Walking Dead." Wilted lettuce, mystery meats, and the faint sound of despair emanating from the chafing dishes. The Asian cuisine restaurant? Actually, surprisingly good! The ramen was legit, and the service was friendly. Very friendly. Maybe a little too friendly, you know? Like, "I'm going to be your best friend for the next hour" kind of friendly. Still, the food was decent. The international cuisine was… fine? Bland? I honestly can't remember. It's a blur of generic sauces and overly-cooked vegetables.
- Bar: The bar was alright. Happy hour was, well, happy. The cocktails were, surprisingly, expertly made. The bartender looked like he belonged behind a chemistry lab bench, not a bar, but he knew his stuff. A solid, if slightly sterile, experience.
- Poolside Bar: Didn't exist; sadly. Would’ve been perfect for a mid-afternoon cocktail. This felt like a swing and a miss.
- Coffee Shop: The coffee shop was a lifesaver. Good coffee, pastries that were surprisingly fresh, and a general vibe of "we're trying to be normal here." I frequented this spot a lot.
Wheelchair Accessible: Covered in the "Accessibility" section.
Internet Access: Wi-Fi Warriors Rejoice!
- Free Wi-Fi in All Rooms!: Hallelujah! And it worked! No incessant login screens, no password headaches. Pure, unadulterated internet bliss. They're giving away a basic necessity, and I'm thrilled. Sad, but true.
- Internet [LAN]: They had it, but unless you're a corporate warrior with a specific need for wired connection, who even uses LAN anymore?
- Wi-Fi in Public Areas: Yup, worked in the lobby, restaurants, and even the… gasp… spa!
Things to Do, Ways to Relax: Spa Day Shenanigans (or Lack Thereof)
- Spa: Okay, the spa was… a disappointment. A real, honest-to-goodness letdown. The pictures looked incredible, fluffy robes and all that. But the reality? The steam room smelled vaguely of mildew. The “pool with a view” was nice, but the view was mostly of… the parking lot.
- Massage: The massage was… okay. Not life-changing, but it did the job of kneading out the knots. The massage therapist was lovely, but the space itself lacked the zen atmosphere they attempted to sell.
- Sauna, Steamroom: See Spa, but the sauna was at least hot. The steam room, as previously mentioned, could use some… air freshener.
- Fitness Center: Looked decent enough. I didn't actually use it, which is, admittedly, very on-brand for me.
- Body Scrub, Body Wrap, Foot Bath: Available, but I didn't test them out. Honestly, a lot of the spa felt like a missed opportunity.
- Swimming Pool, Swimming Pool [Outdoor]: The swimming pool was pretty, but mostly used; it was not overly crowded, which I appreciate.
Cleanliness and Safety: The COVID Conundrum (And Did They Pass the Smell Test?)
- Anti-viral cleaning products: Yes, they used them, I think. Did I actually see it? No, but they said they used them, and that's good enough for me when I’m not in a paranoid state.
- Hand sanitizer: Everywhere! Excellent.
- Daily disinfection in common areas: Seems probable. I didn't see anyone specifically doing it, but the place felt clean.
- Room sanitization opt-out available: I opted in, because I am who I am, and I want my room sanitized. It was nice
- Rooms sanitized between stays: Good!
- Staff trained in safety protocol: Again, can't vouch for it, but staff were masked, and the general vibe was "taking things seriously."
- Sanitized kitchen and tableware items: Hope so; I didn't inspect the silverware with a magnifying glass.
- Safe dining setup: Tables well-spaced, masks mandatory in the buffet (when open), and overall, they seemed to be making an effort.
- Physical Distancing: Seemed to be enforced.
- Shared stationery removed: Good; fewer things to touch.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: Food Glorious Food (Or, Sometimes, Not So Much)
- Breakfast [buffet]: As previously mentioned, the buffet… was a thing.
- Breakfast service: Room service breakfast was surprisingly good!
- A la carte in restaurant: Yes, and the Asian restaurant’s a la carte was a winner.
- Coffee/tea in restaurant: Standard fare.
- Desserts in restaurant: Meh.
- Happy hour: Loved it!
- Room service [24-hour]: A lifesaver when the buffet was terrifying.
- Snack bar: Didn't see one!
- Vegetarian restaurant: Nope. But they had vegetarian options throughout, thankfully.
Services and Conveniences: The Perks and Pitfalls
- Air conditioning in public area: Yes, thankfully.
- Concierge: Helpful and friendly. They knew some things.
- Daily housekeeping: Spot on!
- Elevator: Works.
- Laundry service: Convenient, but expensive.
- Luggage storage: Efficient.
- Meeting/banquet facilities: Didn't use them, but they seemed well-equipped.
- Car park [free of charge]: Amazing!
- Taxi service: Available.
- Dry cleaning: Expensive.
Available in All Rooms: The Essentials
Okay, let's blitz through the room stuff.
- Air conditioning: Yes. Praise be.
- Alarm clock: Yes.
- Bathtub: Yes.
- Blackout curtains: Yes – this is essential.
- Coffee/tea maker: Yes, basic but functional.
- Free bottled water: Essential!
- Hair dryer: Yes.
- Internet access – wireless: Also essential.
- Ironing facilities: Yes.
- Mini bar: Yes, and expensive.
- Non-smoking: Yes.
- Private bathroom: Yes.
- Refrigerator: Small, but works.
- **Satellite/
Okay, buckle up, buttercup, because this ain't your grandma's travel itinerary. We're going Extended Stay America Suites - Dayton - South Miamisburg (OH)! Prepare for a whirlwind of questionable life choices, microwaved meals, and the faint scent of stale coffee that permeates every Extended Stay, everywhere. Here we go…
The Epic Extended Stay Odyssey (South Miamisburg Edition)
Day 1: Arrival and the Perils of Plastic-Wrapped Everything
1:00 PM: Touchdown in Dayton (or, the "Get Me Out of This Car" Zone)
- Ugh, finally! After what felt like a forced march across Ohio (thanks, traffic!), we've arrived. The GPS insisted on a scenic route through a part of Ohio where, and no offense to the residents, I swear, time seemed to slow to a crawl. The parking lot of Extended Stay… well, it's a parking lot. A parking lot with potential… and a lot of minivans.
- Emotional Response: Relief. Pure, unadulterated, "I can finally stretch my legs" relief. And a growing suspicion that I've left my sanity back in the car with that guy.
2:00 PM: Check-In, or, The Art of Avoiding Eye Contact
- The front desk attendant… bless her heart… looked like she'd seen some things. Lots of things. I swear, she knew the life stories of every single resident, including Aunt Mildred's questionable taste in floral print. The whole process went smoothly enough. Key card acquired. Room… located.
- Quirky Observation: Did you know the lobby smells like a cross between disinfectant and sadness? A signature Extended Stay scent.
2:30 PM: The Room Reveal Ceremony
- Okay, the room. It's… a room. Clean enough. The kitchenette… uh oh. Plastic-wrapped everything! Cups, utensils, plates… everything. Like a sterile, budget-hotel museum of disposable living. I swear, I tried microwaving a pre-made lasagna, and I think the plastic fought back.
- Anecdote: Tried to open the window. Nope. Sealed shut. Welcome to freedom, baby!
- Emotional Reaction: A rising tide of melancholy. But, hey, there's a TV! And a tiny fridge! Small victories.
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Unpacking, Orientation, and the Discovery of the Laundry Room (and the Questionable Detergent)
- Okay, unpacking. This is where the "real" vacation begins, right? (Narrator: It does not.) I found the iron. Oh, and the laundry room! I may have even attempted laundry. The detergent smelled like, well, "laundry detergent product". I'm not sure what the ingredients included.
- Observation: Found a tiny bottle of shampoo in the bathroom. It promises "silky, smooth hair." Liars. All liars.
6:00 PM: Dinner - Microwave Mayhem
- The aforementioned lasagna… still fighting the plastic. Eventually succumbed. Ate it. It was… food. Survival is key.
7:00 PM - Bedtime: The TV Olympics and Desperate Search for Wi-Fi
- Channel surfing. Found some cable channels. Finally, a show to watch! It was… okay. The Wi-Fi was a joke. It was like trying to connect to the internet through a tin can and a piece of string. I think the signal was being transmitted from the vacuum cleaner.
- Emotional Reaction: Mild annoyance. Followed by a deep, abiding exhaustion.
Day 2: Local Adventures and the Quest for… Real Coffee
7:00 AM: Waking Up to the Symphony of the Heater
- The heater is on, full blast. It sounds like a jet engine. It smells like dust.
- Rambling Observation: I think I can smell the lingering scent of last night's microwaved lasagna. Oh, the glamour!
7:30 AM: The Coffee Crisis
- The coffee situation. Let's just say the in-room coffee maker… needs some work. I think the grounds are older than the building itself. I have to get real coffee. This is a crisis!
8:00 AM: Breakfast, or, The Art of Eating Cereal Without a Proper Bowl
- Using a plastic cup as a bowl. This is how I live now. I tried cereal. It was… fine. Again, survival.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Dayton Exploration (attempted).
- I'm going to see what's around. Maybe the Dayton Mall? Or something local. (We will see how that goes.)
12:30 PM: Lunch, or, The Search for Edible Food.
- I found a sandwich shop. It was pretty good. The lady at the shop may have had a slight suspicion about me.
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM: Back at the Extended Stay, because I feel like it - some reading, some TV. and an attempt at real coffee.
- Some reading. Some TV. It's the Extended Stay lifestyle! Did some research. Maybe I'll go to some more local attractions.
4:00 PM: The Coffee Rescue Mission.
- I managed to get some real coffee. And, yes, it tasted good.
6:30 PM: Dinner? Maybe?
- Leftovers. With, you guessed it, a microwave.
7:00 PM - Bedtime: The Late Night TV Olympics and the realization that the bed is actually… comfortable.
- Some TV. Watched some movies. Did some reading.
- Emotional Reaction: Surprisingly content. The bed is actually pretty comfy, I'll give it that.
Day 3: Departure and the lingering scent of plastic… and maybe hope?
7:00 AM: The Last Heater Blast
- One last blast of the dust-infused heater.
7:30 AM: Packing, or, Farewell to Plastic Paradise
- Packing. Trying to remember where I put everything. My luggage is a mess, but… so am I.
8:00 AM: Final Breakfast
- Another cup of coffee!
9:00 AM: Check-Out and Goodbye
- Said goodbye to the kind lady at the desk. She may have looked relieved.
- Emotional Reaction: Bittersweet. It wasn't perfect, but it was… an experience. And I'm ready for my own home.
The Road Ahead: Next Adventure! (Maybe I'll return… maybe not.)
Overall Emotional Reaction: A weird mix of exhaustion, slightly melancholic contentment, and a deep, abiding appreciation for a decent cup of coffee. And, yes, next time, I'm bringing my own coffee maker. And maybe more than one pair of pants.
And that, my friends, is my Extended Stay Adventure in a nutshell. May your travels be less plastic-wrapped and more wonderfully weird.
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So, what *is* "The Thing," anyway? Like, in REAL terms, not some corporate jargon?
Okay, alright, settle down, questions, questions. The Thing? Ugh, it’s like… imagine trying to herd cats while juggling chainsaws and listening to bagpipes. That’s the *feeling* of The Thing sometimes. In actual, non-hyperbolic terms, it's a... I'm going to be vague here. Think of it as a *project*. A BIG, complicated, sometimes utterly baffling project that everyone expects to be perfect immediately. And if it's not? Well, you get the side-eye, the passive-aggressive emails, the whole shebang! It's not like building a birdhouse, okay? It's… *more*.
I remember one time, I was knee-deep – literally, remember those wading pools as kids? - in The Thing. Everything was going wrong. The cat was *actually* throwing up on my laptop (true story!), my partner thought I was speaking another language, and I was pretty sure my hair was turning gray by the second. I just sat there, looked at the ceiling, and muttered, "This is my life now." Honestly, some days, I still feel that.
What are the BIGGEST challenges with The Thing? The actual hurdles, not the made-up ones.
Oh, where do I even BEGIN? Okay, first of all, the sheer *size* of it can be paralyzing. You stare at this mountain of to-dos and you're like, "Where do I even *start*?" It's like trying to eat an elephant. (Though, hopefully, no elephants are actually involved.)
Then there's the constant moving goalposts. You think you’ve got everything figured out, and BAM! New requirement! New deadline! A whole new flavor of chaos! It's like trying to nail jelly to a wall. Remember to breathe!
And let's be real, the people involved. Sometimes, let's just say, their communication skills leave a *lot* to be desired. It's a constant battle to understand what they want. It's like trying to decipher hieroglyphics after a night of… well, let’s just say, *lots* of caffeine. That's an issue.
Okay, but what about the GOOD parts? Surely there's something redeeming, right? (Please tell me there is…)
Okay, yes, yes! There *is* good. Honestly, it's what keeps me from running screaming into the mountains. When "The Thing" actually *works*? When you see all your hard work finally come together? It's… glorious. Seriously. Like, a pure, unadulterated rush. The kind of feeling where you think, "Okay, *this* is why I put up with all the other crap.”
And you learn SO much. You become a problem-solving ninja. You discover hidden reserves of patience you never knew you had (or, let's be honest, they get forged in the fires of sheer desperation!). You develop a thick skin, a good sense of humor about things, and a deep appreciation for coffee. And, let's not forget, you're better at this than you thought, right?
Also, when you're done, the relief is immense! Like, "I survived!" kind of relief.
How do you actually *deal* with the stress? Because, let's be honest, it's probably a LOT.
Ugh, the stress. It's a beast. Okay, first, you have to acknowledge it. Pretending it's not there only makes it worse. Denial is *not* a river in Egypt, people! For real!
What do I do? I have my *go-to* things. Deep breaths. Walks. Preferably in nature. Coffee, lots of coffee. Chocolate. Avoiding the people who trigger me the most (which is usually a small, manageable group). Also, and this is key: I *remember* to eat! When you're stressed, eating often goes out the window, but your body *needs* fuel. I swear, if I don't eat, I turn into a grumpy gremlin. It's not a pretty sight...
I call friends to laugh. Seriously, vent it out until your throat hurts, it will get better. It's good to have someone on the other end to have a good chuckle, or, at the very least, someone to say “Yeah, that sounds awful.”
What's the worst thing that’s happened during The Thing? Be honest, okay?
Ugh. This is the one I don’t want to talk about… alright, fine. Brace yourself. I am going to give the honest truth here. So, picture this: I was knee-deep in the project, and everything was supposed to be finalized. The *deadline* was looming. I had pulled, oh, about 3 all-nighters, fueled by instant noodles and a terrifying number of energy drinks. I was running on fumes. I was *convinced* everything was perfect. Every single detail. I checked. Re-checked. Double-checked. Yes, even triple-checked.
We launched, and… it was a complete and utter disaster. The main function didn’t work. The server crashed. Parts of it were in languages I didn’t even know existed. The whole *thing* was a glorious, flaming pile of fail. It was so bad that a meme was made. About *me*. I swear, someone put my face on the "disaster girl" meme. And a dog tried to eat my laptop and I had to go get a new one - but that's another story. And it was right then, right there, that I lost it. I went home, crawled into bed, and stayed there for two days, refusing to speak to anyone. It was the worst. It shattered everything. (And yes, my partner thought I was speaking another language.)
It taught me a valuable lesson: always expect the chaos. Always.
What’s your best advice for surviving “The Thing”?
Okay, here's the real deal. My *essential* advice is this:
- Break it down. Eat the elephant one bite at a time. Smaller, manageable chunks are key. If you're not, it's just overwhelming.
- Communicate. It's easy to isolate yourself when you're stressed – don’t do it. Talk to people, *even* the difficult ones. Ask questions. Clarify. Repeat.
- Prioritize self-care. Seriously. If you’re a mess, everything else is a mess. You can't pour from an empty cup!
- Celebrate the small wins. Did you get one section done? Celebrate! Finished a problem? Celebrate! Made it through the day without screaming? CELEBRATE!
- Embrace the chaos.Hotels With BalconysExtended Stay America Suites - Dayton - South Miamisburg (OH) United States
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