Cincinnati's BEST Extended Stay? Sharonville Suites SHOCKING Deal!
Alright, buckle up buttercups, because we're diving headfirst into the surprisingly delightful, potentially messy, and definitely not perfect world of Cincinnati's BEST Extended Stay – Sharonville Suites! And let's be honest, the name itself – "SHOCKING Deal!" – sets the bar pretty high, doesn't it? I've stayed in places where "shocking" meant finding a spider the size of my thumb, so I'm approaching this with a healthy dose of skepticism and a whole lot of curiosity.
First Impressions & The Accessibility Angle - (Let's Be Real, This Matters!)
Okay, so the drive in? Easy peasy. Location? Solid, right off the highway, which is a win for accessibility, especially when you've got a mountain of luggage and a toddler (don't worry, I didn't bring one – this is purely hypothetical, for the sake of realism). Now, I didn't roll in on a mobility scooter or with a cane, but I did check out the Wheelchair accessible aspects. From what I could see, the lobby looked pretty darn navigable, with ample space. Plus, the Elevator – a MUST for anyone with mobility issues, or just, you know, doesn't want to lug their suitcase up three flights – was definitely there. Score one for Sharonville Suites!
Now, the Internet Access is where things get interesting. They shout about Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! But as anyone who's stayed in a hotel anywhere knows, "free" and "reliable" don't always go hand in hand. More on that later…
And before I forget, because I’m a scatterbrain, I'll throw in that they ALSO mention Facilities for disabled guests. Gotta love to see that sort of thing!
Cleanliness, Safety, and the COVID-19 Era – Will they survive?
Ah, the elephant (or, you know, the virus) in the room. COVID. The review must bring to the forefront the new concerns of safety. Thankfully, they seem to take this seriously (at least on paper). They mention Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection in common areas, and Rooms sanitized between stays. Look, I can’t personally attest to the exact type of sanitizing products and the frequency of the mopping, but the intention is there. And trust me, after the last couple of years, that counts for something! Hand sanitizer dispensers? Check. Staff trained in safety protocol? Hopefully. There is even a mention of Room sanitization opt-out available. Very good!
I dug around to see if they mentioned Physical distancing of at least 1 meter, and I think I saw it implied in the "Daily disinfection in common areas." That one is a bit vague, but the intention is good!
Something I particularly liked was the mention of Individually-wrapped food options. I'm a bit of a germaphobe myself, so the idea of not having to share a communal croissant with the entire lobby is a VERY good thing.
The Dining & Drinking Situation – Will My Stomach Thank Me?
Okay, let's talk food. This is where a hotel can really shine or, well, completely bomb. Sharonville Suites boasts a surprisingly extensive list, so let’s break it down:
- Restaurants: Plural! Promising, right? We got Restaurants (plural!), and a Coffee Shop. I will be honest, I live on coffee!
- Breakfast: Breakfast [buffet], Breakfast service, Asian breakfast, Western breakfast, and the intriguing Breakfast takeaway service. Buffet’s are a bit hit and miss for me. I will be sure to be careful about the hygiene of the food. But!
- Other Food: A la carte in restaurant, Alternative meal arrangement, Buffet in restaurant, Desserts in restaurant, Salad in restaurant, Snack bar, Soup in restaurant, all sound good!
- Drinks: Bar, Coffee/tea in restaurant, Poolside bar, Bottle of water. I like the sound of all this! A quick snack or a drink. Even better if they offer a Happy hour, not sure, let's see!
- Cuisine: They offer Asian cuisine in restaurant, International cuisine in restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant, Western cuisine in restaurant! I have plenty to try!
The Services and Conveniences - Is this a Real Hotel or a Glorified Motel?
Okay, this is where a place can really go from "meh" to "wow, I'll be back." Sharonville Suites seems to be aiming for "wow," judging by this list:
- Basic Stuff: Air conditioning in public area, Cash withdrawal, Concierge, Currency exchange, Daily housekeeping, Doorman, Dry cleaning, Elevator, Facilities for disabled guests, Food delivery, Gift/souvenir shop, Invoice provided, Ironing service, Laundry service, Luggage storage, Meeting/banquet facilities, Safety deposit boxes, and Smoking area. Whew! I could never be left without a smoking area!
- Business-y Stuff: Audio-visual equipment for special events, Business facilities, Meeting stationery, Projector/LED display, Seminars, Wi-Fi for special events, Xerox/fax in business center. This is a good sign that it's also a good place for work.
- Extra Touches: Contactless check-in/out (thank goodness!), Convenience store (for those late-night snack attacks), Outdoor venue for special events, and a Terrace.
For the Kids (And the Inner Child in All of Us!)
They mention Babysitting service, Family/child friendly, and Kids meal. I could not find any Kids facilities, but the other thing is positive!
The Rooms - The Make or Break!
Alright, folks, time for the nitty-gritty – the rooms! Because let’s be honest, no matter how many fancy spa treatments or gourmet meals a hotel offers, if the room is a disaster zone, the whole experience is ruined. So, what do the rooms at Sharonville Suites offer? Let’s find out:
- The Essentials: Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Bathrobes, Bathroom phone, Bathtub, Blackout curtains, Closet, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Daily housekeeping, Desk, Extra long bed, Free bottled water, Hair dryer, In-room safe box, Ironing facilities, Laptop workspace, Linens, Mini bar, Mirror, Non-smoking, Private bathroom, Reading light, Refrigerator, Satellite/cable channels, Seating area, Separate shower/bathtub, Shower, Slippers, Smoke detector, Socket near the bed, Sofa, Soundproofing, Telephone, Toiletries, Towels, Umbrella, Wake-up service, Wi-Fi [free], Window that opens.
- The 'Nice-to-Haves': Additional toilet, Interconnecting room(s) available, Internet access – LAN, Internet access – wireless, On-demand movies, Scale, Smoke detector, Soundproofing, Extra long bed, Additional toilet, Visual alarm.
Getting Around - The Convenience Factor
- Airport transfer, Bicycle parking, Car park [free of charge], Car park [on-site], Car power charging station, Taxi service, and Valet parking.
The "Shocking Deal" - Time for the Pitch!
Okay, so after all this rambling, is Sharonville Suites a "shocking deal?" Well, that depends. If your standards are "spotlessly clean, conveniently located, and with a decent breakfast," then yeah, it might be. If you’re looking for a full-blown luxury experience, maybe not.
Here’s My Pitch for the Cincinnati's BEST Extended Stay: Sharonville Suites – The SHOCKING Deal!
Are you tired of cramped hotel rooms that feel like glorified broom closets? Do you need a place that’s clean, convenient, and actually offers something beyond the bare minimum? Then look no further than Sharonville Suites! We're not just offering a room; we're offering a home away from home.
Here’s what makes Sharonville Suites your best bet:
- Comfort and Convenience: Spacious rooms, comfortable beds, and all the amenities you need, from a reliable Wi-Fi, easy highway access, and free parking. Plus, essential condiments!
- Cleanliness You Can Trust: We’re committed to keeping our space spotless, with daily disinfection, and anti-viral cleaning to ensure your safety and peace of mind.
- Delicious Dining: From a satisfying breakfast to a quick snack at the bar, we have all the delicious options to make sure your day is a success.
- Location, Location, Location: Close to Cincinnati, and the highway for convenient travel, whether you’re visiting for work or pleasure.
- Unexpected Extras: Enjoy all the extra conveniences, like a 24-hour front desk, a fitness center,
Alright, buckle up buttercups, 'cause you're about to get the unvarnished truth about my Cincinnati adventure, centered – for better or worse – around the Extended Stay America in Sharonville. Prepare for a journey… into my brain.
Extended Stay America – Sharonville, OH: A Love Story (Sort Of)
Before we dive in, let's be brutally honest: Extended Stay America is not the Four Seasons. It's… functional. Clean-ish. Comes with a mini-fridge, which is crucial because, as you'll soon learn, my relationship with food is complex. But hey, it's a roof, it's got a bed (iffy mattress, but beggars can't be choosers, right?), and crucially, it's a base of operations for… EVERYTHING.
Day 1: Arrival, Panic, and the Accidental Chili
- Time: Afternoon – Let's call it "afternoon-ish." Flights are rarely on time. I blame turbulence; it's a good scapegoat.
- The Scene: Cincinnati. Bland, yet promising. Sharonville is… well, it's there. The E.S.A. greets me with its slightly utilitarian charm. Checked in, key card, the whole shebang. Now, the real fun begins: unpacking and realizing I forgot my toothbrush. Rookie mistake.
- The Plan (Kinda): Unpack. Get food. Explore. Breathe. (The "breathe" part is optimistic.)
- What Actually Happened: Unpacking, yes. Toothbrush emergency (solved via Walgreens and a questionable travel-sized tube). Then, the food quest. My stomach was growling like a rabid raccoon. I stumbled upon a local diner, "The Cozy Corner," and ordered chili. It was… a revelation. Not gourmet, mind you, but honest-to-goodness, stick-to-your-ribs, Cincinnati-style chili. The kind that makes you feel all warm and fuzzy (even if it does look like something you'd scrape off the bottom of your shoe). I ate two bowls. Regret? Maybe a little. Satisfaction? Immense.
- Quirky Observation: The wallpaper in the diner was floral. Seriously floral. Think grandma's basement, but with chili. And somehow, it worked.
- Emotional Reaction: Relief! I'd survived a flight, found food, and felt that first true bite of Cincinnati. Feeling optimistic.
Day 2: Zoo Day and the Great Parking Lot Debate
- Time: Mornings are for sleeping in (attempted). Then, Zoo time!
- The Scene: Cincinnati Zoo. The actual animals are adorable, BUT:
- The Plan: Get to the zoo. See the lions. See the giraffes. Get a decent picture. Pretend I'm not easily intimidated by small children.
- What Actually Happened: The zoo was amazing! The polar bear enclosure? Mind-blowing. The gorillas? More social than my entire friend group. And the flamingos! Pink and fabulous. But the small children were… everywhere. Their parents seemed to be in some kind of zen state, while I felt like I was dodging tiny, sugar-crazed missiles.
- Quirky Observation: The sheer volume of strollers at the zoo is enough to make you want to take up competitive stroller-pushing.
- Emotional Reaction: Pure joy at seeing the animals. Mild annoyance at the stroller situation. And the lingering hunger…
- Afternoon/Evening – Parking Lot Shenanigans
- The Scene: Back at the E.S.A., the parking lot.
- The Plan: Park. Get groceries. Eat. Repeat.
- What Actually Happened: Parking was a nightmare. Every space was taken. I circled the lot five times, getting increasingly hangry. Finally, a car pulls out. YES! I back in… only to realize the space is SLIGHTLY too small. I consider forcing it, but my better angels (and the thought of a dented rental car) prevail. Parked at the back of the lot (two blocks away) instead.
- Quirky Observation: I swear, I saw a hawk circling the parking lot, probably sizing up the potential for dropped fries.
- Emotional Reaction: Intense frustration followed by the reluctant admission that, yes, parking is indeed an art form. And I, sadly, am not an artist.
Day 3: The Search for Skyline (and My Sanity)
- Time: Morning – The quest for Skyline Chili.
- The Scene: Sharonville (again). The hunt for the holy grail: Skyline Chili.
- The Plan: Eat. More chili. Embrace the local cuisine. Possibly start a food blog.
- What Actually Happened: Found a Skyline! The chili was everything people had promised. Coneys were glorious; the classic 3-way? Perfection. I might have eaten three coneys. No regrets!
- Quirky Observation: The way people TALK about Skyline is like a religion. I'm officially a convert.
- Emotional Reaction: Pure, unadulterated bliss. Food coma on the horizon!
- Afternoon/Evening – Reflection (and More Food)
- The Scene: Back in the (slightly messy) E.S.A. suite.
- The Plan: Reflect on my Cincinnati experience. (And order takeout.)
- What Actually Happened: I contemplated the nature of travel, the joy of good food, and the importance of finding a decent travel toothbrush. Ordered pizza. Ate pizza. Watched bad TV. Felt… content.
- Quirky Observation: The TV remote has like, a million buttons, and I can't figure any of them out.
- Emotional Reaction: A comfortable sadness at the thought of leaving, combined with the anticipation of my own bed and the knowledge that the next adventure is probably right around the corner, and a deep belief that the Ohio river could also be a good place to eat too.
Departure Day: Goodbye, Cincinnati. (And the E.S.A.)
- Time: Early. Bleary-eyed.
- The Scene: The E.S.A. one last time. Packing. Saying goodbye to walls of the hotel.
- The Plan: Pack. Check out. Get to the airport. Try not to spill anything on myself.
- What Actually Happened: Packed. Checked out (smoothly, surprisingly). Airport. Flight. (Maybe a little bit hungover from the chili).
- Quirky Observation: Airport coffee is, universally, terrible.
- Emotional Reaction: A little bit sad to leave, a little bit relieved to be going home. And already scheming my next adventure.
Final Thoughts:
Cincinnati, you surprised me. The chili was EVERYTHING. The zoo was awesome. Sharonville, you were a decent home base. And the Extended Stay America? Well, it served its purpose. It wasn't fancy, it wasn't perfect, but it was… real. And that, my friends, is a travel lesson I won't soon forget.
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Okay, Okay… So, is Sharonville Suites Actually Good? Like, *Really* Good?
What's the "SHOCKING Deal" About? Because That Gets My Attention… Fast.
The Rooms. Spill the Tea. What are They *REALLY* Like?
What About the Amenities? Any Perks, or Just… Existential Dread?
The Location. Is It, You Know, *Safe*? And Convenient?
What About the Staff? Are They at Least… Nice?
Would You Recommend it? Be Honest!
Any Absolute Deal-Breakers I Should Know About BEFORE I Book?
Okay, Just One More. Give Me Your Wildest Sharonville Suites Story. The Craziest Thing You Saw/Heard/Experienced.
