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Apr 23, 2008 by Amy from Jackson, WI
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• The location was great for what we had planned.
• The toilet, sink, tub drains were very slow. Could be looked at.

“My husband and I were happy with our stay. We looked at a few reviews and they were not very good. We enjoyed our stay. Thank you.”

Apr 15, 2008 by Dan from San Jose, CA

Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Wide variety of very good restaurants. Very comfortable and quiet sleeping.
• The vending machines on my floor didn't work.

“I couldn't have asked for more appropriate, comfortable, convenient and friendly accommodations.”

Mar 31, 2008 by Maryanne from Milwaukee, WI
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[9]

• Not crowded with kids - we had a "private" pool.
• Hallway noise.

“Comfortable, clean and convenient to life in Appleton.”

Mar 25, 2008 by Jason from Appleton, WI
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Friendly staff, very nice room for the money, convenient parking across the street.

“Very nice hotel. Would definitely stay here again. Lots to do downtown. Plenty of fun bars nearby and restaurants. Appleton is smoke free too, which was a huge plus for us.”

Mar 19, 2008 by Patrick from Houghton, MI
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[7] • Location:[9]

• It is in the heart of Downtown within walking distance of great restaurants, bars, and clubs.
• Some parts of the hotel felt a little old, the lobby, and the elevators specifically.

“Centrally located in the heart of Downtown. Within walking distance of local restaurants and entertainment. Indoor pool with lots of space.”

Feb 12, 2008 by Kay
Overall Rating: 4
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[3] • Location:[9]

• Walking distance to Lawrence University, fair rates, discount to Lawrence families.
• Unfriendly staff, pay for parking, shops/restaurants keep odd hours.

“I chose this hotel due to the close proximity of Lawrence University. Waiting in line to check in took long - about 20 minutes to get waited on. More check in staff needed. Don't expect friendly smiles from staff. The guests are friendlier than any staff members we ran into. The woman working the concierge lounge was rude. She ignored my daughter and I, would not even make eye contact. We helped ourselves once and never went back. This woman seemed to be more interested in yucking it up with the male business travelers. My overall impression is that this hotel caters to the business traveler, not the family forced to stay there. The room was clean enough, I have no complaints about it other than it is dated. The shops and restaurants do not seem to stay open very long. It is hit or miss to find something open. Luckily, you have other choices on College Ave. You have to pay for parking in a covered garage across the street. Doesn't feel too safe at night. The good is that this hotel is within walking distance to Lawrence University, so if that is important to you, give it a try. I do not look forward to staying at this Radisson again, but choices are slim if you are looking for a hotel within walking distance to Lawrence. At least this time we know what to expect.”

Feb 9, 2008 by Katie from Appleton, WI
Overall Rating: 2
Cleanliness:[5] • Staff:[4] • Location:[2]

• Especially LOVED being woken up at 2am until 3am with the drunken occupants!

“Not so much the Hotel.”

Jan 2, 2008 by Shaun from Franklin, WI
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[5]

• The staff was accommodating.

“Not to family friendly from getting our luggage and children into the hotel and up to the room. Room for 2 adults without small children.”

Dec 6, 2007 by Cindy from Charlotte, NC
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[9] • Location:[10]

• Staff friendliness, 24 hour pool, closeness to restaurants.
• Coffee shop wasn't open, bathrooms could be updated- shower pressure.

“It was a pleasant stay. The only part I didn't enjoy was not knowing until we got there to check in if we would get adjoining rooms or not.”

Dec 6, 2007 by Bill from Antigo, WI
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• The location is right in the heart of Appleton.
• Showing its age however is in the process of renovation.

“We have stayed here many times but the hotel is really showing its age. Great news is the Radisson is in the process of renovation and in a couple of months will again live up to the Radisson reputation.”

Nov 30, 2007 by Sarah from Whitewater, WI
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[8] • Location:[9]

• Good location.
• Dingy & out of date.

“Our first room was an adjoined room that looked like it had not been updated in 20 years. The decor was dingy and lacking. No pictures even on the wall. Our adjourned neighbors need only whisper for us to hear them. I called the front desk and I will say they were accommodating in finding us a better room. We ended up in the small section of the hotel that had endured an overhaul. It had nice pictures and decor and viewed the park. If you are staying here - ask for an updated room. Other things to note. We received no wake up call. "Check out is at 12, they said. But I had pre-arranged 1 pm through their reservation system! It was a pull down menu! All and all it was disappointing only its appearance and slight lack in service. Most the employees were very nice. It just does not deserve a 3-star rating at this time. At the time we stayed, only the upgraded rooms had the Sleep Number beds that are usually standard in most Radissons by now.”

Nov 17, 2007 by Nicholas B. from Quebec, QC CA
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[1] • Staff:[1] • Location:[8]

• Had a large amount of restaurants.
• Staff was rude and the rooms smelled really bad!

“The waste.”

Nov 15, 2007 by Jim from Elkhart, IN
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Outstanding Lombardi restaurant inside the hotel.
• The bathroom fixtures, especially the toilet needs updating. Probably 30 40 years old.

“People were outstanding and service and facilities were fantastic.”

Oct 28, 2007 by Corey from Milwaukee, WI
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[5] • Staff:[8] • Location:[9]

• Big pool.
• Dated comforters. Old furniture. Unreliable internet hardware.

“My second stay was better than my first, but this hotel is in serious need of an overhaul. If it were 1983, this place would be great. Problem is, the last 24 years havent seen any major changes to style, comfort or decor.”

Oct 25, 2007 by Bruce from Owen, WI
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[7] • Location:[9]

• Setup of the hotel, computer, pool and facilities.
• TV older, rooms ok but not romantic.

“Well placed hotel, good parking, and great recreational facilities.”

Oct 16, 2007 by Erik from Columbus, WI
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[1] • Location:[8]

• Easy check in, cheap parking.
• Staff.

“I left a baseball cap in my room (sentimental value). Called back to the hotel within the day to retrieve my cap. Was told they didn't find it, though I remembered where I had put it. No service, not a great staff.”

Oct 15, 2007 by Stephen from Madison, WY
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[8] • Location:[10]

• Location.
• We did not need this elaborate of a lodging.

“Too expensive.”

Oct 12, 2007 by Cathy from Green Bay, WI
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[6]

• The media room with access to computer and printer.
• Furniture in room looked dumpy and beat up.

“The lobby was very nice. The room had dumpy beat up furniture with a knob missing on the dresser with the screw sticking out. This was particularly unsafe having my 2 young grandchildren with me. We did enjoy the pool, which had a very comfortable water temperature. The room was comfortable but not very appealing.”

Oct 8, 2007 by Corey from Milwaukee, WI
Overall Rating: 3
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[7] • Location:[9]

• Great location in center of downtown.
• Exceeding poor room quality mold in vents, damaged furniture, dated bedding, old beds.

“If you stay here don't expect three star rooms, food, or comforts. Expect the proximity to downtown to be the only bright spot in your business stay. I expected a lot more, but I had to change rooms three times during my five night stay. Room 1: smelly, damaged furniture, small, room 2: bigger, brighter, but black mold on air vents directly over bed, room 3: same as room #2 but no visible mold. They are supposedly undergoing a multi million dollar renovation, but the main area of rooms is still stuck in the 1980s. The halls are dingy and artless. The comforters are thread bare, rough, and required stripping off the bed and me calling to get extra blankets. The room service menu is laden with large hidden charges in very small print. The hotel's breakfast was generous and pretty good. The sports bar in the lobby was clean and reasonably well staffed. The menu at Lombardis steakhouse made me gasp as far as prices, however. Even compared to Ruths Chris or Mortons steakhouse this place was on the high side. I will give it a try in my coming months consulting here in Appleton and add additional detail as to quality and value when possible. Bottom line is that I was completely disappointed with my stay and wished after the first night that I could escape this dated, dingy and uncomfortable hotel. At least the deep (nearly 7 feet deep) pool was nice.”

Oct 5, 2007 by Scott from Appleton, WI
Overall Rating: 4
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[7] • Location:[8]

• Nice lobby; good sports bar.
• Maintenance.

“Chunks out of door; door had to be pushed to close; 6 minutes to get hot water in the morning; no sleep timer on television; very poor cell service in room; filthy, stained towel left as clean; tattered carpet.”

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Amenities at Radisson Paper Valley Hotel, Appleton

120 AC 24 Hour Front Desk Air Conditioned Bar/Lounge onsite Boutiques Brailled Elevators Bus Parking CONCERGE FLOOR Charge for rollaway. Coffee Maker in Room Concierge Desk Conference Facilities Connecting Rooms Copy Service Courtyard Cribs Available DVD rental available at hotel. Elevators Executive Level Exercise Gym Express Checkout Express check-in FEMA Approved Fire Alarm with Light Fitness Center or Spa Game Room Gift Shop Golf Grab Bars in Bathroom Hairdryers Available Handicapped Rooms/Facilities Health Club Heated Pool Hotel Shuttle Bus

Housekeeping - daily Ice Machine In Room Movies Indoor Pool Indoor parking at the hotel. $1.00 Per Occurrence. Iron Ironing Board Jacuzzi Kitchen Laundry Service Laundry/Valet Services Microwave Modem in Room Phone Service Pool Public Address System Ramp Access to Buildings Recreational Vehicle Parking Refrigerator Restaurant Room Service Safe Deposit Box Sauna Security Features Shops/Commercial Services Smoke Detectors Sofa Bed Sprinklers In Rooms Television with Cable Tennis Vending Machines Wake-up Service Wheel Chair Access