User Reviews for Homestead Studio Suites Alexandria

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Apr 22, 2009 by Les from Chicago,IL
Overall Rating: 9

• Convenient location, clean room and courteous staff.

“I always am pleased to find an Extended Stay Hotel.”

Apr 14, 2009 by Annie from Harrisonburg,VA
Overall Rating: 10

• Room was spacious, front desk was very helpful and friendly, and the location was excellent.
• There was a slight odor in the hallway to the room.

“Great location, great customer service. Rooms were clean but slightly outdated, but for the money I received I didn't mind at all. Kitchen was equipped with coffee makes, some pots and pans, full sized fridge. I was impressed.”

Mar 14, 2009 by S from Springfield,VA
Overall Rating: 8

• Cleanliness.
• Late check-in time.

“Clean, kept up well.”

Oct 31, 2008 by Denise
Overall Rating: 10

• Clean
• Had to travel for restaurants

“Close to public transportation, close to downtown Alexandria. Clean rooms and bathrooms! (my pet peave) Friendly Staff.”

Sep 14, 2008 by John from Memphis, TN
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[9] • Location:[9]

• Cheap and near the metro line.
• Everything, internet, maid service.

“I would definitely stay there again.”

Sep 11, 2008 by Patricia from Maricopa, AZ
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[7] • Location:[10]

• Full size refrigerator, adequate floor space.
• Bed too hard, decor very bland.

“We had been staying at the Wyndham Old Town Alexandria, a time share, but needed another night. This place was close and clean. No pool, Jacuzzi etc. This place has a huge laundry room but no other amenities. It is more suited to a very budget minded traveler that needs to stay here for an extended time.”

Aug 18, 2008 by Susan from Sandston, VA
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• Good location, friendly staff.
• No problems.

“My husband stays at this hotel for business during the week. I joined him there for the weekend recently and was pleased with the location; there was so much to see and do nearby. The staff was exceptionally courteous and helpful. The value for the price was outstanding.”

Aug 14, 2008 by Karen from Lakeside, CA
Overall Rating: 2
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[2] • Location:[1]

• It had a laundry facility.
• The location was too far from public transportation.

“Great if you have a car, otherwise, don't use this hotel. It is over one mile from the nearest food or public transportation. There was no shuttle service, ATM or restaurant in the inn.”

Jul 31, 2008 by Robert from Berrien Sprinsg, MI
Overall Rating: 4
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[3] • Location:[1]

• Bed.
• Location was so far away from everything.

“Good place if you want nothing. Pizza delivery in area stops at midnight. Locked in nearly every road during rush hour. Metro station is over a mile walk away, but it stops at midnight also.”

Jul 31, 2008 by Robert from Berrien Sprinsg, MI
Overall Rating: 4
Cleanliness:[3] • Staff:[3] • Location:[1]

• It had a bed.
• Location was so far away from everything.

“This is the standard Homestead Extended Stay, however it is so far away from anything worthwhile.”

Jul 25, 2008 by Helen from Clemmons, NC
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[6] • Location:[7]

• It was located in a relatively quiet area of Alexandria VA.
• The temperature in the public spaces was very warm.

“A good hotel for the price. The front desk staff was obliging in dealing with special requests.”

Jul 21, 2008 by Lenore from Woodside, NY
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[4]

• Liked the full kitchen & the fact that the room was cleaned weekly.
• You definitely have to have a car to stay there. Otherwise it is the bus to the subway. No restaurants near by.

“The hotel was well kept. The room was a good value, especially since it had a kitchen.”

Jul 8, 2008 by Charlie from Las Vegas, NV
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• The staff was wonderful.

“Perfect location, clean, great staff, good service, great experience.”

Jun 30, 2008 by Carole from Billerica, MA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• The suite, the location and the staff.
• The fact there was no restaurant or cafe inside the hotel.

“I have enjoyed staying there.”

Jun 28, 2008 by Wuzhao from Urbana, IL
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[6]

• Kitchen.
• Far from Metro station.

“Far from Metro station. Bus available from Metro station, but no operation after 8:00 pm. Kitchen is helpful.”

May 17, 2008 by Mildred from Jackson, MS
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[4] • Staff:[1] • Location:[1]

• Nothing.
• No transportations, not in DC as stated, would not provide transportation from Metro stations, suggested to walk with luggage 10-15 minutes to reach it.

“This was an extended stay facility, travelers should be informed that it is not a full service hotel which provided no transportation from metro stations to facility. Staff was basically rude when comparison were made as if the traveler should have known the differences between a hotel and an extended stay inn.”

May 10, 2008 by Joy from Germantown, MD
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[8] • Location:[8]

• Kitchen in room.
• The room was a little dingy, the bedding was old and needed to be replaced.

“If you don't plan to stay in the room much and you'll be out mostly, it's definitely worth the nightly rate. Plus old town Alexandria is very close by and really awesome to hang out at. If you're trying to impress someone, this is not the place to do it.”

May 5, 2008 by Clint from Canonsburg, PA
Overall Rating: 0

• Nothing.
• Every time I land at this hotel something goes wrong.

“This is the second time in a row I have had my offer accepted in DC and ended up at this hotel. When I got there, I was told they were oversold. So, instead of calling me and give me a heads up, I had to leave there and drive about 15 more miles to get to a different hotel that they transferred my reservation to. This is getting ridiculous with this hotel. I did not fill out any of the survey since I didn't actually stay at this hotel.”

Apr 25, 2008 by Crystal from Swanzey, NH
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[4] • Location:[7]

• Location was great.
• The pillows were awful.

“This hotel is in an awesome location. Very close to Downtown DC, but away from the hectic Downtown. Good for business travelers. No free wireless though, which is too bad. Wireless should be included in hotel rooms now as it is widely available.”

Apr 24, 2008 by Claire from Albrightsville, PA
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[1]

• Front office was helpful and informative.
• Hotel is too remote. No public transport or restaurants nearby.

“Hotel was clean and the kitchen facility was an unexpected surprise. Great for long-stay, adequate for my use. No form of public transport seemed to be available, so if you don't have a car, you're "stuck". Front desk should offer information on places of interest and what's nearby as far as restaurants, etc.”

Apr 23, 2008 by Tim from Glenn Dale, MD
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[1] • Staff:[2] • Location:[10]

• Dirty and no one works there.

“Do not stay here.”

Apr 1, 2008 by Cheryl from Charlottesville, VA
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[9]

• Convenient location.
• No indoor swimming pool.

“This is the second time I have stayed at this hotel. It is very easy to reach from I-95. Since I was attending a meeting in DC on Saturday I was able to drive up the street and park for free at the metro station which was very close to the hotel. I only wish I had stayed over one more night.”

Mar 23, 2008 by Dr A. from Glassboro, NH
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[8]

• Near Metro & free parking!
• Provide better directions to Metro.

“The price is right and the location is right when using the Metro in the tri state area.”

Mar 17, 2008 by Julia from Providence, RI
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[8] • Location:[7]

• Has a kitchen, and the room is much bigger than I expected.
• No room cleaning everyday.

“The hotel is much better than I expected. The room is pretty big, and it has a kitchen. The hotel even provides pots, plates, and knives. Even though it is in Virginia, you can take a bus to the metro and then take the metro to the city. It is not that far to be honest, takes 20 minutes or so to go to downtown DC. I would recommend.”

Mar 16, 2008 by Uri from Pittsburgh, PA
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[8] • Location:[7]

• Good neighborhood.
• Far from Metro.

“If you have a car and you want to save - this is a wonderful place to be.”

Mar 14, 2008 by Dale from New Bern, NC
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[9]

• Price and location.
• No free internet.

“Very friendly service.”

Mar 10, 2008 by Jared from Jacksonville, NC
Overall Rating: 4
Cleanliness:[4] • Staff:[4] • Location:[7]

• The price.
• Some of the amenities were broken.

“Overall the hotel was not bad, but the shower head was broke, the hair dryer was messed up, the iron didnt work, and mattress was well worn in.”

Dec 11, 2007 by Dale from New Bern, NC
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[9]

• Price and location.
• No free internet and poor pillows.

“Friendly staff and clean.”

Dec 10, 2007 by Julie from Clarksburg, MD
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[8] • Location:[4]

• It was much nicer than I expected given the 1 star rating.
• No nearby restaurants.

“Excellent for the price.”

Dec 1, 2007 by Dale from New Bern, NC
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[9]

• Location and price. No charge for parking.
• The insignificant pillows and no free internet.

“Friendly staff and excellent service. Vacuumed and clean entry, elevator and hallway. Completed repairs. Functional room. Clean. Coffee.”

Nov 16, 2007 by Angela from Anchorage, AK
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[6] • Location:[7]

• Layout of room.
• Not convenient.

“The room itself wasn't bad. But, after a fire alarm it took over six hours to get someone to reset switches for the hot water. No ATM was a minus, as was no dining.”

Nov 9, 2007 by Rick from Charlotte, NC
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[9] • Location:[3]

• The price was good and the layout of the room was very convenient.
• The location was very hard to get to.

“Very good for the money; it takes a lot of turns to get to the hotel; not very convenient to the main roadways. Overall it's very sufficient.”

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Oct 31, 2007 by Ross from Alameda, CA
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[8] • Location:[8]

• Allowed us to prepare a meal in if we wanted/needed.
• They needed a change machine in laundry room.

“Location is safe and quiet but you'll need a car as bus and rail are far. Staff is helpful but at times seems understaffed. This chain is bare bones and minimal which is better for diy folks. Liked being able to do laundry mid trip and prepare a quick meal or two if we had a long day of sightseeing. Scheduling only one housekeeping day actually made sense and more ecological. We'd stay again.”

Oct 18, 2007 by Mickey from Columbus, GA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• A nice and clean hotel. Accommodated my late arrival.
• No negatives enjoyed my stay.

“Nice hotel, quiet and clean. The staff was helpful and friendly. Located in a safe and quiet area.”

Oct 17, 2007 by Mickey from Columbus, GA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Nice area, pretty inside, room comfortable, drains slow, but well. Nice place to stay.
• No negatives enjoyed my stay.

“This hotel was pleasant and nice. I had many friends and family. We partied in the conference room the kitchen in the room was very useful. Refrigerator was useful. Hotel was clean. All staff was friendly and accommodating.”

Oct 5, 2007 by Dale from New Bern, NC
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[7] • Location:[7]

• Location and price.
• Dirty elevators and hall. Very cheap pillows.

“It works for me, but I will pay for better.”

Sep 28, 2007 by Natasha from Homestead, FL
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[1] • Location:[3]

• I thought it was very clean and comfortable, the room itself.
• I phoned to get directions to the hotel. The two employees I spoke to could not give me directions from 1 mile away from the hotel.

“I had to enter a Marriot to ask how to get to this hotel. They two employees at the Front Desk could not give me directions to the hotel from one mile away. I was walking in the dark lost a mile away from the hotel and entered a Marriot to tell me to keep walking straight for 5 minutes.”

Sep 17, 2007 by John from Alexandria, VA
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[6] • Location:[6]

• It had a fully equipped kitchen.
• The hotel was a construction zone.

“The hotel is being renovated - construction and contractors everywhere. Room is adequate. Location is somewhat isolated.”

Aug 29, 2007 by Keli from Minneapolis, MN
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[4] • Location:[4]

• Clean and comfortable room, useful kitchenette.
• Location is over a mile from nearest Metro stop, too far to walk in the dark.

“This hotel was good for the price. The room was clean and comfortable, and the counter person that was working when I checked in was both helpful and friendly. Unfortunately, after that it was difficult to find a staff member to answer my questions. My only real problem with the hotel other than the missing staff was that it is over a mile from the nearest train station, and the bus between the two only runs at long intervals, so walking is the only reasonable option. After long days on my feet in the city, walking the long concrete road back to the hotel was an unappealing prospect.”

Aug 2, 2007 by Emelio from Sparrow Bush, NY
Overall Rating: 1
Cleanliness:[1] • Staff:[6] • Location:[3]

• Nothing!
• No house keeping!

“This hotel does not have maid service for customer that is not staying for seven days or more. This is just plain nasty. You are expected to make your own bed and clean your own bathroom.”

Jul 31, 2007 by Mei from Oshkosh, WI
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[5] • Staff:[9] • Location:[6]

• Spacious enough for 4 people.
• The location was hard to find and did not have a shuttle bus going to the metro stations.

“It needs a serious cleaning check before the guests come because we found the dishes were very smelly and dirty, the coffee maker did not work well, and some cockroach walked around the kitchen. Otherwise, it was a pleasant stay and we slept well there.”

Jul 25, 2007 by Lori from Bedford, NY
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[1] • Staff:[7] • Location:[7]

• The price!
• The hairs in the bathroom sink, the tub, the pillow.

“Would be better if it was cleaner.”

Jul 23, 2007 by Jeanne from New City, NY
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[5] • Staff:[9] • Location:[9]

• Location and size of room.
• Refrigerator was not as clean inside or out as it should be.

“Good location, access to major highways, and Metro, good sized rooms, kitchen, and grocery store down the road (not too near but in the vicinity). Good place to stay.”

Jul 20, 2007 by Jeanne from New City, NY
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[4] • Staff:[8] • Location:[9]

• The space in the room, the location, comfortable.
• Refrigerator could have been cleaner outside and inside.

“The hotel was close to main highways, spacious, comfortable, near the train and relatively clean (not the refrigerator as mentioned). The directions we were given were unclear at a certain point which resulted in our getting lost and having to ask for directions. We found an easier way. I would recommend this as a place to stay, however.”

Jul 16, 2007 by Kimberly R. from Sparta, NJ
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[8] • Location:[9]

• Good location for where I needed to go in the area.
• Pillows were completely flat. It was like I didn't even have one under my head.

“Good location if you need to be in the suburbs in terms of access to other areas, but not much right around the hotel. Staff friendly. Adequate kitchen area if you need to use it. Extremely uncomfortable pillows.”

Jul 15, 2007 by Julie from Lancaster, PA
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[8] • Location:[5]

• Was difficult to find.

“The room was clean.”

Jun 28, 2007 by Nancy from Horn Lake, MS
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[7] • Location:[8]

• I loved the convenience of the kitchenette - loved it!
• Non-smoking room but the whole floor smelled like smoke.

“I was very shocked at how nice and clean the hotel was for the price we loved it! We would like to stay there again if we travel there. The room was nice and convenient for a little one. We enjoyed our stay very much.”

Jun 15, 2007 by Wendy from Mcallen, TX
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Kitchenette.
• No housekeeping during stay.

“This hotel was great for us. Our plan was a few days of site seeing in DC without spending much money. The hotel is located close to 95/495 on the beltway, and is between 2 metro stops for getting into DC without having to do much driving. The best thing about this hotel was the kitchenette - full size fridge, microwave, stove top, toaster, dishes and pans. We went out the first night of our stay and bought groceries for our entire stay. The only thing I didn't like was that the hotel doesn't have housekeeping during your stay. Not that big a deal except that there aren't many places to hang you towels to dry.”

Jun 14, 2007 by Al from Columbus, OH
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[8] • Location:[5]

• Lack of staff; knowledge of staff about local transportation.

“Very small staff; lack of knowledge of staff about local transportation. Local Park and Ride for subway is best at Huntington lot off of N. Kings Hwy (Huntington Ave lot was full during the week, and Kings filled early too!). Need to purchase Smart Card to get out of garage, but you can negotiate with locals to let you out for cash and avoid the $5 card fee.”

Jun 4, 2007 by Dan from Salem, OH
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[8] • Location:[10]

• Clean and wonderful location.
• I had trouble getting information about the hotel previous to arrival.

“The hotel was clean and in a wonderful location. They were very willing to accommodate our needs.”