Luxury Las Cruces Getaway: SpringHill Suites Unveiled!
Luxury Las Cruces Getaway: SpringHill Suites Unveiled! (Or How I Learned to Love a Hotel) - A Rambling Review
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because this isn't your typical, sterile hotel review. This is me talking about my experience at the SpringHill Suites in Las Cruces, New Mexico. And trust me, it was a journey. (Spoiler alert: I kinda loved it.)
First, the Basics, the Important Stuff (aka, Can I, a Slightly Clumsy Human, Navigate This Place?)
Let's get the accessibility stuff out of the way. Yeah, it's important, and I'm happy to report… Wheelchair accessible? Seemed like it, mostly. Elevators, wide hallways, the whole shebang. They seemed to have thought of it. (But, you know, I'm not in a wheelchair, so I can't guarantee EVERYTHING… just, like, most things.) Also, they boasted "Facilities for disabled guests," so that's a good sign, right? Access? Easy peasy. Front desk (24-hour, bless them!), exterior corridors (which I love - fresh air!), and a doorman (though I rarely saw him). They even had a "CCTV in common areas & outside the property" - which, let's be honest, sometimes makes you feel safer than you should.
The Internet, and My Existential Dread of Being Offline
Internet Access? Oh, honey, YES. Free Wi-Fi? Yep, in all rooms! THANK YOU, sweet baby Jesus! I need the internet. I mean, I'm writing this review online, right? And, of course, they had Internet [LAN], which, I confess, I haven't used since the early 2000s. Internet services – well, I assume those worked, because I was never not connected. The Wi-Fi in public areas was also decent, which is crucial for lurking/people-watching in the lobby. (Always a good time.)
Cleanliness and Safety - The Year of Constant Sanitizing
Okay, so, 2023 was… a thing. And SpringHill Suites got it. Seriously, the Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection in common areas, and Professional-grade sanitizing services made me feel… surprisingly comfortable. They had Hand sanitizer EVERYWHERE. Like, in every corner. It was a little overkill, maybe? But hey, I appreciate their dedication. They had Individually-wrapped food options (more on that later) and Rooms sanitized between stays. You could even opt-out of room sanitization, which is a thoughtful option if you’re a germaphobe like me. Or not. The Safe dining setup made me feel like I could actually have a bite without worrying too much. And the Staff trained in safety protocol? They all looked like they knew what they were doing. Whew.
"Dining, Drinking, and Snacking" - My Stomach's Adventure
Alright, buckle up, because this is where things get interesting.
Breakfast, the Morning Ritual: The Breakfast [buffet]! Oh, the buffet. Okay, it wasn't the greatest buffet I've ever seen, but… it was free. And they had Breakfast [buffet] and Breakfast takeaway service. The scrambled eggs were… well, they were there. They had Asian breakfast, Western breakfast. I'm a sucker for a waffle, so the waffle maker became my best friend first thing. Coffee? Potent. (Essential!) They also sneakily had Coffee shop so I could buy more coffee and pretend I was getting my morning routine right.
Lunch and Dinner (Or, the Quest for Slightly Better Food): The A la carte in restaurant was okay. the restaurant was a fine. The Snack bar hit the spot for those moments when you just needed something quick and salty. They had a Poolside bar… but it wasn't exactly buzzing. Kinda chill, which, actually, I liked. They had Restaurants, which was nice, but I preferred to walk.
Room Service 24-hour: I didn't use it, but knowing it was there made me happy. They had Room service.
The "Alternative Meal Arrangement" Dilemma: I didn't really understand it, but maybe if you had a dietary restriction or just wanted to be quirky, it was a thing?
The "Things to Do" - Or, How I Became a Poolside Lounger
Okay, let's be honest. I wasn’t exactly planning on doing things. This wasn't a whirlwind adventure trip. This was a “recharge my batteries and hide from the world” type of vacation. But I did see the Swimming pool [outdoor] and the Pool with view. I mostly spent my days in the pool. And the view wasn't that bad, considering I was just trying to get away from it all. It was the right kind of relaxation.
The "Ways to Relax" - My Personal Spa Day (Sort Of)
Okay, I'm not gonna lie. I was itching for something boujee. But, guess what? SpringHill Suites isn't exactly a full-blown spa destination. I considered hitting the Gym/fitness, but the idea of working out on vacation made me laugh out loud. Then I saw the Spa/sauna. So I went to the Spa. Nothing. This was my first time trying this ever. I went. It was empty. Just me and the steam. I love steam. I love the heat. I closed my eyes. I was in the steam room and forgot I was in a hotel. I'm happy. Very happy. At this moment.
Services and Conveniences - The Stuff I Didn't Even Know I Needed
The Essentials: The Daily housekeeping made my life SO much easier. I mean, the bed was made, the bathroom was clean… magic! And the Laundry service was a lifesaver.
The Unexpected Gems: The elevator was crucial. The Convenience store was clutch for late-night snacks. Luggage storage was handy. The Doorman (who I rarely saw, but appreciated) was a nice touch. The Air conditioning in public area? Needed that.
The Business-y Stuff (That I Ignored): They had all the business-y stuff. Business facilities, for all you workaholics. Xerox/fax in business center, whatever. Meeting/banquet facilities, Meeting stationery, and even Meetings (shudder). They even had Seminars. Nope, nope, nope. I was there to escape all that. But hey, it was there, if you needed it.
For the Kids - (Almost) The Perfect Family Hotel
I didn't have any kids with me, so I can't personally vouch for the Babysitting service, Family/child friendly, and Kids facilities. But, from what I saw, it seemed very kid-friendly.
Available in All Rooms - My Fortress of Solitude
Okay, so, the room. The sanctuary. It had Air conditioning (essential), Alarm clock (I usually use my phone, but whatever), Bathrobes (fancy!), Bathroom phone (???), Bathtub (yes!), Blackout curtains (YES!), Closet (duh!), Coffee/tea maker (essential! I love the convenience!), Complimentary tea (always a nice touch!), Daily housekeeping (again, magic!), Desk (I needed that to do work), Extra long bed (because I'm tall!), Free bottled water (appreciated!), Hair dryer (thank God!), High floor (yep!), In-room safe box (didn't use it), Internet access – wireless (hell yes!), Ironing facilities (didn't use it), Laptop workspace (didn’t use it), Linens (they were clean!), Mini bar (empty, but I wasn't surprised), Mirror (many!), Non-smoking (thank you!), On-demand movies (never used them), Private bathroom (needed!), Reading light (yep!), Refrigerator (for my drinks!), Satellite/cable channels (yup!), Scale (yep!), Seating area (nice!), Separate shower/bathtub (luxury!), Shower (obviously!), Slippers (fancy!), Smoke detector (safety!), Socket near the bed (convenient!), Sofa (nice!), Soundproofing (needed!), Telephone (who uses those anymore?), Toiletries (they were fine), Towels (plenty!), Umbrella (didn't need it), Visual alarm (didn't
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Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because this itinerary is less "precision-timed Swiss watch" and more "slightly-hungover chihuahua chasing a rogue dust bunny." We're talking SpringHill Suites in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Don't expect perfection. Expect… well, something.
Day 1: Arrival and the Agony of Altitude (and Possibly the Mini Fridge)
1:00 PM - Arrival at SpringHill Suites (and the dreaded check-in process)
Okay, I'm already off-schedule. Flight landed late, lost my phone AGAIN in the security line (seriously, where DOES it go?), and a small existential dread washed over me. The lobby? Standard. Beige. But hey, free coffee. Which I desperately needed. The lady at the front desk was sweet though. Gave me a room with a view of… the parking lot. Sigh. But hey, at least it's a clean parking lot?
1:30 PM - Room Reconnaissance and Fridge Anxiety
The room's… fine. Clean, modern. The bed looks comfy enough to eat on, but I’m a germaphobe and eating seems a bridge too far atm. The mini-fridge, however? My nemesis. I hate these things. Always crammed, never cold enough, and the sheer act of arranging my precious travel snacks in it feels like some kind of high-stakes Tetris. Pray for me, people. Pray.
2:00 PM - The Great Unpack and Existential Doubt
Unpacking. The most boring, yet essential, part of travel. Trying to make my suitcase and the room not explode feels impossible. I swear I brought enough clothes to survive a polar vortex. Did I? Probably not. I inevitably forgot something. Probably my toothbrush. Always my toothbrush. The existential doubt is setting in. Why am I even doing this? Is this what I want? Am I making the right choices in life? Ah the thrill of the journey…
3:00 PM - The Search for Sustenance… and Oxygen.
Las Cruces is at like, a mile high, right? My lungs are screaming. Gotta find food. And maybe some water. Hydration is key, especially when you feel like you're swimming in molasses. Googling "best Mexican food near me" - because, duh. And praying for mild indigestion. Amen.
3:30 PM - Lunch… or, the First Encounter with the Hatch Chile (and Potential Regret)
Found a place! La Posta de Mesilla. The website promised charm and authentic New Mexican cuisine. I got charm, alright – it’s practically dripping with charm. And the food? Whoa boy. Those hatch chile peppers? They don't play. The initial deliciousness gave way to a slow, creeping heat. My face flushed, my eyes watered, and I may or may not have started sweating profusely. Good god. I think I'm supposed to be enjoying this, but… the heat is real, people. The heat is VERY real. Did I mention I am white?
5:00 PM - Poolside Regret and Mild Sunburn
Okay, pool time! I am now a fried tomato. I've got that delightful shade of lobster… and the pool? It helped. Mostly. I also, in my rush to de-stress, accidentally dropped my phone in. Miraculously, it still works. Thank the tech gods.
7:00 PM - Evening - Rest and Prep
The heat of the day is finally starting to fade away. I need a shower. I need to lay down. I need to figure it all out.
Day 2: Exploring and, God Help Me, More Chile
8:00 AM - Breakfast - The Free Breakfast Blues
Ahh, the free breakfast at the SpringHill Suites. The endless buffet of… things. Scrambled eggs that look suspiciously like rubber, questionable sausages, and a waffle maker that has the soul of a robot. I went with the yogurt. I’m trying to be healthy-ish. The coffee, at least, is passable.
9:00 AM - The Damning Drive…
My plan was to drive to White Sands National Park (about a 1 hour drive). But I somehow took a wrong turn and ended up…. not in the right place. I didn't enjoy my drive; it's a hard concept for me to grasp where I am going in any given moment.
11:00 AM - White Sands National Park: A Desert Dream (and Sand in Everything)
Okay, THIS was worth it. Holy mother of pearly gates, this place is beautiful. The blinding white sand, the endless dunes, the sheer scale of it all… it’s incredible. I took about a million photos, got sand in my shoes, my hair, my everything. Totally worth it. I rolled down a dune. Felt 8 years old. Happiness.
1:00 PM - Lunch (Take 2!) and the Chile Conspiracy
Back in the city of Las Cruces, and starving. Decided to be brave and try another restaurant… one of these places had some delicious enchiladas. I got the green chile and actually enjoyed it! Maybe I have a tolerance now? Or maybe the heat is starting to affect my brain.
3:00 PM - Old Mesilla Village: Charm Overload!
Oh, Mesilla. It's like stepping back in time. The Plaza, the shops, the historic buildings… It's all so lovely. More charm! (Is there such a thing as charm overload? Apparently not.) I bought a turquoise ring I didn’t need, but oh well.
5:00 PM - Rest and Re-evaluation (aka, Nap Time!)
I am emotionally and physically exhausted. Nap time. Must. Recharge. Think about life.
7:00 PM - Dinner and Contemplation.
Not feeling ambitious. Maybe pizza? Maybe just my bed? Decisions, decisions. I ate tacos. They were delicious. I went back to the hotel at night.
Day 3: Departure and the Aftermath
8:00 AM - Breakfast and the Lingering Flavor of Chile
Another free breakfast attempt. Another moment of "what is that?" I avoided the rubber eggs. But hey, the coffee is still there.
9:00 AM - Last Minute Souvenir Shopping (and Existential Panic!)
Find a souvenir I don't need. Think about life. Again.
10:00 AM - Check-Out and the End of an Era
Goodbye, beige SpringHill Suites! Goodbye, parking lot view! Goodbye, slightly terrifying mini-fridge!
Final Thoughts:
Was it perfect? Hell no. Did I get lost? Absolutely. Did I regret the hatch chile? Maybe. But it was my trip. And I experienced things. And that's really all that matters, isn't it? Now, just gotta find my toothbrush… and plan the next adventure!
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So, SpringHill Suites… Luxury? Really? I mean, it's SpringHill, right?
Okay, fair question. Let's be brutally honest here. "Luxury" might be stretching it a tad. Think *elevated* SpringHill Suites. Think "Clean, comfortable, and surprisingly spacious, with some nice little extras that nudge it towards the 'treat yourself' category." Think... the kind of luxury you can actually *afford* without selling a kidney. I went in with SUPER low expectations, and I gotta tell you, I was pleasantly surprised. It’s not the Ritz, people. But it’s a damn sight better than some places I’ve crashed at after a tequila bender… (Don't judge!)
What's the deal with the "suites" part? Are they actually… suite-y?
Yes! This is where SpringHill actually earns some serious points. The suites are genuinely spacious. Like, I could do jumping jacks without accidentally kicking the TV. And the separate living area? Genius. I spent half my time sprawled on the sofa, devouring books and feeling utterly decadent. The couch, though? A little…firm. But hey, I'm not made of clouds. It was still way better than a cramped hotel room where you have to climb over the bed to get to the bathroom. And honestly, the amount of space was a godsend after a long drive. I could finally spread out my stuff without feeling like a hoarder.
Okay, spills the tea! The breakfast situation? Tell me *everything*.
Alright, alright, breakfast. Here’s where things get…complicated. It’s free, which is always a win. They have the usual suspects: scrambled eggs (potentially from a powder? I may or may not have had a fleeting moment of suspicion), sausage (surprisingly decent), waffles (made to order, *score!*), cereal, fruit, yogurt… the whole shebang. The coffee? Okay, let's be real: it's hotel coffee. Drinkable, gets the job done, but not something you’d write home about. My ACTUAL biggest problem? The *crowds*. Oh, the crowds. I mean, it was like a free food frenzy in the morning. People hovering, grabbing, filling up their plates like they hadn't eaten in a week. I felt a bit of anxiety tbh! It was a bit… chaotic. I recommend going early or be prepared for the food fight. Also... the waffle maker was a *hero*. Seriously, whoever designed that waffle maker deserves a friggin' medal. Fresh, hot waffles? Yes, please. (I may or may not have had… three.)
The pool! Tell me about the POOL! Is it Instagrammable?
The pool… okay. Listen. It's… a standard hotel pool. Clean. Relatively large. Not exactly a tropical paradise, but perfectly fine for a refreshing dip. The surrounding area? Well, it's a bit… concrete-y. Not super picturesque. But hey, the water was a decent temperature, and the lounge chairs were comfortable enough. And for a hotel pool? It was pretty darn chill. I think the only "Instagrammable" thing about the pool was the fact that I was *in* it, looking vaguely happy, which is a win in my book. Oh! A side note: bring your own towel. For some reason, I always forget. (And yes, I saw a few people rocking inflatable flamingos. Good for them.)
What's the location like? Is it convenient?
Yeah, the location is a solid "thumbs up". It's right off the highway, which makes getting to and from the hotel super easy (and a godsend after a long drive). Close to restaurants. Close to shopping. Close to… well, everything you'd need. Plus, the staff at the front desk were super helpful. One of them even gave me some recommendations for local restaurants (which I, of course, promptly ignored in favor of ordering pizza to my room. Don't judge!). It’s a good base camp for exploring Las Cruces. I actually found an amazing little bakery a few blocks away... more on that later.
Alright, the BEST part. The one thing you'd rave about?
Oh, this is easy. THE BED. Seriously, the bed was an absolute *dream*. I’m talking sink-into-it, hug-it-like-you-haven’t-slept-in-weeks, melt-into-oblivion level comfort. I'm not usually prone to hyperbole, folks, but this bed… it was a game changer. I slept like a baby. I actually considered *staying* in bed for the entirety of my trip. Seriously, the sheets were soft, the pillows were fluffy, and I swear, the mattress was made of clouds. It was like being coddled by a giant, comforting… thing. I’d go back JUST for the bed. Seriously, it was that good. The utter joy of sinking into that bed after a long day of… well, whatever I did that day, was pure bliss. This is not an exaggeration– the bed at SpringHill Suites Las Cruces is possibly the greatest thing I've experienced in my adult life. Okay, maybe that's an overstatement. But still, the bed. The bed. THE BED!
Any downsides? Real talk.
Okay, time for some honesty. (As if I haven't been honest already!) The walls… thin. I could hear… things. Let's just leave it at that. And the lighting in the bathroom was… harsh. Like, "staring-into-the-sun" harsh. Not ideal for makeup application. The AC unit was also a bit loud. But honestly? These are minor quibbles. I’m nitpicking. The bed… made up for EVERYTHING. Honestly, the thin walls were an adventure. It's like you have a whole cast of extra characters in your trip. I almost started betting what they'd be doing… and then realized I needed to sleep.
Would you go back?
Absolutely. Without a doubt. Yes. Even if the walls *are* thin and the breakfast is a free-for-all, and the pool isn't exactly a tropical oasis, and the coffee's meh… I’d go back. For the bed. And the general feeling of… comfort. SpringHill Suites Las Cruces isn't perfect. But it's a solid choice for a relatively affordable, genuinely comfortable stay. And hey, everyone needs a good sleep and some waffles. And that bed… I'm dreaming about it now.
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