Escape to Elizabethtown: Your Perfect Stay Awaits at La Quinta Inn & Suites!
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because we're diving headfirst into a review of the La Quinta Inn & Suites in Elizabethtown, Kentucky – or, as I like to call it, "Escape to Elizabethtown: Your Perfect Stay…Unless You're Expecting a Michelin Star Experience." Let's get real.
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Alright, so, Elizabethtown. Never thought I'd be here, but life, like a rogue piece of bacon, can sometimes lead you down unexpected paths. And that path, in my case, deposited me directly in front of the La Quinta Inn & Suites.
First Impressions: Entryway, Enthusiasm, and a Slightly Crooked Smile.
The exterior? Well, it is a La Quinta. It's…functional. Let’s call it "practical chic," alright? The lobby? Clean, bright enough, and the front desk staff? Bless their hearts, they tried. They really did. Welcome was friendly, check-in was thankfully contactless check-in/out, which felt like a win after a six-hour drive. It's also worth noting the Doorman was a no-show, but hey, who needs a doorman in Elizabethtown? (Kidding, kind of.)
Rooms: The Sanity Savers (and the Slightly Less Sanity Savers).
Okay, the room situation. We're talking Non-smoking rooms, essential, right? And thankfully, yes! Air conditioning, definitely a plus in Kentucky. Air conditioning in public area also, thank goodness! The room itself? Comfortably numb, if that's a compliment? Honestly, it was clean, and that’s gold. The whole Rooms sanitized between stays thing made me breathe a little easier. They had the basics covered: Coffee/tea maker, a mini-fridge (Refrigerator - essential for emergency snacks and maybe a small bottle of wine!), a desk (Laptop workspace, check!), and a bed that, after a long day, felt like a cloud of pure, unadulterated bliss. They even had Blackout curtains! Bless. That's what I’m talking about. The bathroom? Toiletries were provided, which is always a bonus when you've forgotten your own. The Shower was… fine. Nothing to write home about (unless you’re writing about how not to make a waterfall effect). And honestly, a Separate shower/bathtub would’ve been nice, but you can’t win them all. I also noticed Daily housekeeping, which was a godsend after accidentally spilling coffee all over the desk (oops). They do have Internet access – wireless and Wi-Fi [free], which is a necessity for me.
The additional toilet? Unfortunately, they didn't have it in my room, but for a long stay, I think it would be a great comfort! I'm pretty sure the hotel offers connecting rooms, but I didn't opt for it. Interconnecting room(s) available, is a great benefit. Extra long bed, is a plus too!
Accessibility? Let's Break it Down.
Now, for the heart of the matter: Accessibility. This is crucial. The elevators were functional, and I noticed Facilities for disabled guests. The hallways seemed reasonably wide, and the staff seemed willing to help (though I didn't personally test their limits on this). The Wheelchair accessible designation is there, in principle, but I’m always a bit skeptical until I see it with my own eyes. I didn't spot any ramps that seemed suspiciously steep, but always confirm details with the hotel beforehand to be 100% sure.
Let’s talk about getting around, shall we?
Airport transfer, unavailable! Dang. But at least there's Car park [free of charge] and Car park [on-site]. The only downside is the Valet parking, which is unavailable.
Amenities: The Pool, the Gym, and My Battle with the Treadmill.
This is where things get interesting. The Swimming pool [outdoor]? Looked inviting, a little cold when I went, but I'm sure it's lovely in the Kentucky summer. (Bring your own floaties, folks!). The little Poolside bar would also be super nice!
Then we have the Fitness center! Oh, the fitness center. Let me just… I walked in, saw a treadmill, and immediately thought, "I can conquer this." I lasted maybe…twenty minutes. The treadmill looked like it had seen things, man. The "view"? Of the parking lot. But hey, at least they had a treadmill. And a couple of weights. So, kudos to the La Quinta for trying. The Gym/fitness area was a bit on the small side, but it met the basic need.
They also have a Sauna and a Spa/sauna as options. Very fancy!
Ways to Relax: There is a Massage which can be a welcomed respite!
Food, Glorious Food (or, the Breakfast Adventure).
Oh, the Breakfast [buffet]. This is where things get…memorable. It had all the classics: waffles (yes!), scrambled eggs that may or may not have been from a carton (but hey, they were warm!), various sugary cereals, and the all-important coffee. The coffee? Strong enough to wake the dead…or at least, to keep you awake to contemplate the mysteries of life. Asian breakfast, is something I noticed as well! And hey, they had Breakfast takeaway service, so if you’re running late (or just want to go back to your room and eat in peace, like me), you’re covered!
Dining, drinking, and snacking
A la carte in restaurant and Buffet in restaurant: There is a Bar available to grab a drink! Also, a Coffee/tea in restaurant!
They also have a Snack bar, and Restaurants. They also offer a Room service [24-hour]! Awesome!
They have a Vegetarian restaurant as well!
Cleanliness and Safety: Putting My Mind at Ease (Mostly).
As mentioned earlier, the room felt clean. That's a huge thing for me, and I appreciated the clear effort. I noticed Anti-viral cleaning products being used, which is always a plus. I also appreciated the Hand sanitizer stations everywhere and the Staff trained in safety protocol. But, hey, I'm a skeptic. But I also noticed the Daily disinfection in common areas, which is something I can appreciate. The Room sanitization opt-out available, is a nice touch.
Services and Conveniences: The Little Things That Matter.
Laundry service – yes! Dry cleaning– yes! Ironing service– yes! All essential for the well-traveled (or just the slightly messy). The Concierge was helpful, although I mainly used him to ask, "Where's the nearest good coffee?" – and he pointed me in the right direction (bless him!). The Elevator was reliable.
For the Kids: Family Friendly?
This is where my experiences are limited, as I was solo-ing it. But the Family/child friendly designation is a promising sign. Seeing La Quinta's Kids facilities seemed pretty cool!
The Negatives: Just a Few Quirks.
One minor issue: the Wi-Fi. It was… inconsistent. Sometimes fast, sometimes… not so much. And the TV remote. Let's just say it required a degree in engineering to operate.
Overall… The Verdict?
Look, La Quinta Inn & Suites in Elizabethtown isn't going to win any awards for luxury. But it's a solid, reliable choice. It's clean, functional, and the staff tries their hardest to make your stay pleasant. It's the kind of place you can relax in, after a long day. If you need a place to rest and recharge, then the La Quinta Inn & Suites is perfect.
Would I stay there again?
Absolutely. Especially if I'm ever caught in a rogue bacon-induced escapade in Elizabethtown again.
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Okay, buckle up buttercups, because this itinerary isn't your pristine, perfectly-formatted Google Doc. This is a messy, meandering, hopefully hilarious account of a trip to La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Elizabethtown, KY, population… well, let's just say it's not exactly Manhattan.
Day 1: The Arrival. Or, "Why Did I Book This Again?"
- 1:00 PM: Plane lands (supposedly): Ugh. Okay, first existential crisis of the trip. Why did I pick Elizabethtown? My therapist would have a FIELD day with this choice. I swear, sometimes I'm drawn to places just for the sheer… blandness? Maybe I'm craving the void. Anyway, the plane ride was fine, except for the toddler kicking the back of my seat the ENTIRE time. I contemplated turning around and offering to pay for their seat and kicking it back in return. But I'm too nice. Sigh. Maybe this trip will make me more assertive. Or maybe I'll just become a hermit.
- 2:30 PM: Hertz Hell (rental car pickup): "Sir, do you have the insurance?" Oh, here we go again. The hard sell. I swear, I could write a dissertation on rental car counter anxiety. I said no. I always say no. I know the risks. I live on the edge! (Okay, not really. I just like to save money.) After the excruciating 'no' and the subsequent hard sell for tire and windshield insurance, I finally got the keys to my… well, it's a car. A beige, slightly dented, totally functional car. It’s like the rental agency knew what I was getting myself into - and gave me the car that matches that feeling.
- 3:30 PM: Check-in at La Quinta: Okay, the La Quinta. It's… as expected. The lobby smells faintly of chlorine and carpet cleaner, which oddly, is kind of comforting. The woman at the front desk seems genuinely happy to see me, which might be a bit too charming. Is she a La Quinta shill? Is there a secret La Quinta cult? No, I'm probably reading too much into it. The room is perfectly fine. Clean-ish. I'm not sure I trust the comforter, but I'm too tired to care.
- 4:00 PM: "Settling In" & Mild Panic: Okay, unpacking. This is when the realization hits: I'M ALONE. In Elizabethtown. In a hotel room. With nothing but my questionable life choices for company. Cue existential spiral number two. I decide the best course of action is to order a pizza. I can hide in a pizza.
Day 2: Elizabethtown, Unleashed (Maybe)
- 8:00 AM: Breakfast & Judgement: The La Quinta's continental breakfast. The holy trinity: stale pastries, watery coffee, and those weird, individually wrapped yogurts. Did I mention there are two of them? I'm not sure if it's a good sign that I eat all of it, or a bad one. Everyone else seems to be dressed for a family reunion. I'm in my yoga pants and a t-shirt I've had since college. I wonder if the La Quinta cult has a specific dress code.
- 9:00 AM: "Exploring" Downtown: Okay, downtown Elizabethtown. "Exploring" is a strong word. I drove around for about 15 minutes, saw a courthouse, a few antique shops, and a… pawnshop. The pawnshop intrigued me. I peeked in. I didn't go in. The air was thick with the scent of… well, let's just say history. And maybe a little regret. I decided to keep driving.
- 10:30 AM: The Battle of Spring Hill: A Moment of History: So, I tried to be educational and went to the Civil War monument. It's… a monument. It was hot. Bugs. I read some stuff. I felt vaguely patriotic-ish. Then, I realized I was the ONLY person there. Except for the squirrels. They seemed unimpressed. The monument, while nice, made me want a cold drink.
- 12:00 PM: Lunch & Existential Dread (Continued): Found a diner. Classic greasy spoon. Ordered a burger. The burger was good. I people-watched. An elderly couple held hands. It was cute. Then, I remembered I was still alone. The burger didn’t taste quite as good after that.
- 2:00 PM: Back to the La Quinta & the Great Nap: I gave up. I went back and napped. It was glorious. The comforter wasn't so bad after all.
- 6:00 PM: Dinner & the Unexpected: I went to what seemed to be the only dinner place outside the tourist strip (the only one I could find, anyway). It was okay. The waitress, a sweet woman named Martha, was the highlight. She told me about her cat, her grandkids, and her opinions on the local politics. It was the most genuine conversation I’d had all day. By the end, I felt like I’d made a friend. Then, I realized that maybe my new friend has no friends and is just doing her job. I don't know what's worse.
- 8:00 PM: Room, Relaxation, and a Touch of Madness: Back in the room! I watched some TV (nothing good, naturally). I started writing this ridiculous itinerary. A sudden, overwhelming urge to redecorate struck me. I started rearranging the furniture. Why? WHY?! I’m losing it. Maybe I should have sprung for the insurance on the rental car.
Day 3: Departure & the Lingering Smell of Chlorine
- 8:00 AM: Breakfast, Version 2.0: Another round of La Quinta breakfast. This time, I opted for a bagel. It was… a bagel. The coffee was still watery.
- 9:00 AM: Final Check of the Room (and My Sanity): Double-checked for forgotten belongings. Made sure I hadn’t accidentally ripped the comforter. Gave the whole place a final once-over and realized I was going to make it out of here alive.
- 10:00 AM: Goodbye, Elizabethtown! (And, you know, La Quinta). Check-out was painless. Said goodbye to the friendly woman at the front desk. Got in my beige car. And that was it. I started driving home. I'm still not sure what to make of Elizabethtown. It's… a place. And the La Quinta? Well, it served its purpose. The smell still lingers in my mind, a weird cocktail of chlorine and carpet cleaner, a testament to a brief, slightly off-kilter, but strangely memorable trip.
- 1:00 PM: "Home Sweet Home" (and Therapy Appointment): Back home. Unpacked. The laundry. And oh yeah, booked a therapy appointment. Gotta process the Elizabethtown experience, you know? And figure out why I enjoy blandness so much.
So, there you have it. A glimpse into my utterly imperfect, delightfully messy, and utterly human trip to La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Elizabethtown, KY. Would I recommend it? Maybe. But be warned: pack your own sanity. And maybe some anti-anxiety meds. You're gonna need them.
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So, Elizabethtown. Why *this* La Quinta? Seriously, what's the draw?
Alright, confession time: I wasn't planning on Elizabethtown. It was a pit stop. A *necessary* pit stop on a road trip that… well, let's just say it involved a very grumpy cat named Mr. Fluffernutter (more on him later). But Elizabethtown, or rather, the *need* for a pet-friendly place to crash, kinda made the decision for me. La Quinta's reputation is pretty standard – clean, reliable, and they usually don't turn their noses up at a fluffy grump. Honestly, I wasn't expecting fireworks. I was expecting… sleep. Glorious, uninterrupted sleep. Hah. Joke's on me.
Okay, okay, pet-friendly. But *how* pet-friendly? Like, actual fluffy royalty treatment or just tolerating the occasional bark?
Listen, Mr. Fluffernutter is a discerning gentleman. He judges harshly, and he sheds EVERYWHERE. La Quinta? Surprisingly ace. They had designated pet areas, which, granted, smelled… you know… *of pet*, but were clean. More importantly, the staff? They were actually *nice*! Which is a monumental feat when dealing with a ginger tabby who thinks he's the King of England. They even gave him a treat. A TREAT! He usually considers such gestures beneath him, but he *ate* it. Big win. I'd say it was a solid “pet-friendly plus.”
Speaking of rooms… What's the ACTUAL vibe, room-wise? What can I REALLY expect? Because hotel photos are notoriously optimistic.
Alright, the rooms. Ok, so. The hotel photos are slightly lying. Mine was a little smaller than it looked in the pictures, the decor was a *touch* outdated, and the air conditioner sounded like a disgruntled semi-truck. BUT! (And this is a BIG but.) It was CLEAN. Like, actually clean. And the bed was comfortable. Crucially, Mr. Fluffernutter didn't find any major shedding opportunities (a miracle, I repeat, a MIRACLE!), so I'd give it a solid B+. I'm not saying you'll be Instagramming your room, but you won't be gagging either. Just… manage your expectations, breathe deeply, and you'll be golden. It's a decent base camp for Elizabethtown adventures.
Breakfast. The make-or-break of any hotel experience. Spill the beans, what's the breakfast situation? Hot? Cold? Edible?
Right, breakfast. Okay, here's the brutal truth: it's hotel breakfast. Think continental. Think waffles. Think… mostly carbs. But! They had surprisingly decent coffee (a must!), the waffle makers were… well, they worked. And the pre-packaged pastries? Edible. I’m not saying it's Michelin star material, but it filled the void. And hey, I saw some kids actually *enjoying* the cereal selection. So, win for the little ones, at least. I’m more of a “coffee and contemplate the meaning of life” kind of breakfast person, so I wasn’t miserable. Just, you know, fueled by caffeine and existential dread, as usual.
Service! The staff! Are they helpful, grumpy, or somewhere in between?
Okay, the staff. Unexpectedly… awesome. Seriously. These people deserve medals. They were friendly, helpful, and remarkably patient with me and my drama-queen cat. I had a minor issue with the TV (I swear, I just wanted to watch a mindless sitcom!), and they fixed it immediately. They also pointed me towards some decent local restaurants, which was a total lifesaver. Considering they're dealing with weary travelers and their baggage (both literal and metaphorical), they were incredibly professional and, dare I say, *genuinely* nice. Huge props to the team!
Elizabethtown itself - worth venturing out or should I just hang around the hotel?
Oh, venture out! PLEASE! I mean, obviously, explore the hotel, but... Elizabethtown surprised me. I'm not going to say it's the most exciting place on earth, but it's charming. There's a cute downtown area, some decent local eateries (the staff can definitely point you in the right direction), and… well, it's a nice break from the highway. I spent a surprisingly pleasant afternoon exploring a local park with Mr. Fluffernutter (leash training in progress – don't judge). Find the quirky spots, embrace the small-town vibe, and you might just stumble upon a hidden gem or two. Seriously. Go explore!
Okay, so, should I stay at the La Quinta in Elizabethtown? The final verdict, please!
Alright, the definitive answer: YES. (With caveats, *of course*). If you're looking for a clean, reliable, pet-friendly, and decently priced place to crash in Elizabethtown, then absolutely. Don't go expecting luxury, but go expecting a solid, comfortable stay. The staff are amazing, which really ups the experience. It's not a destination in itself, but it’s a perfectly good launchpad. Plus, if you have a grumpy cat in tow, they'll probably be just as pleasantly surprised as I was. Just… maybe pack some earplugs for the air conditioner. You’ve been warned!
One last thing: Any *specific* experience that REALLY stands out? Any one moment that’s burned into your memory?
Oh, absolutely. The *breakfast incident*. Picture this: I'm bleary-eyed, fueled by instant coffee, trying to wrangle Mr. Fluffernutter out of the pet carrier (he was NOT pleased about breakfast), and attempting to locate the elusive waffle maker. I was failing spectacularly. Suddenly, a kind, elderly gentleman came over. He’d seen it all – the grumpy cat, the frazzled owner, the near-destruction of the breakfast buffet. He quietly showed me the waffle-making process, then proceeded to make multiple waffles for me, chatting about his grandkids and the joys of retirement. It was the most wholesome, unexpectedly heartwarming experience. It wasn't just about the waffles, it was the unsolicited kindness, the genuine human connection. That's what I'll remember. And the waffles? Surprisingly good. Truly a testament to the power of a decent hotel stay, and a little bit of unexpected waffle magic. That gentleman? A true Elizabethtown hero. Now, if you'll excuse me, I need to go buy some waffle mix… just in case.
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