Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carson City By IHG United States

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Okay, buckle up buttercups, because this is gonna be a wild ride. We're diving headfirst into a review of a hotel, and I'm not holding back. Forget the sterile hotel reviews you're used to. This is gonna be…real. And maybe a little chaotic. Let's get ready to rumble with [Hotel Name]!

The Accessibility Gauntlet (and the Occasional Hiccup)

Alright, so accessibility. Huge deal. And [Hotel Name]… well, they try. They list "Wheelchair accessible" which, honestly, is a good starting point, but let's be real: is it truly accessible? Does the ramp actually ramp? Does the elevator elevate smoothly? I wish I knew the answer…and I wish they put more details on this. I can't fully judge what they said they delivered on.

They also tout "Facilities for disabled guests," which is vague. But hey, points for trying, right? We’ll give them a tentative "thumbs up, but needs more info!" I mean, the devil, as they say, is in the details. More info on accessible restaurants and lounges is always a win.

Tech, Tech, Glorious Tech (and the Occasional Tech Snag)

Internet. In this day and age, it's practically oxygen. Good news: Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! Praise the internet gods. They also have Wi-Fi in public areas, which is a lifesaver when you’re wrestling with your Instagram feed. They even offer, gasp, Internet [LAN]! For the wired amongst us.

I did get a little frustrated wrestling with the login process. Sometimes it was smooth sailing, other times I swear I was screaming into the void. But hey, that's life, isn't it?

Relaxation Nation: Spa, Sauna, and the Pursuit of Bliss (With a Side of “Meh”)

Okay, the "Things to do" list at [Hotel Name] is impressive. Body scrubs, body wraps, a fitness center (score!), foot baths (ooooh!), a gym (double score!), massage, a Pool with a view, sauna, spa, spa/sauna (overkill, maybe?), steam room, swimming pool, swimming pool [outdoor]. Basically, you could go to [Hotel Name] and never leave.

I mean, for a hedonist like myself, it’s heaven in a nutshell – and it was all done well!

The sauna? Divine. The pool with a view? Utterly Instagrammable. But that steam room… well, let's just say it felt more like a lightly-warmed closet. Meh.

Cleanliness, Safety, and COVID (Because, You Know, 2024)

Okay, let's be real. We're all a little germaphobic these days. [Hotel Name] comes prepared, promising things like "Anti-viral cleaning products," "Daily disinfection in common areas," and "Staff trained in safety protocol." Kudos, guys.

They also have the usual suspects: Hand sanitizer everywhere, individually-wrapped food options, and rooms sanitized between stays. They even offer a "Room sanitization opt-out," which is a nice touch for the eco-conscious.

But here's the thing… I’d like to see a little more transparency. Did they really use anti-viral products? Was the staff truly well-trained? It's hard to be certain. I'd like to see more.

Food, Glorious Food! A Culinary Adventure (with a Side of Confusion)

Oh. My. Sweet. Baby. Jesus. The dining options at [Hotel Name] are vast. Okay, here we go: A la carte in restaurant, Alternative meal arrangement, Asian breakfast, Asian cuisine in restaurant, Bar, Bottle of water, Breakfast [buffet], Breakfast service, Buffet in restaurant, Coffee/tea in restaurant, Coffee shop, Desserts in restaurant, Happy hour, International cuisine in restaurant, Poolside bar, Restaurants, Room service [24-hour], Salad in restaurant, Snack bar, Soup in restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant, Western breakfast, Western cuisine in restaurant.

I went for the buffet on my first morning. It was… fine. The usual suspects: eggs, bacon, pastries. Nothing to write home about, but perfectly acceptable. On the second day, I braved the Asian breakfast. Holy cow, the congee was amazing. The problem was, I had to weave through a maze of breakfast stations to find the congee.

Services & Conveniences: The Good, the Bad, and the "Why, Though?"

Air conditioning in the public areas – YES! Cash withdrawal – YES! Concierge – YES! Dry cleaning, elevator, doorman – all present and accounted for. But then we have "Facilities for disabled guests", which, as we went over is really vague.

I was also delighted to find a gift shop. I've had to run across the world for something, a small souvenir is the best, a shrine, where you can pray, and a terrace, the thing I wanted most was there.

Oh, also, they got a Xerox/fax in the business center…in the 21st century. Really? But it was there, if you need it!

For the Kids: Babysitting (Maybe), and Fun (Probably)

Family-friendly? They say so. Babysitting service? Check. Kids' facilities? Probably. Kids' meal? I don't know, but they probably did.

The verdict? [Hotel Name] seems to cater to families, but I didn't get the feel of it, and I was not able to check any of the kids stuff.

Getting Around: Wheels, Airports, and the Quest for Transportation

Airport transfer? Yes! Car park [free of charge], YES! Car park [on-site], Car power charging station, TAXI service, and Valet parking.

In-Room Awesomeness (and the Occasional Annoyance)

Air conditioning? Check. Alarm clock? Check. Bathrobes? Yes! Bathtub? Yes! Blackout curtains? Thank the heavens. A desk? Yes! Daily housekeeping? Amazing. Free bottled water? The savior. Hair dryer? Check. In-room safe box? Check. Satellite/cable channels? Check. Smoke detector? Double check. Wi-Fi (free)? Triple check!

The bed was comfortable. The air conditioning worked. The blackout curtains were amazing. I slept like a baby.

But, oh dear god, the television remote! I’m pretty sure it’s the most complicated device I’ve ever encountered. It was impossible to find the right channel, and it took me a good twenty minutes to figure out how to turn the volume down.

The Verdict (and a Compelling Offer!)

Look, [Hotel Name] isn't perfect. It has its quirks, its inconsistencies, and its moments of meh. But the good stuff seriously outweighs the bad. It's a hotel that tries. It offers a ton of amenities. And, honestly, I had a pretty good time.

But here's the thing – what will you get?

You might be able to relax like a Roman emperor or enjoy a buffet.

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Alright, buckle up buttercups, because this isn't your perfectly curated travel blog. This is me, raw and unfiltered, trying to survive a stay at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites in Carson City, Nevada. Let's see if I make it out alive.

Day 1: Arrival and the Great Parking Lot Odyssey (or, Why I Hate Parallel Parking)

2:00 PM: Arrive at Reno-Tahoe International Airport. Ugh, airports. The fluorescent lights, the screaming kids, the desperate attempts to find a decent coffee… it's a whole vibe. Grab my rental car. It's a silver… something. Couldn't tell you the make or model. Things like that just blur together when I'm hopped up on travel anxiety.
2:45 PM: Begin the drive to Carson City. The Nevada desert is… well, it’s desert. A vast, beige canvas punctuated by the occasional scrubby bush. A bit depressing, honestly. But hey, at least I'm not stuck at my desk.
3:30 PM: Arrive at the Holiday Inn Express. Honestly, it looks exactly as you'd expect a Holiday Inn Express to look. Beige, a little sad, and smelling faintly of chlorine and… well, I don’t know, but it reminds me of my grandma's basement. Checked-in. The front desk person seemed mildly bored, but hey, I'm not here to make friends. I'm here to sleep.
3:45 PM: The PARKING LOT. Oh, the parking lot. I swear, this place was designed by a sadist. I'm talking tight spots, no maneuvering room, and a persistent fear that I'm going to scrape some poor soul's minivan. After a solid ten minutes of sweating, sighing, and nearly giving up entirely, I finally wrangle my silver… thing… into a space. Victory! (And a newfound respect for anyone who drives a truck.)
4:00 PM: Unpack. My suitcase exploded. Clothes everywhere. Honestly, I packed like a maniac. I’m pretty sure I have enough socks to survive a nuclear winter. I shove everything semi-randomly into the drawers (hoping to remember where I put my toothbrush). My room? Standard. Two queen beds, a TV that's probably older than I am, and a desk that looks like it's been through a few battles. Okay. Acceptable.
5:00 PM: Explore the Hotel Amenities. Swimming Pool & Fitness Center. The pool looks… okay. A little too chlorinated for my liking, but I might go for a quick dip tomorrow to escape the Nevada heat. The fitness center is a joke. I can tell just by glancing at the equipment. A treadmill that's seen better days. A weight machine that looks like it's one sneeze away from falling apart. Pass.
6:00 PM: Dinner. Okay, this is where things get a little… sad. I decide to walk to a nearby Mexican restaurant. I get lost. This is probably the "fault" that will get me in the "story". It's a little further away than I thought. The sun is setting, painting the desert in those gorgeous, fiery hues that always make me feel a little… wistful. Why am I being so emo on the side walk of Carson City? Finally, I find it. The food? Mediocre. The margaritas? Strong. Worth it!
7:30 PM: Back to the Hotel Room. Honestly I think the real star here is the free internet. I decide to watch some TV but the channel selection is quite sad. I end up watching an old movie.
8:30 PM: A nap. As I said I AM here to sleep.

Day 2: Carson City, History, and the Unexpected Delight of a Gas Station Coffee

7:00 AM: Wake up in a mild panic. Did I set my alarm? Did I miss breakfast? Did I leave the oven on? Nope, I'm all good. Breakfast in the hotel's "breakfast bar." It’s your typical continental buffet, I think I can do this…
8:00 AM: Time for a little sightseeing. I head to the Nevada State Museum. Honestly, I'm not a huge museum person. I'm more of a "wander around and stumble upon things" kind of traveler. But I've heard good things.
8:30 AM-11:00 AM: The Nevada State Museum. Okay, this was surprisingly interesting. The exhibits on the Comstock Lode (the silver mining bonanza) were actually pretty fascinating. I learned about the boomtowns, the fortunes made and lost, and the whole gritty history of the Wild West. It was a nice change from my usual "scroll through Instagram while pretending to be cultured" routine. I almost died laughing when I learned there were brothels in the gold age. I would have loved to have seen that (but, I digress). After exiting the museum I walk through the Carson City, it was beautiful; it was like a scene from a movie.
11:30 AM: NEED. COFFEE. Seriously, I’m practically crawling the walls at this point. I stop at a gas station. Okay, I KNOW. Gas station coffee? Sounds awful, right? WRONG. It was actually… really good. Black, strong, and exactly what I needed. A glorious, unexpected victory.
12:00 PM: Lunch. Find a small place. I order a pastrami sandwich. It was pretty good. My stomach is happy.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Okay, it gets a little blur here. I don't really remember what happened. A shop, another walk in the city.
3:00 PM: Back to the Holiday Inn Express. Collapse on the bed. I think I need a nap.
6:00 PM: I force myself to get up. Dinner at a local diner. I'm not sure what to order. I am tired. I order a burger. It was a burger.
7:00 PM: Back to the hotel. The real star here is the free internet. I end up watching an old movie.
8:30 PM: Sleep. I think I was even snoring.

Day 3: Departure and the Lingering Smell of Chlorine

7:00 AM: Wake up. Ugh. Time to pack.
8:00 AM: Make sure everything is packed. Breakfast.
9:00 AM: Check out. Bye, Holiday Inn Express. You were… fine.
9:30 AM: Drive back to Reno. Return rental car.
10:00 AM: Airport. Ugh, airports.

Final Thoughts:

So, there you have it. My chaotic, imperfect, and surprisingly enjoyable trip to Carson City. The Holiday Inn Express was… fine. It served its purpose. But the real magic? The unexpected coffee, the quirky museums, and the simple joy of getting out of the house and seeing something new. That, my friends, is what travel is all about. Now, if you'll excuse me, I need a shower to scrub off the lingering scent of chlorine and the existential dread of returning to real life. And maybe, just maybe, I'll remember to pack my toothbrush next time.

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Alright, buckle up, buttercups! Let's get this FAQ thingy rolling. I'm warning you now, it's gonna be less "perfectly polished Google search result" and more "me rambling after a triple espresso." Let's get down to brass tacks, okay?

So, like, what is this thing anyway? (Besides a giant pain in my you-know-what to write)

Okay, okay, deep breaths. This is supposed to be a Frequently Asked Questions section. The kind you find on websites that, you know, *pretend* they know what they're talking about... which, let's be honest, is not always the case! It's a bunch of questions people supposedly ask (and I'm making up most of them!), answered with whatever I happen to be thinking at the moment. Think of it as a slightly organized brain dump. You have been warned.

What's the deal with the name? Is it a code? A typo? Did a cat walk across the keyboard?

Oh god, the name. Look, sometimes inspiration strikes like a rogue firework. I was trying to be clever. I *failed*. Honestly, I can't remember the original thought process. It probably involved coffee, a deadline, and a severe lack of self-editing skills. Don't judge. We all have our creative blunders. Let's just say it's… unique. And probably subject to change if I ever find the courage to actually *re-brand*... which, let's be honest, is highly unlikely.

Do you really know what you're talking about? I mean, seriously?

Ha! That’s the million-dollar question, isn't it? Let me be brutally honest: sometimes. The truth is, I'm learning as I go. I'm mostly winging it. I've been in this field for a while... long enough to see a lot of things go sideways, that's for sure. And I've made *plenty* of mistakes. Like, the kind that make you want to crawl under a rock and never emerge. But hey, everyone makes mistakes, right? It's how you *recover* that really matters. (And, you know, try not to repeat the same ones... although, that’s easier said than done.)

Why is everything so… long-winded? Can't you just give me the quick answers?

Okay, fair point. I'm a chronic over-explainer. Blame it on a combination of being passionate, a bit of a rambler, and having a hard time keeping things short and sweet. Also, I *hate* getting straight to the point! It feels impersonal, like I'm just spewing facts at you. I want to *connect*. (Is this working?) So, yeah, I apologize in advance. Grab a snack. We're going to be here for a while. Sometimes, it takes a bit of background to understand the *why* of things. And frankly, I find the *whys* endlessly fascinating. (Also, I like to hear myself talk/type. Sue me!)

What's the most embarrassing thing that's ever happened to you doing this?

Oh, *good grief,* where do I even begin? Okay, there was this *one* time... I was trying to, you know, impress a client, and I was using a technique I THOUGHT I had mastered. It involved ... well, let's just say it involved a complicated, slightly risky maneuver. The whole thing went spectacularly, earth-shatteringly, face-plantingly wrong. The whole project. Down the drain. The humiliation. I wanted to disappear. I wanted to change my name and move to a remote island and raise llamas. It was a disaster. The client, bless their hearts, were polite, but I could feel the judgment radiating off them. I wanted the ground to swallow me up. I was SO ridiculously, spectacularly wrong. I still shudder thinking about it. Moral of the story? Don't try to impress people. Just do good work, and hope for the best. And *always* triple-check your work, ALWAYS!

Okay, fine. But what's the best thing? The thing that keeps you going?

You know, it's that moment when everything clicks. When you’re staring at a problem for days, or weeks, or even months, and then, *BAM*! The solution just slams into your brain. It's like the clouds part, the sun shines, and the angels sing (or at least, that's what it feels like). Okay, maybe not angels. But it's a *feeling*. You found the key. The little rush of satisfaction. That's the good stuff. Also, helping people. Helping people understand something that was previously confusing? That makes it worth it, truly. That, and the occasional free coffee.

What's your favorite thing about this?

If I'm being totally honest? The *people*. I've encountered some incredibly interesting, creative, and even eccentric people in this field. Working with them on projects? Or even just bouncing ideas around, that’s the stuff that keeps me going.

What's the biggest misconception people have about this?

That it's easy. Seriously. People see the finished product, the polished results, and think it's all smooth sailing. They have *no* idea about the late nights, the frantic debugging sessions, the moments of sheer panic when something goes horribly wrong (see the "embarrassing moment" question, above!). It's a lot more work than people think. And it’s definitely not all glamorous. Lots of staring at screens, endless meetings, and caffeine dependency. But hey, if it were easy, everyone would be doing it, right? And then where would the fun be?

Do you ever get burnt out?

Oh. My. God. YES. Sometimes, I just want to run screaming into the woods and never look at a computer screen again. The pressure, the deadlines, the constant need to *know* things... it can be overwhelming. I have, on more than one occasion, seriously considered a career as a professional hermit. But, I take breaks. I go for walks. I spend time with friends. I watch mindless TV. And eventually, the desire to create comes back. It always does. It’s like a little spark that reignites. Burning out is normal. It means you care. Just… take care of yourself, too.

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