Econo Lodge Hadley Near University

While I was staying at this hotel, I read in the local newspaper that the local government has acquired the property and will convert it into low-income housing. I stayed at the hotel for four nights, which is long enough to see strengths and weaknesses that may not be obvious during a quick one night stay. Here are the strengths: my room was clean and spacious. The hotel is located on busy Route 9, but my room was quiet and I got a good night’s sleep. Here are weaknesses: they’ve stopped cleaning rooms except when new guests check in. It would have been nice to be offered a fresh set of towels after a couple days, or empty the waste baskets during my longer stay. The few employees on premises were friendly, but the hotel is extremely understaffed. I rarely saw another person during my four days. I’m guessing one staff person multitasks for front desk, housekeeping etc. The breakfast bar is pretty worthless, with a few prepackaged muffins and tiny yogurts.

Staff was friendly, while making reservations and while staying there. The price can't be beat and the hotel is in a safe area with stores such as Target, Whole Foods. Also, there are many other hotels. The hotel was 15 minutes drive to UMass Amherst,convenient for orientation. Only downside, There were a few signs that such and such "is out of order", Basic amenities, rooms were clean and everything was working in the room. Fine for a 2 night stay.

I just stayed here twice in a week and am overall pleased with this hotel. Bear in mind that this IS a Budget hotel so ones expectations have to be a bit tempered. To only pay 90 dollars (Including Tax) to rest your head on a comfortable bed in a clean room is a good deal. The location is also a plus as you are right next to a variety of shopping and restaurants. The breakfast is extremely limited but you can always treat yourself to the "The Stable" across the street with the money that you save here!