I stayed at this HI for 2 nights in mid-May 2008.
The employees were friendly, the check-in was swift, the lobby & decor is nice. It wasn't hard to find, very accessible. I was greeted as Priority Club, but unlike a previous review, I didn't receive any sort of welcome basket? I have never before.
The room was large but the bathroom definitely needs more lights and our bathroom door did not fit the hinges, which was really odd. I reported it on our way out and the front next looked shocked, so I assume they did not know about it.
We went to Universal the next day and it was not a chore to get there. There are restaraunts aplenty within walking distance (Olive Garden was our choice right up the street).
I did not try the breakfast, though it looked very good. I also did not try the pool, but I never heard anything from inside my room, so all good there. The room overall was quiet, the area seemed quiet. There is a convenience store across the street to grab a water & snacks.
Do beware of the timeshare pitch in the lobby, but the coupon bag was nice.
We paid $100/night total and you just can't beat that. Overall, it was a good 2 nights for a reasonable price in a safe area.
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