Unbelievable Deals at This Joliet Hotel! (Best Western Plus North Joliet)
Unbelievable Deals at This Joliet Hotel! (Best Western Plus North Joliet) - Honestly, What's the Real Deal?
Okay, folks, let's get real. Joliet, Illinois. It's not exactly the Bahamas. But hey, sometimes you need to be in Joliet. Maybe it's a business trip, a family visit, or, let's be honest, you're just passing through and need a place to crash. So, the question is, is the Best Western Plus North Joliet actually worth it? Are these "unbelievable deals" truly believable? Buckle up; this is gonna be a messy, opinionated, potentially hilarious ride.
First Impressions: Accessibility, Cleanliness & (Hopefully) Safety
Right off the bat, I'm pleased to report they seem to be trying. Wheelchair accessibility is listed, and that's a HUGE plus. It’s the bare minimum, honestly, but at least they acknowledge it. The front is pretty welcoming, but it isn’t perfect.
And, a HUGE sigh of relief… Cleanliness and safety: They're advertised to be top priority. They list everything from Anti-viral cleaning products and Daily disinfection in common areas to Professional-grade sanitizing services and Rooms sanitized between stays. Look, in this day and age, that's not a luxury, it’s expected. Especially when you know you're staying in a place right down the road from the local prison… I like that it is a real-world problem they're trying to tackle! They even have Hand sanitizer readily available, which is good. I also noticed the CCTV in common areas and outside property, plus 24-hour security, so you are probably safe enough…I hope.
The Room: A Tale of Two Feelings
Let's talk rooms. They claim to be designed for comfort. They also claim to have Air conditioning (thank god!), Blackout curtains (a godsend for light sleepers), and Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! (also a necessity, especially if you forgot your data plan like me. Ugh.) There's a Refrigerator, which is handy for those leftover pizza slices you inevitably end up with. The Coffee/tea maker is a MUST. And the Complimentary tea! See, they get it! They also are advertising options like Interconnecting room(s) available, if you're traveling with a family. Nice touch.
BUT… and this is where the "messy" honest part comes in… my room… was fine. It absolutely wasn't the Ritz. My first impression was kind of neutral. I'm not sure if I saw any issues with it. It did smell a little like cleaning products, which is neither comforting nor alarming. The bed was comfortable, though. They've all got a desk, a reading light, and a mirror.
Internet Access: The Undeniable Truth
Okay, so you're promised Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! (and there's even Internet [LAN] if you're really old school). Now, let me tell you a story… Last time I stayed at a hotel in Joliet (not this one), I spent HOURS trying to connect to the Wi-Fi. It was a nightmare. Like pulling teeth. At the Best Western Plus North Joliet, the Wi-Fi was a breeze. Seriously, I connected immediately. Thank you, Best Western, I've been traumatized by hotel Wi-Fi before, so this is a huge win.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: The Foodie's Lament?
Here's the thing about Joliet: it's not exactly a culinary mecca. The hotel offers a Breakfast [buffet], which is standard. They claim it has Asian breakfast, and Western breakfast, which is a nice touch. This is going to be a gamble. The Restaurants have limited options. I saw options of Restaurants and Poolside bar, which makes it sound boujee, but I'm not holding my breath. They have a Coffee shop, and Snack bar. So, you've got options. Room service [24-hour] is available, which is cool, and they've got a Vegetarian restaurant.
Things to Do, Ways to Relax: Spa Day in Joliet?
Okay, here's where things get… interesting. Listen, I'm not going to lie, I hoped for more from this department. The Fitness center is there – sure. The Swimming pool [outdoor] is a blessing in the summer. They even have a Spa/sauna. I would've liked a Steamroom, and a Massage.
Services and Conveniences: Let’s Talk About The Essentials
They’re listing a Concierge, a Daily housekeeping, and are a seemingly professional business. You can have Contactless check-in/out. They even have a Cash withdrawal machine. They have Air conditioning in public area, so you don’t melt while waiting. And there's a Convenience store! So, that’s cool, you can get some last-minute snacks. They have Elevator, so if you’re staying in a high floor, no problem. They even have Meeting/banquet facilities, for business events. They claim to have Laundry service, plus Dry cleaning, which is good because I inevitably spill coffee on myself. They do have an Ironing service! Also, Facilities for disabled guests.
Unbelievable Deals? The Verdict (and a Call to Action!)
Look, the Best Western Plus North Joliet is not the Four Seasons. It's Joliet. And for Joliet, it seems… decent! Are the deals unbelievable? Maybe not. But are they believable and potentially worth it? Absolutely. It's clean, seems pretty safe, the Wi-Fi works, they offer all the essential services, and they’re trying to do the right thing in a post-Covid world.
Here's the pitch, folks: If you need a place to crash in or near Joliet AND are looking for decent, affordable, and relatively safe accommodations, this place is worth a look.
Here’s the deal!
- Book Directly for the Best Rates! Get the best prices when you book directly through the Best Western Plus North Joliet website or by calling them. You might even find special offers or packages that fit your needs!
- Look for Package Deals! If you're planning a longer stay or have specific needs (like a spa day!), check for package deals.
My honest advice: Is it the BEST hotel I've ever stayed in? Nope. But it’s probably the best hotel in Joliet for the price. And sometimes, that's all you need.
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Alright, buckle up, buttercups, because we're about to go on a journey of epic, slightly unhinged proportions… to Joliet, Illinois! Yep, you heard me. The Best Western Plus North Joliet is our base camp. Don’t judge. Budget travel, baby! And hey, who knows, maybe we'll find the real Illinois.
The Joliet Jaunt: A Whirlwind of Questionable Choices and Unexpected Delights
Day 1: Arrival and the Crushing Weight of… Laundry?
1:00 PM: Touchdown! We’re here! (After a harrowing drive involving a GPS that apparently hates me and a near-miss with a rogue tumbleweed. Okay, maybe it was a plastic bag. Still dramatic!) The Best Western lobby… well, it’s a lobby. Beige, functional, faintly smelling of chlorine and existential dread. First impression: "Yep, this is America."
1:30 PM: Check-in. The desk clerk, bless her heart, looked like she’d seen things. Things involving early mornings and the unrelenting stream of hotel guests needing… well, everything. Got the key. Found the room. It’s… fine. Cleanish. The bed looks invitingly lumpy.
2:00 PM: The unpacking begins. (Important note: I never pack light. I'm a chronic over-packer; I'm sure there will be a day I regret it.) Suddenly, the reality of packing a week's worth of outfits sinks in. This feels like an eternity; and as I look at my suitcase I think how did I not even need all of these clothing. I start to have a mid-life crisis (or at least a mid-trip crisis). The sheer volume of laundry that awaits me at the end is… overwhelming. I'm already mentally calculating the cost of that dreaded post-trip laundry bill. Ugh.
3:00 PM: Okay, time to embrace the Joliet. Driving around the area, I see there's a Walmart close by.
3:30: Walmart run. Needed snacks, because hotel room snacks are the backbone of any successful adventure. Also, laundry detergent. Because, refer to the above existential dread. The sheer scale of that Walmart was shocking. You could probably get lost in there for days. Found the detergent (score!), a bag of ridiculously large gummy bears (double score!), and a vague sense of wonder. The people-watching was top-tier. American life in all its gloriously messy glory. I saw a woman in a full sequined jumpsuit browsing the cereal aisle. Joliet is already giving off serious vibes.
6:00 PM: Dinner! I could not believe there was an actual Applebee's, so I decided to eat there. I was very hungry, so I ordered a big meal, even dessert. The food was, well it was Applebee's. But the waitress, bless her heart again, was a total sweetheart. She refilled my bottomless lemonade like her life depended on it. I like this waitress.
7:30 PM: Back in the hotel room, wrestling with the TV remote, and losing. Ended up just scrolling through the channels until I passed out.
8:30 PM: SLEEP (or at least, attempting to). This pillow is… interesting.
Day 2: Prison Blues (and Pizza Dreams)
8:00 AM: Breakfast! (Free, included; but, to be honest, the “continental breakfast” at the Best Western is a culinary adventure in itself. The fake scrambled eggs are truly a work of art… in a very unappetizing way.) Ate it anyway. Gotta fuel the machine.
9:00 AM: The Joliet Area Historical Museum. The old prison is the main attraction. You could feel the history in that place. The weight of it. The stories. It was somber, eerie, and fascinating. I was overwhelmed by the stories of the inmates but also the sheer scale of the place was awe-inspiring.
11:00 AM: Still thinking about the prison. It was, unexpectedly, moving. Made me think about… well, a lot of things. Life, choices, the absurdity of existence. Seriously! Who knew a prison tour could be so existential?
1:00 PM: Lunch time. Found a local pizza joint (naturally). The pizza, bless it, was pure comfort food. I ordered half a pizza because I know how much I can eat. I ate it all. It was a moment of pure, unadulterated pizza bliss. The kind of bliss that makes you forget about the laundry hanging over your head.
2:30: Heading to The Route 66 Raceway. My expectations were not high. But I have to admit: the energy, the noise, the speed… it was electrifying! It was loud, fast, and undeniably American. I loved it.
4:00 PM: Hotel pool time! (I'm a sucker for a hotel pool.) The water was lukewarm, the chlorine strong, and the other guests… well, let's just say they were entertaining. This felt like a scene out of a quirky indie film.
6:00 PM: Dinner at some generic chain restaurant. Regret is setting in already.
7:30 PM: Back at the hotel. Contemplating the existential dread of laundry. Maybe I'll just buy new clothes instead. 🤔
Day 3: The Road Ahead (and the Reality of Return Flights)
- 9:00 AM: Another "continental breakfast." Another existential crisis over the scrambled eggs.
- 10:00 AM: Packing (again!). The suitcase is looking… messier.
- 11:00 AM: Trying to find something interesting to do before my flight. Trying to use my phone, I drop my phone and lose it under the bed.
- 12:00 PM: Lunch! Another pizza place. This one was not as good as the first one.
- 1:00 PM: Return trip to the hotel.
- 2:00 PM: Trying to check the flight time, my phone dies.
- 3:00 PM: The inevitable return. Goodbye, Joliet! It's been… interesting. Maybe more interesting than I was expecting.
The Final Verdict:
Joliet: It wasn't what I expected. It was a mix of things, the boring and the exciting. I laughed, I cried (okay, maybe not cried), and I ate a lot of pizza. It was messy, imperfect, and utterly human. And that, my friends, is what makes a trip worth taking. Now, about that laundry… wish me luck!
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Okay, spill the beans! What makes these Joliet hotel deals so 'unbelievable'? Honestly.
Alright, alright, deep breaths. "Unbelievable" is a strong word, I know. But let me tell you, I've stayed at enough roadside motels across this great nation to know a sweet deal when I see one. Think about it: clean rooms (usually – more on that later!), free breakfast (always a plus!), and sometimes… sometimes they sneak in a pool that's actually somewhat clean! And the price? Well, let's just say I've seen deals that made me question if they accidentally left off a digit. Like, “Wait, are you SURE that’s the nightly rate?!” I'm a sucker for value, okay? And this place, the Best Western Plus North Joliet, they *often* deliver.
Is this Best Western Plus *really* "plus"? Or is that just marketing fluff?
Okay, so, "Plus" is a tricky one. It's not the Ritz, let's be clear. But it's definitely a step up from the bare-bones Best Westerns I’ve endured in the past. The rooms generally have a slightly more modern feel. Think… updated, not cutting-edge. They usually have a pool, which, as I mentioned, is a coin flip of cleanliness – sometimes it’s delightful, other times… well, let’s just say I wouldn't drink the water. But the little extras – the free Wi-Fi that *actually* works, the decent coffee in the morning, the fact that the air conditioning *usually* functions – those little things add up. It's a *plus* in my book, though, still watch your expectations, it's not a five-star experience. Got it?
Let's talk about the breakfast... Is it worth getting out of bed for? (And is it even *good* coffee?)
Oooooh, breakfast. The great breakfast debate. Okay, here's the truth: it's not gourmet. It's not going to win any awards. But it *is* free, and it *usually* has enough options to keep you from starving. We're talking your standard fare: waffles you can make yourself (always a fun, albeit messy, experience), scrambled eggs (sometimes a bit… rubbery), sausage (questionable origin, perhaps), and, crucially, COFFEE. And the coffee? Okay, again, not the best, but usually a decent caffeine delivery system. I’ve had worse, WAY worse. One time, I stayed at a place where the coffee tasted like burnt tires. This ain’t that. So, yes, I *usually* get out of bed for the breakfast. Plus, it’s a good way to meet the other travelers and judge their pajama game. (Judge… in a friendly, non-creepy way, of course.)
So, about those 'deals'... What kind of prices are we talking? Like, give me some actual examples!
Okay, so, deal specifics are always going to fluctuate. Seasonality, demand, they’re all factors. But I’ve personally snagged rooms at this Joliet Best Western Plus for anywhere between $70 and $90 a night. Sometimes even lower! That's for a decent room, people! Location is key too; it's a bit north (duh, in the name!), so it might not be dead-center downtown, but seriously… what's wrong with driving a little? I've seen weekend rates go up, naturally, and holidays are always pricier. But keep an eye on those off-season weeks... *that's* where the real magic happens. Subscribe to their email list, check different booking sites, compare, and be prepared to act fast! Because those deals, they disappear like free donuts at a convention.
Any horror stories? Because let's be real, it's a hotel. Something *must* have gone wrong.
Oh, you want the juicy stuff, huh? Alright. Well, let's get one thing straight: no hotel is perfect. No matter how great the deal. One time – and this still haunts me – the fire alarm went off at 3:00 AM. Turns out, someone burnt their popcorn in the microwave on *two separate floors*. The staff was, understandably, frazzled. Wandering around in my underwear, bleary-eyed and annoyed, was NOT how I envisioned my Joliet adventure. The other time, I walked into my room and there was... residue... on the bedspread. Let's leave it at that. But you know what? They fixed it. They apologized and cleaned. These things happen! But yeah, bring your own cleaning spray, and maybe some earplugs. Just in case.
What about the staff? Are they nice? Crucial if I'm dealing with a 3 AM fire alarm.
Honestly? The staff is usually pretty great. They've always been friendly, helpful. Sometimes they seem a bit… spread thin. I've seen some folks clearly stressed (understandable!), but they’re always trying their best. I have a soft spot for hotel staff, they’re the unsung heroes of travel. So, in my experience, yes. The staff are definitely on the 'nice' side of the spectrum. Plus, they usually have a good knowledge of the local area, so if you need a restaurant recommendation or directions, you're in good hands. Unless, you know, the microwave explodes again.
Okay, you've mentioned the pool a few times... What's the deal with the pool? Is it actually *usable*?
Ah, the pool. The *eternal* question. Look, it *is* a pool. It's… not always the most pristine pool I've ever seen. But hey, it's there! I’ve swum in it a few times. The water is usually… okay. Not murky, not sparkling, but definitely… swimmable. There was one time, though… Ugh, I don't even want to talk about it. Let's just say there was a significant amount of… *algae* involved. It was a green, gooey situation. Pretty sure I saw a small frog swimming in it. It's a gamble. Check it out before you commit! Honestly, sometimes I just skip the pool entirely and stick to the complimentary coffee and waffles. Much less potential for amphibian encounters.
Anything else I should know? Like, hidden fees or anything?
Hidden fees… *sigh*. Always a worry, right? Check the fine print, people! Generally, the Best Western Plus North Joliet is pretty transparent. They usually have parking fees, nothing outrageous, but still… something to be aware of. And sometimes, there might be pet fees (if you’reSerene Getaways
