This is, by FAR the WORST "hotel" we've ever stayed in. It was filthy, smelly, old and had TINY bathrooms. Our bathroom was so small the door only opened 1/2 way before it hit the filthy tub. The higher ratings from previous "guests" MUST have been left by employees. Spend a few extra dollars for a different hotel and STAY AWAY from this one!

The location was great, literally minutes away from mall of America. 20-30 minutes away from many other attractions such as the zoo, chutes and ladders, Grand Rios water park ect. The bed was very uncomfortable, our shower, TV, TV remote, one of the side lamps, bathroom ceiling fan and sink faucet didn't work. I ended up getting charged twice for the room, once from Travel agency, and once form the front desk clerk at check in, which still hasn't been refunded properly. It was extremely loud from overhead planes and cars from the highway.For the price all was expected, it was cheap and it was dingy. I would rather spend more money and stay somewhere more comfortable and quiet. Not to rant, but Travel agency was 40.00 more for our 2-night stay than it would have cost us just to book through another travel agency...Now I know 40.00 isn't a lot of money, but that could of been a much needed tank of gas.

We stayed there to take advantage of the park and fly program, and just loved it! The car was safe, and so were we! I went to their website and looked... And we got exactly what was promised us. I was a little apprehensive about the clerk wanting to hold the car keys for park and fly, but it turned out ok, nothing happened. It's just like leaving them with a valet! I read the reviews on this site and others (ones that were really bad were more than a year old... Not at all accurate anymore). The point is that it's not the Taj Mahal and never promised to be! It's a great little place, comfortable, clean and great for the money. And for you people complaining about Breakfast, get over it! If you sold rooms for $60 a night would you also have an omelet bar? Let's be reasonable. This Travelodge has the same breakfast as all the other Travelodges. How do I know? I went to the Travelodge website and looked it up! Anytime anyone books a hotel, they should be going to the website of the hotel itself when possible. Then you wouldn't be shocked to see that you're staying at the Ritz Carlton. Also, it's manned by HUMANS. Let's be reasonable, ok?

I don't know what all this fuss is about. This was a WONDERFUL place! I was treated very nicely by the nice woman behind the counter, and the hansome young man that works evenings. They were both very attentive, and I was very difficult to deal with. I did not have a single problem with the pool, the other facilities, anything in my room, or any of it. I also stayed at the Courtyard down the street on another trip and it was a dump. There was mold growing on the ceiling, and when there was no power when I was there, the one elevator went dark and the other was completly offline. I spent $139/night to sit in the dark! I'll take this hands down! At least they don't offer less than they promise! If you do come here, just don't expect more than you pay for. It is a budget property, which is why the price is reasonable. In speaking with the desk clerks, I learned that this is a francised property. That means that Travelodge corporate doesn't fund the property, the property funds Travelodge corporate. There is no wealthy executive in a suit somewhere, the owner of this property works seven day weeks. The staff is not perfect, they're humans, and so are all of you.

I stayed here and gave it a chance even though all these spoiled people rushed to judgement it online. I receieved excellent service at a fair price. I did not have a problem with Parking or the pool (and honestly, anyone who is THAT concerned about the pool? It's a non issue! It's a puddle!). The hot tub was as hot as would be safe considering that little kids use the common facilities. My room did not have a tub, and that's a FINE thing. Baths are wasteful and bad for the environment, and tubs are harder to clean. If you want a room with a tub, get a spa suite for what one of those costs at a ritzy dive! This motel is EXACTLY that, and it's a LOT cheaper than the classy ripoff joints surrounding it, and as for extra towels: Oh well! Perhaps a little patience is in order? I didn't have a problem, They are NOT perfect and neither are you! So if you're looking to stay at a ritz carlton, then stay at one. Don't badmouth a budget property because it's a budget property! As for the parking scenario, it HAPPENS. Things don't always go smoothly. This is what is called LIFE.