Unbelievable Bordentown Getaway: Candlewood Suites Review (Trenton Near!)
Unbelievable Bordentown Getaway: Candlewood Suites – Honestly, Trenton Near and Pretty Darn Good (Mostly)
Alright, buckle up buttercups, because you're about to dive into my unfiltered take on the Candlewood Suites in, ahem, Trenton Near Bordentown. Let me tell you, writing this review is a bit like wrestling a particularly stubborn octopus – there's just so much to cover. But hey, at least I can assure you, you won't find any fluff here, only the raw, unvarnished truth about my stay.
First Impressions (and a Deep Sigh of Relief about Accessibility):
Finding a truly accessible hotel can feel like searching for the holy grail, so I was thrilled the Candlewood Suites ticked a bunch of boxes. Wheelchair accessible? Check! They've got elevators, ramps, and rooms designed with mobility in mind. Huge win for accessibility, and a massive weight off my shoulders. They even boast about facilities for disabled guests, which… well, you hope they do, right?
The exterior corridor setup initially threw me – felt kinda motel-y, but hey, it's functional. And speaking of function, the 24-hour front desk is a lifesaver. You know, when you arrive at 3 AM after a particularly long drive and desperately need to collapse into a bed? Yeah, that.
Cleanliness and Safety - It’s Getting Serious Now (and I’m Mostly Okay With It):
Okay, let's get serious, because after all, we are in a post-pandemic world. I’ll admit, I spent a good 20 minutes examining the room. I will say the Candlewood Suites were impressive on the cleanliness front. The rooms sanitized between stays, the professional-grade sanitizing services, and the staff trained in safety protocol made me breathe a sigh of relief. Seeing hand sanitizer everywhere, and knowing they use anti-viral cleaning products was a big plus. I appreciated that they have so many hygiene certifications and individually-wrapped food options to start with. I saw the daily disinfection in common areas, and it was a comforting. No, I didn't go digging for dust bunnies. But the overall feeling was, "Okay, I (probably) won't contract anything nasty here." The room sanitization opt-out available is a nice touch, too, if you're, you know, that kind of person.
The Room Itself – My Oasis (or Maybe Just a Decent Watering Hole):
Let's be honest, the room is where you spend most of your time. And the Candlewood Suites offer a solid foundation. Non-smoking rooms are a must (duh). The air conditioning actually worked, which is more than can be said of some hotels I've stayed in (I’m shuddering at the memory). Having a desk to work at was crucial. The included complimentary tea and coffee are fantastic, allowing me to keep myself caffeinated.
Now, let’s talk about the bathroom. The separate shower/bathtub situation was a bonus. And the hair dryer actually provided some heat! They had the basic toiletries, and clean towels.
The Wi-Fi was generally robust. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! They were not joking around that. And I could connect to the internet without pulling my hair out. The desk was practical. The Blackout curtains helped me catch up sleep after a 10-hour road trip.
I’ll admit, I did give the extra long bed a whirl, just to stretch out after the drive. The bed was comfortable, not five-star luxury, but good enough to get some sleep.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking – Where Things Get…Variable:
Ah, the food. Here’s where things get a little… interesting. The Candlewood Suites offer some standard amenities, but don't expect a Michelin-star experience.
There’s a convenience store. This is great for snacks, drinks, and things you’ve inevitably forgotten (like, say, a toothbrush).
No on-site restaurant or bar, which is a drawback if you're looking for a quick bite or a pre-dinner cocktail. The breakfast [buffet] seems to be nonexistent, and it's mostly breakfast takeaway service. Nothing fancy.
Services and Conveniences – The Perks, The Perks…
They have laundry service. Hallelujah! The hotel offers daily housekeeping, and they have dry cleaning, which is another bonus if you’re there for the long haul. The concierge service is available, although I didn’t use it.
And, let's not forget the car park [free of charge]. Huge win! You won’t have to worry about parking fees.
Things to Do – Bordentown and Beyond:
While the hotel itself isn't overflowing with activities, it’s a fine home base for exploring the Bordentown area.
For the Kids – Family/Child Friendly:
If you’re traveling with kids, the Candlewood Suites offer some family/child friendly amenities. Babysitting service is available.
In the End – Would I Go Back?
Look, the Candlewood Suites isn't the Ritz. It's a solid, reliable option for a relatively budget-conscious stay. It’s clean, accessible, and generally well-maintained. It’s not the prettiest place, but it's practical.
Here’s the Deal:
For the traveler who needs a clean, safe, and accessible hotel near Bordentown, with the basics covered, I'd say – definitely consider the Candlewood Suites. It’s not glamorous, but it works. Plus, they're usually a pretty good value.
Book Your Unbelievable Bordentown Getaway NOW! (and Get a Free… Snack?):
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Here's what you get:
- Peace of Mind: Guaranteed cleanliness and safety protocols.
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible rooms and facilities.
- Convenience: Free Wi-Fi, on-site parking, and essential amenities.
- Great Value: Comfortable rooms at competitive prices.
Book now and we will be offering you a complimentary snack from the convenience store when you arrive! (Because let's face it, everyone needs a little fuel after a long drive).
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Okay, here we go. Buckle up, buttercups. This ain't your grandma's meticulously planned itinerary. This is… well, this is me, in Bordentown-Trenton, trying to survive a trip. And honestly? I'm already a little cranky.
Trip Title: Bordentown Blues & Trenton Trials (and Maybe Triumph? We'll See.)
The Goal (or Lack Thereof): To get out of my own head for a few days. Also, eat some good food. And hopefully not explode from boredom.
Day 1: Arrival & The Candlewood Conundrum
3:00 PM: Arrive at the Candlewood Suites Bordentown-Trenton By IHG. Okay, first impressions…it's…beige. So much beige. It's like living inside a giant, slightly depressing cookie. Check-in was fine, the front desk lady was nice enough but I think she might have been judging my travel outfit choice. (Loose-fitting cargo pants? Comfort over style, baby!)
- Anecdote: Finding the "hotel" was tougher than I thought. Google Maps kept rerouting me through residential areas. I nearly ended up in someone's driveway, which would have been an amazing story, but alas, I found the cookie-colored promised land.
3:30 PM: Unpack. Or, more accurately, toss my backpack onto a chair and vow to deal with the logistical nightmare of my suitcase later. The "kitchenette" – which is really just a microwave and a tiny fridge – stares at me. It's like it's mocking my complete lack of cooking skills.
4:00 PM: Stroll - shuffle is more accurate - around the hotel. The gym is so sad looking. I can just feel the treadmills silently judging me. I take photos to document it!
5:00 PM: The food search begins. This is crucial, people. Vital. My stomach is rumbling like a disgruntled lion. I head to my phone and get my head around finding good food. I find a place called Taco Loco. I can hear my stomach rumbling.
5:30 PM: ETA to Taco Loco, the drive goes fine, and I get there. I'm famished.
- Anecdote: I'm getting out of the car and wham the bell rings and the food is ready, I smile, I pay and get back into the car, driving back to the hotel.
6:00 PM: Dinner at the hotel. Taco Loco was alright, I ordered a lot more than I could eat…
- Emotional Reaction: So tired. All I want to do is watch something and get some sleep.
7:00 PM: Watch TV - I watched a reality show that was so dumb I thought my brain would melt. Then, I ended up watching a documentary.
8:00 PM: Bedtime. I think. I'm just going to lay down and see what happens.
Day 2: Trenton's Triumphs & Train Tracks (Maybe Not Triumphs)
- 8:00 AM: Wake up. Not refreshed. I'm convinced my mattress is slowly, relentlessly sinking into the floor. Ugh. Coffee first. Crucial.
- 8:30 AM: Coffee and staring at the wall. Contemplating the meaning of life. (Spoiler: I haven't found it yet.)
- 9:00 AM: Decide to embrace the Trenton adventure. Okay, maybe adventure is a strong word. Let's call it, "exploring." I'm going to go to the Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie. Sounds fancy. Maybe it will distract me from the beige.
- 9:30 AM: Drive to Trenton. The drive isn't terrible, though the GPS lady sounds increasingly annoyed.
- Quirky Observation: Did you know there are an astounding number of potholes in New Jersey? It's like the state is in a constant state of minor geological upheaval.
- 10:00 AM: Arrive at the museum. I like the building. Beautiful. I explore the museum.
- Emotional Reaction: I really liked the old stuff. It was nice to see.
- 12:00 PM: Lunch. I find a casual place.
- Anecdote: I go and eat the food, then I drive back to the hotel.
- 1:30 PM: Nap time. This is key.
- 3:00 PM: A walk. I want to get some fresh air.
- Rambling: I like walking. It's quiet and I can think sometimes, and other times I find myself thinking about ridiculous things.
- 5:00 PM: The food search begins. Again. I go to get this food, and it's really good.
- Opinionated Language: The food was brilliant. One of the best things I've had in a while.
- 6:00 PM: Dinner at the hotel. Again. I'm getting used to this.
- Emotional Reaction: I'm super exhausted.
- 7:00 PM: Watch TV.
- 8:00 PM: Sleep.
Day 3: Departure and Dissatisfaction (or, Maybe, a Tiny Bit of Joy?)
- 8:00 AM: Wake up. Okay, less beige, more… gray? The hotel room is starting to feel claustrophobic. I need to get out.
- 8:30 AM: Coffee. Obviously. I take an obscene amount of creamer. No regrets.
- 9:00 AM: Final pack. It's a disaster. I'm convinced I'll be finding stray socks in this suitcase for months.
- 9:30 AM: Check out. The front desk lady is still nice. I actually feel a vague sense of relief leaving the beige behind.
- Anecdote: I swear, I think the hotel staff is intentionally keeping the thermostat on "Arctic Blast."
- 10:00 AM: Depart.
- Emotional Reaction: I'm not sure if I'm happy. I enjoyed the trip, I guess? Definitely, I would definitely do it again.
- 11:00 AM: Drive Home.
- Final Thoughts: Well, that was something. Beige, food, museums, and the near-constant hum of being slightly bewildered. Would I recommend this trip? Maybe. If you're looking for an experience that's more "real life" than "picture-perfect," then, yeah, go for it. Just pack plenty of coffee and a good sense of humor. And maybe earplugs. Just in case.
Okay, spill the tea! Is Candlewood Suites - Bordentown/Trenton *really* a "getaway"? I need the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth, so help me, Travel Gods!
Alrighty, buckle up, buttercup, because this ain't a polished travel brochure. "Getaway" might be a *slight* overstatement. Let's face it, you're basically in a… well, a *place*. But, and this is a big BUT (and I like big buts and I cannot lie…), a getaway *can* happen anywhere, right? It's about escaping the *every day*. And from my experience? Sometimes the most hilarious, unexpected, and deeply cathartic mini-breaks happen in the most… let's say, *unassuming* locations. So, is it a tropical paradise? Nope. Is it a budget-friendly haven that delivers on its promise? Read on, my friend, read on… I will say one thing tho, I'll definitely be telling you about the *ding* that happened to the car on the way back! Ooof.
Let's cut to the chase: The Rooms! Are they actually *livable*? Show me the truth, even if it's ugly! Like that time I stayed at the… well, let's just say it had *issues*.
Okay, the rooms. Here's my brutally honest take: They are functional. Think "efficient apartment, just with the amenities of a hotel." And that, my friends, is sometimes *exactly* what you need. It's not the Ritz, people. Don't go expecting gold-plated faucets (though, honestly, that would make a fantastic story). The kitchen area is a lifesaver - I can't even *tell* you how many sad, beige, lukewarm breakfasts I've choked down at hotel continental breakfasts. Here? You can, theoretically, make your *own* sad, beige breakfast! But at least it's *your* sad, beige breakfast. And the fridge is *huge*. I mean, seriously, I could probably store a small family in that thing. (Disclaimer: I don't recommend trying that.) My only real gripe? The lighting can be a bit… *clinical*. Like, am I being filmed for a hospital documentary? But hey, pop a few candles, crack open the fridge, maybe a bottle of wine, and the 'clinical' aspect softens into something… cozier. Maybe.
The Location, Location, Location! Bordentown/Trenton… is there *literally* anything to do besides staring at a wall? Be honest, please.
Alright, let's talk about the neighborhood. Bordentown itself is… quaint. Very quaint. I mean, if you're into antique shops and charming little streets, *bingo*. I had a lovely wander around some places, got a coffee, and felt very… local. Trenton? Okay, it's… diverse. There's the Trenton Battle Monument, which is pretty damn cool if you’re into history, and some decent eateries. The proximity to things *is* pretty good, honestly. You're not driving hours to get to a decent restaurant, or a grocery store. It's all… accessible. But, and it's a *big* but, this isn't the place to go expecting a vibrant nightlife scene. Unless you count a well-stocked fridge a vibrant nightlife scene, which *I* do. (Wine, cheese, and a good book? Peak entertainment, right there).
Okay, so the amenities. Spill the tea! The gym? The "free" breakfast (because we *all* know that's a lie!) Spill, I beg you!!
The gym… *laughs hysterically*. Okay, so it’s there. It *technically* exists. I’m guessing a gym hamster might be in the best shape after a week spent in that place, and that hamster may not even exist. It's compact. Let's just leave it at that. The "free" breakfast? This is where things get interesting. See, it's not a continental breakfast. There *isn't* any free breakfast. But its got a store you can purchase some of the items you want. Its alright.
The Staff! Are they human? Do they smile? Are they helpful, or am I doomed to a life of passive-aggressive interactions? (I've met some hotel staff, I can tell you…)
Okay, the staff. This is where this place *shines*. Honestly. The staff *were* human. They *smiled*. They were genuinely helpful. They didn't have that glazed-over, "I-hate-my-job" look which, let's face it, we've *all* encountered. I had a little… issue with the TV remote (I'm technologically inept, what can I say?). They fixed it immediately, with a smile. That kind of small act made a massive difference. It's the little things, people. The *little* things.
The "Worst" Experience? Did something go horribly wrong? Did you have a meltdown? Come on, dish! Inquiring minds want to know the juicy bits!
Alright, the "worst" experience? Hmm… well, there isn't one huge, cataclysmic disaster. The "worst" thing was, well, it's actually pretty mundane. It was during the trip *back* home. The car was parked. I had spent the trip making notes, enjoying the peace and quiet. On the road home, I managed to accidentally… *ding* my car. It wasn't a huge dent, but it was noticeable. I'm a terrible driver. So, yep. That was the worst. But hey, at least I had a nice place to stay the night before! And the staff were not the ones involved!
Would you go back? Give me the cold, hard truth. Or are you secretly plotting your escape now?
Would I go back? You know what? Probably. Look, it's not a luxury resort. It's a functional, clean, and relatively affordable place to stay. And sometimes comfort and practicality are the *exact* things you need. If I was ever faced with another trip for the same price that included everything mentioned previously, I'd probably choose this over other places, just for the kitchen, and the quietness of the place and the kind staff. Plus, you know, that really good wine I found that went perfectly with the cheese, which I'd obviously buy again. And honestly, after the *ding*, it was nice to have a chill place to come back to. So yeah, I'd go back. Just, you know, very, *very* carefully.
