Midland's BEST Extended Stay Hotel: Hawthorn by Wyndham!
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because we're diving headfirst into Hawthorn by Wyndham in Midland, Texas – and let me tell you, it's not your average extended stay. This isn't some sterile, beige box hotel review. This is the real deal, warts and all (hopefully not too many warts… though let's be honest, a good hotel review should have a few).
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My First Impression: Actually, Pretty Good (for Midland, Texas)
Pulling up to Hawthorn, I wasn't expecting the Taj Mahal. Let's be real, it's Midland. But the exterior was clean, the landscaping was… well, it was there, and the parking was plentiful (that's a big win in my book, especially after a long drive). The exterior corridor layout? Not my favorite aesthetically, but hey, it's practical for extended stays, easy access to the car, and honestly, kinda feels like a low-key apartment complex. I like this!
Accessibility – A Win (Mostly)
Okay, let’s talk accessibility. This is HUGE for a lot of people, and I appreciate that Wyndham takes this seriously. Wheelchair accessible rooms? YES! The website claims it, and I always appreciate a hotel that takes accessibility seriously. They also seem to have facilities for disabled guests. They also offer elevator which is a huge plus. Check with them directly, though; websites lie.
Rooms: My Home Away From Home (for a While)
The rooms themselves? They’re comfortable, efficient. I am a sucker for blackout curtains, and Hawthorn delivered. Oh, the sweet, sweet darkness. The extra-long bed was appreciated – being a bit taller myself, I’ve slept in my share of uncomfortable rooms in the past. Air conditioning that actually WORKS? Praise the lord! Coffee/tea maker in the room? Essential, especially after a long day of… well, whatever you're doing in Midland. You also have a refrigerator, which is great. The Wi-Fi [free] was surprisingly decent. It's free Wi-Fi in all rooms.
Cleanliness & Safety: The COVID Factor
Ah, the elephant in the room (or the hotel room, as it were). Hawthorn by Wyndham clearly takes COVID precautions seriously. Anti-viral cleaning products, rooms sanitized between stays, individually-wrapped food options for breakfast, and daily disinfection in common areas are all pluses. They also have hand sanitizer available, and staff are trained in safety protocol. A bit of room sanitization opt-out available, which is a nice touch for those who are feeling extra paranoid. Speaking of paranoid, I noticed CCTV in common areas and CCTV outside property which is always a good feeling from a security point of view.
Food, Glorious Food (and the Lack Thereof)
Now, this is where things get… interesting. The breakfast [buffet] is what you'd expect. Scrambled eggs, maybe some sausage, a few pastries. It's not gourmet, but it'll fill you up. They also offer breakfast takeaway service if you’re in a rush… and alternative meal arrangement if you're the particular type. They offer coffee shop, Coffee/tea in restaurant. The happy hour? Decent selection, depending on the night. Poolside bar -- there is always a great one!
- Imperfection Alert: Because I am a human and thus imperfect: the buffet situation can feel a little… repetitive. Especially if you're staying for more than a few days. But hey, it’s free!
Services and Conveniences: The Little Things That Matter
Daily housekeeping is a lifesaver, especially during an extended stay. The laundry service is a huge time-saver, and the on-site event hosting is a nice touch, if, uh, you need to throw a party in Midland. Cash withdrawal is also a great perk.
The Pool and Fitness Center: A Texas Oasis?
Okay, let's talk about the pool. The swimming pool [outdoor] is not huge, but it is refreshing, especially after a long day. The pool with view is a highlight. And, hey, don't forget the fitness center! It's small, but it has the basics – treadmills, weights, the whole shebang.
- Quirky Observation: The gym’s music choices were… questionable. But hey, it's a gym, not a concert hall. Get your workout in.
Getting Around: Wheels and More
Free car park [on-site]? Check! It's also helpful to have taxi service.
The Bottom Line: Is Hawthorn by Wyndham Midland the BEST Extended Stay?
Look, it's not a five-star resort. It’s a solid, reliable extended stay hotel, and that's what matters. It has a lot of things going for it: the free Wi-Fi, the kitchenette, the pool, the cleanliness, the comfortable rooms, and a friendly staff.
Now for the hard sell…
Hawthorn by Wyndham Midland's Awesome Offer: Your Extended Stay, Elevated!
Right now, book your extended stay at Hawthorn by Wyndham Midland and unlock exclusive perks!
- Upgrade on Arrival: If available, we'll do our best to give you a room on a higher floor with a view!
- Free Breakfast and Happy Hour: Enjoy complimentary breakfast and happy hour every day of your stay.
- Personalized Welcome gift: A bottle of water is waiting inside.
- Flexible Cancellation Policy: Because life happens, we've got you covered.
Why Should You Book?
Because Hawthorn by Wyndham Midland offers a home-away-from-home experience, with all the modern amenities you need. It's perfect for business travelers, families, or anyone looking for a comfortable and convenient extended stay option.
Book your stay today and experience the Hawthorn by Wyndham Midland difference. This is a great choice for an extended stay. I will be back!
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Okay, buckle up, buttercups. This ain't your grandma's meticulously planned itinerary. This is… my attempt at surviving a few days at the Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham in Midland, Texas. And trust me, it's going to be more chaotic than a tumbleweed in a tornado.
Midland, TX: Hawthorn Extended Stay – Survival Guide (aka My Sanity's Crumbling Itinerary)
Day 1: Arrival and the Unfolding of a Beige Nightmare
- 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: The Great Descent. Arrive at Midland International Airport (MAF). Okay, I know what you're thinking, "how exciting, an airport!" Well, let's be honest, airports are just purgatories with overpriced coffee and the faint smell of desperation. Grab a shuttle to the Hawthorn. Hopefully, the driver doesn't try to make small talk. I need a silent ride.
- 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Check-in and the Revelation. Find the Hawthorn Extended Stay. Pulling up, I'm already getting the vibes. You know, the "we're functional, not fancy" vibe. Check-in. Pray the desk clerk is human. (They are always exhausted, aren't they?) Hopefully, the room isn't facing the parking lot, because if I have to look at another pickup truck, I'm going to lose it.
- 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: The Room Assessment and the Quest for Caffeine. Unpack… sort of. The room. Ah, the room. Let's hope I don't immediately feel the urge to repaint the walls (probably beige). I need to assess the coffee situation. Oh, LORD, is the coffee machine going to work? Because the alternative is a desperate trek to the nearest gas station, and let's just say my social battery is already at 20%.
- 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: The Grocery Run of Doom. Ugh, the grocery store. The most annoying experience. Gotta go and purchase supplies. I'm talking snacks, something to make for some meals, and maybe a celebratory bottle of… something. If the local grocery store is out of my favorite chips, I might stage a protest.
- 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM: "Home" Alone and the Emotional Rollercoaster. Settle into my temporary prison, start watching some TV. It's the only way to cope. Get emotional about it. Maybe a movie? A cheesy rom-com. I need a total mood boost to combat the overwhelming beige-ness of my current situation.
- 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Dinner and Regret. Dinner time! Will I cook? Order in? The internal battle rages. I ordered a pizza. Okay, maybe the regret will set in later.
Day 2: Midland Through a Blur, and the Quest for Authentic Texan-ness
- 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM: The Morning After (and the Coffee Crisis). Pray the coffee situation is under control. Otherwise, prepare for an existential crisis. And maybe a second slice of pizza.
- 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: A "Cultural Experience". Decide to step out and do something cultural. The Permian Basin Petroleum Museum? Probably. I will try to go with an open mind, but let's see how I feel about this.
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch and the Tex-Mex Predicament. Where to eat? Is there good Tex-Mex in this town? That's the golden question. Will I brave the local watering holes? Or just give in to the allure of somewhere safe?
- 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Getting Lost… on Purpose. Drive… somewhere. Just get lost in the local roads. See what the local surroundings are like. Observe the town.
- 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM: The "Retail Therapy" Diversion. Check out some local shops. Find something silly to buy, maybe to distract myself
- 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM: The Evening's Undeniable Question. Dinner again. What will I eat? The possibilities! I am going to explore the town. Oh my god, I hope something is open.
- 7:00 PM - late: The Hawthorn's Embrace. Back to the hotel. This is it. This is the life. TV. Snacks. Maybe a bath? No, I'm too lazy.
Day 3: The Day My Sanity Might Return
- 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Coffee Conundrums and the Morning's Light. You know the drill. Coffee. Survival.
- 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM: The Great Farewell. Check out of the hotel. I have to do it. I'll miss it so much.
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: The Airport Shuffle. Back to the airport. Pray the flight is on time. Hope the people I'm sitting next to are not annoying.
- 12:00 PM - onwards: Liberation! Get home and enjoy all the things of home.
Important Notes:
- Flexibility is Key: This is a suggestion. Plans will change. Emotions will fluctuate. That's the beauty (and the chaos) of travel, right?
- Embrace the Awkward: Expect awkward encounters. Embrace them. They make the best stories.
- The Bathroom Situation: Always check the toilet paper situation.
- My Mood: May vary wildly. Don't judge.
- Mental Health Check: If I start talking to the inanimate objects in my room, someone send help.
This is it. Wish me luck. I'll need it. Especially because Texas. And beige. Send wine.
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Okay, so, Hawthorn Suites... Why Hawthorn by Wyndham in Midland? Is it *really* the "BEST"?
Alright, alright, settle down. BEST? Well, define “best,” right? Look, I've stayed in some dumps, I tell ya. Motels where you're pretty sure the bed's seen more action than a Hollywood casting couch, and the 'breakfast' consisted of a suspicious-looking donut from a vending machine. Hawthorn? It's got a *fighting* chance to reclaim your faith in extended stays. Midland isn't exactly, you know, a bustling metropolis teeming with luxury hotels. It's oil country. But for Midland? Yeah, I'd say Hawthorn's got a solid claim. Clean (mostly… more on that later), spacious rooms. Free breakfast (that's where they get you back, the donuts are plentiful!). And the staff, bless their hearts, they try. It's not the Ritz, people, but it's a damn sight better than sleeping in your car after a long day on the road. Just manage your expectations, like a good marriage. Always manage those darn expectations!
What's the deal with the rooms? Are they actually "extended stay" friendly? Because I'm not trying to live out of a suitcase for six months.
Yes, they are! Thank the sweet baby Jesus! Look, the rooms are a decent size. You actually have room to breathe, unlike some other places I've stayed where you felt like you were sharing a closet with a stranger and a questionable odor. They have full kitchens (a microwave is a lifesaver folks!) – fridge, stove, all that jazz. Makes cooking your own meals a hell of a lot easier (and healthier, hopefully, than eating gas station burritos every day!). The closet space isn't palatial, but it's manageable. You can unpack, which is KEY. You can kinda feel settled. I've had to work from those rooms, and it's been manageable. It's the little things, like a decent desk to work at. It's like... a temporary apartment, you know? You're not *camping*. And the beds? Pretty comfy, actually. I've slept worse, let's just say that. The pillows are kinda hit or miss, I always bring my own just in case, just a little tip!
Breakfast? Free Breakfast is always a deal-breaker. What's the lowdown?
Oh, the breakfast. This is a critical piece of the puzzle. Free breakfast is a *godsend* in extended stay situations. Hawthorn’s? Alright, let’s be real: it's not a culinary experience. It's… functional. They usually have scrambled eggs that are… well, they *look* like eggs. Sausage patties that are, again, edible. Cereal, yogurt, the usual suspects. The coffee is… coffee. Drinkable, but don't expect Starbucks. The bagels? Usually, they are still edible, although sometimes a little stale. But hey, it's FREE! Saves you money, and it's ready when you are, just don't be expecting the best gourmet experience in the world.
What about a pool or a gym? Gotta get my sweat on sometimes, you know?
Okay, the pool… it’s there. Sometimes it's open. Sometimes it's… closed. This isn’t exactly a luxury resort, ya know? It's more of a, “Hope it's open, and if it is, maybe it's clean enough to swim in” kind of situation. Check with the front desk, like, multiple times a day. The gym? Small. Very small. Think a treadmill, an elliptical, and maybe a weight machine that's seen better days. But hey, it’s better than nothing, right? It’s enough to work off some of the continental breakfast. If you've got serious fitness goals, maybe bring your own portable gym or something.
Do they have laundry facilities? Because I'm not about to hand-wash my socks in the sink.
Yes! Praise be! They do have laundry facilities. They’re usually… functional. Coin-operated, so bring your quarters. And be prepared to wait. Sometimes there's a laundry traffic jam, which is a serious first-world problem, I know. But still. It's so much better than lugging your dirty clothes to the laundromat. Pro tip: Go early in the morning! Before the oil rig workers descend. And maybe keep a bottle of your own detergent just in case, just in case the one that’s there is a little…thin.
Is there Wi-Fi? Because I need to work, and binge-watching Netflix is... essential.
Yes, there’s Wi-Fi. But… it's a hotel, so, temper those expectations. It’s decent for general browsing and emails. Sometimes it gets a bit… overloaded. Streaming can be a gamble. Prepare for occasional buffering. I’ve had some very frustrating moments trying to get a video call to work. And there's been some moments when the connection felt slower than a snail in molasses. So, be patient. Or, you know, bring a mobile hotspot, if you're a serious streamer. But it usually works well enough to keep you connected to the world, and to download your favorite series for when it goes down.
What's the parking situation like? I don't want to spend half my life looking for a spot.
Parking's… fine. Usually. It's not a huge lot, but it's generally enough. But some weekends, it gets a bit tight, especially when there's a big event in town. I once had to park, like, a block away. It wasn't ideal. So, don't arrive super late at night, if you can help it. Otherwise, it’s not a big deal. And it’s free, which is always a bonus!
Do they allow pets? Because my chihuahua, Mr. Bigglesworth, comes everywhere with me.
Yes, they are pet-friendly! Hooray for Mr. Bigglesworth! But there are fees, and probably some breed restrictions because, you know, hotels. Always call and double check. And be a responsible pet owner. Clean up after your furry friend. Please. I don’t want to step in anything on the way to the coffee machine in the morning. This is important! Keep it clean, people!
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