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Escape to Arizona: Microtel Inn & Suites in Wellton - My Honest (and Slightly Chaotic) Take!
Alright, folks, buckle up. I’m about to spill the beans, the coffee, and maybe even the complimentary continental breakfast all over the Microtel Inn & Suites in Wellton, Arizona. This isn’t your sterile, corporate review. This is my review, warts and all. And let me tell you, after my (slightly) unexpected Arizona adventure, I’ve got a whole bunch of warts to share.
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(Let's Get Messy)
So, picture this: I’m driving across the desert, windows down, Radiohead blasting (because, you know, existential dread and sprawling landscapes go hand-in-hand). My car, bless its weary soul, is threatening to give out. And then… Wellton. Population? Apparently, enough to support a Microtel Inn & Suites. Score! Or so I thought.
Accessibility – A Mixed Bag (and I'm not even disabled!)
Let's start with a practical thing, shall we? Accessibility. I poked around a bit (okay, I looked at the website!) and found they have wheelchair accessible rooms. Good start! They also seem to have an elevator, which is essential if you're not keen on climbing stairs, and I am not. They should have facilities for disabled guests, too, which is good. The website does mention things like the exterior corridor situation, which can be a plus or a minus depending on what you're after. Honestly, I can't properly comment on what it's like for folks needing those specific features, but it appears they've thought through the basics.
Cleanliness and Safety – Okay, This Was Important, Right?
Okay, in a post-pandemic world, you expect cleanliness. And here, the Microtel tries. They boast about anti-viral cleaning products, daily disinfection in common areas, and rooms sanitized between stays. That's reassuring, right? Well, it felt clean. I mean, my own personal hygiene standards are… Well, let’s just say they’re flexible. But the room looked clean. They also had hand sanitizer readily available and the poor staff are clearly adhering to the physical distancing of at least 1 meter. This is a point that would have been a big deal previously.
The Room – My Personal Square of Freedom or… Isolation?
Okay, the room. The tiny, yet functional, room. It had the basics. Air conditioning (crucial in Arizona, trust me), a comfy (ish) bed, and a surprisingly decent refrigerator. Free Wi-Fi (thank goodness!) was blasting away. I mean, my internet can be a little temperamental, but I've had much worse. There was a desk, which I used for work, and a TV with a bunch of satellite/cable channels to veg out to. It also had complimentary bottled water. The bathroom was, well, a bathroom. Functional. Clean-ish. One bonus? The window that opens! Fresh desert air. Glorious. I also was thrilled by the smoke detector, because I do not want to die in a hotel fire!
The bathrobes weren’t exactly plush, and I wasn't expecting anything like the bathtub, but you get what you pay for.
For the Kids – Are You Traveling With a Mini-Me?
Hmm. Family/child-friendly? Maybe. They have a swimming pool [outdoor] (which is a major bonus in the desert heat) and the usual Kids facilities. I didn’t see a babysitting service, so you might be on your own there. So, if you're looking for a kid-centered paradise, this isn't it.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking – The Breakfast Debacle!
Ah, the breakfast. This is where things get… interesting. They offer Breakfast [buffet], a breakfast takeaway service, and even Asian breakfast (though I didn't see what that meant). Now, being of average size and with an appetite to match, I was excited. Ready to hit that buffet in restaurant! However…
It was… underwhelming. Think: pre-packaged pastries, stale cereal, and a juice that tasted suspiciously like sugar water. The coffee was passable. And the whole experience became a running joke. During the trip, I had coffee/tea in the restaurant, and there was a snack bar available. The staff were really trying, bless them. There was also a poolside bar. But I wasn't sold. I'm not sure that if there was an Asian cuisine in restaurant, that I'd be keen, to be honest.
Services and Conveniences – The Little Touches… or Lack Thereof?
They have a concierge, which is nice. They have daily housekeeping. They do provide laundry service. There's a convenience store for those last-minute snack attacks and they have luggage storage. The car park [free of charge] is essential. The air conditioning in the public area is vital. But, you know, nothing particularly remarkable. No dry cleaning or valet parking.
Things to Do, Ways to Relax – Beyond the Pool
The swimming pool was… well, it was refreshing. Needed. But the "spa" experience? Forget about it. No spa, sauna, or anything remotely luxurious. They do have a Fitness center, but I skipped that. This is the desert; explore it.
Getting Around – You’ll Probably Need a Car.
Car park [free of charge] is a must. They have car park [on-site]. If you don't have your own wheels, they also offer taxi service.
Internet – A Lifesaver (Mostly)
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! Praise be! The internet was decent, and I even got a signal from the Wi-Fi in public areas. This is something I always appreciate.
And the Verdict? It's Complicated…
Look, the Microtel in Wellton is not the Four Seasons. It’s not trying to be. It’s a budget-friendly, practical stopover. It’s a place to crash for a night or two while exploring the Arizona desert, hopefully after a long hot day in the sun.
The Good: Clean (ish), convenient, has a pool, free Wi-Fi, and relatively affordable. The Bad: The breakfast (oh, the breakfast!), not exactly luxurious, not a destination in itself.
Would I stay again? Probably. If I was driving cross-country and needed a safe, clean, and cheap place to lay my head, sure. But I'd pack my own snacks. And maybe a good book. And definitely some earplugs, just in case the desert wildlife gets a little rowdy. Overall, a decent enough choice in the middle of… well, the middle of nowhere. Just don’t expect a spa day. Or even a decent croissant. You've been warned!
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Okay, buckle up, buttercups. This isn't your average cookie-cutter travel itinerary. This is life in Wellton, Arizona, baby. At least, the life I'm gonna try and create while based at the Microtel Inn & Suites. Prepare for the ride…
Microtel Mishaps and Mojave Memories: A Wellton Wanderer's Wobbly Week
Day 1: Arrival and the Existential Dread of a Budget Hotel
- 1:00 PM: Arrive at Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX) – or, as I’m now calling it, “The Gateway to Sand and Regret.” Flight was…a flight. You know, the usual: screaming babies, questionable airplane food that looked suspiciously like reconstituted cardboard, and the existential dread of knowing you can't escape this metal tube for the foreseeable future.
- 3:00 PM: Rental car pick-up. I went with the cheapest compact possible. Praying it survives the Arizona heat. Also, praying I can remember where I parked. I'm already losing track of time and direction.
- 6:00 PM: Finally roll into the Microtel Inn & Suites. Ah, the faint scent of disinfectant and…something else… maybe stale air freshener? This is budget travel at its finest. They've got a pool. A pool! In the desert! I mean… yay? My room is… adequate. The TV remote is probably held together by sheer willpower. I'm half expecting a motel cat to stroll in at any minute.
- 7:00 PM: Dinner at a local spot (researching this one still, aiming for authentic, not just the nearest chain). Let's be honest, after a travel day, the word “authentic” starts to sound less appealing than “comfort food.” Hoping for some decent chili. The desert air makes me hungry.
- 8:30 PM: Unpack. Pretend to read a book. Stare out the window at the vast, empty desert and wonder what I've gotten myself into. This is where the real adventure begins, I think. Or maybe it’s where the boredom truly sets in.
Day 2: Desert Delights (and a near-miss with a tarantula)
- 7:00 AM: "Free" continental breakfast at the Microtel. The coffee is…well, it's coffee. The waffle maker is my nemesis. I'm pretty sure it judges me.
- 8:00 AM: Finally got out that waffle maker. Yay! I was worried that I'd be doomed to a breakfast of questionable cereal.
- 9:00 AM: Drive out to the Kofa National Wildlife Refuge. The brochure promised "stunning," "untamed" wilderness. The reality? Well, it's the desert. It's hot. It's mostly brown. And there's a certain stark beauty that slowly, oh so slowly, creeps into your soul.
- 10:00 AM: Hiking! Almost stepped on a tarantula. True story. My heart tried to escape through my throat. Lesson learned: Look down. Frequently.
- 12:00 PM: Picnic lunch in the shade of a particularly un-shady rock. The sandwiches got a little sandy, but hey, desert life. (Pro Tip: pack extra water. And maybe a change of underwear.)
- 2:00 PM: More exploring the desert. The silence is incredible. It hums. It whispers. It also makes you question everything you've ever known.
- 5:00 PM: Back to the hotel. Pool time! The water is cool. Ah, relief. I even managed a few laps – mostly because I was trying to drown out the voices in my head.
- 7:00 PM: Dinner at a local Mexican restaurant (researching this one). I'm craving some serious carbs and spice. Will report back on the chili situation. And the margaritas.
Day 3: The Truth About That Pool and the Mystery of the Missing Remote
- 7:00 AM: Failed at creating a decent waffle. Maybe I’m not a waffle person.
- 9:00 AM: Spent an hour in the lobby, hunting for the TV remote. Found it, wedged between two cushions. Seriously, why do they always disappear?
- 10:00 AM: So here's where it gets interesting. I should probably just let it all out - let the stream-of-consciousness flow, I think. I woke up this morning feeling… well, blah. The desert, despite its beauty, is a bit… much. The sheer emptiness can be overwhelmingly lonely. I missed connection. All the noise in my head, all the questions, all the… stuff… it felt like it was closing in on me.
- 11:00 AM: I did not have the energy to go out and explore. I just need to lie down, and shut my eyes, and try to find my inner voice again. Maybe, I thought, if I could remember why I came here in the first place.
- 12:00 PM: I went to the swimming pool. You know what? The water was green. I mean, slightly green. It also smelled heavily of chlorine. Suddenly, the idea of ‘relaxing’ in a pool that's likely seen every type of bacteria known to man did not appeal. And the kids running around were being… well, kids. Screaming, splashing, generally doing everything I don’t want to experience right now.
- 1:00 PM: Retreat! Back to the room, more or less defeated. I spent an hour staring at the ceiling, contemplating the meaning of life. Or, at least, the meaning of my life in Wellton.
- 2:00 PM: I should probably go out and do something. But where? What? I’m just… stuck. The room, as it turns out, isn’t quite the sanctuary I'd hoped. It’s just four walls, a bed, and the lingering scent of… loneliness. I’m really battling negative thoughts. That’s not good.
- 3:00 PM: So I did the only thing I could think of. I wandered to the vending machine. I got a bag of chips and a soda. And as I sat there, crunching on chips and staring at the desert, something shifted. It was a small something, mind you, but it was there.
- 4:00 PM: I decided to go for a walk. Just a walk around the block, just breathing in the air, and letting my feet lead the way. I think.
- 5:00 PM: I made a choice. To be okay with the silence. To appreciate the stark beauty. Maybe the adventure wasn't about what I saw, but what I felt, what I discovered. And in that moment, I felt like I could get through this. I am not alone.
- 7:00 PM: Back to that local spot for dinner. Yes, it was the same spot. But I appreciated it.
Day 4: Roadside Wonders and the Art of Doing Nothing (Sort Of)
- 7:00 AM: The waffle machine is still my enemy.
- 9:00 AM: I decide to drive to the next place. Take a drive down Route 80.
- 11:00 AM: It has a sort of forgotten beauty. Little towns, like lost whispers.
- 1:00 PM: Back to the Microtel.
- 2:00 PM: Nap. Nap time is the best.
- 3:00 PM: Contemplate life. Contemplate whether I should just go home.
- 4:00 PM: I took a deep breath, and decided to do nothing.
- 5:00 PM: Walk. Slow. Walk.
- 7:00 PM: Dinner.
Day 5: The Search for the Perfect Sunset (and Maybe a Little Self-Reflection)
- 7:00 AM: Attempted waffle. Fail.
- 9:00 AM: I'm gonna find the perfect sunset. I swear. This is the goal for today! I'm gonna find the ultimate Instagram-worthy shot. This has become a mission. I drive. The goal is to get out of my head, and just… be.
- 11:00 AM: Okay, this is beautiful. I found a vista. The desert is so vast, so… everything.
- 12:00 PM: Lunch.
- 1:00 PM: Okay, finding the perfect sunset is harder than I thought.
- 4:00 PM: The sun is starting to dip.
- 7:00 PM: SUCCESS! The sky exploded with color. It was more than just a sunset; it was an entire story, painted across the canvas of the sky.
- 7:30 PM: Dinner. I saw a shooting star. Maybe it was a sign.
Day 6: Farewell to Wellton (and the Waffles That Never Were)
- **7:0
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