Longmont's Hidden Gem: Wyndham Super 8 Del Camino Review (Firestone, CO)!
Longmont's "Hidden Gem" (Maybe Not): A Super 8 Del Camino Review - Firestone, CO - Buckle Up, Buttercups!
Alright folks, let's be honest. When you see "Super 8" and "Firestone, CO," your expectations probably aren’t sky high. Still, I ventured into the somewhat mysterious realm of the Wyndham Super 8 Del Camino, hoping against hope for a pleasant surprise. I figured, hey, maybe it's a diamond in the rough, a budget-friendly underdog with a secret spa and a winning personality. Did I find a hidden gem, or just a rock? Let’s untangle this stay, one dirty towel at a time.
The Vibe Check: Accessibility and Getting Around (and the General "Meh")
First off, the location. Del Camino is… well, it's in Firestone. Which basically means you're close to Longmont (and maybe a decent BBQ joint, fingers crossed?). Accessibility? The website claims to offer facilities for disabled guests. Yay! (But I didn’t test it, so take that with a grain of Firestone-grade salt). There is car parking [free of charge] - essential, because, let’s face it, you're not exactly strolling around this area. Airport transfer? Nope. You're on your own, buddy. Taxi service, maybe, but you'd better call ahead. The general "getting around" vibe? Suburban sprawl. Get your car ready.
The "Rooms, Glorious Rooms" - Where the Adventure Begins (or Doesn't)
Let's dive deep, shall we? Into the trenches of the room itself. My room? Well, it had Air conditioning. Thank goodness. It gets hot. It had Internet access – wireless (thank the tech gods!) – and it was free! Wi-Fi [free] in all rooms! Hallelujah! I'm connected!
Now, the details… The linens? Eh, functional. The towels… I think they'd seen better days. Seriously, they were thin. Like, "wipe your face and hope it disappears" thin. However the bathtub was there and was clean, the shower was functional. The coffee/tea maker… well, it looked like it worked, but the coffee tasted faintly of sadness and regret. There was a refrigerator, which was vital for my emergency stash of… well, let's just say important things. My emergency stash of chocolate, which, you understand is vital to my emotional well-being. Overall, the room decorations are non existent, no surprises there. The windows that opens… was nice, but I wish it was a bit higher in the room from the ground. The Alarm clock was there, but I trust my phone more. The closet was basic, and the desk was functional. They had a Hair dryer and ironing facilities.
The "Cleanliness and Safety" Tango – Did They Actually Sanitize?
Okay, this is where things got a little… concerning. They claim they have Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection in common areas, and Rooms sanitized between stays. They also mentioned Hand sanitizer. But, honestly? There were some lingering dust bunnies that suggested a more casual approach to deep cleaning. The Staff trained in safety protocol was good to hear, I really hope. Safe dining setup was there also, a positive. I saw the usual fire safety stuff – Fire extinguisher, Smoke alarms. The security [24-hour] made me at least feel slightly safer. Still, I'd say bring your own Lysol wipes – just in case. They had a Check-in/out [express] they were at least trying to keep things quick.
The "Dining, Drinking, and Snacking" Experience – Prepare Your Taste Buds
Alright, buckle up for the culinary adventure that is the Super 8 Del Camino. They offer a Breakfast [buffet]. Breakfast [buffet] often sounds amazing. The reality? It resembled a food fight that had lost. Think rubbery scrambled eggs, questionable sausage patties, and a selection of processed pastries that screamed, "We’re here to fuel you, not to delight you!" The Coffee/tea in restaurant was at least there. Some Bottle of water, there. There’s a Coffee shop. Snack bar. Outside? You're on your own. No restaurants on site. There's a Poolside bar, but it's not open, and the Pool with view… is not a view. it's the parking lot.
Services and Conveniences – The "It's Trying" Department
The hotel has a convenience store. Laundry service (very important for traveling!). Air conditioning in public area (thank goodness!). There’s a Concierge (probably). Daily housekeeping, but see my comments on cleanliness, above. They offer Cash withdrawal and Currency exchange. They offer Luggage storage. The front desk [24-hour], is a lifeline in the middle of the night. The elevator is a plus. The rest? Well, they tried.
Things to Do (and Maybe Get Bored Doing Them)
Right, let's be brutally honest. This ain't exactly a vacation destination. They have a Fitness center, but to be frank, it was more like a room with a treadmill that might have worked, and some dumbbells that looked older than me. The hotel is close to a lot of locations.
Accessibility
I didn't have the chance to assess this in depth, so these are only assumptions
- Wheelchair accessible – while they claim to have facilities, I'd recommend calling and verifying details before booking.
- Facilities for disabled guests – see above.
The Emotional Gut Punch – Did I Love This Place?
Look, I’m a realist. I wasn’t expecting a Ritz-Carlton. But the Super 8 Del Camino… it’s a functional place to crash for a night or two. It’s not winning any awards. It's not particularly charming. It’s not a “hidden gem.” It's a Super 8. Sometimes, that’s all you need, right? A roof over your head, a semi-clean room, and some questionable coffee. But don't go expecting a spa retreat. Go expecting… well, a Super 8. Temper your expectations, and you might just survive. Or, like me, you might end up writing a brutally honest review fuelled by cheap coffee and a lingering sense of "meh."
My Verdict: It's a 'meh' from me, dawg. 2.5 stars, and I'm being generous.
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Alright, buckle up buttercups! This ain't your sanitized brochure itinerary. This is… me, planning a trip to Super 8 Longmont-Del Camino Firestone, CO. And honestly? The sheer glamour of it all is already overwhelming.
Day 1: The Ascent (and the Slight Descent into Reality)
- Morning (Let's call it "Slightly After I Wake Up That Day" - because who actually wakes up early on vacation?): Okay, let's be honest, the planning phase is my favorite. I'm picturing myself, a vision in… sweatpants? Yeah, sweatpants. At the kitchen table, coffee in hand, map spread before me. Except, the map is usually Google Maps on my phone because, hello, 2024. Anyway, the plan is loosely to get to Colorado. The how is still being worked out. Driving? Flying? Hitchhiking on a particularly friendly llama? TBD.
- Afternoon (The Pre-Firestone Frenzy): Whatever transportation I choose, I'm pretty sure it'll involve some sort of minor (or major) delay. Like, "Oh crap, did I pack my… socks?" And the frantic unpacking/repacking dance commences. Then the obligatory "I'm going to be late for my flight/train/llama ride" panic. But hey, that's part of the fun, right? Right? (Please say yes, because otherwise, I'm doomed.)
- Evening (Arrival! (Maybe)): Touchdown in Firestone/Longmont/the general vicinity! The glorious neon glow of the Super 8 beckons. Ah, the promise of a lukewarm continental breakfast and a questionable pool. I'm already feeling the good vibes. Check-in. Unpack – which, based on my packing habits, is more like a glorious explosion of clothes and toiletries across the already questionable mattress. Note to self: Pack a Lysol can.
- Night (The Pizza and the Parking Lot Ponder): Dinner? Gotta be pizza. The most depressing, delicious pizza I can find nearby. Maybe a late-night wander around the parking lot of the Super 8. You know, soaking in the ambiance. There's a certain lonely beauty to those flickering parking lot lights, the distant hum of the highway… I'm getting sentimental already! Actually, let's be real, I'll probably be exhausted, fall asleep immediately, and wake up at 3 AM wondering if I locked the car.
Day 2: Del Camino Delights (and the Potential for Debacle)
- Morning (The Questionable Breakfast Hour): Coffee. That's the mission. The Super 8 breakfast is a mythical beast of questionable quality. The breakfast bar is usually a buffet of sadness, but it is free – so I guess I'll suffer through it.
- Mid-Morning (The Firestone Expedition): Okay, let's be honest, Firestone isn't exactly known for its… excitement. But! I'm going to try. I'll locate some quirky local stores, or just drive around, windows down, blasting some terrible 80s power ballads.
- Afternoon (Double-Down on Perfection… er, I mean, the Imperfections): There is a specific grocery store that seems enticing. Maybe it is the bright lights of the supermarket, the fluorescent glow, reminding me of my childhood. I may head back to the Super 8 to relax and re-imagine a more exciting experience somewhere.
- Evening (The Repeat Performance and the Existential Questions): Dinner, maybe at a chain restaurant that I've always wanted to try. Back to the Super 8 for evening reflection. A little Netflix and I may write in my journal. I'll ponder the meaning of life (or perhaps just the best way to get the stain out of that questionable pillowcase).
Day 3: The Longmont Farewell (or, "Goodbye, Sweet Super 8, You Sleazy Slice of Heaven")
- Morning (Breakfast… Again?): Another continental breakfast? I might just weep. But, hey, at least I'm getting my money's worth of artificially flavored fruit and questionable pastries.
- Morning (The Last Dregs): A quick sweep of the room to retrieve my socks (remember those?). Final check-out. One last lingering glance at the Super 8, a bittersweet goodbye.
- Afternoon (Departure and the Reflections of the Road): The drive out of town. I'm going to reflect on the trip as I go. Maybe I made some meaningful connection. Or, maybe I just spent the weekend existing in a purgatory of beige-colored rooms and questionable coffee.
- Evening: Home (and the bittersweet realization of a job well done): Arrive home, exhausted, slightly disoriented, but ultimately content. It was perfect, full of imperfections. I'll start planning the next one before I even unpack.
Post-Trip Reflections (Because I am, at heart, a deeply introspective individual):
- The Highs: The sheer freedom of it all. The chance to escape the everyday grind. The opportunity to eat pizza, and nobody can stop me.
- The Lows: Possibly the breakfast. Oh, and the potential for total boredom.
- The Lessons Learned: Pack extra socks. Never underestimate the power of a good playlist. Embrace the weirdness of it all. And remember, even in the dreariest of Super 8s, there's always a story to be found.
So there you have it. My trip to the Super 8. Wish me luck. I'll need it.
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Wyndham Super 8 Del Camino (Firestone, CO) - The Definitive, Honest FAQ You *Actually* Need
Okay, let's be real. What *is* the Wyndham Super 8 Del Camino? Is it a portal to another dimension? Or just a Super 8?
Alright, buckle up. It's technically the Wyndham Super 8 Del Camino... in Firestone, Colorado, which, for the record, is *technically* Longmont's neighbor. Don't @ me, Longmont locals. Think of it like a… budget-friendly haven. Or a slightly less budget-friendly haven, depending on the day. And the state of the continental breakfast. More on that later. No, not a portal. Unless you consider the portal to a slightly less glamorous reality a dimension. It’s a Super 8. With… character.
The reviews… they’re a mixed bag. What's *actually* the *vibe* of this place? Is it haunted? Are the mattresses actual bricks?
Okay, the vibe… Let's just say it’s… *experienced*. Remember your grandma's house? Not the *super* clean, magazine-worthy grandma's house. The one with the slightly musty air, the perpetually malfunctioning lamp, and the faint scent of… something indescribable? Yeah. It’s like that, only with more highway noise. And, okay, yes, the mattresses are… firm. Let's leave it at that. As for haunted? I didn't see any ghosts, but I did swear I heard some rhythmic banging from the room next door one night. Could've been… anything. *shudders*. And the vibe? Budget-friendly. Expectations need to be tempered accordingly. It’s not the Ritz. It’s… a place to lay your weary head after a long drive and maybe, *maybe* catch some Zzz's.
Let's talk amenities. The website promises… things. Do they actually deliver? Especially the breakfast... Spill the tea!
Ah, the *amenities*. The siren song of promises! They *offer* things. Whether those things *appear* is… variable. The pool? Looked inviting in the pictures. Actually being *open*? A roll of the dice. The "fitness center"? Picture a treadmill that looks like it's seen more miles than a seasoned trucker and a couple of free weights that might be… rusty? The breakfast... Ah, breakfast. Continental, they call it. Sometimes, there are waffles (if you're quick! And if the waffle maker decides to cooperate). Cereal, bagels (sometimes), and the coffee... Let's just say, it's *coffee*. Fuel. You *will* need fuel. The best part? The fleeting camaraderie of fellow weary travelers, all gathering around the same, slightly-lacking breakfast buffet. Bonding over a shared struggle for a half-decent pastry. That's gold, folks. Pure, slightly-stale, gold.
Okay, specific experiences. What's the *single* most memorable thing that happened to you there? GIVE IT TO ME!
Alright. Buckle in. This is the story of the Great Motel Mystery of Room 217. I remember, so clearly, arriving. Long drive, needed sleep. Checked in. Key card fiasco, naturally, the magnetic strip was clearly having a 'day'. Finally got in. Room 217. Smell of… well, we've established the smell. Fine. Opened the curtains. Glorious sunshine! And… then, the banging. Startled, I thought something broke. Nope. Just a rather enthusiastic (and very loud) couple in the adjacent room. Now, I am no prude, but this was like a *performance*. The walls, they weren’t just thin, they were… porous. Every creak, every… *utterance*, was broadcast live. I tried everything. Earplugs (useless). Turning up the TV (distracting). Eventually, I went full-on passive-aggressive. I slammed my door. Cough. I dropped a shoe. Hard. Nothing. The show went on. It was both mortifying and, in a weird way, hilarious. It was that night I learned the true meaning of "hotel privacy." And also the power of a really, really strong sleeping pill. It's the reason I will never forget that room, no matter how hard I try.
Is the location convenient? Close to anything good? Or am I doomed to fast food hell?
Location, location, location! It's... convenient *ish*. Close to the highway, which is great for getting in and out. Also great, you know, for the aforementioned noise. As for "good" things nearby? Well, you're not exactly in the heart of culinary delight. Fast food? Abundant. Gas stations? Plenty. There's a grocery store not too far, so you're not completely SOL. But don't expect Michelin-star dining. Firestone itself is… functional. It’s not a destination. It's a *throughpoint*. You’ll be okay. Plan accordingly. Pack snacks. And maybe invest in some noise-canceling headphones. Just in case… you end up in Room 217.
The staff. Are they friendly? Helpful? Or do they look like they are also trapped in a never-ending cycle of slightly-below-average motel life?
The staff… here's the thing. They’re… *present*. They seem to be… doing their best. I've had both perfectly fine, efficient check-in experiences and… let's just say, less-than-stellar ones. It really depends on the day. And the staff member. Honestly, a bit of kindness on their part, goes *so* far. They’re navigating the same slightly strange reality as you are. The perpetual problem of… things not quite working as they should. The ever-present undercurrent of… well, you get the picture. Be nice. It’s the key. Seriously, a smile and a "thank you" can work wonders. They aren't miracle workers; they're just… people trying to get through a shift. And that’s something everyone can relate to. Right?
Okay, the bottom line. Should I stay here? Be honest! Would you go back… willingly?
The bottom line... Okay. Here's the deal. If you are on a serious budget, desperately need a roof over your head, and aren't expecting luxury, it could be *tolerable*. I’ve certainly survived worse. If it's just a quick overnight stop, and sleep is the priority, it ticks the box. If you're picky? RUN. Unless you have a sense of adventure... or a very well-stocked mini-bar. Would I go backStay Classy Hotels
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