Garden Inn and Suites Fresno
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Summary of reviewsGarden Inn and Suites Fresno receives high praise for its strategic and convenient location, offering easy access to major highways and nearby attractions like national parks and local shopping and dining. The beautifully maintained property features lush gardens brimming with fruit trees and has a pleasant, quiet environment despite its proximity to the freeway, creating a peaceful and safe atmosphere for guests.
Breakfast at the hotel is generally well-received with fresh fruits from the hotel's garden and the option to make fresh waffles standing out as highlights. Guests enjoy dining outdoors under shaded citrus trees, although some find the breakfast offerings basic or limited. Nevertheless, the fresh produce and charming setting contribute to a satisfactory start to the day.
The rooms are consistently described as spacious and clean with many featuring comfortable beds and outdoor seating areas that enhance the guest experience. While some rooms may appear dated and there's occasional feedback on maintenance issues, the cleanliness and well-maintained spaces are highly appreciated. The hotel's overall layout, including its serene gardens and thoughtful touches, create a welcoming environment for a restful stay.
Guest reviews frequently commend the hotel staff for their friendliness and helpfulness with particular praise for individuals who provide personalized and accommodating service. The owner’s courteous demeanor and staff’s overall attentiveness contribute significantly to the guest experience, fostering a warm and hospitable atmosphere.
Wi-Fi connectivity at the hotel garners mixed reviews. While adequate for basic use, some guests experience challenges with reliability and speed, particularly in individual rooms. The common areas often provide better connectivity, but travelers seeking strong and consistent internet access may find the service lacking.
The outdoor pool area is a notable feature with its clean, temperature-controlled pool set amidst a beautifully maintained garden. Guests appreciate the inviting ambiance, although some report issues with the jacuzzi and occasional bugs. Overall, the pool area is a popular and well-regarded aspect of the hotel.
Sleeping arrangements are a highlight with many guests praising the comfort of the beds, particularly the king-size options with new box-spring mattresses. While comfort preferences vary, the majority of feedback leans positive, contributing to a good night’s rest.
Offering great value for money, Garden Inn and Suites Fresno is a commendable choice for travelers seeking a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Its serene surroundings, friendly staff, clean accommodations and strategic location make it a reliable base for exploring the area or enjoying a peaceful retreat.
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Breakfast at the hotel is generally well-received with fresh fruits from the hotel's garden and the option to make fresh waffles standing out as highlights. Guests enjoy dining outdoors under shaded citrus trees, although some find the breakfast offerings basic or limited. Nevertheless, the fresh produce and charming setting contribute to a satisfactory start to the day.
The rooms are consistently described as spacious and clean with many featuring comfortable beds and outdoor seating areas that enhance the guest experience. While some rooms may appear dated and there's occasional feedback on maintenance issues, the cleanliness and well-maintained spaces are highly appreciated. The hotel's overall layout, including its serene gardens and thoughtful touches, create a welcoming environment for a restful stay.
Guest reviews frequently commend the hotel staff for their friendliness and helpfulness with particular praise for individuals who provide personalized and accommodating service. The owner’s courteous demeanor and staff’s overall attentiveness contribute significantly to the guest experience, fostering a warm and hospitable atmosphere.
Wi-Fi connectivity at the hotel garners mixed reviews. While adequate for basic use, some guests experience challenges with reliability and speed, particularly in individual rooms. The common areas often provide better connectivity, but travelers seeking strong and consistent internet access may find the service lacking.
The outdoor pool area is a notable feature with its clean, temperature-controlled pool set amidst a beautifully maintained garden. Guests appreciate the inviting ambiance, although some report issues with the jacuzzi and occasional bugs. Overall, the pool area is a popular and well-regarded aspect of the hotel.
Sleeping arrangements are a highlight with many guests praising the comfort of the beds, particularly the king-size options with new box-spring mattresses. While comfort preferences vary, the majority of feedback leans positive, contributing to a good night’s rest.
Offering great value for money, Garden Inn and Suites Fresno is a commendable choice for travelers seeking a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Its serene surroundings, friendly staff, clean accommodations and strategic location make it a reliable base for exploring the area or enjoying a peaceful retreat.
Hotel for Honeymoon
This family-owned hotel offers a continental breakfast and an extensive garden with fruits and flowers, creating a romantic and tranquil atmosphere. The spacious and clean rooms, along with the quiet environment, enhance the honeymoon experience.
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Committed to accessibility standards, this hotel details property and room accessibility features. It has policies in place to ensure individuals with disabilities can make reservations for accessible rooms and offers wheelchair access to common areas and a pool.
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Guest Reviews
Garden Inn and Suites Fresno enjoys rave reviews for its strategic and convenient location. Guests appreciate the easy access to major highways, making it a prime spot for those heading to Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, roughly an hour's drive away. It's also lauded for being close to various stores, restaurants and attractions like the Savemart Center and Chaffee Zoo, adding to its appeal for both short stopovers and longer stays.
The property itself is beautifully maintained, featuring lush gardens with fruit trees and aesthetically pleasing walking paths. Despite being near the freeway, visitors have found it surprisingly quiet, contributing to a peaceful environment. They also mention feeling safe in the area, which enhances the overall experience.
While the location feels somewhat out of town for some, the proximity to essential services and dining options compensates for this minor drawback. The convenient and accessible setting offers excellent value for money, appealing particularly to travelers looking for a reliable base to explore the surrounding national parks and local attractions.
At the Garden Inn and Suites Fresno, guests have generally positive things to say about the breakfast. Many were pleasantly surprised by the good selection available, noting the option to make fresh waffles as a highlight. Regular mentions include a delightful variety of fruit, often freshly picked from the hotel’s own garden, adding an authentic and healthy touch to the morning meal. The breakfast, though described as basic by some, includes essentials such as toast, jam, yogurt, juice and coffee.
Several guests appreciated the opportunity to sit outside under the shade of citrus trees, making the meal a relaxing and enjoyable experience. On the more elaborate end, some reviews mentioned a more comprehensive breakfast with items like eggs, sausage and potatoes and freshly squeezed orange juice.
However, not all feedback is glowing. A few guests found the selection limited, lacking in options like scrambled eggs and breakfast sausages. There were occasional mentions of the breakfast being just adequate or ordinary with some even describing it as poor or meager. Despite these critiques, the presence of fresh fruit and the ability to make waffles seem to leave a generally favorable impression on most visitors.
Overall, while the breakfast may not cater to all tastes, it stands out for its fresh produce and pleasant setting, making it a satisfactory start to the day for many guests.
Garden Inn and Suites Fresno offers guests spacious and comfortable rooms that are frequently praised for their cleanliness. Many of these rooms are notably large with some described as mini apartments, providing ample space and privacy. The suites, especially those with two bedrooms, are ideal for families. The beds are mentioned as being very comfortable, contributing to a restful stay.
The hotel's gardens and layout, featuring fruit trees and flowers, add a beautiful and serene touch to the environment. Each room includes a small outdoor seating area, enhancing the overall guest experience. While some rooms have a dated feel and older furniture, they are consistently clean, offering everything necessary for a short stay.
Despite some critiques of the air conditioning system and a general call for certain upgrades, the positive aspects such as large, well-maintained spaces with comfortable beds and a welcoming atmosphere shine through. The overall setting, combined with friendly staff and clean, roomy accommodations, makes Garden Inn and Suites Fresno a pleasant place to stay.
When it comes to the sleeping arrangements at Garden Inn and Suites Fresno, guest feedback highlights a predominant trend: comfort. Many reviewers consistently mention the comfortable beds, describing them as very comfortable, extremely comfortable and even amazing. The new large box-spring mattresses are particularly noted for their exceptional comfort. Despite the occasional view that a bed was too soft or firm for some guests, the overall sentiment leans positively. King's size beds receive specific praise for their superb quality. In addition to the cozy sleeping environment, guests appreciate other amenities, such as the pleasantly tempered pool and the delightful breakfast options, contributing to an enjoyable stay for singles and families alike.
Garden Inn and Suites Fresno has consistently impressed guests with its high standards of cleanliness and overall well-maintained facilities. Visitors repeatedly praised the hotel for its super clean and spacious rooms, clean bathrooms and meticulous upkeep of the property as a whole. The common areas, pool and garden are all maintained to a high standard, contributing to a pleasant guest experience.
The grounds of the hotel are beautifully adorned with many flowers and fruit trees, creating a serene and scenic environment. The presence of such lovely gardens, combined with thoughtful touches like chocolates left daily, enhances the overall charm of the property. The pool area is particularly noted for its cleanliness and inviting atmosphere.
Despite a few mentions of maintenance issues, such as smelly rooms and stained carpets and towels, guests felt that the staff's friendliness, efficiency and dedication to cleanliness significantly offset these drawbacks. The bathrooms were fully stocked with amenities and the water was always hot with great pressure, contributing to the comfort of the stay.
Overall, guests found the Garden Inn and Suites Fresno to be very clean, well-maintained and beautifully landscaped with a staff that is both courteous and hardworking. The combination of clean and quiet rooms, pleasant outdoor spaces and a dedicated team makes this hotel a commendable choice for travelers looking for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
The reviews for the Garden Inn and Suites Fresno highlight a consistently positive experience regarding the hotel's staff. Guests frequently mention the friendliness and helpfulness of the team. The receptionist, often named as Jackson and the manager receive specific praise for their kindness and accommodating nature. Visitors appreciate the welcoming environment created by the entire staff, describing them as super friendly, competent and attentive.
The owner also stands out for his courteousness and personal touches, like stopping by for chats and providing recommendations. Staff communication is noted for being excellent and individuals frequently mention the professionalism and responsiveness encountered throughout their stay. The efforts of the entire team, from front desk personnel to management, contribute to a sense of warmth and hospitality that greatly enhances the guest experience at the hotel.
For visitors to the Garden Inn and Suites Fresno, the Wi-Fi experience presents a mixed bag. While the internet connection is fully accessible throughout many areas of the hotel, it doesn't perform perfectly everywhere. Some guests found the Wi-Fi to be reliable and decent for basic browsing, but noted that it was too slow for activities like streaming or downloading. In contrast, there were reports of weak or poor Wi-Fi, particularly in individual rooms with issues such as spotty reception and non-existent service at times. Even with several routers available, some visitors struggled to get a good connection from their rooms. Overall, while the Wi-Fi has its strong points across the hotel's common areas, there are inconsistencies that may affect users looking for robust and reliable connectivity.
The Garden Inn and Suites Fresno features an inviting outdoor space with a clean and temperature-controlled pool, making it perfect for a refreshing dip in pleasant weather. Guests appreciate the beautifully maintained garden area that complements the pool and adds to the serene ambiance. Many have praised the pool area for being clean, well-maintained and nicely arranged with the additional bonus of a jacuzzi and sunbeds. The pool and hot tub generally receive favorable comments for their cleanliness and flexibility in hours, inviting guests to swim longer. However, some reviewers noted issues with the jacuzzi being broken or cold and instances of bugs in the water. Yet overall, the clean and pleasant pool experience seems to be a highlight of many stays.
Nestled in Fresno, Garden Inn and Suites offers a pleasant stay characterized by its serene surroundings and beautiful gardens. The property boasts an array of fruit trees and blooming flowers that create a picturesque and tranquil atmosphere, perfect for a peaceful retreat. The hotel’s decor might remind one of the early 21st century, which adds a bit of nostalgia to the experience; however, some might find it a bit outdated.
The staff at Garden Inn and Suites receive commendations for their friendliness, enhancing the overall guest experience. For travelers looking for a stopover, this hotel provides good value for money and is often praised for being a suitable choice for a night on the go. While the hotel is described as good for a one-night stay or as a convenient stopover, there is a consensus that the cleanliness standards could see some improvement.
Ultimately, Garden Inn and Suites delivers excellent accommodation with great value for money, making it a viable option for those passing through Fresno or seeking a calming night’s rest amid charming gardens.
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Location
The property itself is beautifully maintained, featuring lush gardens with fruit trees and aesthetically pleasing walking paths. Despite being near the freeway, visitors have found it surprisingly quiet, contributing to a peaceful environment. They also mention feeling safe in the area, which enhances the overall experience.
While the location feels somewhat out of town for some, the proximity to essential services and dining options compensates for this minor drawback. The convenient and accessible setting offers excellent value for money, appealing particularly to travelers looking for a reliable base to explore the surrounding national parks and local attractions.
Breakfast
Several guests appreciated the opportunity to sit outside under the shade of citrus trees, making the meal a relaxing and enjoyable experience. On the more elaborate end, some reviews mentioned a more comprehensive breakfast with items like eggs, sausage and potatoes and freshly squeezed orange juice.
However, not all feedback is glowing. A few guests found the selection limited, lacking in options like scrambled eggs and breakfast sausages. There were occasional mentions of the breakfast being just adequate or ordinary with some even describing it as poor or meager. Despite these critiques, the presence of fresh fruit and the ability to make waffles seem to leave a generally favorable impression on most visitors.
Overall, while the breakfast may not cater to all tastes, it stands out for its fresh produce and pleasant setting, making it a satisfactory start to the day for many guests.
Rooms
The hotel's gardens and layout, featuring fruit trees and flowers, add a beautiful and serene touch to the environment. Each room includes a small outdoor seating area, enhancing the overall guest experience. While some rooms have a dated feel and older furniture, they are consistently clean, offering everything necessary for a short stay.
Despite some critiques of the air conditioning system and a general call for certain upgrades, the positive aspects such as large, well-maintained spaces with comfortable beds and a welcoming atmosphere shine through. The overall setting, combined with friendly staff and clean, roomy accommodations, makes Garden Inn and Suites Fresno a pleasant place to stay.
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Cleanliness
The grounds of the hotel are beautifully adorned with many flowers and fruit trees, creating a serene and scenic environment. The presence of such lovely gardens, combined with thoughtful touches like chocolates left daily, enhances the overall charm of the property. The pool area is particularly noted for its cleanliness and inviting atmosphere.
Despite a few mentions of maintenance issues, such as smelly rooms and stained carpets and towels, guests felt that the staff's friendliness, efficiency and dedication to cleanliness significantly offset these drawbacks. The bathrooms were fully stocked with amenities and the water was always hot with great pressure, contributing to the comfort of the stay.
Overall, guests found the Garden Inn and Suites Fresno to be very clean, well-maintained and beautifully landscaped with a staff that is both courteous and hardworking. The combination of clean and quiet rooms, pleasant outdoor spaces and a dedicated team makes this hotel a commendable choice for travelers looking for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Staff
The owner also stands out for his courteousness and personal touches, like stopping by for chats and providing recommendations. Staff communication is noted for being excellent and individuals frequently mention the professionalism and responsiveness encountered throughout their stay. The efforts of the entire team, from front desk personnel to management, contribute to a sense of warmth and hospitality that greatly enhances the guest experience at the hotel.
Wi-Fi
Pool
3 Star
The staff at Garden Inn and Suites receive commendations for their friendliness, enhancing the overall guest experience. For travelers looking for a stopover, this hotel provides good value for money and is often praised for being a suitable choice for a night on the go. While the hotel is described as good for a one-night stay or as a convenient stopover, there is a consensus that the cleanliness standards could see some improvement.
Ultimately, Garden Inn and Suites delivers excellent accommodation with great value for money, making it a viable option for those passing through Fresno or seeking a calming night’s rest amid charming gardens.
Yes, Garden Inn and Suites Fresno has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Garden Inn and Suites Fresno.
No, Garden Inn and Suites Fresno doesn't allow dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at Garden Inn and Suites Fresno.
No, Garden Inn and Suites Fresno doesn't have a gym.
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