Overview
With features like an indoor pool with waterslide, an on-site restaurant, free Wi-Fi and free breakfast, this hotel may attract guests who want an accommodation with some included freebies. Guests who need close access to the airport may also like this property as Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) is a 10-minute drive north from the hotel.

Smoking and non-smoking rooms are offered and each room comes with free Wi-Fi and wired internet, a microwave, a mini-fridge, individual climate control, a coffeemaker, cable TV and free local calls. Some rooms have a sofabed.

Certain rooms have been modernized as some renovations were done in 2006.

Hotel amenities include an indoor pool with waterslide, a hot tub, a fitness centre and on-site restaurant (Sammy J's) that serves lunch and dinner.

Free breakfast is offered and free on-site parking is available. Pets can stay at this hotel in select rooms for $10 per night.

There are several restaurants in close proximity to the hotel, such as Tim Horton's, The Spaghetti Factory, Boston Pizza and A&W, all within a 6-minute walk. TRADEX (Trade and Exhibition Centre) is a 1-minute walk from the hotel. Popular attractions like Lotusland Vineyards and Vancouver Zoo are both within a 15-minute drive (southward) from the property. (All driving and walking estimates: Google Maps)

Confirmed with the front desk February 8, 2013: renovations, smoking and non-smoking accommodations, free breakfast and free parking.

The Good
Most of the reviews sourced for this analysis were positive and guests praised the staff, the location, the cleanliness, the pool and the breakfast.

Many guests complimented the staff and described them as pleasant, accommodating and efficient. One reviewer said that staff bent over backwards for them and provided incredible hospitality.

The hotel's location was ideal for exploring the area and was convenient to amenities, according to several reviewers.

Several guests were impressed with the cleanliness of the rooms.

The pool was a hit with several guests, specifically those travelling with children. Guests praised the cleanliness and liked that the pool provided all-day entertainment.

The breakfast was enjoyable and some guests said it was better than expected. However, there were opposing opinions about this (see below).

Additionally, some reviewers thought the hotel was a good value and a couple guests liked that parking was ample.

The Bad
As mentioned above, most of the feedback regarding this hotel was positive. However, there were a few complaints about the breakfast, the elevator and the beds.

Although most of the comments regarding the breakfast were favourable, some guests thought the breakfast was horrible and more selection would have made it better. They also felt the options were not particularly nutritious and would have liked items like fruit and yogurt.

A couple guests felt another elevator would have been convenient (the hotel has only one).

A couple reviewers said the beds were not comfortable.