Oxford, AL's BEST-KEPT Secret: Luxury Getaway Awaits at Quality Inn!
Oxford, Alabama's BEST-KEPT Secret: Don't Tell Anyone, But The Quality Inn is Actually… Great?! (A Seriously Honest Review)
Okay, so I know, "Quality Inn" doesn't exactly scream "luxury getaway," right? I mean, we all have pre-conceived notions. But let me tell you something, especially if you're in Oxford, AL and need a place to crash, or maybe gasp even relax, the Quality Inn here? It’s…surprisingly decent. Like, WAY better than I expected! And trust me, I went in with some serious baggage.
Accessibility & Getting There (the Basics, Sorted):
First off, Accessibility is a solid A. They've got facilities for disabled guests, an elevator, and you betcha, the exterior corridor makes getting to your room a breeze. Driving to Oxford? Easy peasy. The car park is free of charge! Score! And bonus points for the car power charging station. Seriously, it’s 2024, and that’s the stuff of legends for those of you with electric rides. They also have airport transfer and taxi service, if you're feeling boujee.
Cleanliness & Safety - Because Nobody Wants Bed Bugs (Or Worse):
This is where everyone starts to breathe a sigh of relief. Cleanliness and Safety are obviously a massive priority. They're REALLY on top of it. Anti-viral cleaning products, professional-grade sanitizing services, and daily disinfection in common areas. You know, the usual. And I saw staff everywhere, so being trained in safety protocol. I am seeing that they are taking no chances. I am getting flashbacks of the time I stayed in a motel in Vegas that wasn't exactly giving me the warm fuzzies (and I wound up sleeping in my clothes.. true story). The fact that the Quality Inn is on it is a major win. They even have room sanitization opt-out available, because, well, everyone's different. Rooms sanitized between stays? Check. They've got hand sanitizer everywhere, and a first aid kit, just in case. I’m feeling safe and secure.
Dining, Drinking & Snacking – Fueling the Adventure (Or Just Staying Alive):
Okay, let’s be real. You're not going to the Quality Inn expecting Michelin-star dining. But the breakfast [buffet]? It's decent, and it's free! It's got your usual suspects: scrambled eggs, waffles, a questionable sausage, but hey, it fills the hole. Some of you breakfast perfectionists are probably turning your noses up right now. I get it. You know what else is going on, and it's pretty neat: breakfast takeaway service, and individually-wrapped food options. They take their food safety seriously, friends. The coffee/tea in restaurant is fine for your morning caffeine fix. The bar is…well, it's a bar! I did not use it.
Services & Conveniences – The Little Things That Make a Difference:
This is where the Quality Inn really surprised me. They've got a surprising amount of perks: Air conditioning in the public area (thank you, sweet baby Jesus, because Alabama summers are brutal!). They have a convenience store for snacks and essentials, which is super handy. There’s a luggage storage for your bags. Cash withdrawal is available. Daily housekeeping? You know I like that. They have laundry service (a lifesaver if your clothes are looking… worn) and dry cleaning, too.
The Hotel Rooms - Finally, A Haven of Comfort
Once I got my room key, I was a little…apprehensive. But, I was relieved. The room layout was functional, the bed was actually comfy, and (hallelujah!) the air conditioning was blasting cold air. I needed a place to work, and the laptop workspace was perfect; and the desk was good. There's a coffee/tea maker, a refrigerator, a mini-bar, and even free bottled water. This is a nice touch, and it's especially helpful given the Alabama heat. The mirror was perfect, and there's a private bathroom. Honestly, my stay was pretty great.
Things to Do & Ways to Relax (the Unexpected Gems):
Okay, here's where the Quality Inn REALLY surprised me. They actually have some pretty awesome amenities!
- Fitness Center: I actually hit the gym/fitness. And while it wasn't a state-of-the-art gym, it had the basics. I mean, it's not enough to convince me to abandon my normal gym, but I can't complain.
- Swimming Pool [Outdoor]: Sadly, I didn't actually jump in the pool. However, it looked clean and inviting, and it's a great way to cool off in the Alabama heat.
- Wi-Fi [Free]: This is the essential element. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms is a life-saver, especially if you're like me and need to work on a deadline.
What's Missing (Because I'm Honest):
Okay, let's keep it real. The Quality Inn is not a spa resort. There's no fancy spa, no sauna, no steamroom, and definitely no massage.
The Verdict:
Look, the Quality Inn in Oxford, Alabama, is not a palace. But it's clean, it's comfortable, they try hard, and the price is right. It's a solid choice for business travelers, families, or anyone looking for a reasonably priced, convenient place to stay. And hey, sometimes that's all you need.
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- Relaxation: Take a dip in the outdoor pool or work out in the fitness center.
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- Easy Access: Our hotel is accessible for everyone.
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Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because this ain't your grandma's meticulously color-coded travel itinerary. We're going rogue. We're talking a Quality Inn in Oxford, Alabama, and my brain, which is basically a glitter bomb exploded in a library. Here we go…
Operation: Oxford Odyssey - Prepare for Mild Chaos
Day 1: Arrival and Existential Dread in the Heart of Alabama
1:00 PM: Arrive at Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Right off the bat – the sheer volume of people is overwhelming. Why are there so many people? Feeling the creeping anxiety that usually comes with air travel, my stomach churns with a mix of excitement and the memory of that questionable airport burrito I ate last time. Head towards our rental car – a slightly beat-up, but hopefully reliable, chariot to get me to the promised land.
2:30 PM: Hit the road. I'm driving, which means an immediate negotiation with my internal GPS (aka, my awful sense of direction). Google Maps is my only friend. First stop: fuel. Gas prices? Let’s not even go there.
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM: Arrive at Quality Inn Oxford Anniston I-20 (AL). Okay, the exterior… well, it’s a Quality Inn. You know what you're getting. The lobby, though… is surprisingly charming? I wasn't expecting that. Check-in is… functional. The woman behind the counter has seen things in her years, I can tell. We're going to get along just fine.
- Anecdote: As I'm fumbling with the room key, my phone rings – it's my Aunt Carol, who is apparently obsessed with the weather. "Oh, the humidity!" she wails. "Be careful!" Well, thanks, Aunt Carol. Appreciate the heads-up. Now where's the damn elevator?
6:00 PM: Room check. Expectations: low. Reality: not terrible. The AC is humming, the bed looks moderately clean, and there's a questionable painting of a sailboat on the wall. I'm already contemplating removing it. The bathroom? Let's just say it has a certain "vintage" charm. I'm pretty sure the toilet groaned when I flushed it. Welcome to Southern hospitality, I guess.
7:00 PM: Dinner at the nearest "recommended" restaurant. (Thanks, Google.) "Recommended" is probably code for "it's open." It's very local. The waitress calls everyone "hon." I order the fried catfish. It's not bad. I'm starting to understand the appeal of the South. The charm is starting to seep in. The food is a little heavy…
8:30 PM – 9:30 PM: Back at the hotel. Attempting to unwind. Watching some mind-numbing TV (the highlight is probably the local news report about a rogue squirrel). The sheer nothingness of this is actually… kind of relaxing? Maybe I needed this level of boredom.
10:00 PM: Lights out. Hopefully, the questionable sailboat doesn't stare at me all night.
Day 2: Anniston Adventures (Or, How I Almost Got Lost in the Woods)
7:00 AM: Wake up. The AC is still humming. Breakfast at the Quality Inn. The "continental breakfast" is… well, it exists. Instant coffee, questionable pastries. But hey, free is free. Gotta love those breakfast carbs!
8:00 AM: Going to visit the Anniston Museum of Natural History. I really should go. I want to go. But honestly? The comfy bed is beckoning. I feel the gravitational pull of fluffy pillows. I procrastinate. Maybe later.
8:30 AM: Let's not beat around the bush. I stayed in bed till 9:30, then rushed, got dressed, drank more instant coffee, and then just kept procrastinating.
11:00 AM: Finally pull myself together and drive to the Talladega National Forest. This is a mistake. I should have packed snacks and water. And a map. The "trail" I choose is marked as "easy." Oh, how wrong I was.
- Anecdote: I swear, I could hear banjo music. I was convinced I was going to be lost, eaten by a bear, or worse, have to explain to Aunt Carol how I managed to get myself into this mess. Every rustle of leaves sounded like a monster. After an hour of nearly panicking, I did make it out. But I emerged covered in dirt and sweat, my "easy" hike a testament to my lack of preparedness.
1:00 PM: Hunger hits. Time for what the locals would call "lunch.". I find a little diner, one of those wood-paneled, booths-and-greasy-spoon beauties, and order a burger. It's the best burger I've ever eaten. Maybe it's the after-forest-hike adrenaline, or maybe it's just good. I don't care.
3:00 PM: Museum. Still no. No, I'm not going. I will go tomorrow. I promise. Maybe.
4:00 PM: Back at the hotel. Now I'm just sitting here, staring at the sailboat painting. I decide: it stays. It's kind of growing on me. The sheer improbability of it all, the fact that someone thought this was a work of art… I'm strangely charmed.
6:00 PM: Dinner. This time, I try a barbecue place. The barbecue is good. The sweet tea is better. I'm starting to understand.
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM: A solo walk round the Oxford Mall to soak in the true local atmosphere. I went to the supermarket and got a snack and bottled water. Then I went to the pharmacy and bought some more sunscreen just because. Then I took my snacks and water back to the hotel.
9:00 PM: Early night. The forest hike has drained me. I'm going to relax. Tomorrow, museum. I swear. I really swear.
Day 3: Museum-ing (Finally!) and Departure
8:00 AM: I WOKE UP EARLY! I grab a slightly less terrible breakfast. Focus. Museum. Today is the day!
9:00 AM: Check out of the Quality Inn. Saying goodbye is… easy. But I feel a pang of something. A little sadness. The absurd charm of this place has, somehow, wormed its way into my heart.
9:30 AM: Actually goes to the Anniston Museum of Natural History. And… it's fascinating! The exhibits on the local wildlife were actually really cool. The butterfly exhibit made me feel almost emotional. The museum shop? A goldmine of quirky souvenirs. I buy a "I Survived the Talladega National Forest" sticker.
12:00 PM: Lunch. A charming little cafe, where I find a perfect salad and a slice of pie. I eat and then sit and consider my thoughts.
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Drive to Birmingham, AL, to the airport. The drive is uneventful, so I take the opportunity to contemplate my feelings.
2:30 PM: Arrive at the airport. The journey’s end.
3:00 PM: All ready to go, waiting for the plane to Atlanta. The same airport burrito that got me into trouble at the start of the journey got me into trouble again at the end of the journey. I really need to stop eating those.
Reflections:
This trip wasn't exactly perfect. There were moments of sheer, unadulterated boredom. There were near disasters (the forest!). But it was real. It was messy. It was human. And despite the initial expectations… I kinda liked it. I can't even say I liked the Quality Inn. But I do think I'm going to miss it a little.
Now, where's that plane?
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