Ontario Airport Escape: Luxurious Embassy Suites Getaway!
Okay, buckle up. This is gonna be a review. A REAL review. Not that corporate-speak baloney. This is what I thought, felt, and maybe even smelled at this place. Consider this… a sensory overload.
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Accessibility: The Good, the Bad, and the Stairway-Shunning (This is Important!)
Okay, let's get the serious stuff out of the way first. Accessibility. Because, you know, it matters. And honestly? They put in the effort. Wheelchair accessible: They said it was. I didn't test it with a wheelchair (thank the gods, my knees are mostly cooperating these days), but I saw ramps, elevators everywhere (seriously, the elevator situation was impressive!), and the corridors were comfortably wide. Now, the real test? The nitty-gritty: the bathrooms. I poked my head in a few, and they seemed to have the necessary grab bars and turning space. So, on the accessibility front, thumbs up! (Unless, of course, you need to navigate the labyrinthine hallways after a few too many pina coladas… more on that later).
On-site Accessible Restaurants/Lounges: Absolutely. The main restaurant had plenty of room, and the outdoor seating was also accessible.
Internet: The Eternal Struggle (Free Wi-Fi is NOT Optional).
Listen, if a hotel doesn't have decent internet, it's a dealbreaker. And for the most part, they delivered! Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! Thank the heavens. The signal in my room was… mostly reliable. It hiccuped a couple of times during peak hours (I think everyone was simultaneously trying to Zoom with their cats or something?), but overall, I could actually work (I’m a sucker for working with a beautiful view), stream, and avoid the crippling boredom of a vacation without internet. You could get a Internet [LAN] connection if you really wanted but who does that anymore? Internet services Were available and the Wi-Fi in the Wi-Fi in public areaswas good too.
Things to Do (Besides Panic About the Wi-Fi): The Pampering, the Sweat, and the… Pool with a View.
- Spa/sauna/Steamroom: Yes, yes, a thousand times yes! The spa was… well, it was heavenly. The body scrub was so good I thought I might actually shed a layer of grumpy old-man skin I didn't even know I had. The massage was divine. And the sauna? Glorious, hot, and perfect for pondering the meaning of life (or at least, deciding which cocktail to order next). The steamroom was also a nice addition… but I spent most of my time in the sauna, judging the overly-enthusiastic regulars who kept trying to strike up conversations. (Dude, I'm here to sweat and think about nothing, leave me alone!).
- Pool with a view: Okay, the outdoor pool. This was a "wow" moment. Infinity edge, overlooking… something breathtaking. Mountains? Ocean? Honestly, I was too busy drinking cocktails to pay close attention. But the view was spectacular. The swimming pool was clean, though I wish more folks respected the “no cannonballs” rule. Some people… smh.
- Fitness center/gym: The fitness center wasn't too shabby either! The Gym/fitness was quite well-equipped with the standard machines.
- Foot bath: I remember seeing a foot bath option.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: The Fuel for Vacation Shenanigans
- Restaurants/Bars: So, the food. Mixed bag, let's be honest. The restaurants were a mixed bag in general.
- Breakfast [Buffet]: The breakfast buffet… it’s a buffet. There was a lot of food. The Asian breakfast was particularly good and the Western breakfast was just fine.
- Room Service [24-hour]: Bless the 24-hour room service! Because sometimes, you just need a burger at 2 AM.
- Poolside Bar: The Poolside bar served cocktails. The bartender even remembered my order after the first day.
Cleanliness and Safety: The Covid-19 Dance
- Cleanliness: Okay, look. The hotel tried. They really tried. Anti-viral cleaning products, daily disinfection in common areas, and rooms sanitized between stays: all checked. Sanitizer stations were everywhere. Physical distancing of at least 1 meter… well, that was a bit more of a challenge.
- Hygiene certification was also available.
- Individually-wrapped food options. This was an idea.
- Staff trained in safety protocol.
- Safe dining setup.
- Sanitized kitchen and tableware items.
- Room sanitization opt-out available: I didn't feel the need to.
Services and Conveniences: The Little Things That Matter (or Annoy the Heck Out of You)
- Concierge: The concierge was actually super helpful, booking tours and even getting me a last-minute table at a popular restaurant. Bravo, concierge!
- Daily housekeeping was excellent. My room was always sparkling clean, towels replaced, everything neat and tidy.
- Doorman…Always available.
- Elevator: The elevator situation was good.
- Meeting/banquet facilities. I didn't attend anything.
- Laundry service was efficient.
- Luggage storage was appreciated.
- Bicycle parking: I didn't use it.
- Car park [free of charge]. Free parking!!
For the Family
- Babysitting service was available.
- Kids facilities looked decent.
Available in all rooms
- Air conditioning – thank god.
- Mini bar… was fun.
- Free Wi-Fi: This again.
- Coffee/tea maker and complimentary tea
- Towels – they had plenty of them.
- Hair dryer – essential.
The Quirks, the Quibbles, and the Bottom Line
Okay, so it wasn't perfect. There were glitches. Occasional Wi-Fi dropouts. A slightly surly waiter. But overall? I really enjoyed it. It wasn't just the view, or the spa, or the perfectly-made cocktails. It was the feeling of… escape. Of being able to relax and not worry about the daily grind for a few blessed days.
Would I go back? Absolutely. Especially if they promise me a bigger, better… well, you know. And maybe a lifetime supply of those tiny, ridiculously cute shampoos.
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Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because this ain't your grandma's itinerary. This is the Embassy Suites Ontario Airport Hotel (CA) – A Soul-Bearing Odyssey (Maybe with Some Breakfast Included). Because, honestly, who doesn't need a little soul-searching with their complimentary evening reception?
Day 1: Arrival and Existential Dread in a King Suite
- 1:00 PM PST – Arrival & Immediate Panic: Land in Ontario. Okay, so it's NOT the glamorous international travel I’d dreamed of. Still, I gather my (slightly rumpled) self and grab one of those airport shuttle vans. The driver has a very enthusiastic mustache. I’m immediately skeptical of anything he says.
- 2:00 PM – Check-in & Suite Revelation: The front desk lady looks like she hasn't slept since the Reagan administration. I ask for a king suite (because, treat yourself). They give me a suite that feels… vaguely… corporate-y? Okay, it’s probably very corporate-y, but hey, at least it has a separate living room. I promptly dump my suitcase on the ridiculously oversized couch and stare at the TV. Already contemplating existential questions about the purpose of a remote control with a thousand buttons. Can I even handle this much screen time?
- 2:30 PM – Exploring the Suite’s Depths (and the Mini-Fridge): I bravely venture into the living room. There's a desk. A desk. I haven't seen a desk this intimidating since college. I open the mini-fridge. Tiny waters. I contemplate adding my own stash of snacks, but then I remember I'm supposed to be a functioning adult. Fail.
- 3:00 PM - The Pool: The pool is beautiful. A lone man is using it, and he's practicing some kind of complicated swim stroke. Looks like he’s training for the Olympics.
- 3:30 - The Hot Tub: The hot tub is even more beautiful. It's hot. It's bubbly. It's the perfect place to sit and think about my life choices. (Mostly, I think about whether I remembered to pack my good sunscreen.)
- 4:00 PM – The "Evening Reception" (The Joy of Free Drinks): Okay folks, let's be honest. I'm going for the free booze. It's the raison d'etre of this whole stay. The bartender is a cheerful guy, who keeps calling everyone 'champ'. I order a margarita. The margarita is… decent. Definitely not the best I've ever had, but hey, free. I end up chatting with a guy who's in town for a conference on…something boring, but he does share an excellent tip about a nearby taco truck. My faith in humanity, at least temporarily, is restored.
- 6:00 PM – Dinner, maybe Taco Truck Adventure?: The taco truck plan is a success! The tacos are heavenly. I devour them with a joyful abandon that I haven't felt in…well, a while. I get back to the hotel, feeling a little guilty about the joy I've received.
- 8:00 PM – Suite Debrief and Netflix: Back in the suite, I contemplate the existence of hotel shampoos. The bottles are tiny. The scent vaguely reminiscent of… something I can't quite place. Netflix and chill it is. The "chill" part is questionable, but the sheer convenience of streaming is undeniable.
Day 2: Breakfast, Business, and a Moment of Zen in the Lobby
- 7:00 AM – The Breakfast Buffet (The Promised Land): Okay, this is where the Embassy Suites truly shines. The buffet is a glorious explosion of carbs and questionable breakfast meats. The waffle maker is the star of the show. I make a waffle with way too many toppings. No regrets. I make a second, and then a third. I become one with the waffle. My inner critic, silenced by a syrup-induced sugar rush.
- 8:00 AM – Emails of Doom: Back in the suite. The desk. The emails. I try to focus on work but catch myself staring out the window, contemplating the meaning of double-paned glass.
- 10:00 AM – A Chance Encounter: On my to the lobby, I bump into the hotel manager. I recognize him as one of the guys who has worked at the front desk. We have a brief, awkward interaction where I pretend to be the kind of person who books hotel rooms for fun.
- 10:30 AM– The Lobby The lobby is surprisingly busy, with a steady stream of people coming and going. I settle into a comfy armchair with my laptop, and find that the background noise actually helps me focus. I actually get some work done. For once, I feel like I'm working.
- 12:00 PM – Lunch & Reflections (More Tacos?): Lunch at the taco truck again? Tempting… But perhaps I should branch out. I decide on trying a local sandwich shop.
- 2:00 PM – Hotel Gym – Failure is an Option: I head down to the hotel gym, where I spend 10 minutes on the treadmill before deciding that I'm exhausted. The hotel gym is depressing. But, at least, I can say that I was there.
- 3:00 PM – Afternoon of… Something? I have some free time, which is both a blessing and a curse. Should I explore the area? Take a nap? Write a novel? I choose to do none of the above. I sit on the couch and do nothing.
- 5:00 PM - Happy Hour Round 2: The evening reception, again! This time, I make a friend. At least, I think we’re friends. We bond over the shared experience of being in a chain hotel, and the utter lack of connection to the world outside. We share the last of the cheese and crackers. It's a beautiful thing.
- 7:00 PM – Dinner & the Hotel Laundry: I take a late dinner, and then I head to the hotel laundry room. It’s clean and quiet, and I sit in the laundry room and read.
Day 3: Departure and Sudden Sadness
- 7:00 AM – Breakfast Buffet Farewell: One last waffle. I savor every bite. I am not ready for this.
- 8:00 AM - Check-out: I check out of the hotel. I'm not sure why, but I'm sad to leave. I liked the hotel. I liked the routine. I liked the waffles!
- 9:00 AM – Heading to the Airport. One Last Look Back: As the shuttle van pulls away, I glance back at the Embassy Suites. It's just a building, but it holds a strange collection of memories. I'll miss it.
- 9:30 AM – Depart: The airport, the plane, the… reality of returning home.
- 10:00 AM – Post-Trip Depression: As I'm waiting for my plane, I have a feeling of existential dread. I miss the free drinks. And the waffles. And the little bottles of shampoo.
Post-Trip Thoughts:
Okay, this trip wasn't exactly a transformative experience. But I ate some good food. I saw some things. I survived. And maybe, just maybe, I learned that sometimes, the most profound moments happen in the most ordinary places. Plus, I got to eat a whole lot of waffles. And that, my friends, is a victory in itself.
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