Lewiston's Hidden Gem: Super 8 Review & Booking Deals!
Alright, buckle up buttercups, because we're diving headfirst into the alleged "Hidden Gem" that is the Super 8 in Lewiston, Maine. I'm talking review time, the whole shebang. Booking deals, the works. Let's see if this place is a treasure chest or a… well, let's just say "not so hidden" pile of rusty spoons. And I'm gonna lay it all bare.
First Impression: The Arrival Rant (and Accessibility)
So, pulling up? Okay, standard Super 8 exterior. Not hideous, not exactly Pinterest-worthy. But the real test: Accessibility. I’m not here to play around, you know? I need to know if my Aunt Mildred with the bum knee could navigate this place.
Accessibility: Good news, folks (mostly). The elevator's a go, which is a lifesaver. The lobby seemed generally accessible (I didn't see any crazy steps). Parking? Free! Always a win. Car park [on-site], check. Now, I didn't scrutinize every single nook and cranny for wheelchair accessibility, but based on a quick glance, it seemed decent. Facilities for disabled guests - likely they've got some rooms geared up, but I'd call ahead to confirm details. Don't trust my word on that.
Getting Around: Okay, Car power charging station? Didn't spot one. So, if you're riding electric, you're outta luck. Airport transfer? Not sure. I didn't need one (I drove, thank you very much). Taxi service? Probably. Valet parking? Honey, this is Lewiston. No valet. And definitely no Bicycle parking. Probably not too many folks biking in these parts.
The Room: My Personal Sanctuary (Kinda)
Alright, the room. This is where a stay can make or break you. My expectations were… well, managed. Super 8 is not the Ritz (thank god; I'd be broke).
Available in all rooms: Okay, let’s run down the bullet points of things I did find! Air conditioning – absolutely. Alarm clock – Yep. Bathrobes – Nope. (Thank God. I hate wearing those weird hotel robes. They always feel like they’ve been worn by a family of ten!) Bathroom phone – Nope. Bathtub – YES! Actually, a decent-sized one. Blackout curtains – Godsend. Essential for a decent sleep. Carpeting – Present. Closet – Adequate. Coffee/tea maker – Yes! Thank the caffeine gods. Complimentary tea – Score. Daily housekeeping – Yup. Desk – Check. Extra long bed – Standard. Free bottled water – Woohoo! Hair dryer – Present. High floor – I didn’t ask, they weren’t offering rooms, I did not see any available. In-room safe box – Nope. Internet access – LAN, Internet access – wireless, Wi-Fi [free] – All working! (Thank goodness. I need to do my influencer thing!) Ironing facilities – Iron and ironing board, yes. Laptop workspace – Yup, desk works. Linens – Clean. Mini bar – Nada. Mirror – Standard. Non-smoking – Yes, thankfully. On-demand movies – I didn't order any, so I can't say. Private bathroom – Yep. Reading light – Check. Refrigerator – Yes! Hooray for cold water and chilling the leftovers. Satellite/cable channels – A plethora. Too much. Scale – Nope. (Thank goodness.) Seating area – None, except the bed. Separate shower/bathtub – In my room, YES. Shower – Present. Slippers – Dear god, no. Smoke detector – Hopefully. Socket near the bed – Yes! Sofa – Nope. Soundproofing – Meh. Telephone – Yes. Toiletries – Basic. Towels – Clean. Umbrella – Nope. Visual alarm – Didn’t see one. Wake-up service – Available. Window that opens – Yes, thank goodness for a little fresh air.
Room decorations: Eh, they tried. A few generic prints. Nothing to write home about. Room sanitization opt-out available I assume this means you can tell them NOT to clean your room? If you do, don't invite me.
The Sleep: Honestly? It was pretty good. The blackout curtains are a game-changer. The bed?… Fine. Not the most luxurious, but did the job.
Cleanliness and Safety: The COVID-19 Era
This is a BIG deal these days. I want to know if they’re trying to keep me safe, or just hoping I survive.
Cleanliness and safety: Looked pretty good. Anti-viral cleaning products – I have to assume they used them. Cashless payment service, Daily disinfection in common areas, Hand sanitizer… Yep, felt like they we taking things seriously to some degree. Individually-wrapped food options – More on that in a sec. Physical distancing of at least 1 meter – They tried. Rooms sanitized between stays – Hopefully. Staff trained in safety protocol – seemed like it. Sterilizing equipment – Who knows?
Breakfast/Dining/Snacking: This is where things get… interesting. Breakfast [buffet] – Okay, so this wasn't exactly a spread fit for a king. It was more like… a slightly above-average continental breakfast. Breakfast takeaway service – probably possible, it's not that fancy. A la carte in restaurant, Alternative meal arrangement, Asian cuisine in restaurant, Bar, Bottle of water, Buffet in restaurant, Coffee/tea in restaurant, Coffee shop, Desserts in restaurant, Happy hour, International cuisine in restaurant, Poolside bar, Restaurants, Room service [24-hour], Salad in restaurant, Snack bar, Soup in restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant, Western breakfast, Western cuisine in restaurant – Nope, nope, nope, nope. They had a room for breakfast, and it wasn't much. All the rest are a big fat NO.
The Breakfast: I did grab some of the individually-wrapped food options. I'm talking pre-packaged muffins and… a sad little yogurt. Look, it wasn't gourmet, but it did the trick. I got fed. I didn't get sick. I'm calling that a win.
Amenities and Extras: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
On-site accessible restaurants / lounges: No. This is a Super 8, not the Four Seasons.
Things to do, ways to relax: Uh, well, not much on-site.
Pool: There's an outdoor swimming pool. Didn't get a chance to try it out.
Fitness center, Gym/fitness: They had, something. It was more of a glorified closet with a treadmill that looked like it’d seen better days.
Spa/sauna, Steamroom: Don’t even ask.
Services and conveniences: Air conditioning in public area – check. Audio-visual equipment for special events – Don’t think so. Business facilities – Limited. Cash withdrawal – Probably. Concierge – Nope. Contactless check-in/out – Yes, they had this, thank god. Convenience store – None. Currency exchange – Nope. Daily housekeeping – Yes. Doorman – Hahaha. Dry cleaning – No. Elevator – Yes. Essential condiments – Didn’t see any. Facilities for disabled guests – See accessibility section. Food delivery – You're on your own there. Gift/souvenir shop – Nope. Indoor venue for special events – Probably not. Invoice provided – I assume so. Ironing service – Yes. Laundry service – Yes. Luggage storage – They'll probably hold your bag. Meeting/banquet facilities, Meetings, Meeting stationery – Doubtful. On-site event hosting – Not really. Outdoor venue for special events – Doubtful. Projector/LED display – Nope. Safety deposit boxes – Nope. Seminars – LOL. Shrine – Uh… no. Smoking area – Yup. Terrace – Nope. Wi-Fi for special events – Still nope. Xerox/fax in business center – Unlikely.
For the kids: Babysitting service – Absolutely not. Family/child friendly – Yeah, it’s a Super 8. Kids facilities, Kids meal – not that I saw. The kids might love the pool, though.
The Verdict & The Booking Deal (aka The Sales Pitch!)
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Okay, buckle up, buttercup. We're going to Lewiston, Maine. Super 8, here we come, and frankly, I'm expecting beige. But hey, even beige has its character, right? Let's see if we can find it… and not get arrested. Here's the "plan" - and by "plan," I mean a loose suggestion that's probably going to derail before we even hit the first traffic light.
Day 1: Arrival, Reality Bites (and Maybe Bites of Something Else?)
- 1:00 PM: ARRIVAL. Okay, so the flight was delayed. Surprise. Airline food gave me a look that even a lukewarm hotdog wouldn't touch, so I'm already hangry. I mean, properly, aggressively hungry. Check into the Super 8. Pray for a room that doesn't smell like despair and stale cigarettes. And for decent Wi-Fi. Because, you know, essentials.
- 2:00 PM: Room Reconnaissance. Okay, the room… it's… beige. As predicted. The carpet is clinging to life, judging by the threadbare patches. The bedspread looks like it’s been through a hostage negotiation. But the Wi-Fi does work. Small victories, people. Small victories.
- 2:30 PM: The Great Food Quest of Lewiston. I'm starving. Absolutely ravenous. TripAdvisor says "DaVinci's Eatery" is a local fave. Let's hope it's not the "everything-must-go" kind of eatery because I need to go, and that's a promise.
- 3:00 PM: DaVinci's. Okay, not a total bust! Had the pasta, it was pretty good. The vibe? A bit…busy. The waiter forgot my water three times, and the music was a little too much, but the food was decent and the pasta…the pasta was good.
- 4:30 PM: Walking off the carbs. I found a park! The Androscoggin River Trail! I decide to walk a little and work off the carbs. There were other people there, who are friendly who gave me tips the best thing to see in Lewiston.
- 6:00 PM: Rest. Back at Super 8. I'm tired after eating, walking, and the other emotions. Time to rest.
Day 2: A Bit of History, a Lot of Wonder, and a Potential Meltdown
- 9:00 AM: Breakfast at the Super 8! The continental breakfast. Let's see what horrors await. The dry cereal? The sad-looking bagels? I steel myself.
- 9:30 AM: Oh god, okay, this breakfast actually isn't the worst. The little donuts are okay, I like them.
- 10:30 AM: Downtown Lewiston. Time to explore! I'm a sucker for old architecture, but I got lost! I asked a police officer for help and he helped me.
- 2:00 PM: Back to the room, and I got more rest.
- 7:00: Dinner at… Well, I'm open to suggestions. I'm thinking of going back to DaVinci's.
- 8:00 PM: Back to the room. I'm tired. Time to sleep.
Day 3: Departure, and a Bittersweet Goodbye to Beige
- 9:00 AM: Continental Breakfast Roundup, round two. I'm getting used to the stale bagels. It's…comforting, in a weird way.
- 10:00 AM: Packing and Checkout. This is always the worst part, that feeling of knowing you're leaving.
- 11:00 AM: Departure. Goodbye, Lewiston. Goodbye, Super 8. You were… an experience. And maybe, just maybe, I'll miss that beige.
- 12:00 PM: See you later! I hope you enjoy my adventures!
So, like, what *is* this thing? (Besides a headache waiting to happen)
Um, who are *you*? And why should I care?
Okay, Okay. So, is this… *good*?
Is it safe? Like, really?
What if I disagree with everything you say?
So, are there any ACTUAL rules? Like, besides the general "don't be a jerk" one?
What happens if I get... emotional?
What should I do *now*?
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