Sainte Genevieve Getaway: Unbeatable Microtel Inn & Suites Deals!
Sainte Genevieve Getaway: Microtel Inn & Suites - Where Do I Even Begin?! (A Brutally Honest Review)
Okay, so, Sainte Genevieve Getaway is advertising these “Unbeatable Microtel Inn & Suites Deals!” and, well, I’m here to tell you, folks, whether they're actually unbeatable. Prepare yourself, because this isn't your average hotel review. This is me, processing the Sainte Genevieve experience, one rambling thought at a time. Buckle up!
(Accessibility & Safety First, Because Let's Be Real, We Need It)
Alright, let's get the practical stuff outta the way. Accessibility: They claim to have it. Okay, cool. I didn't personally need to test the wheelchair situation, but I peeked – there were elevators (thank goodness!), and the common areas seemed reasonably navigable. (They didn't exactly roll out the red carpet for someone with mobility issues, but, hey, it's a Microtel, not the Ritz… expectations, people, expectations.)
Cleanliness and Safety: This is where I started to breathe a little easier. In this post-apocalyptic world, I'm all about the germ warfare measures. They've got things covered: Anti-viral cleaning products, daily disinfection in common areas, hand sanitizer galore, and staff trained in safety protocol. I saw people scrubbing like they were prepping for surgery. I also noticed they're offering room sanitization opt-out, which is a nice touch. Plus, the sterilizing equipment was prominently displayed, making me feel… cautiously optimistic. They even had individually-wrapped food options, which, after seeing how much people were handling the breakfast buffet, was a freakin' godsend. Professional-grade sanitizing services, check. Rooms sanitized between stays, check. Cashless payment service, check, check, check. I wasn't exactly licking the walls (tempting as it was after a long drive!), but I felt generally safe.
Extra Safety Measures Take Note: CCTV in common areas & CCTV outside property, along with a 24-hour Front Desk, Security, Smoke alarms and Fire extinguishers. All good factors to have for the traveler.
(Internet, Because, Duh)
Internet Access – Wireless: Good! Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! Thank goodness. I think if a hotel charged for Wi-Fi in this day and age, I'd have a full-blown aneurysm. The Wi-Fi itself was, well, okay. Not lightning-fast, but good enough to stream some Netflix and avoid all human contact with the outside world – which, let's be honest, is usually my goal when I'm on a "getaway."
Internet, Internet [LAN], Internet services: They do have LAN ports, which, honestly, I didn't even bother to check. I'm a Wi-Fi gal now. Remember those days? I'd forgotten about them, and I'm not sure I want them back.
(The "Things to Do" – Or, How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Room Service)
Okay, so, "Things to Do" in Sainte Genevieve. Let’s be real, it's a charming town, but it's not exactly Ibiza.
Things to Do / Ways to Relax: Let's just say the really luxurious stuff, like a full spa day with a Body scrub, Body wrap, Sauna, Steamroom and Massage are probably not on the menu. I did see a Fitness center. I peeked in… it looked like the equipment had seen better days. No Pool with view, no Spa/sauna, – the basics, and nothing more. Let's just say I spent most of my time…um… resting. Hard.
Swimming pool [outdoor]: There's an Outdoor Pool. The temperature was perfect, but let's just say it wasn't exactly Olympic-sized. It felt more like a glorified kiddie pool, but did the job.
(Dining, Drinking, and Snacking – The Real Meat of Any Hotel Experience)
Here's where things get, shall we say, interesting.
Dining, drinking, and snacking: They advertise a lot. Restaurants? Plural? Well, let's break this down.
Breakfast [buffet]: Ah, the infamous hotel breakfast. Was it amazing? No. Was it awful? Also, no. It was… a buffet. Basic, but passable. Breakfast [buffet]. Asian breakfast, Asian cuisine in restaurant… Yeah, I didn't see any of that. What I saw was the usual: Western breakfast.
Coffee/tea in restaurant: The coffee was… adequate… which is the highest praise I can give any hotel coffee.
Restaurants / Bar / Poolside bar / Snack bar: Now, that is a good selection.
Restaurant: A la carte in restaurant, Buffet in restaurant, Coffee shop, Desserts in restaurant, International cuisine in restaurant, Salad in restaurant, Soup in restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant, Western cuisine in restaurant, and they offer Alternative meal arrangement In short, they offer food for everyone.
Room service [24-hour]: THIS is where Microtel shines. Order, it's in your room in less than an hour! Best of all, it's available 24-hours! Pure bliss.
(Services and Conveniences – The Little Things That Annoy Us)
Here's where the hotel really tries to shine.
Services and conveniences: Air conditioning in public area, Business facilities, Cash withdrawal, Concierge, Contactless check-in/out, Convenience store, Currency exchange, Daily housekeeping, Doorman, Dry cleaning, Elevator, Essential condiments, Facilities for disabled guests, Food delivery, Gift/souvenir shop, Indoor venue for special events, Invoice provided, Ironing service, Laundry service, Luggage storage, Meeting/banquet facilities, Meetings, Meeting stationery, On-site event hosting, Outdoor venue for special events, Projector/LED display, Safety deposit boxes, Seminars, Shrine, Smoking area, Terrace, Wi-Fi for special events, Xerox/fax in business center. They seriously have everything!
Cash withdrawal: I'm not sure if they have any ATMs, but they have Cash withdrawal available.
Contactless check-in/out: Thank the heavens because I am bad with people.
Convenience store: Yes, they have a convenience store that sells things!
Dry-cleaning, Ironing service and Laundry service: You can get your clothes cleaned!
Luggage storage: A great help if you don't want to carry your bags around!
Doorman, Elevator So that's another tick in the box!
For the Kids (Or, "Send Help! My Children Are Bored!")
For the Kids: Babysitting service, Family/child friendly, Kids facilities, Kids meal. Listen, I didn't travel with children. But I did see some families! They seemed…to be surviving. This ain't a Disney resort, but at least they've got the basics.
(The Room Itself – The Ultimate Judge)
Available in all rooms, Additional toilet, Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Bathrobes, Bathroom phone, Bathtub, Blackout curtains, Carpeting, Closet, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Daily housekeeping, Desk, Extra long bed, Free bottled water, Hair dryer, High floor, In-room safe box, Interconnecting room(s) available, Internet access – LAN, Internet access – wireless, Ironing facilities, Laptop workspace, Linens, Mini bar, Mirror, Non-smoking, On-demand movies, Private bathroom, Reading light, Refrigerator, Safety/security feature, Satellite/cable channels, Scale, Seating area, Separate shower/bathtub, Shower, Slippers, Smoke detector, Socket near the bed, Sofa, Soundproofing, Telephone, Toiletries, Towels, Umbrella, Visual alarm, Wake-up service, Wi-Fi [free], Window that opens.
- Air conditioning: Essential. Thank goodness.
- Desk: A good place to work, or just to put your feet up.
- Extra long bed: Thank god!
- Refrigerator: Very useful!
- *Wi-Fi [free]: More free Wi-Fi. I've never been so happy.
- Non-smoking: Great!
- Private bathroom: Perfect
The Verdict: Worth the "Unbeatable" Deal?
So, would I recommend Sainte Genevieve Getaway: Microtel Inn & Suites? Honestly? Depends. If you're expecting the Ritz, you'll be disappointed. This is a solid, comfortable, and generally safe option for a road trip stopover or a budget-friendly getaway, that's exactly what the name offers.
Here's My Take, In a Nutshell:
- Pros: Clean, safe, decent Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service, a pool (albeit a small one), and a lot of things to do.
- Cons: It's not exactly a spa destination. The fitness center is meh
Alright, buckle up, buttercup, because this isn't your grandma's meticulously crafted itinerary. This is… well, this is my chaotic, slightly-hungover, maybe-a-little-bit-homesick attempt at seeing Sainte Genevieve, Missouri, from the loving, if slightly worn, embrace of the Microtel Inn & Suites. Let's see if we can even make it out the door, shall we?
The Sainte Genevieve (Mis)Adventure: A Microtel-Fueled Odyssey
Day 1: Arrival & Microtel Mayhem (and a whole lotta "meh")
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Arrival & Hotel Horror (and the promise of clean sheets!)
Okay, so I'd envisioned a grand entrance, maybe a sweeping view, or at least a friendly face at reception. Reality? Drove six hours, fueled by questionable gas station coffee and the unwavering belief that this small town was the escape. The Microtel looms. It's beige. And… well, it’s Microtel. The lobby smells faintly of chlorine and… is that a slightly deflated air hockey table? (Note: definitely a slightly deflated air hockey table. I’m already regretting not packing my own sticks.) Check-in was fine, but I swear Brenda, the front desk lady, looked like she'd seen a ghost. Or, maybe, just another weary traveler.
Anecdote: The key card did not work on the first try. I nearly lost it. I actually started crying, then started laughing at myself. My life, in a nutshell.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Room Reconnaissance & Interior Design Regret (and the bed…oh, the bed)
My room is… beige. Surprise! A beige carpet, beige walls, a beige bedspread (with a vaguely floral pattern that screams "1998"). There's a faint, almost-unidentifiable odor. Possibly cleaning product. Possibly… despair? But hey, the bed looks comfortable. I flop down. It's a good bed. Like, really good. I spend probably way too long just sprawled… and then I doze off.
Quirky Observation: The tiny TV is placed at such a ridiculous angle. It's like the designer was actively trying to induce neck strain.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: The Great Shower Crisis & Towel Troubles (and the mystery of the hair dryer)
Shower time! This is where things begin to go off the rails. The water pressure? Pathetic. Like, a sad, drizzling rain. The shampoo dispenser is empty. And the towels? Thin. So very, very thin. I mean, these towels are practically see-through! I look around for the hair dryer. (Why is the hair dryer always the most elusive appliance?) After a frantic search that leads me to consider the possibility of using the bedside lamp as a makeshift hairdryer, I give up.
Emotional Reaction: Full-blown, mascara-running, "I miss my own fluffy towels" breakdown.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM: "Exploring" Downtown (maybe…?) & Dinner (probably fast food)
Okay, so I attempt to be a tourist. Head towards the "historic" downtown area. I park and think about wandering around, I feel a bit weird, am I too early to this town? There is a lot of empty space and some very old buildings. I don't think I love the walk, and it's already getting dark. Head back to Microtel. I'm exhausted. I decide to forgo the charming French cuisine the brochure promised and…yeah, I'm getting fast food. Burger and fries. It's everything.
Opinionated Rant: Downtown Sainte Genevieve could be amazing. It has the bones. But it needs a serious injection of… life! More people! More shops! More… well, more something!
Day 2: Double-Downing on "Experience" (and the Emotional Rollercoaster)
Morning: Breakfast & The Coffee Catastrophe (and why I hate hotel coffee)
Breakfast at the Microtel. The continental breakfast. The usual suspects. There's that machine that dispenses those mini-cereal boxes! I love those! Coffee. I try the coffee. It's… weak. Undrinkable. The kind of coffee that tastes like it's been brewed in a swamp for a week. I’m considering a coffee shop run if I’m honest.
Messy Structure: I need coffee. Seriously. I'm starting to think about the coffee as I remember.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM: The "Grave" Experience (and the unexpected feels)
This is going to become the focus of the day. I decided to go to the cemetery; I’ve heard a lot of whispers, or read some stories on it. The cemetery is… old. Really old. Cobwebs thick as shrouds. Stone angels with missing wings. Names worn smooth by time. I wandered for hours. Initially, it was just morbid curiosity. But then… it got to me.
I found myself staring at a child's grave. The tiny, faded image of a lamb carved into the stone. A lump formed in my throat. I didn't even know these people, but the silence of the place, the weight of history, the reminder of loss… it hit me.
Stronger Emotional Reaction: I started to cry again. Actual, proper sobs. This place. This cemetery. It was beautiful and overwhelmingly sad. I sat on the grass, watching the way the shadows moved, and I felt the weight of time, the fragility of life. It was unsettling, but oddly… peaceful.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Lunch & Regrouping (and the search for a decent sandwich)
After all that… I need a sandwich. I go searching. It's so hard to find a place to eat in this city. There are some fast food places, but I’m still full from yesterday. I end up at a diner. It’s okay. Very basic. Nothing special.
Afternoon: "Doing" Things & the Great Escape (or at least, a nap)
I considered another foray into the historic district. But the cemetery… it kind of took it out of me. So, I went back to the Microtel. And I slept. A long, glorious, uninterrupted nap. Woke up and felt…almost human. The power of the bed.
Rambling: I should have gone out. Should have been more active. Should have… blah, blah, blah. The truth? I needed the nap.
Day 3: Departure & Existential Dread (and the promise of home)
Morning: Checkout & The Goodbye (or, the farewell to the beige)
Checked out. Brenda was probably relieved. The whole process was fine.
The Drive Home: Reflections & Maybe Another Stop?
On the road. Windows down, music up, feeling… well, feeling like myself again. And for all the imperfections, all the questionable coffee, the beige, and the slightly depressing historic district, I actually appreciated Sainte Genevieve. In its own, slightly dusty, kind of melancholic way. I needed the rest.
Final Rambling: I might go back sometime. This maybe wasn’t the best vacation ever. But it was okay. And that's enough, right? Right?
Okay, spill the tea. Is this Sainte Genevieve thing REALLY worth it?
Alright, fine, you want the truth? Look, I'm gonna level with you. Sainte Genevieve? It's not Paris. (Though, fun fact, they *do* apparently pronounce it "San Jen-veeve." *eyeroll*) But *is* it worth it? Depends. Are you looking for a five-star experience where a waiter brings you a diamond-encrusted spoon for your yogurt? Then, no. But are you looking for a charming, historic little town, where time seems to slow down a bit, and you can actually, *gasp*, relax? With, like, a *really* sweet deal on a Microtel? Then, yeah. I was skeptical, I *truly* was. Microtel? I've had some *experiences* with budget hotels, let me tell you. But this one? This one was... different. Keep reading, I'll get to the Microtel part. Promise.
So, the Microtel itself... What's the *deal*? Is it clean? Because, ew...
Okay, you want the nitty-gritty. Fair enough. The Microtel in Sainte Genevieve? Honestly, it surprised me. We're talking *clean*. Like, properly clean. And I'm a bit of a germaphobe, I admit it. I once spent an hour meticulously wiping down a hotel room with Clorox wipes before I would *dare* touch anything. (Don't judge me, you've done it too!) This one didn’t require that level of obsessive prep. It wasn't a palace, obviously. But the sheets were fresh, the bathroom didn't look like a crime scene, and the air conditioning actually *worked*. Praise be! And the price? Let’s just say I felt like I was getting away with something. Like, I almost felt guilty paying so little. Almost.
What's there to *do* in Sainte Genevieve, besides sleep in a cheap hotel? Be honest!
Okay, here's the deal: the *main* draw isn't a six-flags-sized amusement park. It's... well, it's *charm*. Seriously. Think: cobblestone streets, historic houses, and a pace that's slower than molasses in January. We're talking antique shops galore – and I *love* antique shops. You can wander around for hours, pretending you're a time traveler. The shops are packed with treasures, and you can haggle (I'm terrible at it, but I try!). There's a stunning historical district. The old Catholic church is pretty breathtaking. And the local restaurants… oh, the *restaurants*. And it’s like a time machine - old world, and very French. Which is interesting because it’s in Missouri!
Any particular recommendations for things to see or do? Spill the tea!
Alright, buckle up, because I've got some insider tips. First, the *Bolduc House Museum*. Really check it out. Seriously. It's like stepping back into the 18th century French Colonial era. The tour guide was actually *passionate* about the history. I'm not even a history buff, and I was captivated. Second: the *Ste. Genevieve Museum Learning Center*. It’s great for a rainy day, or any day! Next, and this is crucial: **eat at The Old Mill Stream Inn Restaurant**. Get the fried chicken. Just do it. Don't question me. Just... eat the fried chicken. My stomach is rumbling just thinking about it. And the pecan pie... Oh, the pecan pie! (Seriously, I might need to go back *just* for the pie...) And, bonus points for visiting during the Christmas Festival. It's ridiculously charming. Ridiculously.
Okay, let’s talk about that Microtel deal. What's the *catch*? There HAS to be a catch!
Look, I'm a cynical person by nature. I expect the catch. I *look* for the catch. With the Microtel, here's the truth... It isn't the Ritz-Carlton. You're not getting a spa, or a Michelin-starred chef. But the "catch"? Barely exists. It’s clean, comfortable, and the staff were genuinely friendly. Seriously. The price was so low, I assumed they were going to try to sell me a timeshare at breakfast. Which, they didn’t. Maybe I lucked out, maybe it was off-season, I don’t know. But compared to some of the *horror shows* I've stayed in, this was a dream. The sheets weren’t threadbare, the coffee was decent, and the wi-fi actually worked! And trust me, in the modern world, that's actually a *huge* deal. I am serious. I booked, like, three more trips.
What about food, besides the fried chicken? Are there other options?
Yes! Don't worry, you won't starve. Besides the aforementioned fried chicken (seriously, go), there are other options. There are a few cute little cafes and restaurants to choose from. If you’re up for a drive, there's a nice brewery, The Sainte Genevieve Brewing Company, with some decent pub fare. They have an awesome outdoor space. I thought it was a little out of the way, but it was worth it for the atmosphere, and an awesome beer. And the pizza? Not bad. It’s not New York pizza, but it hits the spot. Also, be sure to grab some pastries at a local bakery. Just... go hungry. Because you *will* find something to eat. Or, if you’re really on a budget, there is a supermarket, so you can always grab snacks and drinks. But honestly? Part of the charm of Sainte Genevieve is the food.
Okay, so if I had an issue... what would it be? Even you have to admit there must be *something*...
Alright, fine. You got me. I'm not trying to sell you a used bridge. Even paradise has *some* flaws. One thing: It's a small town. Think *really* small. If you're looking for non-stop nightlife, or sophisticated city experiences, this ain't it. It’s quiet. *Very* quiet, especially at night. My biggest issue? The internet signal wasn't always perfect. Fine for casual web browsing. But if you’re planning on streaming a movie, or need super-fast wifi for work, you might get some buffering. But honestly, considering how much you're paying, I can live with it. Also, some of the shops close early on certain days. Just check the hours before you plan your visit. I wanted to buy a specific antique, and I was *so* disappointed when I missed it by 10 minutes because I wasn't organized enough.
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