Holiday Inn Effingham

We arrived at the hotel before check in time, about 3.5-4 hours early. We were told that there was not a room that was ready, but that they could text us when there was one ready. No big deal. We just went to a place where we were wanting to go so we knew how to get there. About 45 minutes after leaving the hotel, we got a message saying that the room was ready. We later went in the jacuzzi. Very nice. However, there was a family of 3 adults and 4 kids that were in the pool. There were 2 of the 3 adults that left for a few minutes. The 3rd adult let them back in, but had their back turned to the kids, meaning for those few seconds that we had to watch them. Luckily, nothing happened, but what if something did? Safety should be of utmost importance when kids are around water. I also realize that nothing can be done about this, but this is a safety concern. Other than that, not a bad stay.

This hotel was far from a 3.5 star rating! Did not in any way feel worth the money paid. Find another hotel!! Lobby area looked fine, but once on our floor it was grim. Carpeting ripped at elevator entry and dirty, hallway hot and stinky. Trash piled on “ entryway table” and trash can was overflowing. Ice machine working, but coated with scaling. The room stuffy, bedding fine, but room was also grim looking. Most bathroom surfaces clean, but door, wall around door and trim dirty and feeling very unsanitary. In the morning we were awakened around 6 to the sounds of pipes or something thudding and rattling…over and over again. Walls very thin. Upon checkout witnessed disagreement between desk staff and cleaner…both seemed “rough around the edges”!!! No where close to professional. Who trains the staff? No one? Bottom line ….do not stay here!!!

Excellent hotel!!! The bar & restaurant definitely is much better than the typical hotel restaurant and bar. The food is excellent and the bar is a nice addition when traveling! The service was excellent & they have a monthly specialty menu that has amazing options for dinner! The breakfast was one of the best I’ve had the biscuits & gravy are top shelf!

Wonderful staff! Requested extra pillows and they were there in no time. Restaurant was great as well! Dined in for breakfast and dinner. Will definitely stay again

The staff is absolutely wonderful and friendly. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The restaurant is fantastic. It is so relaxing to stop here. We are never disappointed.

Great stay. Very clean and friendly staff The guy breakfast cook on Saturday was the best! We stayed two nights for a softball tournament.