Lionshead Lake Beach

This hotel does not tell the full truth with their photos. It’s dingy, and seems like nothing has been replaced or repaired in 30 years. Everyone working there was very nice and helpful, but the rooms and the hotel in general feels dirty and old. The stucco is peeling off the outside walls, and faucets are falling off sinks, and everything is broken or in need of updating. I would not stay here again.

The room was nice and clean. The beds were comfortable and the room had a lot of amenities. However, the lobby smelled like they were filming a cheech and chong movie. Parking is not on site, its an added fee and is a walk, about 5-10 min. There is construction on the street that shut down the road, so my family and I had to load the car on a busy street double parked and in an unsafe manner for check out. The area around seems remotley safe, but it was 5 degrees when we arrived, so it may not be as safe if more people were out. However, its located close to a bus depot which could be useful for some. The night checked in employee called several times checking on our arrival time. We arrived at 1030 pm and it seemed like an inconvenience for them. No where did it state that they expected us at a certain time, only that check in was after 4. Ive stayed in hundreds of hotels, and this was a first. They asked us to call 5 min before arrival so they could be there, so i do not beleieve that there were any over night staff.

I stayed here for 7 nights with my husband. Here is my honest assessment of the pros and cons: PROS 1. Location is close to the airport 2. Complimentary continental breakfast daily (The same thing daily - Waffles, egg, bagels, cereal, oatmeal and sausage) 3. Free airport shuttle 4. Spacious room 5. Functioning heater in the room 6. A mini snack and drinks section (for purchase) CONS 1. Limited breakfast options for people who don’t eat meat. There were never any fish options. 2. The breakfast area was not big enough. It was always crowded and getting a seat was like playing musical chairs. 3. Only 1 of the 2 elevators was working, which was a nightmare. The hotel has 6 floors, you do the math on the wait times - absolutely horrible. 4. The hotel definitely has a lot of age, especially the rooms. An upgrade is needed asap. We did notice some upcoming construction, hopefully the relevant areas will be renovated. 5. The staff aren’t friendly and don’t speak. Saying good morning to housekeepers and the shuttle driver was a waste. What was hilarious is that the shuttle driver was curt and ignored greetings, but played gospel music all the way to the airport. Lol. 6. While the hotel is close to the airport, the entrance to the hotel is scary at night. Even all of our Uber drivers took a pause when they exited the highway to get to the hotel. It would make one think they’re being set up. Very strange location. 7. Public areas are dirty - stairwell and elevator especially