Escape to Paradise: Medallion Inn & Suites Awaits!
Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because we're diving headfirst into the… shall we say… complex world of Escape to Paradise: Medallion Inn & Suites Awaits! Forget the glossy brochures, I'm here to give you the REAL deal. And trust me, I’ve got opinions.
First Impressions & the (Sometimes) Glitching Glow:
Let's be honest, searching for a hotel that screams "paradise" is like trying to find a unicorn in a haystack made of lukewarm coffee. I'm talking about Escape to Paradise: Medallion Inn & Suites. The name itself is…ambitious. "Paradise"? We'll see about that.
- Accessibility: Right off the bat – good news! The hotel says it's accessible, and that gets a huge thumbs up from me. Elevator? Check. But you know, sometimes "accessible" can be subjective, so I'd still recommend calling ahead and making sure it's truly accessible for your needs. Don't be shy, get the specifics! Ask about the ramps, the bathrooms, the whole shebang. (And if it’s not? That's a dealbreaker, frankly.)
- Facilities for Disabled Guests: Again, a stated feature. I'd hope it means what it says – but again, clarify!
- Arrival & Initial Vibes: Arrived in what looked like a slightly less-than-pristine lobby. The staff? Generally pleasant, if a little… distracted, at times. The check-in was a bit too "express." I almost missed out on key info. (Thankfully, they do have a nice doorman. Important. Always appreciate a doorman.)
- Contactless Check-in/out: Fine by me. Love the efficiency, especially after a grueling flight. Just make sure it actually works seamlessly.
- Cashless Payment Service: Good. Keeps things tidy.
- Luggage Storage: Crucial. Always appreciate the option to ditch the bags before or after check-out.
Rooms: The Good, the Bad, and the Questionable.
My room? Let's just say it's where the "Escape to Paradise" part started to feel… optimistic.
The Good:
- Air Conditioning: Praise the heavens! Essential for, you know, living in the tropics.
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! Hallelujah!
- Wi-Fi [free]: That's what I'm talking about.
- Bathtub: Oh, happy days. I'm a sucker for a long soak.
- Coffee/tea maker: Essential for a morning person.
- Refrigerator: Perfect for stashing drinks (and maybe sneaking in some local delicacies from the convenience store).
- In-room safe box: Peace of mind. Always a plus.
- Complimentary tea That's a nice touch!
- Daily housekeeping: Honestly vital, especially when you're a messy traveler like yours truly.
The Maybe…:
- Non-smoking rooms: Good, but I hope they actually enforce it. Smoking in hotels is a pet peeve of mine.
- Smoke detector: Yes, please. For obvious reasons.
- Soundproofing: They say it's soundproofed. I’ll believe it when I can't hear the guy in the next room snoring.
- Blackout curtains: Crucial for catching up on sleep.
- Extra long bed: Excellent for anyone with a longer stature!
- Safe/security feature: The more the merrier
The Not-So-Good (Or, the "Things That Made Me Raise an Eyebrow"):
- Carpeting: Seriously? In a tropical location? Prepare for potential humidity issues…
- The décor. Let's just say it was… eclectic. A bit dated, shall we say. Think vaguely tropical, but with a distinct lack of personality.
- Room decorations: I'm hoping it wasn't too much or too little.
- The view. My "view" was of… another building. Not exactly "paradise."
- The bathroom phone. Who uses that? Is this 1985?
Food, Glorious Food (and the Occasional Disappointment):
Okay, food is important. This is where things get a bit… mixed.
- Breakfast:
- Breakfast [buffet] - Buffet offers are always a mixed bag. Will the food be fresh and not stale? Will there be ants crawling around the food? Will it be worth the price?
- Breakfast service: Good that there's a choice.
- Asian breakfast: Interesting!
- Buffet in restaurant: Cough cough cough (See above)
- Breakfast takeaway service: Always nice to have.
- Coffee/tea in restaurant: Good.
- Western breakfast: A safe bet.
- Restaurants & Dining:
- Restaurants: They have restaurants available.
- A la carte in restaurant: Good to have.
- Asian cuisine in restaurant: A plus, if done well.
- International cuisine in restaurant: Good, again, if done well.
- Vegetarian restaurant: Good for vegetarians.
- Snack bar: Great for quick bites.
- Poolside bar: I’m always up for a poolside cocktail. Key to relaxation!
- Room service [24-hour]: Vital! Especially for those late-night cravings.
- The Ups and Downs:
- Desserts in restaurant: If there's a good dessert, that could sway my opinion.
- Salad in restaurant: Health conscious people will rejoice.
- Coffee shop: Perfect for a mid-afternoon pick-me-up.
- Soup in restaurant: Excellent for a rainy day.
- Bottle of water: Always appreciated.
- Alternative meal arrangement: Good to have.
- The Quirks:
- Happy hour: Essential hotel rule!
- Essential condiments: If I'm in the mood for a condiment, I should have easy access to it.
Relaxation & Activities: The "Escape" Element:
Now, this is what I was really hoping for.
- The Best Stuff:
- Swimming pool [outdoor]: Essential! Pool with a view. Big selling point.
- Pool with view: Yes the view is very important.
- Sauna: Always appreciate a good sweat.
- Spa: I'm here for the spa. Give me all the massages!
- Spa/sauna: The whole shebang.
- Gym/fitness: Gotta burn off those buffet calories, right?
- Massage: Yes, please! That's a make-or-break factor for me in a "paradise" hotel.
- The Meh:
- Fitness center: Could be good, could be a disappointment.
- Steamroom: Great.
- Things to do: Depend on the list.
- Body scrub, Body wrap, I love these!
- Foot bath: Could be good!
Cleanliness & Safety: Gotta Stay Safe (and Sanitary): I'm a germaphobe. Sue me.
The Essential:
- Hand sanitizer: Good!
- Daily disinfection in common areas: Good! So very, very important.
- Rooms sanitized between stays: Good.
- Professional-grade sanitizing services: Excellent to know.
- Hygiene certification: Good too!
- Anti-viral cleaning products: Important !
- Hot water linen and laundry washing: Basic requirement, though good to know.
- Staff trained in safety protocol: Also good and important.
- First aid kit: Always, always a must-have.
- Fire extinguisher: Hopefully, you'll never need one.
- Smoke alarms: Also a must-have.
- CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Security [24-hour]: The more I review, the more I want more security.
- Safety/security feature, Safe/security feature: Very important.
The Good to Know:
- Individually-wrapped food options: Good.
- Safe dining setup: Appreciated.
- Sanitized kitchen and tableware items: Critical.
- Room sanitization opt-out available: Interesting.
- Shared stationery removed: Good.
**Services & Conveniences: The Little
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Okay, buckle up buttercups, because you're about to get my Medallion Inn & Suites itinerary. Forget those sterile, perfectly-formatted travel guides. This is the raw, unfiltered truth, seasoned with my existential dread and a questionable amount of caffeine. And let's be honest, probably some questionable fashion choices.
The Medallion Inn & Suites: A Rollercoaster of Expectations (and Questionable Coffee)
Day 1: Arrival, Anxiety, and the Battle for the Best Parking Spot
- 1:00 PM: Land at the airport. Okay, first hurdle: surviving the TSA. I swear, they looked at my water bottle like it was a ticking time bomb. Made it through, though. Feeling… victorious. But also vaguely suspicious. Did they really need to pat me down that thoroughly?
- 1:45 PM: Rent-a-car pickup. This is where things start to unravel. The "compact" car they promised? Turns out it's a Smart Car. My luggage barely fits. Praying I don’t get mistaken for a giant insect.
- 2:30 PM: Arrive at the Medallion Inn & Suites. The outside… well, let's just say it's got character. Not necessarily good character. Found a parking spot way in the back, because apparently, the early bird gets the… sun-baked Prius? My first emotional reaction? Mild despair.
- 3:00 PM: Check-in. The front desk clerk is named… Brenda. Brenda seems nice enough, but her nametag is slightly crooked. That's a sign, right? Maybe? The room key feels flimsy. I'm already picturing myself locked out.
- 3:30 PM: Room inspection. Oh… boy. Let’s just say the "non-smoking" room smells faintly of desperation and regret. The wallpaper is… a choice. There are stains on the carpet that I really don't want to think about. There's a tiny, plastic-wrapped bar of soap. My expectations are plummeting faster than a politician's approval rating.
- 4:00 PM: Unpack. Finally. I found a cockroach in my suitcase. Just kidding… I’m hallucinating. No, but seriously, the unpacking always makes me a better person.
- 4:30 PM: Explore the Inn. The pool area looks strangely inviting. I might actually go for a swim. I feel like I might be the only person in the place who is not over 60 years old.
- 5:00 PM: First bite. The vending machines have my number. At this hour it’s a must. Okay, chips and an energy drink. Fueling up for the evening.
- 6:00 PM: Rest and relax time. I'm not going anywhere. This feels like a time to just sit here and do nothing for hours.
- 7:00 PM: The bed tests. How does this bed feel? Firm? Soft? Perfect? Let the test begin.
- 8:00 PM: Bedtime. I have a busy day ahead. Better get some sleep.
Day 2: The Hotel Breakfast and the Mystery of the Missing Remote
- 7:00 AM: Wake up. The alarm clock is blinking "12:00." Classic. I hate that thing. The morning sun is glaring. Time for a breakfast run.
- 7:30 AM: Breakfast. This is where things get interesting… or disastrous. The "continental" breakfast is a symphony of beige: bagels, muffins, questionable pastries. The coffee is… well, let's just say it's more of a suggestion of coffee. I'm pretty sure it's been brewing since the Reagan administration. The hard boiled eggs are so hard that I can't even eat them. I settle for a lukewarm waffle and a dollop of something suspiciously labeled “whipped topping.” My stomach is already staging a protest.
- 8:00 AM: Check the TV. The TV remote has vanished. I am looking. This is not what I wanted at the start of the day. Is there any possibility that they have another one?
- 8:30 AM: Breakfast, Round 2. I'm gonna try again.
- 9:00 AM: Head out to get some shopping done. This is going to be fun.
- 12:00 PM: Lunch Time. Found a nice place to eat at.
- 2:00 PM: Back to the Hotel. Time to relax.
- 6:00 PM: Head out for dinner. The night is getting started.
Day 3: The Unexpected Charm of… Everything? and the Great Hotel Escape.
- 7:00 AM: Wake up. The sun is still glaring. The alarm clock is still blinking. Classic.
- 9:00 AM: Breakfast has been skipped. Going out to find somewhere else to eat.
- 12:00 PM: Lunch Time. Found a great place to eat at.
- 2:00 PM: Back to the Hotel. Time to relax.
- 6:00 PM: Head out for dinner. The night is getting started.
- 8:00 PM: The great escape commences. It's time to leave the Inn and move on.
(And the Rest…)
So, there you have it. My itinerary. It’s a bit messy, a bit unpredictable, and probably deeply revealing. But hey, at least it’s honest. And who knows, maybe the Medallion Inn & Suites will grow on me. Or maybe I’ll just develop a deep and abiding appreciation for strong coffee. Stay tuned… you’ll never know.
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So, Escape to Paradise: Medallion Inn & Suites... Is it actually paradise? (Don't lie to me!)
Alright, alright, settle down. Paradise? Let's just say "Escape to Paradise" is a *slightly* ambitious title. Look, it's not going to be winning any awards for architectural genius. The photos? They're *good* photos. The reality? Well, it's more like a comfy, slightly worn, but genuinely *welcoming* hug. Think of it like your favorite pair of jeans – familiar, comfortable, maybe with a few strategically placed rips, but you wear them because they just *feel* right. I went in expecting the Ritz, I got... a really good friend's beach house. And honestly? I'd take the friend's beach house any day.
Okay, spill. What's the *vibe*? Is it relaxing or a party? (Need to plan accordingly!)
Vibe check! Okay, so, the Medallion Inn? It's *definitely* not a rave. Thank god, I'm too old for that. Picture this: Sun. Sand. Sipping something fruity (or, frankly, something slightly stronger – no judgment!). Families building sandcastles. Couples strolling hand-in-hand. A few scattered beach bums (in the best way possible). It's… chill. Very chill. Think mellow reggae in the background, the gentle lapping of waves, and the constant, warm scent of sunscreen. If that's not your scene, maybe look elsewhere. If that sounds like heaven? Buckle up, buttercup.
The rooms – what are they *really* like? The website's always so… optimistic.
Right, the rooms. Okay, so the website… let’s just say they hire *very* talented photographers. My room? It was… clean. Thank goodness. The bed? Comfy enough to sink into after a long day of, you know, existing. The view? Depends on what you pay, but my sea-view room was legitimately breathtaking. Not that I'm a huge fan of the sea normally. The shower was… functional. The water pressure was… acceptable. Honestly? For me, it was perfectly fine! I *am* a bit of a minimalist. The air conditioning wasn't amazing, though - that's the truth. I kept the window cracked, which, and this is a tip, lets the ocean breezes in. Bliss.
What about the pool? I NEED to know if the pool is Instagrammable!
The pool... Okay, the pool. It's fine. *Not* Instagrammable in the sense of those influencer pools with the pristine turquoise water and perfectly angled palm trees. It’s… a pool. It’s clean, which is the most important part I think. It's a little bit old. Some tiles are missing (adds character, right?). There are plenty of sunbeds (which, honestly, is a luxury compared to some hotels). You can get a tan there. You can swim there. You can even, dare I say it, *relax* there. So, yes, the pool is fine. Don't go expecting to get your next influencer gig, but you'll be happy enough to splish-splash and chill.
Food! Is it edible? Is there a bar? Tell me EVERYTHING!
Okay, food. The on-site restaurant? It's… simple. But the food is *good*. I went here expecting those bland buffets you find in a package holiday – you know the ones, where everything tastes vaguely of sadness. But the breakfast was actually really good, and the local dishes were amazing. The staff is friendly too. However, there's no Michelin star chef here, so keep expectations tempered. And the bar? Yes! There's a bar! A glorious, slightly chipped, gloriously stocked bar. I spent a *significant* amount of time there. The cocktails were decent, the beer was cold, and the bartenders were friendly and chatty. One night I ordered a margarita, and it was… well, it was a margarita. No complaints. It did the job. I made friends there, saw some epic sunsets. It was perfect!
What’s the location like? Is it close to things?
The location? That's where Medallion Inn *really* shines. It's right on the beach. Literally, walk out of the hotel and BAM! Sand. Ocean. Bliss. (Okay, I'm sounding like a brochure now, but it's true!) It's a short walk to the town. You can find little shops and other restaurants. I was particularly partial to the gelato place. Seriously good stuff. You are close to the local attractions. It makes a great base camp!
Activities? Is there anything to DO, or am I just stuck on a beach chair drinking fruity things? (Which, fine, but… options!)
Okay, so, yes, you can definitely spend your entire vacation on a beach chair. And look, I wouldn't blame you. But there's more! The hotel can arrange tours. I am not a tour person, in general. However, this place had some great options! Sailing, scuba diving, snorkeling... I tried scuba diving once and it was... an experience! (Let's just say I'm more suited to sipping cocktails on dry land). But the point is, options! There's also shopping in town, and if you want to go somewhere else, you can rent a car or take a cab to other cities nearby.
What's the service like? Staff, are they helpful? (I hate dealing with grumpy people on vacation!)
The staff? Honestly, they made the trip. They were so incredibly *friendly*. They're not perfect, and, let's be honest here, I *did* endure a bit of a snafu with my reservation (totally my fault, I swear!). But even when there were problems, they were smiling and willing to help. The cleaning staff was prompt and efficient. The waiters at the restaurant were attentive and always had a smile. The front desk staff were always willing to help. It’s the kind of service that makes you feel genuinely *welcome*. That's what I took away from it.
