Host Inn & Residential Suites

Let me admit, basically I loved this place for the money vs amenities part. But, don’t want to give it a five star rating simply because of some basic flaws. We stayed there over Christmas weekend to visit the Poconos and an indoor water park nearby. As another user said, yes the place is hidden behind every other building in that vicinity. Nevertheless, adventurous enough we found it. First impression, Hmmmm. Ok. From the outside it is just another building and nothing welcoming about it. The parking spaces are limited, but yeah you find one for sure. A board says
’ Park at your own risk ‘. Bummer! Not something I would b peaceful about. You walk in and then it was wow. The reception area is welcoming, was all Christmasy. The lady in the front desk quickly checked us in, no hassles. Check check! As we stepped into our non smoking room, it smelled like a group of people who ate, drank and lived on tobacco were there for decades! That stink totally put us off, and that my ppl is why I couldn’t go beyond four stars. Had to rush and open the windows in the bedroom and living room so that we don’t die inhaling the reek. Each time, we left the room and and got in, the smell totally hit us hard. But, once we are in, it seemed alright. Either we got used to it or it just stopped smelling, I’m not sure. The rooms were neat and all cleaned well till I saw the dishwasher, the door of which needed some wiping down of old food grime. Yeah, yuck! But, I could still live with that, not too gross because it was just one wipe. Now, other than these two facts, EVERYTHING else was simply awesome. We had to do some shopping while everyone celebrated Christmas at home, Collette at the front office was more than sweet to help us find which ones were open. Yeah, she went out of her way and called the stores to check while all she could’ve done was tell us to drive around and find out. So, check check and double check !! Thank you for that hospitality. We had a good sleep with no sound /​disturbances whatsoever. The free breakfast was limited but just enough for any day. Bacon strips, scrambled eggs, milk, juice, Coffee, bagel, bread, variety of cereals, Yoghurt and doughnuts on the first day and frozen cheese omelette added to the above list on the second day was satisfying enough. We even ordered take out from TGIF where they give you a 10% discount when you show the hotel card. The location is awesome, with Wyoming mall just walking distance (on a warm day, of course) and many other stores /​restaurant around as well. The towels and everything inside were clean, spic and span ! If only the rooms hadn’t smelled of tobacco, I would’ve been totally happy. Nevertheless, will we stay here again. Absolutely !!! Totally worth the money I paid.

The good: large room outfitted with a kitchenette and apt sized appliances (frig, range & dish washer), corner whirlpool bath!!, clean & tidy, friendly helpful staff, low noise level from halls or nearby rooms, good price, reliable wifi connection. A TGIFridays in the same complex, and Dominos pizza delivery til 4am if you get hungry.
The average: dated décor, super soft mattress and weird soft 12“x12″ pillows (about 4 – 6 on our bed, not regular pillows at all), cable tv but not on-​demand options for movies. Very 2-​star level appearance and continental breakfast (coffee was bitter and options weren’t overwhelming, but I didn’t linger too long bc it was so crowded and I wanted to hit the road…).
The bad: hard to find location tucked behind the bigger hotels fronting the street, one parking lot for aforementioned 3 – 4 hotels so parking is difficult and your car winds up far from the host inn. Also note the parking lot is tightly packed with minimal spaces between cars, so it was difficult to get things out of the back seats bc the doors couldn’t open all the way without hitting the vehicles beside us.
Overall good value and location near the highway. Nice for a quick overnight stay but utilitarian more than anything else (i.e. Not for a romantic getaway).
As I was falling asleep last night I thought it reminded me of visiting my grandmas house in Indiana: everything was basic and «old» but tidy and welcoming.

This is a wonderful place for a night’s sleep. Comfortable, inexpensive and close to the track. Staff is always very friendly and the continental breakfast has many choices. I feel very «at home“when I stay here.

The staff was wonderful, I stayed there with my significant other for 3 nights; we just checked out and I couldn’t wait to tell you guys how awesome my experience was.
I left my job at around 3 am, and drove from NY to Wilkes-​Barre, and we arrived at the HostInn around 7:30 a.m., exhausted from the drive and well aware that we weren’t going to be able to check in until 3 p. m which is generally every hotel’s check in time, so I just went inside to settle the bill and inquire about breakfast. Low and Behold; the general manager was more than understanding and didn’t hesitate to offer us an early Check in at no extra charge! I didn’t even ask, he was amazing.
We initially specified a Smoking room, but upon arrival that room wasn’t available, and he offered to let us stay in a non smoking room until one became available to us, he had his staff give us a courtesy call when our room was available and told us where we could find breakfast — but their continental breakfast was better than anything in the area and the staff is super friendly and super accommodating. We have every intention of revisiting !!

My wife and I have stayed here many times visiting relatives in Wilkes Barre.
It is our .home away from home! The entire staff treats you like family.
Very convenient to downtown, the casino and shopping.
All accommodations are suites, complete kitchen, living room and separate bedroom.
If you are ever in the area and in search of a great place to stayl, then look no further than the Host Inn All Suites.

I’m staying in rm101. The room reeks of tobacco smoke. The pullout bed had broken springs and a torn mattress. Didn’t check too carefully for infestations but obviously I will not let my daughter sleep on it. There is a blackened piece of chewing gum impregnated into the carpeting between the double beds. Its 11PM, and they don’t have another room. After driving from Boston, I’m too tired to try to find another hotel at this late hour. Very disappointed.

I have been there several times. Always a friendly reception and a great clean room. Mine had a jacuzzi, 3 tv’s and a fireplace. Breakfast is basically coffee but there are plenty of options just outside. Location is near the casino and if you take the casino special you get $ 50 to play with.
Nearby attractions in Scranton. dont miss the Coal mine tour.

Clean, friendly. Interior is fresh and well cared for. Lobby is nicely appointed but still feels welcoming and homey. Service was good at the continental breakfast, food was replaced as it was depleated. Though the only fresh food are the waffles (and that bowl of apples) — It’s above average for a free hotel lobby breakfast. Heated indoor pool. Free wifi is a little slow but works better than most hotel wifi. Suite included microwave, full size fridge, range, flatware, bowls and glasses. The Inn claims to be accessible and I believe it from a cursory glance.
We brought our dog and found that down the emergency staircase there is a mini fenced dog walking area that even has poo bags. Dog fee applies.
I gave it 5 stars because it is definitely the best hotel I’ve ever found in this price range (I paid $ 79 for a suite for my family of 3 on priceline). It is either independently owned or part of a smaller regional group, and it felt like a well run family operation that takes pride in their business. Very comfortable. My family was very happy.
The previous reviewer is right though– it is hard to find behind the other 2 large national-​chain motels which are between it and the road. Worth finding.

This hotel needs a lesson in marketing. A website that doesn’t really work for important things (like taking your $$ on a reservation), and completely hidden by a larger Holiday Inn with a sign so small you can’t see it from the road. All that said. it is great value.
I paid $ 89 for a room with 2 doubles in a separate bedroom, a small kitchen and decent sized living room with pullout couch.
There are DVD players in every room with free DVDs at front desk, free internet and one of the best free breakfasts I’ve had in a hotel (egg sandwiches, waffles, fruit, cereal, danishes, granola bars, coffee, juice, and tea). Staff is friendly and helpful and there’s lots of shopping and restaurants nearby. Used it as a stop on the way back to Ontario from South Carolina.
There is a small fitness room and decent pool/​hot tub. Cleanliness was above average but not what I would call 5 star, based on very dirty carpets in the hall (crumbs, dirt, etc), no towels at all in the pool area and some wear and tear starting to show on furnishings in general.
The noise level is also not great and walls seem thinner than some hotels.
I want to give it 4 stars, it’s oh so close, with the breakfast, big rooms, great staff… but based on the noise and dirty hallways it’s gotta be 3. Some TLC would help.