I recently stayed at Candlewood Suites Mishawaka North, and unfortunately, the experience was far from satisfactory. While the location was convenient, the overall condition of the room and hotel left much to be desired.
To start, the bathroom was in dire need of attention. The tub drained slowly, leaving water to pool around my feet during showers, and there was mold around the shower area. The caulking was in poor condition, further contributing to the overall feeling of neglect.
In the main room, the lack of USB plugs was inconvenient, especially in this day and age where charging multiple devices is a necessity. To make matters worse, the pillowcases had visible stains on them, which made me question the cleanliness of the entire room. The room also had an odd, unpleasant smell that lingered throughout my stay.
The layout of the room was another issue. The HVAC unit was positioned right next to one of the beds, at the torso/head level, making it impossible to use without it blowing directly on the person trying to sleep there.
Adding to the discomfort, the refrigerator in the room made loud noises all night long, disrupting sleep. The smoke detector above the bed had a very bright, blinking light that flashed continuously, making it difficult to rest.
The elevator smelled of smoke, and there was no visible inspection license, which was concerning. Lastly, the emergency exit door was broken and left partially open, posing a significant security risk.