Breathtaking view from our room. The hotel is quiet and clean, full breakfast and relaxed vibe…read more (Will write more soon

I recently had the pleasure of staying at the Silver Cloud Hotel in Ruston, and by "pleasure," I…read moremean a full-contact endurance experience. Let's start with the parking lot, which appears to have been designed exclusively for clown cars or perhaps very optimistic compact vehicles. If you're driving anything larger than a shoebox, prepare for a thrilling game of "will this fit," followed by a graceful 17-point turn. The rooms are described as comfortable, which I assume is hospitality code for "cozy if you don't inhale too deeply." Spacious is not a word I would use unless we are comparing it to a broom closet. Now, if you enjoy saunas but wish they came without consent, you're in luck. My heater was stuck at a steady 78 degrees day and night, turning my room into a tropical retreat I never asked for. To their credit, they did move me... to a room where I could enjoy the next feature. Trains. Loud, proud, earth-shaking trains. All day. All night. Not "in the distance" trains, but "is there a locomotive in my hallway" trains. If you've ever wanted to feel like you're sleeping directly on a railroad track, this is your moment. There is technically a water view, which sounds lovely until you realize the parking lot sits right below your window. So when you open the blinds, you're not just enjoying the scenery, you're starring in it. Breakfast was... ambitious. I would have gladly paid extra for something edible, or at least something that didn't feel like it lost a fight with a microwave. After working a very long night, I thought maybe, just maybe, there'd be a small gesture of goodwill like a late checkout. Instead, I was told they had 68 checkouts that day, which apparently made flexibility impossible. No apology, no acknowledgment of the sauna experience, no effort to make it right. Just a firm "time to go." All things considered, I'd rate this stay somewhere between a 1 and a 2 out of 5. I won't be returning, and consider this your friendly warning: if you stay here, bring a small car, earplugs, and a strong sense of humor.

Check in at the Hotel Murano was very easy, parking was also no problem and had elevators available…read morefor bringing up luggage from the car. The room is clean and well maintained. The lobby is very spacious and has a nice lounge area with a small but good bar. There is a Snack lounge on the 25th floor with soda, ice, water, chips and more. The hotel has a glass art theme as do the rooms. We have exotic glass lamps that glow from within. Lamp shades and covers also made from blown glass. This hotel is run well and feels very welcoming.

Disappointing this time. We stayed here once before with a better experience. We booked the Patron…read moreClub Level but were not told the Patron Club lounge was under renovation. So no snacks and no substitutions for the special level of service for the Club Level for those snacks. No one told us until we asked later in the evening if there was an amenities to cover the complimentary breakfast in the Patron Club room. Ultimately they did give us two $20 coupons for breakfast. So we did that but still had to pay more because that didn't cover the whole cost of our meal. Our room was 3 doors down from the elevator... could hear the elevator all night. Our room itself was odd - no microwave and no dresser only the table holding the tv. We asked the front desk about the microwave (again, an amenity in the Patron Club room) and someone brought one to us which we had to set on the floor. (So odd.) Location of this hotel is nice but the rooms are iffy and service at the desk was unpredictable. The restaurant service was GREAT!

I actually had a great experience at Holiday Inn Express Tacoma. Stayed the night here to attend a…read moreconcert at the Tacoma Dome. It was literally minutes away. About a 5 minute drive there and we walked back which took us about 20 minutes. Easy peasy. We had 2 rooms, next to each other. One to get dressed and the other for family as we would explore Tacoma the following day. The rooms were decent size. We had a king bed and a full size pull out couch and a nice view. The room also had a Keurig and a mini fridge. The rooms were clean and comfortable. There was breakfast in the morning that was pretty good. I was thrilled about the garage parking as I saw broken car windows of cars parked on the street. The garage was gated and required a key card for entry. I worried for nothing. My car was safe. My only gripes are that the rooms were not connected and there was construction going on. That was not enough to make me unhappy with my stay. Overall, 9/10 I would recommend.

My stay here last night was pretty great! The king size bed was so comfortable, trust me. I would…read moredefinitely stay in this room again. I also really loved the towels, lol. They weren't a 100% cotton and that makes them just a little bit softer. My room was very clean. What can I say? I would come back when I'm driving through Tacoma. The downside.. Around 9:30 a.m. a dog started howling so I contacted the front desk and they said it was a service dog. Time to get up.

My daughter and I just got back from a 3 night stay. I cannot recommend this place enough!!…read more The good- The beds are sooooo COMFORTABLE! Maybe the best bed I've slept on in a hotel and I'm comparing to 5 star and 5 diamond resorts. Simply so comfy from the mattress to the pillows to the bedding. Top notch. The only recommendation I would make is for the staff to use fragrance free detergent. Aside from that, the beds are perfection. The rooms are CLEAN. I am very particular about cleanliness and usually base my hotel choice on who has the best reputation. This place was spotless daily. Love the two little windows that open in the rooms. It is so nice to have fresh air come in to the room. The gym is very nice. New, clean equipment, a nice bathroon, and filtered water available. The downsides- Only valet available. If you're like me and come and go all day, just park in the structure across the street during the day. Valet at night. No room service. This isn't the end of the world. Call the restaurant downstairs to ask for take away. They are sweet and have things ready quickly.

As promised in my last review from 2022, my husband and I returned to Silver Cloud for a staycation…read moreand booked one of the jacuzzi rooms. Highly recommend, and completely worth the price tag. Since we've stayed here before, we were pretty clear on what to expect. Check in was smooth, the valet staff were super nice, and we had a fantastic stay. The jacuzzi room is definitely spendy, but we were dead set on it. My husband and I started a tradition a few years ago where we nixed Christmas presents and decided to book 2-3 day vacations instead. With this being our belated gift to each other, we knew we wanted to splurge. I'm fully convinced there isn't a room here that has a bad view. We had sweeping views of the water and once the fog lifted in the morning, it was gorgeous! The jacuzzi tub is a little finicky to get the temperature correct, but once we had that figured out it was great. It takes a bit to fill up (about 20 minutes) so just be ready. Silver Cloud at Ruston definitely is a little on the pricier side, but it's entirely worth it in my opinion!

Stayed at this hotel for 3 nights and it was a great one. Did not explore a lot of it as only used…read moreit to sleep in and explored outdoors during the day but the front desk was very nice and helpful (they gave us some toothbrushes and scissors to use when asked), there was a water refilling station at the first floor, the beds were very comfy, and the rooms were a good size. Just note that the fridge we had in the room was quite small so maybe don't bring leftovers to the hotel.

Look we stay at a lot of Marriott properties. Why, because…read morethe rooms are spacious and clean. The value is evident and the staff is almost always exceptionally friendly. Almost.... I had a run in with a gal one fine morning, her name is Edith. She was rude, curt and well a few other words I won't use here. I came down for coffee. 5:45 ish I approached the Bistro counter to ask where I could get coffee. "We don't open until 6:30!" Oh I see do t you have house coffee set up out here? "What do you want just like regular drip coffee?" Um yes. "Well I don't have a till yet so you can pay at the host desk and then come back here." You don't just have any out here like complimentary? "Well you can just drink the coffee in your room!" Ok! So I walked away from what was about to get explosive!!! Sat nearby to wait . At 6:15 she started to serve others, no "hey I'm ready now" or " I can help you now" When I finally ordered my $6.07 coffee I paid in cash. I could tell by the "humph" that this annoyed her. I don't believe I have stayed at a Marriot Courtyard that did not have house coffee in the lobby! I know I have never been verbally accosted like this. Look you are in the hospitality business m, I myself have been for 45 plus years, that ain't how you do it! She should maybe pursue a different career! This doesn't fit the Marriot guidelines I am used to! I will also say they during my stay I interacted with two other employees at said Bistro , Jasmine and Hellen and they both were extremely pleasant

In love with this place. I'm from Europe and this captures the charm of Europe quite well, with…read moregood American hospitality. Jane and Skip are good people with great style. They made vegan breakfast for us, and pointed us to some other points of interest in the area. We will definitely come back.

*This review is for exceptional customer service not the actual hotel*…read more I was scheduled to stay here tomorrow for a concert. The owner just called to let me know the concert was canceled and to cancel my reservation without penalty. Ticketmaster hadn't even notified me yet!!! I am blown away by the amazing customer service. Also I am vegetarian and gluten free and the owner was able to accommodate me without issue. I hope I get the opportunity to stay here in the future. It looks amazing!

Clean with a good breakfast, nice to admit pets. Major demerits for non-working hot tub, though,…read moreand I'll be looking for someplace else until it does work. When will it be fixed? I asked and couldn't seem to get an answer.

Standard Hampton Inn. Easy to check in and check out. Staffs were very friendly. We stopped here…read morefor just a single night. Checked in late and checked out in the morning. Haven't used any amenities other than the breakfast area. Very nice Rooms - comfortable beds and pillows. Stay was very smooth and relaxing after a long drive. The breakfast was decent - pretty standard options for a Hampton. Staffs at the breakfast area were very friendly. The parking was full by the time we reached. Had to park at the back - very lucky to find one to be fair. Decent experience overall.

This review is for McMenamins Pub at the Elks Temple…read more Looking for breakfast, we decided the Pub at McMenamins Elks Temple was the place to go, not only for some good food but also to get my McMenamins Passport stamped. Since the Pub was the only place open at the time of day we were there, only one stamp was to be had... but the delicious breakfast made up for it! I had a half order of the Fungi Benedict which was made with half a toasted English muffin & one scrambled egg, covered with herbed wild mushrooms, sautéed spinach and Hollandaise sauce. Several choices are available for sides and I chose the fresh fruit (fresh strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, and more). It was very tasty and perfectly done. We sat by a window inside, since the outside seating areas were still closed, but the beautiful sunny day made for a perfect venue for breakfast. Our server was attentive, quick to refill water, and made sure to check back in with us regularly. I enjoyed this McMenamins location a lot. I think I'll have to go back to get the rest of my Passport stamps and to sit in one of those outside seating areas that overlook the harbor. I feel another road trip coming on.

Over priced food, lack of menu choices, especially that aren't spicy or hot! Staff is sometimes…read moresuper slow even on a slow or busy night. This place is a hot mess smh

We landed here after we suffered severe water damage at our house and they had to demolish our…read morekitchen and test for asbestos and lead... Our insurance company put us up here and we had a great experience. The breakfast is very high-quality, the customer service is excellent, and the rooms are very comfortable. We had adjoining rooms at the end of the building , and My daughter managed to get us locked out of one of our rooms with the throw bolt closed and the management was amazing about helping us get back in and didn't make her feel bad at all because it was a genuine accident. We have also had the opportunity to swim in the pool when friends were staying here a few months back and it's very clean and even though it's outdoor, it's a very inviting environment. Everything is clean and everyone is so friendly... The fire pit out front is really nice and they have a little market at the front desk if you just need a couple of small things and don't want to run to the store. The rooms are well appointed with what you need to cook, and that was really nice considering we had left everything behind at our water damaged house. We will definitely stay here again if the need arises.

During my stay from July 3-8, I experienced several unacceptable issues. My room was not properly…read morecleaned upon arrival, requiring me to clean the surfaces, dishes, and a dirty toilet myself. I documented the room's condition with photos, although I am not including the toilet photos due to their graphic nature. At 4:12 a.m. on July 8, while getting ready for the airport, I discovered there was no running water. Although the front desk brought me bottled water, guests were never informed about the plumbing issue. Because of the poor room condition, lack of communication, and no water on the morning of my departure, I requested a price reduction/refund. I have not received any response from the hotel staff or manager, despite sending an email. When I checked out, there was no one at the front desk available to speak with. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this location. I also stayed here in December and experienced similar issues. I chose to give the hotel another chance, but I encountered the same problems with the condition of the room. It is very disappointing to have had the same experience twice. Areas for Improvement: The biggest opportunities for improvement are communication, room readiness, and quality control. * Guest communication: If there are known facility issues, such as plumbing problems or loss of water service, guests should be notified as soon as possible. Clear communication allows guests to make arrangements and avoid unexpected disruptions. * Room cleanliness and preparation: Rooms should be fully inspected before guests arrive to ensure they are clean and ready. This includes checking bathrooms, dishes, floors, surfaces, and all areas of the room. Guests should not have to clean upon arrival. * Quality checks and accountability: A final room inspection process would help identify issues before check-in and ensure housekeeping standards are being met. * Front desk availability and follow-up: Having staff available during checkout and responding promptly to guest concerns would greatly improve the overall experience

The Marriott Tacoma Hotel was not in the itinerary for a road trip until my wife tripped and fell…read morein Victoria and sustained serious injuries. We needed to get off that Canadian island and get back in the USA as soon as possible in case she needed additional medical care. I was thinking Seattle had some good hotels and hospitals. But, I also knew we had been to the Marriott Tacoma in the past with my wife liking this hotel very much. We took a chance and made reservations at the Marriott Tacoma. I called the hotel and spoke to "Evie" (Ivana) and explained our situation. I asked her for an upgrade to a corner "wraparound" room that we had stayed in previously. She was able to upgrade me over the phone. Check in was quick and easy. Evie upgraded us to a wonderful wraparound room on a higher floor. The room was perfect with a great view of the city, harbor, and even Mt. Rainer. We had a huge room with a king bed and a sofa bed for our daughter. The M Club lounge was nice. They got rid of the espresso machine that they had during our first visit. They had plenty of bottled water and soda. They had lots of snacks throughout the day. Breakfast is served in the morning and evening appetizers are available in the evening. We were exhausted from the day before where my wife spent the night at the hospital. We went to sleep early and woke up late. They were the perfect hotel for us after our medical scare. Fortunately, my wife is okay and did not need further care until we got back home. We were given a late checkout the next day to continue our road trip to Portland. I cannot thank Evie enough. My wife keeps commenting that this is now one of her favorite Marriott properties.

Customer Service Also found a bug in the bed and the clerk…read moresmashed it without identifying the bug. The representatives were not kind or helpful. We should have stayed at the Murano Hotel. Next time we will know better. Good luck to the future patrons