Cairo (pronounced Kay-ro), home of the Cairo High School Syrupmakers, is a very small town in Southwest Georgia. While I was visiting family here, the Best Western Executive Inn was a quiet refuge that offered great amenities (kickass breakfasts, including make your own waffles and fresh fruit), good service, and great value. Very quiet in midweek. Ask afternoon manager Craig anything about the town, and he'll be happy to get you there. If I'd been hungry for Mexican food, they have a nice restaurant on the premesis. The decor is nice, but the prices are a little high for a small town. The outdoor pool is unmanned, but was refreshing and well-marked with warnings and water-level signs. If you have business that takes you to Southwest Georgia or Florida's Panhandle, this is a great resting spot.

This is one of two chain hotels in the city. It was built at least 20 years ago, and it has a worn-down feel to it. Our west-facing felt was dark during daylight hours -- maroon/hunter green curtains and bedspread, dark beige paint, -- and was dusty in a few corners (e.g., the telephone cord and the closet top shelf). The furniture and bedding were worn. If you need to be in that area, it may be wiser to stay elsewhere for a place with similar amenities, for example, 15 miles east to Thomasville for more choices.