On Tuesday, Nov. 21, my daughter and I were too tired to try to make it to Dallas, so checked for a hotel in Monroe. Residence Inn was perfect for us. The staff welcomed us like long lost friends, had a delicious evening "snack" (fajita chicken, nacho chips, salad, all the trimmings, and a most delicious roll). This was followed by super chocolate brownie bites. Ummm. Our room was sooo comfortable: soft sheets and duvette, really scrunchy pillows, and two great flat screen televisions. The sofa in the living room invited you to put up your feet and relax! Next morning a great breakfast served by a sweet hostess who was so very helpful in getting us any extras. Basically, everyone there leaned over backwards to make us feel at home...and the hotel was definitely full, so they already had plenty to keep them busy. All in all, we are finding this chain by Marriott to be our favorite, for long or short stays...complete fully stocked kitchens included. Our favorite has always been the R I in Waco, Texas, but Monroe, Louisiana is running right up there, too.

Loved the location - right behind the mall with several restaruants to choose from! My room was spacious and comfortable. I appreciate the fact that I had enough towels to last 4 days and didn't require any maid service...that's one thing I DON'T do at hotels...I wait until I leave for them to come in - too risky these days. Nevertheless, I have enjoyed my stays there - It think twice now. Breakfast is the best I've ever had at any hotel chain...good find!

This is a nice property. My room was spacious with a small dining table and sitting area. The bed and pillows weren't as good as what I am used to at the Marriott properties. However, the first thing I noticed when I walked into the bathroom was someone else's long dark hairs on the light colored tiled floor. I could also tell that the tub hadn't been cleaned. It was late and I was tired, so I sure didn't feel like having to go through the ordeal of changing rooms. During my entire stay I had this creepy feeling like the whole room hadn't been properly cleaned. Yuck. Maybe this was an isolated incident; however, you have to wonder.

My family was traveling through to and from Texas and stayed in Monroe to break up the driving. We stayed here both on the way and on the way home. The staff here is very friendly and they have one of the best "free" breakfasts of any chain. We stayed in a two bedroom suite where we had plenty of room and it was easy enough for one bedroom to go to sleep while the living area was still occupied. Also, it is nice to have a full kitchen. We especially enjoyed the multiple televisions in the room, one had the World Series on the other a movie, which definitely kept any arguing down to a minimum.

This is a great place to stop in Monroe.