Originally Posted by r415

While they are all newer, I find the bed extremely uncomfortable, the space cramped, with the bed taking up most of the room, and the lack of free breakfast (and better rooms for Platinum upgrades) disappointing. It feels like a budget property to me, except that many of them seem to be priced much higher. If I want a budget property, I would much rather stay at 4 points, which I have found are generally cheaper than Alofts, depending on location of course. In contrast, I've rather enjoyed Element properties. I'm not asking for the St. Regis here, but I'm not sure I can stomach an Aloft again. Of course, I've been spoiled recently with some nicer stays at the Le Meridien, W, and St. Regis.