Holiday Inn Express & Suites : Astoria (OR)

What is your Priority Club status?
Spire Inner Circle

Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes

Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked 2 Room River View East Suite Nonsmoking, given the same on the fourth (top) floor.

How are the rooms?
Outstanding. I was travelling with +1 and her mother so it made sense to share a large room rather than booking two. The view out of the room was spectacular and we saw tons of waterfowl and even a bald eagle sitting on one of the pilings outside. The suite was large and spacious and very comfortable. The gas fireplace in the living room was a nice touch. Having only a single bathroom to share didn't prove to be too much of an issue.

How is the exec. lounge?
N/A

What was good and what was bad?
Terrific location and views. Relatively new build and no visible signs of wear in the rooms and common areas. No issues finding a parking space in the free lot, even when the hotel was sold out. Standard free breakfast options.

No any negatives worth mentioning.

Value for $ or Priority Club Points? Would you return?
For a family, the large suite is a great deal. The views from the river-facing rooms are spectacular. We were sad to leave.