[QUOTE=CarolDisney1;6783429]My options an OLD Residence Inn with exterior access (and where a girl was attacked a few weeks ago by a drunk from the resturant next door) or a practically new Homewood. Which would you take? (Me I am going for new LOL!) I checked into the Homewood last week after two months at the RI. The first question I asked myself was "why have I been staying in the slums?" ]

I spent two years almost living in the Renaissance Meadowlands NJ, where i earned Marriott Platinum status.

Then changed client and have stayed in a Homewood Suites in Cranford, NJ over three years.

Renaissance and Homewood in these specific instances are fine options because both properties are in good shape. Furthermore, both MR and HHONORS are excellent programs.

Bottom line--just stay at the property that is in good shape!