Originally Posted by
deubster
Evening reception is standard on weeknights at most all Residence Inns (I've stayed in lots)
True, but I think
rte66kid was pointing out that occasionally you run across a RI that goes above and beyond the build-your-own-taco bar. The RI in San Antonio occasionally cooked out for us - nice grilled chicken sandwiches, burgers, brats, and cold beers outside - but it was only about once a week.
But no question: finding a good full-service hotel with a well-stocked C-level is the best way to go. Assuming, that is, that you will stay within that hotel group often enough to reach whatever frequent-stay level is required for access.