Hampton all the way....
I'd stay at a Hampton any day of the week.
Embassy Suites used to be my favorite Hilton property. That is until I discovered Homewood Suites. By far, hands down, no question about it, I'll pick a Homewood Suites any day of the week....travel or business.
It is a mini apartment; kitchen (full size frige, microwave, stop top, dishes/glasses/pots & pans, wine glasses, ice maker, the list goes on....), living room, bedroom, dining table. This is STANDARD fare. Most Homewood Suites also have a light dinner M-T and breakfast in the a.m.--all included in the price.
But definitely Hampton over Holiday Inn, express or otherwise.
Dawn