Lehi's BEST Kept Secret: Days Inn Review (You Won't Believe This!)
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because we're about to dive HEADFIRST into the Lehi's BEST Kept Secret: Days Inn Review (You Won't Believe This!). Forget your meticulously crafted, overly-polished travel blogs. This is real, raw, and probably a little bit too honest. Let's see if this hidden gem is actually a hidden… well, you'll see.
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- Keywords: Days Inn Lehi, Utah, Hotel Review, Accessible Hotel, Free WiFi, Swimming Pool, Breakfast Included, Family-Friendly Hotel, Clean Hotel, Spa, Fitness Center, Lehi Lodging, Utah County Hotels.
- Title Tag: Days Inn Lehi Review: The Good, The Bad, & The Surprisingly… Okay? (Uncensored!)
- Meta Description: Honest review of the Days Inn in Lehi, Utah. We cover everything from accessibility and cleanliness to the breakfast buffet and whether it actually is a "best kept secret." Spoiler alert: it's complicated.
The Prologue: Finding the "Secret" (and My Sanity)
Alright, picture this: you're driving through Lehi, Utah. Lehi. Think… tech companies, wide streets, and a distinct lack of "hidden gems" in the traditional sense. I was on a quick trip, needing a place that wasn't going to break the bank but also wasn't going to make me question my life choices. Enter the Days Inn. Its website promised… well, a Days Inn experience. But the reviews hinted at something more. Hence, the "secret." So, with a deep breath and a prayer to the Travel Gods, I booked it.
First Impressions & Accessibility: A Mixed Bag, Naturally
Accessibility: Okay, this is important. The website claimed accessibility, and thankfully, it walked the walk, mostly.
- Wheelchair Accessible: Yes, ramps and elevators were present, which is a HUGE win. I didn't have a wheelchair, but I made it a point to check. Good for them.
- Facilities for Disabled Guests: They said they had these, but let's face it, you really need to see the room to judge. More on that later.
- Exterior Corridor: Yep, good ol' exterior corridor. Felt a little… exposed at night, honestly. But hey, you can't have it all.
- Front desk: was open and functioning.
Entry & Initial Vibe: The lobby wasn’t exactly palatial. Think functional, not fabulous. Check-in was relatively painless. No weird glances. No major catastrophes. Score one for the Days Inn.
I also noticed a Safety/security feature, CCTV in common areas and outside property and 24-hour Front desk.
Room Review: The Lacking Secret
Okay, let's talk room. The secret (if there was one) clearly wasn't in interior design.
Cleanliness & Safety: The room looked clean. I did my usual obsessive-compulsive inspection (you know, the under-the-bed check, the light switch wipe-down) and found… nothing glaringly horrific. Rooms sanitized between stays? Seemed like it.
Rooms sanitized between stays, Anti-viral cleaning products were a plus.
Non-smoking rooms: thankfully there were.
Available in all rooms: Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Blackout curtains, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Daily housekeeping, Desk, Free bottled water, Hair dryer, In-room safe box, Internet access – wireless, Ironing facilities, Laptop workspace, Linens, Mini bar, Mirror, On-demand movies, Private bathroom, Reading light, Refrigerator, Satellite/cable channels, Seating area, Shower, Smoke detector, Soundproofing, Telephone, Toiletries, Towels, Umbrella, Wake-up service, Wi-Fi [free], Window that opens were a plus.
Internet: Free Wi-Fi? Check. Internet Access – wireless? Double-check. The speed? Let's just say it wasn't going to win any awards. Streaming was okay, but downloading large files? Prepare for a wait.
Additional Considerations:
- The bed? Fine. Not the Ritz, but I survived.
- The bathroom? Functional. The water pressure? Adequate. The toiletries? You guessed it: basic.
- Bathtub, Separate shower/bathtub were nice.
- Additional toilet was good.
- Extra long bed, High floor was a plus.
- Socket near the bed Great for charging things.
The Big Letdown
The “Secret” I was hoping that the “secret” was the room decorations. The room decorations was nothing special. No special touches were apparent.
Soundproof rooms, that's because the room was not spacious at all.
Carpet, was not properly cleaned.
Mirror, was too small
Dining, Drinking & Snacking: Breakfast… the Real Secret?
- Breakfast [buffet]: This is where things got interesting. Days Inn, like many, offers free breakfast. The options? Let's just say it was a classic, and I mean classic, motel breakfast.
- Breakfast service/ Breakfast in room/ Breakfast takeaway service
- Buffet in restaurant
- Coffee/tea in restaurant/ Coffee shop
- International cuisine in restaurant, Western cuisine in restaurant
- The usual: scrambled eggs (questionable origin), sausage (even more questionable origin), waffles (self-service), cereal, yogurt, maybe some sad-looking fruit.
- Asian breakfast
- The Verdict: It filled a hole. It wasn't gourmet. It wasn't Instagram-worthy. But hey, free food.
- Poolside bar, Restaurants, Room service [24-hour], Salad in restaurant, Snack bar, Soup in restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant were there.
Amenities: The Promise and the Reality
- Swimming pool [outdoor]: I didn't use it, but it looked… like a swimming pool. Clean enough, I guess.
- Fitness center: I didn't see a fitness center.
- Spa/sauna: Didn't see a spa.
- Steamroom: Didn't see that either.
- Sauna: No sauna.
- Massage/Body scrub/Body wrap: Not here.
- Kids facilities: They claimed to have Kids facilities, but I didn't see anything that screams "kid-friendly."
- Cashless payment service was a plus
Services & Conveniences: The Basics
- Air conditioning in public area: Good.
- Cash withdrawal,
- Concierge,
- Convenience store,
- Currency exchange,
- Daily housekeeping,
- Doorman,
- Dry cleaning,
- Elevator,
- Facilities for disabled guests,
- Food delivery,
- Gift/souvenir shop,
- Invoice provided,
- Ironing service,
- Laundry service,
- Luggage storage,
- On-site event hosting,
- Outdoor venue for special events,
- Projector/LED display,
- Safety deposit boxes,
- Smoking area,
- Terrace,
- Wi-Fi for special events,
- Xerox/fax in business center were available.
The Quirks & Anecdotes: The Days Inn "Charm"
Okay, here's where it gets real.
- The Elevator Saga: The elevator was SLOW. Like, painstakingly slow. I swear, waiting for that thing felt like an eternity. It's a minor thing, but it added to the overall "basic" experience.
- The Water Pressure Conspiracy: The water pressure in my shower was… inconsistent. Sometimes a gentle trickle, sometimes a surprisingly forceful blast. I never quite figured it out.
- The People-Watching: The people-watching in the breakfast area was… interesting. You get a real slice of life at a Days Inn.
Overall: Is it a "Secret"? Maybe Not. But…
Let's be real. The Days Inn in Lehi isn't a "hidden gem." It's a Days Inn. But here's the thing: it's a decent Days Inn. It's clean enough, the staff was friendly enough, and the free breakfast filled my stomach. I also
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Alright, buckle up buttercups, because we’re diving headfirst into my glorious, or potentially disastrous, adventure in Lehi, Utah. And I mean glorious in the sense that I’m actually getting away, even if it's just to a Days Inn. Let’s see if I can survive this. Oh, and expect a few tangents. It’s kinda my thing.
Day 1: Arrival, Errands, and Existential Dread. (aka, the "Settling In Before Reality Hits" Day)
- Morning (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM): Flight from… well, let’s just say it involved a red-eye and the distinct aroma of stale pretzels. Arrived at Salt Lake City International, which, let's be honest, feels like any other airport these days: a swirling vortex of stressed travelers and overpriced coffee. Picked up the rental car – a surprisingly clean, if slightly dented, Kia. Driving felt okay, you know, until I got that first Utah driver. Oh lawdd! The speed! The lane changes! It's a controlled chaos out there, I swear.
- Afternoon (12:00 PM - 4:00 PM): ARRIVAL AT DAYS INN, LEHI! Okay, not the fanciest, but it's got a bed, hopefully a clean bathroom, which is all I ask for at this point. Check-in was… efficient. The front desk guy was clearly more interested in his phone than me, but hey, at least he didn't outright ignore me. Unpacked, which took far longer than it should because I'm chronically over-packed. I feel like I brought three pairs of hiking boots and a sequined dress. Utah, here I come!
- Afternoon/Evening (4:00 PM - 8:00 PM): Walmart Run. Yes, the glamour. Needed snacks, water, and, okay, maybe a new travel-sized bottle of shampoo because I forgot to pack one. The sheer size of this Walmart was overwhelming. Rows upon rows of… stuff. My brain felt like it was short-circuiting. Bought random things, probably added on more than planned, and then experienced a profound moment of existential dread while staring at the ramen noodles. What am I doing with my life? Did I pack enough socks? Dinner was a sad-looking burrito from the drive-thru. Ate it in the hotel room, watching bad TV. My soul is being nourished.
Day 2: The "Hiking, Almost Dying, and Questionable Pizza" Day
Morning (7:00 AM - 12:00 PM): Attempted to hike the Timpanogos. "Attempted" is the key word here. I'm talking the aspiring hiker. The plan was ambitious. The reality was… less so. The trailhead was packed. The trail itself was… well, uphill. And did I mention it was WINDY? The views were stunning, for about five seconds before the wind whipped my hair into a frenzy and I nearly fell off the side of the mountain. Decided to turn back before I became a statistic. (Note to self: invest in better hiking boots. And maybe some actual hiking skills).
- Anecdote: On the way back, I saw a group of kids effortlessly scrambling up a particularly steep part of the trail. One of them, maybe seven years old, looked at me with a look of pure pity. I swear I heard him whisper, "Bless her heart." I'm pretty sure my ego has never recovered.
Afternoon (12:00 PM - 4:00 PM): Pizza is key after a rough morning. I saw a local place and went for it after the hike. The pizza was… pizza. Not bad, not great. The place was practically deserted. This would've made me doubt it, but then I saw a poster on the wall for a "Psychic Night" next week. Hey, at least they are trying to attract business!
- Quirky Observation: The pizza reminded me of the pizza from my high school cafeteria, back when the only veggie option was a slightly bruised pepper slice. Nostalgia, I guess?
Afternoon/Evening (4:00 PM - 8:00 PM): Okay, remember how I said I'm not exactly Ms. Outdoorsy? Apparently I forgot. The only thing left to do was some serious relaxation. I'm talking a long shower, maybe a bubble bath (if the Days Inn provides, fingers crossed!), and a movie marathon in my comfy bed. This is the life.
Day 3: "Temple Square, Spiritual Awakening (Maybe), and Early Departure" Day
- Morning (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM): Drove to Temple Square in Salt Lake City. Okay, I know that place is holy, but even I found the lights, gardens, and everything there to be pretty magnificent. It was interesting to see (and photograph, naturally) the architecture and just how pristine everything was. I'm not religious, but there was something about that place that was just… peaceful.
- Emotional Reaction: Honestly? I felt a little overwhelmed. The sheer scale and the history of the place was impressive. I spent a long time walking around, feeling like a tourist in a very, very important place. And yeah, maybe I did tear up a little, but let's not get into that.
- Afternoon (12:00 PM - 4:00 PM): Lunch at a local cafe. This place had a lot of young people who seemed to be working on their computer, and I guess that's cool? I ordered a sandwich and salad. My only goal in life now is to make the salad last as long as humanly possible.
- Afternoon/Evening (4:00 PM - 8:00 PM): Early trip back to the airport. Saying goodbye to Lehi, Utah!
- Emotional Reaction: I actually feel… kind of sad to leave. Yes, the Days Inn was a bit… meh. Yes, the hiking nearly killed me. But there's something about taking a break, seeing a new place, and just… existing. Even with the occasional existential dread and questionable pizza, it was a good trip. Maybe I'll come back. Maybe I won't. But I'll always have the memory of that incredibly windy hike and the psychic pizza place.
Imperfections, Rambles, and Overall Messiness:
- Budget: This trip was not budget-friendly. I may have overspent on snacks and impulse buys, and a new pair of hiking pants (which, let's be honest, I probably won't use again). Oops.
- Organization: My luggage looked like a tornado hit it. I’m sure I forgot something, and I probably won’t unpack everything fully for at least a week.
- Food: The food choices were somewhat… uninspired. I'm talking drive-thru burritos and questionable pizza. But hey, I’m alive. And maybe I'll find a decent restaurant back home to make up for all of the bad food!
- Overall: This trip wasn’t perfect. I didn't conquer any mountains (literally), I didn’t find enlightenment, and I probably spent way too much time in the hotel room. But it was my trip. And sometimes, that's all that matters.
- Final Thoughts: Would I recommend Lehi, Utah? Maybe. It depends on what you're looking for. If you want breathtaking scenery and a slight feeling of existential dread, then yeah, go for it. If you're looking for a gourmet food experience and perfectly groomed trails, then maybe try somewhere else. But me? I'd go back. Eventually. After I've recovered from this one.
Well, that was my messy, honest, and hopefully entertaining account of my Lehi adventure. I hope you enjoyed the ride. Now, if you'll excuse me, I need to go find a comfortable chair and decompress. Cheers!
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Okay, spill the beans! What's the BIG secret? Why the clickbait title?
Wait, so it's *actually* a good hotel? Be honest. Like, REAL honest.
The breakfast... what's the dish on the breakfast? Because that can make or break it.
Let's get into specifics. The room? Was it… clean? (That's the biggest concern!)
What about noise? Highway noise? Are you right next to a freeway?
Okay, I'm getting curious… Any memorable moments? Something REALLY stood out?
Let's talk about the location. Is it actually… convenient?
Are there any downsides? Be honest… again.
Would you recommend it? REALLY recommend it?
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