About RUBY MOTEL
The Ruby Motel is a no-thrills accommodation choice that offers free private on-site parking and air conditioned rooms. Conveniently located, the motel is approximately five minutes away by car from downtown Long Beach.
An en-suite bathroom with complimentary toiletries is provided with each room at the Ruby Motel. Every room at the motel also includes a flat-screen television, while select rooms benefit from a refrigerator and microwave.
Wi-Fi is free and can be accessed in all areas of the
building. For added convenience, assistance is available at all times thanks to
the motel’s 24-hour front desk.
For a place to eat, various dining choices are within walking distance of the accommodation.
The Queen Mary is a ten-minute drive from the motel, while Long Beach Airport and the Lakewood Center can be reached by car in 15 and 20 minutes respectively.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Staff accommodating and friendly
Despite a few dissenting comments, most recent guests were pleased with the level of service delivered by the motel. For those that had a positive experience, the staff members were usually defined as nice and helpful.
positive:
Free Wi-Fi provided
One advantage about staying at the accommodation is that it offers Wi-Fi access at no additional cost. Furthermore, and based on overall feedback, the wireless Internet was regarded as one of the beat features of the motel.
positive:
Cheap choice in convenient location
Although its general value for money was lambasted, it has been noted that the motel is a cheaper choice than most other alternative choices in the area. Moreover, and in terms of its proximity to stores, restaurants and downtown Long Beach, the property was described as being in a convenient location.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Hygiene levels below par
A sizeable amount of past visitors have been upset about the cleanliness levels of the accommodation's rooms. Along with general hygiene issues, the serious concern of bedbugs has been reported on multiple occasions.
negative:
Situated in a rough neighbourhood
The motel's neighbourhood was not seen in the best light by previous guests. It has been noted that the area can attract characters of an unsavoury nature, which can apparently make it an uncomfortable place to walk around.
negative:
Getting parked can be tricky
According to the sentiments of numerous former visitors, the free on-site parking supplied by the accommodation can be a source of grievance. Along with it being reportedly difficult to get in and out, the parking lot was said to only contain a limited amount of spaces.