About Super 8 by Wyndham Baltimore/Essex Area
The Hotel Super 8 Baltimore/Essex Area lies four miles from Martin State Airport and 15 miles east of downtown Baltimore. The hotel offers low-cost rooms and free guest parking.
Rooms at the hotel feature en-suite bathrooms, air-conditioning, and coffee makers. Some also have a mini-fridge and microwave. The hotel allows children to stay free with a paying adult.
Hotel facilities include public computer access, 24-hour reception services, and free property wide Wi-Fi. There are guest laundry equipment and ice and vending machines on-site.
A complimentary SuperStart breakfast is available each morning. Dining spots in the area surrounding the Hotel Super 8 Baltimore/Essex Area include the River Watch Restaurant & Marina and Ruby Tuesday.
The hotel lies six miles from Rocky Point Park and Beach, 11 miles from Camden Yards, 15 miles from John Hopkins University, and 20 miles from the Cylburn Arboretum.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Helpful front-desk staff
Although not all guests agree, many rate the standard of customer service at this hotel favorably. The property is not without problems, but it does seem that the staff isn't typically one of them. On the contrary, they often appear to go out of their way to assist guests and ensure their stay is a comfortable one.
positive:
Keeps travel costs down
Rooms at the Super 8 Baltimore/Essex Area are competitively priced and present an appealing option for any guest who wants to keep their total spend low. In addition to low-cost rooms, guests also benefit from complimentary extras such as Internet access, parking, and breakfast.
positive:
Quiet location and reasonably close to attractions
If you want to stay in the heart of Baltimore, there are better hotel options. However, many guest liked the location of this hotel, describing it as quiet and within reasonable driving distance of area hot spots. The beach is also nearby.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Rooms don't satisfy all guests
Reviews of the guest rooms are mixed. Some guests were perfectly happy with the accommodation while others raise numerous complaints. These include burn holes in the bedding, thick dust, and dirty bathrooms.
negative:
Lack of maintenance
In addition to the housekeeping concerns, there also appears to be a lack of maintenance taking place in the property. Light bulbs in the hallways have often blown and in-room amenities are found to be broken. Repair jobs that are done are often done poorly.
negative:
Disappointing breakfast
Although the hotel offers a free breakfast, a number of guests were left disappointed. One of the main problems is that the choice of items is small although some guests also question the quality of the food.