When traveling on a budget usually your choices are limited to chains with no amenities or character. The Colonial is a gem in this market. The rooms are huge, the size of some suites. It has a large indoor pool and spa. It has a high quality Continental breakfast that is sparse but just what the traveler needs to give them a little fuel to start the day.The topper for me though is the staff and the tavern. The desk staff is helpful , professional, and courteous. The first time I walked into the place , Kate the server that night, made me feel like I had been coming there for years. It was near closing and I never felt like she was rushing me along. The second time I called in a food order at Kate's suggestion and was stunned at the quality of the ingredients and the presentation. I would have paid much more for this same dish in a big city tavern. One of the owners Carmin sat and chatted with me for a half an hour once again making me feel like I was with old friends. No need for me to ever shop around for a hotel when I am near this town. I'll go where it feels like home.
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