Sonesta Simply Suites Pittsburgh Airport

First time staying at a Red Lion/Sonesta brand. Very clean, very quiet room. I did not notice any funny smells other than people cooking as some reviews have mentioned pet odors. Remember it is designed as an extended stay with limited service, no breakfast provided. There were many cars in the lot and I did not hear any noise at all. It was also very large, and I only reserved a queen efficiency. So I could only assume the 1br are even more spacious and well designed. The room was immaculate with not a speck of dirt anywhere. The bed was comfortable and I slept very well. The shower was one of the best I have had in a hotel room. The water pressure was outstanding and plenty of hot water. Free laundry, exercise room and grab and go stuff for a cost at the front desk area. This is essentially a Candlewood Suites with a new name on the door only. Target is adjacent if you need anything. As well as literally hundreds of restaurants within a couple mile radius.

I opted to stay at a nearby hotel after a late flight into Pittsburgh. I booked a room at Sonesta for a decent rate through my vacation club. I can’t say that i had any issues or negative experience. Noise and cleanliness is always a concern for me, especially in hotels that allow pets. My room was a bit dated in terms of decor but it was clean. I also didn’t have any noise issues. The checkin area was small and tight but the employees I encountered during checkin and checkout were all nice and helpful. The fridge, microwave and burner were convenient for late night snacks. This accommodation definitely served its purpose for me.

It was quiet, at first. Pot smell in the parking lot? Meh, you do you. The lobby is dingy and not like any Sonesta I have ever stayed in. Carpet on the first floor was worn and dirty. Filled out paperwork by hand. FDA was nice. There was dog urine in the elevator. Stayed on the second floor. The room was spacious and clean. Went to sleep. Woken at 2am by puppies squealing. Heard a person run down the hallway and go into the room next to mine (puppies immediately became quiet). Dogs barked on and off from that point forward. Entire second floor hallway smelled of dog/dog urine. I have 4 dogs, I thought I was nose blind. Apparently I am not. Must not have noticed on checkin. I was exhausted. I’ve used Sonesta for personal and business travels in Chicago and NY. Never had this happen. Never again. Embarrassed as I had a colleague with me. Back to Hilton we go.