“Adequate Lodging. Kind staff.”

I received a call from Wilmington that our brother was very sick. I left immediately arriving in the late afternoon. I had no idea where to stay and limited funds. The Baymont had a room available at an affordable rate and was located near my brother's home. At first, I was hesitant about getting a… more

I received a call from Wilmington that our brother was very sick. I left immediately arriving in the late afternoon. I had no idea where to stay and limited funds. The Baymont had a room available at an affordable rate and was located near my brother's home. At first, I was hesitant about getting a room there as I arrived after dark and there were quite a few men in the area, and I was alone. I soon learned that these were men working with construction crews. They were no problem, early to bed and early to rise without any late noise. In fact, I felt safer knowing my room was sandwiched between two groups of these men. This became a theme while we were in the Wilmington area. Wilmington is booming. Working class men are everywhere during the week. O.K. The Baymont is not the Ritz. My room was functional. The bed was very comfortable. They have done remodeling on a budget, in my opinion. Someone had to come and show me how to use the television. But everything worked and my needs were met. It is unrealistic to book a room at the Baymont expecting more than a basic setting. But that bed was incredibly comfortable and that counted for something. My brother had to stay with me the next night and we had to share the bed. He was desperately ill and, as a result, not easy to manage. I explained to the staff that he was with me and cautioned them not to be alarmed when they saw us leaving in the morning and here is the reason, I will never forget the Baymont and will always hold them close to my heart. I loaded the car to leave and went back into my room to get my brother. I knew it was not going to be easy, but the job had to be done. As I was leaving the room and was struggling to help my brother two women who were cleaning rooms came to my aid. Catherine and Lala! They took control and my brother let them. They were gentle with him and had him in his seat all the while encouraging him and keeping him safe. CATHERINE AND LALA! You are the best and you were angels to me that day! Many of you reading this review will understand the power of kindness when it is offered to us by strangers. I was worn out and my brother was very sick. The simple act of helping us made up for any of the lack of glamour at the Baymont. So, don't expect the Baymont to provide much beyond a hot and a cot, so to speak, but do expect to encounter caring employees who respond to your needs. If you are grouchy and difficult to please do yourself and the staff of the Baymont a favor and pass on by. Wave at Catherine and Lala for me! Happy travels!

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