Best Hotels

Here you will find recommendations for independent hotels that I have stayed in and highly recommend. I try to always show some pros and cons at the end of each entry. Occasionally I will also let you know if I've had a particularly bad experience at a hotel.

The Broadview Hotel 400 W Douglas Ave Wichita, KS 67202(316) 262-5000
This hotel is a gem. According to the manager, Al Capone stayed here back in the day, as well as other notables. The lobby takes you back to an era when life was simpler and much more elegant. Great room service. The rooms exude an antique elegance with modern conveniences such as big screen tvs and internet service. This place does NOT smell like it was built in 1922, even though it was. This is a great business class hotel. Reasonably priced with optional valet parking.
PROS: Quiet, charming, sophisticated
CONS: no points program for frequent travelers

The Veranda Bed and Breakfast 707 E. Washinton Street Orlando, FL 32801(407) 849-03211-800-420-6822
This is a gold nugget nestled in the heart of downtown Orlando. I stayed in the Key Lime Cottage, which had a small kitchen, living room, and loft style bedroom. They serve continental breakfast only. Parking is rough, but its rough in downtown Orlando in general. The Veranda is worth it though. I suggest finding a parking spot when you arrive and LEAVING your car there all week. You might try renting a bicycle. Its within walking distance to most buildings in the downtown area. You will find it hard to book for weekend stays, as they have a large wedding business that keeps them booked most of the time. But if you are working in downtown Orlando, its a great option if you can book it far enough ahead.
PROS: Price, location, cleanliness
CONS: No frequent traveler program, parking is difficult at best