Best Western Plus Leamington Hotel & Conference Centre Canada

Leamington's BEST Hotel? Unbelievable Amenities Await!

Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because we're diving headfirst into Leamington's BEST Hotel, supposedly. "Unbelievable Amenities Await!" they scream. So, let's see if the hype matches the, well, hope. I’m not one to sugarcoat things so here we go: the whole shebang.

First Impressions (and the Great Elevator Fiasco!)

Right, so the website promised a sleek, modern experience. And, well, it looks… alright. It’s clean enough, I guess, and the lobby staff were genuinely smiley, which is ALWAYS a good start. But the elevator? Oh, the elevator. It was like stepping into a time warp… back to the 1980s. Slow. Slightly creaky. And, on one particularly eventful trip, it stalled. For a glorious five minutes. Panic sets in (a touch of claustrophobia, you see) and I thought, "Well, this is the start!" but eventually, we were rescued which was a relief. I swear I'm not going back in one again. But hey, at least they had an elevator, right? Accessibility-wise, the lobby seemed pretty good, with ramps and whatnot. (Didn't actually need them myself, thankfully, but noticed the effort, and that's important.) The whole experience did make me appreciate the "24-hour" label on the front desk, a relief after my elevator adventure.

Rooms: A Mixed Bag of Dreams and… Well, Carpet.

Okay, the rooms. I booked what they called a "Deluxe" – you know, the usual marketing fluff. And it was… decent. Clean, for sure. The air conditioning blasted like an Arctic gale, which I loved. Blackout curtains? Check. Finally, a hotel that understand the importance of a good night's sleep! The bed was comfy enough, although I suspect it's been “upgraded” several times. (I mean, who doesn't love a hotel bed?) The bathroom, though, was… generic. Functional, but not inspiring and I HATED the carpet – so much carpet. It probably has more stories than I do. The presence of a proper bathtub and a (thankfully) working hairdryer was a plus, but the toiletries were the usual travel-sized suspects. Good thing I brought my own, to be honest. I liked the extra touches like the comfy bathrobes and slippers. I made good use of them.

The thing that genuinely impressed me? Free Wi-Fi, which actually WORKED in my room! And they also had wired Internet access too! (Remember that? God, I DO!) A bit of a relic of a time gone by - but fantastic for people who like a secure connection for serious work. I was impressed.

Food, Glorious Food (or, the Buffet and the "Almost Wonderful" Vegetarian Restaurant)

Alright, let's talk grub. Breakfast was the typical buffet situation. Eggs, sausages (questionable origin, I suspect), pastries… The usual suspects. But it was hot, plentiful, and the coffee (thank god) was decent. Plus, they had international options – Asian breakfast and Western, a definite plus. I saw a lot of people enjoying the buffet, and I was happy to be among them.

Now, the vegetarian restaurant… now THAT was a revelation! I'm not even vegetarian, but the menu sounded delicious. The presentation was exquisite. And the taste? Almost perfect. The only real downside was the incredibly slow service. I'm talking, "is the chef making the salad from scratch?" slow. I went in hungry, and left… well, feeling mostly satisfied, but the delay did put a tiny dent in the whole experience. I was grateful for the bottle of water they gave me while I waited out my hunger. One thing: I strongly suspect the salad was made from scratch… and that they really, really care about food! They also had a coffee shop, snack bar and restaurants - so you were never really too far from a snack or meal. They also had room service which I didn't use, but it's always good to know it's there (I thought I might get the breakfast in my room - but that didn't happen).

Amenities: Spa Delights (and the Gym I Regretted Trying)

This is where Leamington's BEST Hotel really tried to shine. They have a spa! I went in, ready to be pampered. The massage was great, with a good therapist, and the steam room was heavenly. The spa/sauna combination was a treat. I also tried the body scrub and almost didn't want to leave, feeling refreshed and energised. I felt like a new human by the end of it. The Pool with a view was fantastic too, and I spent a couple of lazy afternoons there reading (until the sun went down). BUT… the gym. Oh, the gym. It's a fitness center. Yeah, I was probably a bit overconfident. It was packed, the equipment was… dated, and the air conditioning was barely working. I lasted about 15 minutes, before I left with a quiet sigh of defeat. I wish I’d skipped it.

Cleanliness and Safety: A Mixed Bag of Confidence and… Germs?

Okay, this is the important stuff, especially these days. They claimed to use anti-viral cleaning products (thank you!), had hand sanitizer everywhere, and had staff trained in safety protocol. Rooms were supposedly sanitized between stays. And the safe dining setup seemed reasonably well organized. I felt reasonably safe. BUT… the carpets… I'm just saying. They might have considered a deep clean… you know… just to be on the safe side? No, I didn't see any signs displaying hygiene certification.

For the Kids (and the Babysitting I Wish I’d Used) They're family friendly, and they have kids' facilities and even babysitting and kids meals. I didn't use them, but I noticed kids around, with their families - and they all seemed to be enjoying themselves.

Services and Conveniences: The Good, the Bad, and the… Concierge?

The concierge? Super helpful. Really went the extra mile. The "Contactless check-in/out" was appreciated. They had a gift shop (souvenirs! Always a plus!). The laundry service was efficient (needed it after that disastrous gym trip). The business facilities seemed well-equipped. They had all the essential conveniences. Things like the elevator let them down though - it was a bit of a let down.

Getting Around… (and the Bicycle Parking I Didn't Use)

They have airport transfer. Car park on site. Taxi service. Bicycle parking. I used the taxi service, which was fine. The parking looked easy enough, and I saw some bikes.

The Verdict: Worth It? Maybe… with Reservations

Would I recommend Leamington's BEST Hotel? Well, it depends. If you're looking for a luxurious, flawless experience? Maybe look elsewhere. If you want a decent, comfortable stay, with a good spa, nice staff, and (mostly) clean rooms, then sure. It's certainly not the worst hotel I’ve ever stayed in. The amenities are decent and the price point is pretty good. But there's just a touch of… not-quite-perfectness that needs ironing out.

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Okay, buckle up buttercups, because this isn't your grandma's itinerary. This is the "I Survived Leamington (Probably)" itinerary, and it's gonna be real. We're talking Best Western Plus Leamington, Ontario, Canada. Prepare for glorious mediocrity and the occasional existential crisis brought on by a questionable continental breakfast.

Day 1: Arrival & Mild Disappointment (But We’re Trying!)

1:00 PM: Land in Windsor (that's the airport, right? My flight was a blur of spilled coffee and a screaming toddler, so honestly, who knows?). Grabbed the rental car - a red Kia that already looks like it's seen some things. The lady at the counter gave me a look. I think she knew.
1:30 PM: Drive to Leamington. Oh, the drive. It's… flat. Very flat. You see a lot of fields. Like, a lot. Thought about pulling over to contemplate the vastness of it all, but I was also really hungry and had a sinking feeling that the hotel's pool would be closed if I didn't hurry.
2:30 PM: Check into the Best Western. Okay, let's be honest, the lobby is… functional. Smells vaguely of chlorine and cleaning product; a familiar scent of any chain hotel? The woman behind the counter was super nice, though! Bless her heart. Room key clutched, the mission is on.
3:00 PM: Room Inspection. This is where things get real. The bed? Okay, I guess. The bathroom? Clean, which counts for a lot. The view? Ummm… of the parking lot. Sigh. I'm not going to lie, a tiny part of me was hoping for an ocean view in Leamington, what was I even thinking!!!?
3:30 PM: The Pool. This is the reason I picked the place, and I was so excited. I’m talking, cannonball-level excitement. And it was closed for maintenance. Are you kidding me?! I was so sad, and I’m a grown-ass adult! I should be used to this, but no. The thought of lounging in a big pool after a long day… gone. The universe hates me.
4:00 PM: I sulked.
4:30 PM: Took a random walk to a nearby local grocery store. I'm a big fan of looking at snacks when I travel but this visit felt… lonely. The aisles were full of things I didn't know, and the locals gave me the "you're not from around here" look. I grabbed a bag of chips and retreated.
6:00 PM: Dinner at a restaurant nearby Best Western. Okay, I'm going to keep it vague because I don't remember the name and the food? Well, let's just say it was food. I gave them a chance, and I really did. I guess it won’t be Michelin star.
7:30 PM: Back to the hotel, feeling slightly defeated, but determined to find the bright side. Watched a terrible movie on TV and fell asleep before the credits rolled.

Day 2: Sun, Sand, and… a Whole Lot of Tomatoes?

7:00 AM: The continental breakfast. Let’s just say, the "continental" part is generously applied. The muffins? Dry. The coffee? Weak. But I ate it anyway. I'm a trooper.
8:00 AM: Sunrise, by the beach. No exaggeration. This was the most beautiful thing I did, the beach was clean, and the sun was rising, it was beautiful. I was completely alone. A little chilly, with the mist rising from the lake, it was perfect. Felt surprisingly… moved. Realized I needed this.
10:00 AM: Point Pelee National Park. Holy cow. I had to pay an entrance fee, but it was worth it. Walked to the tip of Canada. It's a park for bird-watching, but I can definitely get on board. The water was clear, the wind had the perfect bite, it was genuinely spectacular.
1:00 PM: Lunch at a little cafe near the park. They actually had amazing sandwiches. Okay, things are turning up. Or maybe I was just really hungry.
2:00 PM: Time To Double Down on Tomatoes. Leamington is the "Tomato Capital of Canada," so… I visited a local farm stand. Okay, the tomatoes? Amazing. Sweet, juicy, bursting with flavor. Bought way too many because I started talking to the farmer, who gave me the best advice about roasting them with balsamic glaze.
4:00 PM: More beach! This time, I dragged myself into the water! I actually got in and got cold. But it felt amazing, as I was starting to turn into a tomato.
6:00 PM: Dinner. Decided to cook the tomatoes, so I could enjoy my best purchase. The farmer's advice was absolute gold, and after 10 minutes, I was enjoying the biggest, most delicious tomatoes.
7:30 PM: Found myself chatting with some other random guests, a couple from Toronto. We talked about everything and nothing until it got late. It was a good day!

Day 3: The End… and the Hope for Better Breakfasts

7:00 AM: Another Continental Breakfast. This time, I brought my own coffee pods. Victory!
8:00 AM: Check-out. Said goodbye to the super-nice front desk lady.
8:30 AM: One last walk to the beach. Took a deep breath, told myself I'd be back.
9:30 AM: Driving out of Leamington. Feeling oddly… content. Not exactly ecstatic, but definitely… better.
10:00 AM: Reflecting. Yeah, the hotel wasn't perfect. The drive was a bit monotonous. But there was also beauty. The sky was huge. The people were friendly (in that uniquely Canadian way). And those tomatoes? The best. Honestly, sometimes it doesn’t need to be perfect to be special.

Final Verdict: Leamington: it's not Paris. But it has its own strange, slightly quirky charm. And hey, at least the bed was okay. Would recommend. (Maybe bring your own coffee and a swimsuit that actually fits.)

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Leamington's BEST Hotel? Oh, Honey, Let's Break This Down...

Is this REALLY Leamington's BEST Hotel? I've heard that claim before...

Okay, here's the deal. "Best" is subjective, right? Like, what I consider "best" might be a slightly dusty dive bar with a jukebox that plays exclusively 80s hair metal. But… *whispering*… yeah, probably? I mean, I've stayed at some other places in Leamington. Let's just say one involved a dodgy elevator and a continental breakfast where the croissants looked like they'd lost a fight with a rogue stapler. This place? Different league. But honestly, I’d still check the other places just in case, you know? Gotta be sure. The competition is always changing.

What about the "Unbelievable Amenities"? What's the hype?

Alright, buckle up. Let's just say I'm a sucker for a good spa. And their spa… hoo boy. They have this mud mask thing. I was skeptical. I'm normally more of a "throw-some-cucumber-slices-on-my-eyes-and-call-it-a-day" kind of gal. But this? This was divine. I swear I could *feel* the years of city grime melting away. I emerged feeling… well, I'm not going to say "reborn," because that's dramatic. But definitely like I'd been marinating in a vat of pure contentment. And the indoor pool! Forget swimming laps – I just floated. Gloriously. Oh, and the gym… I didn't go. Let's be real. But it *looked* impressive. Probably has one of those fancy treadmills that measure your heartbeat and guilt-trip you into running faster. Perfect.

The food... Is it any good? I'm a picky eater.

Okay, confession: I'm not a foodie. I judge a restaurant by its coffee and the sheer variety of bread basket options. This place did *not* disappoint. The breakfast buffet? Legendary. They had, like, *ten* kinds of muffins. TEN! I may have eaten my weight in cranberry ones. The dinner was… well, the presentation was fancy. Too fancy, if I'm honest. I spent half the time trying to decipher what the tiny, artfully-placed drizzle of balsamic glaze *actually* was. But the taste? Excellent. Although, I did accidentally spill red wine on my white shirt. So, maybe order a black, or just don't be like me.

What about the rooms? Are they clean? Comfortable?

Oh, yes. The rooms. I am a stickler for cleanliness. I *need* a clean bathroom. And this place? Nailed it. My room, blessedly not the one with the dodgy elevator, was immaculate. The bed? Heavenly. Cloud-like. I may or may not have snuck in a nap during the day just because the sheets were so ridiculously soft. They even had one of those fancy rain showerheads. I stood under it for a solid ten minutes, pretending I was a movie star in a shampoo commercial. Don't judge me. The only slight hiccup? The air conditioning sounded like a jet engine taking off. Small price to pay for a cool night’s sleep, I suppose.

Parking situation? Is it a nightmare?

Oh, good question. I nearly lost my mind finding this place. It’s in a weird little cul-de-sac and I nearly ended up parking in someone’s perfectly manicured front garden, before remembering it had valet. So, yes, valet. Worth every penny. Because the alternative is trying to navigate those one-way streets and finding a space the size of a shoebox. Just… let them handle it. Trust me. Just pretend you're super important and let them take the keys.

Sounds expensive... Is it going to break the bank?

Look, let's be honest. It's not a budget hostel. But, and hear me out, I've paid *more* for far worse experiences. Consider it an investment in your sanity. Think of it less as “expensive” and more as “an escape from the daily grind.” That mud mask alone… priceless. Okay, maybe not *priceless*, but close. I think it's actually pretty good value for what you get, if you factor in all the included stuff, even when you don't use. Honestly, there's been cheaper, but there's definitely been a lot more expensive. And the quality? It was worth the cost.

Any real criticisms? Anything I should be aware of?

Okay, so the WiFi was a little… spotty. Kept dropping out when I was trying to upload my Instagram selfie from the mud mask. First World problems, I know. And the elevators themselves are a bit of a squeeze. You *might* find yourself crammed in there with a gaggle of overly enthusiastic spa-goers. But look, those are minor quibbles. And I did get a bit lost trying to find the pool, as the signs aren't super clear, but it's all part of the adventure, right? Really, my biggest complaint is that I wasn’t able to stay longer. I would have spent all day there and the next, too.

Would you go back?

Do goldfish remember how to eat? Absolutely. Without a doubt. In a heartbeat. Book me a room. As soon as you’re done reading this! In fact, I'm probably going to book another stay *right now.* Don't tell anyone. But don't be surprised if you see me there. I'll be the one blissfully floating in the pool, covered in mud (maybe), and plotting my next trip to the bakery.

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