Homestead Phoenix-Mesa, Mesa

the room was clean and the facilities all worked. However; they only provide small bar soaps instead of shampoo and other amenities. There is a sink with a few dishes, but no dish liquid. There are laundry facilities but no detergent or change machine. The maid was in our room when we asked not to have anyone in the room during our stay. Also the maid bagged our laundry that was clean while we were away, which aggravated me greatly.

I'm from Scotland. I stayed here for just over a month in March / April 2008 and was really pleased. I had some of the best sleep in my life. Room was clean, bed comfy and the room was other side of the parking lot so no noise. Self catering was good although they could do with supplying more utensils - those supplied looked new. I can cook and like food so two pans are not enough. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Some damage will always be found on floors etc - that's to be expected and some guests have no pride in how they leave rooms or behave, hotel cannot be held responsible for idiots in other rooms can they?. Only gripe is that when you are travelling / staying alone there was no amenities such as a pool or fitness suite - unlike some other Homesteads or Motel 6's. Oh and the little bath soaps smells awful - but hey, Alberstons is only 5 minutes away! The other guests I met there were real friendly and I had no complaints. I'd stay there again but not as long if I was by myself - but only because there is nothing to do but watch TV at the end of the day. Avoid the restaurant in Best Western across the road, it's terrible! Cost about $1500 which was OK as the exchange rate was good at the time.

Online, the picture of it looks great! In person... inside the room.. omg. 1. The bed sheets & pillow sheets had built-in stains. 2. The closet door wouldn't slide open. 3. The bathroom looked as though it hadn't been cleaned since 1985. 4. The walls are paper thin - can hear neighbors coughing and hacking. 5. The shower water pressure was weak. 6. The pillows - there were 2 very thin pillows stuffed into one pillow case, making it very hard. Felt like my head was on a rock. 7. The mattress - the springs were digging in my back; very old and weak. 8. Annoying front door handle - you had to insert the key and then turn the handle UP to get the door to open. So it's one of those hotels where you can stay for extended periods (week or two at a time)... we were informed there wouldn't be any daily housekeeping service. If we wanted new towels we had to go down to the front desk & return the old ones first. If you don't mind NOT having the sheets changed then that shouldn't be a problem. The only plus was the location - right by the freeway.

When I planned my 2005 Arizona trip, I intended to find my normal flight cost (and flight numbers), as well as a cheap hotel deal. I found my flight and I found a good deal on the Homestead Studio Suite in Mesa. Although I have family nearby in Arizona to where the hotel is located, I decided to book a room to feel the independence and to give me some space. I clicked on the “More Info” link to the hotel to find that the rooms were very nice, the hotel was located right off of Route 60 (across from the BW Dobson Ranch). I figured that since I was going to be in Arizona for a week and a day, that it would be worth it to get a room with a kitchen, which the Homestead Studio Suites provides. When I arrived, I was very pleased with the service I was given. The hotel staff were very welcoming, and I was happy to find my room clean and comfortable. I had a nice kitchen, although dish soap is not provided. I had room to move and relax, and the atmosphere of the place made me happy. This year, I am using the hotel again. Although I was not able to get a package deal with my flight, I do not mind. The hotel is worth the price. Even with my anal-retentive questions about my reservation, the hotel staff answered my questions honestly. I can’t wait until April this year when I go back again. I’d highly reccomend this hotel to anyone planning on staying for more than a week (there’s a great deal), especially those who’d rather cook their own meals for whatever diet they’re on.