Clarion Inn Elk City, Elk City

I checked in on Monday 6-14-10 and every thing was fine until Friday when I woke up with a roach on me. It was Friday @ 1:30pm. I told the desk clerk about my problem and was told I would be billed for Saturday because it was after 12:00 noon

I recently went traveling Route 66 with some friends, and we have heard Elk City is a good place to check out, so we thought stay a couple of days. We found out that it's no longer a "Holiday Inn" (there was black tarp over the hotel sign), because according to a local newspaper, the hotel lost its franchise (it's now the "Elks Inn"). However, we were assured at the desk that the hotel is being renovated and they expect Holiday Inn to renew its franchise there. It's an older hotel, probably 30 or so years old and would be quite a gem if they got it updated properly. By the looks of it, the rooms had been worked on in the last couple of years, and we all thought they were clean and comfortable and very quiet. The hotel also had an indoor miniature golf course inside a large, sunny atrium which was a pleasant place to relax. I heard no complaints about the food at the hotel restaurant, and the pool area was fine, just a little small. We had no problems with the staff. The only complaints we had were that it was a little expensive, but it's right next to Interstate 40, so easy on and off. I think once they get the hotel updated, the price will be well worth it.

Been a holiday inn for 30 years, going to be after remodel- so we were told. Holiday Inn should not put there name back on this place. Rooms were clean and breakfast was fabulous, but a party was booked in the banquet room for our 2nd night, we were three doors down from this. Loud music past 1 am, broken beer bottles and brake lights in the parking lot the morning after. Complained to front desk and was told by manager that they were also paying guests and had the right to do that. I told her the dump across the street was quieter she replied that " yeah I'm sure the dump across the street is more quiet." Also was almost ripped off the night we checked in after 9pm and was told the rate was $118 a night, then when I backed away she told me "we can do the coupon rate for $89" Should have trusted my instincts and walked away. Our next two nights on vacation were spent at the wonderful Ozark Mountain Resort. It is beautiful and the staff was more than happy to hear our stay was great. Won't be staying at Elk Lodge or Holiday Inn in Elk City again.