Selma Hotel

The rooms didn't feel fit to rent, especially not for $70. There were dead bugs on the floor, and a stale, shut-up smell that made it seem like nobody had been in the rooms for at least a year. I know remodeling is going on, but the place should put its best face forward for out-of-town guests if it wants to keep their business.

Do not stay here. The AC didn't work, and there was black mold everywhere. The sheets hadn't been changed, and I found condoms in one room and puke on the floor. The pool was black. The pictures must be from when the place first opened. Even the desk attendant used Germ-X on the room keys. The mirrors looked like they'd been cleaned with spit.

Breakfast is included, which is a plus if you're watching your budget or just getting away for a few days. The place doesn't look ideal, but the price is good compared with the competition. You get daily room service, free self-parking, and okay customer service. You get what you pay for. If I remember right, the free breakfast has cereal, yogurt, Cinnabon muffins, orange juice, and bagels with cream cheese. It's not a big buffet, and if you don't make it in time, you miss out. Just a heads-up.

The shower pressure is great, and the air conditioner really does its job. There’s also an LCD TV with HDMI ports, plus a microwave and mini fridge. The staff were friendly, the room was clean enough, and several restaurants are an easy walk away. Pets are allowed too. The bed wasn’t especially comfortable, the Wi-Fi was awful, and the pool was empty. The toilet kept running, then whistled loudly after every flush until the tank filled. Some tiles were badly cracked and the walls let through noise. There were burn marks on the carpet, but I was in a smoking room and didn’t have much choice while evacuating from Hurricane Irma. Bring earplugs for the barking dogs and slamming car doors. This works if you just need somewhere to sleep, but don’t count on the amenities.