During a recent trip, I had the opportunity to stay at the Country Inn & Suites in Pinellas Park, St. Petersburg, Florida. Booking the room was straightforward and affordable through a third-party site, which was convenient after traveling for about 12 hours and needing a place to rest. The hotel's location is a plus, with a nearby Walmart, fast food restaurants, and easy access to food delivery services.

However, our experience upon arrival was less than ideal. Despite paying an extra $50 for early check-in (before 1:00 p.m.), we were initially placed in a room with a malfunctioning toilet. The hotel staff expected us to troubleshoot the issue ourselves, which was frustrating given the additional cost we had incurred for early access. After some hesitation, the staff reluctantly agreed to move us to a different room.

Our new room, 210, was better situated, close to the front desk and an ice machine. While the hallway was clean and the room itself fairly nice, there were a few maintenance issues, including broken cabinetry. Given the cost of the room, I expected more attention to detail.
On the positive side, the room had a nice view of the pool, which was both a blessing and a curse. While it was convenient to be close to the pool, the noise from outside was disruptive, especially after our long journey when we desperately needed some quiet rest. The walls were quite thin, and we could hear every sound from the hallway and the pool area, making it difficult to nap.

Overall, while there were some enjoyable aspects of the stay, several issues detracted from the experience. The noise levels and maintenance problems were significant downsides. For a detailed look at my stay, including a full video review, please refer to my video review.