We booked Ballard Suite Sweets due to limited options in the area, but it’s definitely more of a hostel than a suite or hotel. After booking, I had to fill out a long survey with personal info, pay a non-refundable cleaning fee, and then a security deposit before getting check-in info. It felt excessive to pay three separate times for one stay.
The room is tiny with thin walls — you’ll hear every footstep, conversation, tv etc. We arrived to find two spiders and dirty floors (our socks picked up debris and transferred some to bed.. well at least we hope that was cause vs dirty sheets.. :’)). Supplies were also minimal: the toilet paper roll was nearly empty, and there was only one shower towel until we found another under the sink.
The layout is odd, with a mini stove and sink right next to the bed even though there’s a shared kitchen downstairs. We didn’t use it and would’ve preferred more space. During our stay, another guest cooked something very stinky in shared kitchen that filled the whole building — improved ventilation or an air purifier would help.
Late checkout was also a hassle. I asked right after booking and was told to wait until our stay, only to be told no. Would’ve preferred a clear answer upfront so I could make plan beforehand.
Once all the hoops were jumped through, the location was convenient. Fine if you just need a place to sleep between 3 p.m. and a firm 10 a.m. checkout, but set expectations low — this is a hostel style crash pad, not a suite.
