Value Place's small kitchenette area allows for simple stovetop and microwaveable meals.
Credit: Amanda Sposato | ©Amanda Sposato
Travel has become a huge part of the modern way of life. Not only are people traveling for pleasure, businesses are increasing the frequency of work and training trips taken by their employees. Some jobs, like construction, rely heavily on hotels and extended stay establishments for their workers' housing situation until a job is finished. While many hotels offer decent rates, the cost can get quite high when you need to stay for longer than a day or two.
Recently, I had the chance to stay at the Value Place in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, an extended living hotel chain with over fifty locations across the US and current development plans for over eighty more. With company in town and the need to stay somewhere other than home for a week, I rented a room at one of the three Value Places in Oklahoma City. For someone looking to spend minimal money, Value Place is perfect...as long as you expect humble accommodations.
Value Place offers three different types of rooms/apartments. All follow a basic studio layout and come in singles, double, and studio sleepers. The room is fairly sparse, relying on those leasing the space to furnish their own extras, such as bedside lamps, dishes, and pots and pans. The room has a television, an alarm clock, and internet access. One advantage of a Value Place room over a regular hotel was the small kitchenette area, which included a sink, a full sized refrigerator, and two burners for simple cooking.
The bathroom was clean and spacious with a good sized tub and sink area. There were no problems with water temperature or pressure, and towels, wash cloths, and a floor mat came with the room. The room in general was clean, with a clothes rack, a set of drawers, and a dining table with two chairs. The air conditioning worked well and the TV provided an expanded cable service (though it differed from the regular Oklahoma City expanded cable service that most residents have, with fewer channels, some not found in a regular package).
Recently, I had the chance to stay at the Value Place in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, an extended living hotel chain with over fifty locations across the US and current development plans for over eighty more. With company in town and the need to stay somewhere other than home for a week, I rented a room at one of the three Value Places in Oklahoma City. For someone looking to spend minimal money, Value Place is perfect...as long as you expect humble accommodations.
Value Place offers three different types of rooms/apartments. All follow a basic studio layout and come in singles, double, and studio sleepers. The room is fairly sparse, relying on those leasing the space to furnish their own extras, such as bedside lamps, dishes, and pots and pans. The room has a television, an alarm clock, and internet access. One advantage of a Value Place room over a regular hotel was the small kitchenette area, which included a sink, a full sized refrigerator, and two burners for simple cooking.
The bathroom was clean and spacious with a good sized tub and sink area. There were no problems with water temperature or pressure, and towels, wash cloths, and a floor mat came with the room. The room in general was clean, with a clothes rack, a set of drawers, and a dining table with two chairs. The air conditioning worked well and the TV provided an expanded cable service (though it differed from the regular Oklahoma City expanded cable service that most residents have, with fewer channels, some not found in a regular package).
Comments
Cathy
(Guest)
(Guest)
10/22/2007
Dear Ms. Sposato,
Thank you for the kind review of our establishment. I moved to Oklahoma City with my children so that we could be with my husband. He was staying at the same Value Place you stayed at.
We had traveled a lot and have stayed in a lot of hotels. I liked it here and asked the manager, Joyce, if she was hiring. I have now been employed here since July 9th (2007).
I am currently the Facility Supervisor and love my job and the people I work with.
I have met so many interesting people. So many different backgrounds and cultures.
The staff here (all new people since you were here) is an outstanding team. The other people have moved to other properties of Value Place or found another calling. I have recently applied for a management postition and hope to get it. Value Place is by far one of the best hotels I have stayed at for the cost. We average anywhere from $27 to $29 a night if you calculate the amount. I know there are lower priced hotels out there, but
rustedhalo
(Guest)
(Guest)
07/11/2007
Great review. I've never stayed at a "Value Place", but it seems like a great cost effective solution for long term stay.
bj
(Guest)
(Guest)
07/11/2007
Ms. Sposato, thank you for this review! I myself will probably be visiting and staying in oklahoma city shortly, and this is a very inexpensive place to stay while i find a permanant residence! It eliminates the need to rush getting a house or apartment i might not like, just because i don't have time to travel and visit them. Again, thank you!
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