Beaver's BEST Kept Secret: Hwy 19 Inn Oasis! (OYO Travelers Inn)
Beaver's BEST Kept Secret: Hwy 19 Inn Oasis! (OYO Travelers Inn)
Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because we’re diving headfirst into Beaver's BEST Kept Secret: Hwy 19 Inn Oasis! (OYO Travelers Inn). Or, as I'm now calling it, "The Oasis… Maybe?" Let's be honest, the name sounds fancier than it probably is, but hey, expectations are the enemy, right? Now, I'm a seasoned traveler (read: I've slept in a lot of questionable places), and I'm here to spill the beans on this OYO gem, warts and all. Expect a review that's less brochure, more "diary of a slightly-caffeinated traveler".
First, the Essentials (and the “Essentials”):
Accessibility (and the Hopeful Sigh): They mention facilities for disabled guests… which is great! But that's it. I'd love to say more about ramps, wider doors, or tactile signage, but the details are… vague. (SEO: Wheelchair Accessible, Elevator, Facilities for disabled guests - potential, needs verification) Gotta call ahead and confirm the level of accessibility if you NEED it. Fingers crossed!
Internet Access (Bless the Wi-Fi Gods!): Okay, this is a win. (SEO: Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!, Internet, Internet [LAN], Internet services, Wi-Fi in public areas, Wi-Fi for special events) Free Wi-Fi in ALL rooms! HALLELUJAH! Seriously, after a day of… gestures vaguely at the world… a solid Wi-Fi connection is a lifesaver. And yes, they have LAN connections too for those who are old school (or have serious bandwidth demands). The connection in the lobby felt strong, not sure about special events (because I didn't have one).
Cleanliness and Safety (The Sanitization Shenanigans): Alright, let's get real. They brag about anti-viral cleaning, daily disinfection in common areas, and room sanitization between stays. (SEO: Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection in common areas, Rooms sanitized between stays, Hand sanitizer) This is crucial in these times. I noticed a lot of hand sanitizer everywhere (good!), and I felt like the room was clean (but I didn't go full CSI on it). However, I didn't see professional-grade sanitizing services in action, and I don't, for sure, know if they used sterilizing equipment.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking (The Food Follies, and the Possibility of Greatness): They list a LOT of options. (SEO: A la carte in restaurant, Alternative meal arrangement, Asian breakfast, Asian cuisine in restaurant, Bar, Bottle of water, Breakfast [buffet], Breakfast service, Buffet in restaurant, Coffee/tea in restaurant, Coffee shop, Desserts in restaurant, Happy hour, International cuisine in restaurant, Poolside bar, Restaurants, Room service [24-hour], Salad in restaurant, Snack bar, Soup in restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant, Western breakfast, Western cuisine in restaurant)
- The Promise: I bet that pool-side bar alone is worth the trip. But, are there really all these things? I wonder!.
- The Reality: Look, I'm not sure of all the options. I did see a bar (score!), but didn't have time to investigate it. The breakfast sounded nice.
- My take: I appreciate the options…but follow up needs to happen.
Things to Do & Relax (The "Oasis" Claim):
- Spa, Pool & Fitness (The Mythical Beasts?): Okay, this is where the "Oasis" part comes in. They list a pool with a view, a sauna, a steam room, spa, massage, fitness center, body scrub, and body wrap. (SEO: Pool with view, Sauna, Spa, Spa/sauna, Steamroom, Swimming pool, Swimming pool [outdoor], Body scrub, Body wrap, Fitness center, Foot bath, Gym/fitness, Massage)
- The Promise: This is where the "Oasis" claim gets a bit… grand. Imagine yourself, lounging by the pool, a cocktail in hand, the stresses of the world melting away. Pure bliss!
- The Reality: Well, I didn't see a pool with a view. I did see an outdoor pool (yay!), but I'm not sure about the view or the other amenities. I didn't have a body scrub or wrap, either. So, the "Oasis" is maybe more a "dip in the pool and hope for the best" scenario.
- My take: I'm really curious now.
Services and Conveniences (The Little Extras, or Not!):
- Conveniences (The Useful Bits): They offer a whole raft of convenient services. Air conditioning, a convenience store, daily housekeeping. (SEO: Air conditioning in public area, Cash withdrawal, Concierge, Contactless check-in/out, Convenience store, Currency exchange, Daily housekeeping, Doorman, Dry cleaning, Elevator, Food delivery, Gift/souvenir shop, Ironing service, Laundry service, Luggage storage, Meeting/banquet facilities, Meetings, Meeting stationery, On-site event hosting, Outdoor venue for special events, Projector/LED display, Safety deposit boxes, Seminars, Shrine, Smoking area, Terrace) I like all these things. The daily housekeeping, the air conditioning, the elevators, etc..
- The Promise: The Concierge is a great start for this hotel.
- The Reality: The concierge was nice and the services were just as promised.
- My take: I enjoy these.
For the Kids (Family-Friendly Fun?)
- Kids stuff: They list "Family/child friendly, Kids facilities, Kids meal, Babysitting service." (SEO: Babysitting service, Family/child friendly, Kids facilities, Kids meal).
- The Promise: Babysitting, kids meals, facilities. They are set up for the families.
- The Reality: Again, I didn't see a children's play area or a daycare.
- My take: I'm not sure.
Rooms (The All Important Interior!):
- **In Room Stuff: *It's a lot. Additional Toilet, Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Bathrobes, Bathroom phone, Bathtub, Blackout curtains, Carpeting, Closet, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Daily housekeeping, Desk, Extra long bed, Free bottled water, Hair dryer, High floor, In-room safe box, Interconnecting room(s) available, Internet access – LAN, Internet access – wireless, Ironing facilities, Laptop workspace, Linens, Mini bar, Mirror, Non-smoking, On-demand movies, Private bathroom, Reading light, Refrigerator, Safety/security feature, Satellite/cable channels, Scale, Seating area, Separate shower/bathtub, Shower, Slippers, Smoke detector, Socket near the bed, Sofa, Soundproofing, Telephone, Toiletries, Towels, Umbrella, Visual alarm, Wake-up service, Wi-Fi [free], Window that opens* (SEO: Available in all rooms, Additional toilet, Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Bathrobes, Bathroom phone, Bathtub, Blackout curtains, Carpeting, Closet, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Daily housekeeping, Desk, Extra long bed, Free bottled water, Hair dryer, High floor, In-room safe box, Interconnecting room(s) available, Internet access – LAN, Internet access – wireless, Ironing facilities, Laptop workspace, Linens, Mini bar, Mirror, Non-smoking, On-demand movies, Private bathroom, Reading light, Refrigerator, Safety/security feature, Satellite/cable channels, Scale, Seating area, Separate shower/bathtub, Shower, Slippers, Smoke detector, Socket near the bed, Sofa, Soundproofing, Telephone, Toiletries, Towels, Umbrella, Visual alarm, Wake-up service, Wi-Fi [free], Window that opens).**
- The Promise: The rooms sound good. In-room safes are always a bonus.
- The Reality: The room was perfectly fine. The bed was comfortable, the shower worked (yay!), and the blackout curtains helped me get some sleep. Extra long bed was great.
- My take: It was okay. The basics were covered. Don't expect luxury, but it's perfectly functional.
Getting Around (The Mobility Moves):
- Transportation: They offer some transport and car options. (SEO: Airport transfer, Bicycle parking, Car park [free of charge], Car park [on-site], Car power charging station, Taxi service, Valet parking)
- My Take Parking was free. And that's all that matters to me.
Overall Vibe & My Honest Opinion:
Okay, so is the Hwy 19 Inn Oasis a veritable oasis? Maybe, but I didn’t personally experience that. It's more like a solid, reasonably priced, and potentially quite convenient place to stay. It has the bones of something great, and the things that actually matter are there.
The Deal! (My Persuasive Pitch – and My Own Discount Code?!)
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Okay, buckle up Buttercup, because this ain't your grandma's meticulously planned itinerary. This is… well, this is a survival guide to experiencing the "charm" of Travelers Inn by OYO in Beaver, West Virginia. And by charm, I mean… we'll get there. (Deep breath.)
The Beaver Blitz: A Semi-Organized Adventure (Probably With Tears)
Day 1: Arrival… and Denial (and the Bedspread)
1:00 PM: Arrive at Raleigh County Memorial Airport (If you can even find it. Seriously, GPS is your friend here. Trust me, I almost ended up in a cornfield last time…). Check into Travelers Inn. (Pray you get a room that doesn't smell like stale cigarettes and existential dread. Though, let's be honest, it's probably unavoidable.)
- Anecdote: Okay, the first thing you'll notice? The bedspread. It's… a tapestry of questionable patterns and feels like something your great-aunt Mildred crocheted in the late 70s. I'm half-expecting to find a single, rogue button lurking in the folds. I might actually like it, in a "so-bad-it's-good" kind of way. The kind of love that comes with a healthy dose of irony. Anyway, that's also the moment I realise I'm already behind.
1:30 PM: Settle in (or attempt to). Inspect the room for hidden horrors. (Check under the bed. Seriously. And the bathroom. The horror of the bathroom.)
2:00 PM: Lunch. (There’s not much around. Probably make a run for a fast food place.)
- Quirky Observation: The peeling paint is practically whispering secrets. I swear, I saw a ghost of a fly buzzing around, mocking my travel miseries, as I looked around the room.
2:30 PM - Through until the Sun sets: Exploring New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. (Get ready to be underwhelmed, it could be a bust, but it could also be pretty great.)
- Anecdote: The park entrance fees can be a bit confusing (and expensive). Let me tell you, I paid my way in, and then I walked right into a deer park. It was adorable, the deer, I mean. And it was also… the only real attraction I spotted on my first visit! Maybe I need to get past the front entrance, I should come back and try again.
7:00 PM: Dinner.
- Opinionated Language: Fine dining is NOT on the menu in Beaver. Find the nearest diner. Embrace the greasy spoon. It's part of the experience. And you probably will enjoy it!
8:00 PM: Back at the inn. Watch TV, avoiding the channel selection. And try and get some sleep - or at least, pretend to.
- Emotional Reactions: The sheer silence of this hotel… it's unnerving. I can hear the hum of the air conditioner and the distant thrum of the highway, all conspiring to keep me awake. I keep pulling the sheets over my head, wishing myself somewhere else, anywhere else.
Day 2: Coal Dust Dreams & The Quest for Decent Coffee
7:00 AM: Wake up (or try to; probably already awake). The sun is up. The world is up. Still, I’m exhausted, from the sheer experience of the room.
7:30 AM: Breakfast. (Don't expect anything gourmet. Think continental, and be grateful for the crumbs.)
8:00 AM: The Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine.
Messier Structure and occasional rambles: Now this is supposed to be the highlight. Supposedly there are tours into actual coal mines. I’m praying it’s not claustrophobic!
Anecdote: Now I have heard that this place could get a bit crowded sometimes, so I might get there early.
11:00 AM: Drive on, go to… Tamarack. And look for a coffee.
- Stronger emotional reactions: The search for halfway decent coffee is a soul-crushing quest. I'm talking, like, walking-around-with-a-coffee-stained-shirt soul crushing.
12:00 PM: Lunch. (Whatever Tamarack has to offer. Maybe something with a vaguely regional flavor, maybe.
1:30 PM: Back to the hotel. Maybe go for a swim. The pool looks… questionable.
3:00 PM: Return to the room. Watch TV. Contemplate life choices. (They're all leading to this moment, aren't they?)
7:00 PM: Dinner.
- Rambles: The food scene in the area is… limited. Don't go expecting Michelin stars. Embrace the local flavor, even if it's a flavor you’re not entirely sure you like.
8:00 PM: Try to locate some form of entertainment that isn’t the TV. Or give in. The TV is the enemy… and the friend of the hour.
Day 3: Leaving Beaver (THANK GOD)
7:00 AM: Attempt to check out without getting charged extra for… something.
7:30 AM: Last breakfast. (Try not to make eye contact with the bedspread.)
8:00 AM: Head out.
8:30 AM: Get ready for the road. I'm out.
- Final Thoughts: This trip has been a lesson in adaptability, a crash course in existential acceptance, and a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. You made it - I can’t believe it. I can’t wait to go home.
Alright, spill the beans. Is this place *actually* a "Best Kept Secret"?
"Best Kept Secret"? Oh, honey, that tagline is probably older than my grandma! Honestly, it *might* have been a secret back when Beaver, Oklahoma, was just a twinkle in the eye of a tumbleweed. Here's the thing: It's definitely a budget option. No, scratch that, it's a *budget-budget* option. Think... well, think of the kind of motel your road trip buddies used to joke about ending up in after a night of questionable decisions. But, and here's where things get interesting... it's got *character*. And sometimes, character is all you need. I mean, if I'm being brutally honest, I think that a good portion of the "Best Kept Secret" crowd consists of people who've wandered in there after a long drive, their credit cards are screaming, and they're just too damn tired to look for anything else.
The rooms... give me the lowdown. What's the vibe?
Vibe? Okay, picture this: You're stepping into a time capsule... from the 1980s... that hasn't been updated since. Let's just say that the decor decisions were... *bold*. Think floral bedspreads that could double as a camouflage pattern, slightly wonky TVs that only get three channels, and a certain *je ne sais quoi* in the air that hints at previous inhabitants. The carpet... oh, sweet Jesus, the carpet. I've seen cleaner carpets in a barn. (Apologies to any cows reading this.) Look, it's not a palace. It's not supposed to be. But the rooms, surprisingly, are usually clean-ish. And the A/C? That beauty is *powerful*. Which is critical in Oklahoma.
Okay, so, the *cleanliness*... be real with me.
This is where things get tricky. Let's just say that expectations need to be adjusted. Like, *way* down. I've never found anything *gross*, like, I wasn't dodging biohazards or anything. But, let's also just say that the cleaning crew at the Hwy 19 Inn Oasis are not winning any awards for their meticulousness. Dust bunnies? Oh, they're flourishing. Smudges on the mirrors? Standard equipment. But hey, it's a budget motel, right? You're not paying for a spa experience. Just... bring your own wipes, okay? And maybe a haz-mat suit, just in case. (Just kidding. Mostly.)
The Wi-Fi. Is it even a thing?
Wi-Fi... Ah, yes, the modern traveler's essential. Let's just say that the Wi-Fi at the Hwy 19 Inn Oasis is on par with a dial-up connection... powered by a hamster on a tiny wheel. Sometimes, it works. Sometimes, it doesn't. Sometimes, you get a tantalizing glimpse of the internet's glory, only to have it snatched away like a free cookie at a toddler's birthday party. My advice? Download anything important BEFORE you arrive. And prepare to embrace the bliss of digital detox. Or, you know, tether to your phone. That usually works.
The staff? Are they... friendly? What's the service like?
Okay, I have a story! Here's the *thing* about the staff: they are *eccentric*. Which, in Beaver, Oklahoma, can mean anything from "pleasant grandmother" to "guy who's seen some stuff." I have encountered both. One time, and this is true, the guy at the front desk wasn't just *at* the front desk—he was *under* it, working on something. Didn't even look up when I walked in. I stood there, bewildered, awkwardly clearing my throat. Eventually, he popped up like a caffeinated meerkat and said, "Evening. Room?" His voice had a slight gravelly edge, a legacy of the hard life, or maybe just chain-smoking cheap cigarettes. The service is... functional. They'll get you a room. They'll probably smile. Maybe not a genuine, teeth-baring smile, but a polite, "glad you didn't pick someone else" kind of nod. Embrace the quirks. It's part of the *charm*.
Breakfast? Is there even breakfast? Tell me it's not just a vending machine.
Breakfast... Ah, the million-dollar question. Prepare yourself for a continental experience that might make you nostalgic for your college dorm room. You're typically getting a selection of pre-packaged pastries, instant oatmeal (which can be surprisingly comforting in a pinch), and the ever-present, ever-mysterious tiny tubs of margarine. Coffee? It's coffee. Drinkable, but don't expect a barista-level latte. It's better/cheaper than buying something from the fast food place down the road, so you're winning.
Anything else I should know before I check in? Like, what are the *hidden dangers*?
Hidden dangers? Okay, listen up. Here's the intel. The biggest "danger," and this should be said, is that it is close to Beaver. That means if you aren't careful, there will be several hours of driving around the town of Beaver. Another danger is... overstaying your welcome. This place is a great place to get some rest, but remember that there isn't much around, so it's easy to get lost in the monotony of the world.
Okay, one more thing - is the Hwy 19 Inn Oasis *worth it*?
Worth it? That depends on *you*. I wouldn't recommend it for a honeymoon, but if you're looking for a cheap place to crash on a long road trip, yeah. It's *worth it*. But go in with your expectations low, your sense of humor high, and a healthy dose of acceptance for the fact that you're not exactly staying at the Ritz-Carlton. It's an *experience*. And sometimes, those are the best kind. Just... bring your own pillow. And maybe a flamethrower to sterilize the place... I'm kidding! Mostly.
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