Wingate by Wyndham Cincinnati - Blue Ash in Cincinnati, OH

We enjoyed our stay. Hotel room very clean. We were greeted with friendly service and hot sandwiches from City Barbecue. There is a small park with outdoor ice skating rink and observation tower that we could see from our room. The skating rink was closed but would be fun. The only thing I was disappointed about was small size of pool towels and no hot tub. We were at hotel for proximity to Newport Aquarium (our plans for New Year’s Day).

Overall this hotel was average Wingate hotel with clean room, hot buffet breakfast, indoor pool and gym. The two highlights for this hotel are the comfortable mattress and dish cable with HBO. And the bonus point is that Summit park is near by with great hiking, biking trails and different playgrounds for kids.

If you are planning to visit Cincinnati or communities to its north, this hotel is a great choice. It has become our favorite hotel in the area and we’ve stayed here half a dozen times. The rooms are clean and spacious and equipped with very comfortable beds and room-darkening shades. We’ve never had the slightest issue with noise. The showers have great water pressure and you can adjust the shower head for a wonderful massage. Access to I-71-, I-75, and I-275 are all nearby and easy. Breakfast has plenty of choices and the workout room is well equipped. We haven’t used the pool (indoor) but it looks inviting. Desk staff are friendly and helpful. Best of all, Summit Park is right across the street. There are paths for running or walking, bikes to rent, separate playground areas for tots and bigger kids, a wetland, a hill, even a skating rink. The park used to be the site of a small airport, and you can go high up in the control tower, either by climbing the stairs or using the elevator, for sweeping views of the countryside. What better antidote to hours cooped up in a car? The park is home to three restaurants, all of which welcome kids but not in a way that would alienate adults. We’ve had fine meals with excellent service in all three.

Bathrooms out of date, gross. Shower didn't drain, toilet flap didn't work. Toilet constantly ran, had to adjust the flap myself multiple times. I know, you ask "why did you call maintenance?" We were in town for some hockey games and we were constantly on the run, we didn't have time to deal with maintenance staff and waiting around.

The room was well appointed. The bathroom was clean. The breakfast was really good for an included breakfast. The other amenities like pool and workout area were a nice bonus. I was most impressed with how comfortable the mattress was and how quiet the hotel was. Best nights sleep on the road in a long time.