Escape to Tulsa: Catoosa's BEST Hotel Awaits!
Escape to Tulsa: Catoosa's BEST Hotel Awaits! – A Review That's Actually Real (and Maybe a Little Crazy)
Okay, so, "Catoosa's BEST Hotel"? Bold claim. I'm here to see if it holds water. And after a few days at Escape to Tulsa, I have some thoughts. Buckle up, buttercups. This isn't your typical sanitized review.
First Impressions (and the Scramble for the Lobby):
The website promised… well, it promised a lot. The reality? Not quite matching the glossy photos, but that's okay, right? Because real life rarely does. First off, Accessibility. This is crucial for me, and a huge win for "Escape to Tulsa". They've got facilities for disabled guests, an elevator, and while I didn’t personally need it, the wheelchair accessibility seemed legit. It’s not just a checkbox, you can tell they put some thought into it. Seriously, big props on that front - this is important. The check-in/out [express] was indeed express, which is clutch after a long drive. The staff trained in safety protocol was definitely evident, which felt comforting.
Rooms: Sanctuary or… Almost?
My room was… well, it was a room. A perfectly acceptable room, actually. They boast "Available in all rooms: 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." Phew! Okay. Most of that lived up to the promise. The Wi-Fi [free] was a lifesaver because, you know… internet. I needed it. The blackout curtains were amazing and allowed me to sleep in, which is heaven sent. (I am forever grateful for daily housekeeping because, let's face it, I'm messy!) The desk was functional, I actually used the laptop workspace, and the coffee/tea maker saved me a trip down to the lobby in the mornings. Mostly a win, though, the soundproofing didn’t quite block out the kid screaming at 6 am.
The "Spa" Experience. (Confessions of a Body Wrap Virgin.)
Okay, so the "Spa." Look, I'm a guy, I don't frequently get into these things, but hey, I figured, Escape to Tulsa, right? Gotta escape something! They had a Sauna and a Steamroom, which I’d heard of and which are cool, but the real draw was the Body Wrap. I, ladies and gentlemen, have now been wrapped. And if I'm being honest? It was… bizarre. Sticky, warm, and weirdly… relaxing. I spent a solid hour questioning my life choices while wrapped in seaweed, but hey, my skin felt amazing afterward. The Massage was more my speed, though. Highly recommended. It was pure bliss. The Foot bath was a nice touch too. So yeah… spa: definitely worth checking out.
Food, Glorious Food (and the Occasional Disappointment):
Alright, let's talk food. This is where things got a little… bumpy. They had a good selection, with Restaurants serving International cuisine and Western cuisine. The Asian cuisine in restaurant was a surprisingly good option, I'm not gonna lie. The Breakfast [buffet] was your standard fare – eggs, bacon, toast, the works. Fine, but nothing to write home about. But the Breakfast takeaway service was genius. Score! Grabbed a quick breakfast and headed to work. The Coffee/tea in restaurant was decent. The Bar was fun for a late night snack and drinks. The Poolside bar was a lifesaver at the end of a hot day. Room service [24-hour] was a godsend after a long travel day. The Snack bar was also a convenient option. Happy hour was also great! However… the Desserts in restaurant were a bit of a letdown. Sorry not sorry. I'm a dessert guy. And the Soup in restaurant was, well, forgettable. But hey, you can’t win them all. I'm also a huge fan of the Bottle of water they give you!
Amenities and Random Thoughts:
The Swimming pool [outdoor] was a highlight. Gorgeous views, perfect for a refreshing dip. The Fitness center had enough to keep me busy, even if I didn't spend hours there, and all the Anti-viral cleaning products and other Cleanliness and safety details mentioned are comforting. They seriously took covid seriously. Again, great job on that. The Car park [free of charge] was a welcome bonus, and the Internet access (both Wi-Fi in public areas and in my room) was essential for working. Cashless payment service was also a plus. The elevators were easy to use.
The Verdict: Escape Achieved?
Okay, so “Escape to Tulsa: Catoosa's BEST Hotel Awaits!”… Is it the absolute best? Probably not. But it's genuinely good. It's comfortable, well-equipped, has enough amenities to keep you occupied. The staff was friendly and helpful, the location was convenient (especially for, well, being in Catoosa). The Safe dining setup and other Hygiene certification details were reassuring. And the fact that it tries to cater diverse needs is commendable.
Final Rating: 4 out of 5 stars. (And a special mention for the body wrap - you weirdly wonderful thing.)
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OMG! This Family-Sized Middelkerke Studio Will Blow You Away! (6th Floor Views!)
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because this ain't your grandma's itinerary. We're going to Tulsa. Or, more accurately, East Tulsa… Catoosa, to be precise. And our base of operations? The Holiday Inn Express & Suites. Don't get any ideas, folks, I’m traveling alone. (Or, at least, I thought I was, until the motel’s hairdryer tried to kill me…more on that later.)
The Cat's Meow (or, What I Think Will Be the Cat's Meow, Pray for Me): A Rambling, Slightly Anxious Tulsa Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival, Hairdryer Terror, & the Search for BBQ
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Touchdown at Tulsa International Airport (TUL). The airport… it's fine. Functional. You get that generic airport feeling of "Where am I? What's happening?" followed by the frantic hunt for a rental car. Pray the GPS works. (It never does).
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM: Head to the Catoosa Holiday Inn Express & Suites. Check-in. Side note: Did I choose the right room? Is the view…adequate? Will the bed be as comfortable as it looks? These are the genuine questions of a solo traveler.
2:45 PM - 3:30 PM: Unpack. Assess the room situation. Bathroom check. Critical Hairdryer Assessment. Okay, the dryer is one of those wall-mounted jobs. That's usually a red flag. I switch it on, hear a weird sputtering, and BAM! It sputters again, shoots off a puff of what looks suspiciously like smoke, and dies. Right. Okay. That'll be reported. That's definitely a signal to the front desk "I am not from here". This could be the beginning of a beautiful disaster, a saga of motel room oddities.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM: Mandatory motel room lounge and panic. I usually do this when traveling alone. I'm in a new place. The unknown. The thrill of exploring the great unknown. Maybe I should buy a lottery ticket.
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM: The BBQ Pilgrimage. Ok, I need BBQ. Like, badly. Research indicated "Burn Co BBQ" should be my FIRST stop. I hope to make this a REAL experience. Pray for no lines… if there's a line I might lose it. This is make or break for the whole trip. Seriously. I'm talking existential crisis level BBQ needs. Get in. Get the brisket. Savor the burnt ends. And then… bliss? Maybe a side of mac and cheese? Don't judge me.
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Take-out and Motel Room Contemplation. If Burn Co BBQ is as good as advertised, this is a moment of pure, unadulterated joy. If it's… less… I will weep into my coleslaw. This is the part where I sit on the bed, watch some terrible TV, and wonder if I should've packed more socks. Seriously, you never pack enough socks.
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM: The plan is to… nothing? I want to go to bed and chill. But if I get bored, I'll check out the "entertainment" options in the area on my phone. Pray there are no cheesy bars and no one hits on me.
Day 2: Route 66, the Blue Whale, & More BBQ (because, priorities)
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Free Breakfast at the Holiday Inn (likely involving powdered eggs and questionable coffee). Gotta fuel up before tackling the day. Fingers crossed for REAL fruit.
- 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Route 66 Adventure. Okay, so it's a cliché. But I have to drive a bit of Route 66. Cruise around. Take some photos. Feel the history. Maybe find a kitschy souvenir. I'm secretly hoping to find a diner. I can already taste the greasy spoon breakfast.
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: The Blue Whale of Catoosa. Insta-worthy location. Gotta make sure to take a hundred shots for no real reason. But the Blue Whale? It's an icon! Must-see. I will probably spend too long trying to get the perfect selfie.
- 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Lunch at a diner. Hopefully, there's a quirky diner in Catoosa! Burgers? Fries? Shake? Yes, yes, and yes! If there's a jukebox, it is my destiny.
- 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Revisit the BBQ scene. Okay, I know I'm probably gonna get tired of BBQ, but I want to revisit it.
- 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Relax. Maybe hit up the pool. If it's not full of screaming kids. Or just read a book. Embrace the solitude.
- 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Dinner: Still figuring this out. Another new place? Or take-out again?
- 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: I'm thinking a movie, but then I've gotta have a nice rest.
Day 3: Museums, Airport, and the Aftermath
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Free Breakfast at the Holiday Inn (repeat!).
- 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Museums and exploring.
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch.
- 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Return to the Holiday Inn.
- 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Pack. Curse myself for not packing better.
- 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM: Check out. Say goodbye to the mysteriously unreliable hairdryer.
- 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM: Drive to the airport. Airport madness begins.
- 4:30 PM: Arrive at the airport.
- 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM: Check-in. Get through security. Fight the urge to buy something overpriced at a gift shop.
- 6:30 PM: Depart for home. Hopefully, in one piece.
Final Thoughts:
This itinerary is, of course, subject to change. I’m a chaotic being. I may discover a killer record store. I may get lost. I may eat BBQ for every single meal. The point is, I'm going to embrace it. I’ll tell you all about it. Maybe. Probably. Okay, definitely. Stay tuned. Send prayers (and maybe some extra socks).
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Escape to Tulsa: Catoosa's BEST Hotel Awaits! (Or Does It? Let's Unpack That...)
So, is this place *actually* the "BEST" hotel in Catoosa? Honestly?
Okay, look, I’m a pretty cynical traveler. “BEST” is a loaded word, right? Like, the best pizza? Depends on your mood, the crust, the toppings... you get the picture. Catoosa isn't exactly the epicenter of luxury hotels, let's be honest. But... after staying here the other week? It's doing its best. Seriously, it *tries*. And sometimes, that's enough. My expectations were low, I’ll say that right now. I mean, it's Catoosa. But I was pleasantly surprised… most of the time.
One thing I will say: the free continental breakfast? Don't expect gourmet. It's your standard, slightly stale muffins and lukewarm coffee. But... and this is a *major* but... they had those little individually wrapped mini-muffins with the chocolate chips. Those are my weakness, you guys. So, you know, points for that. I may have… perhaps… eaten four. Don't judge! #SelfCare
What about the rooms? Are they, you know… *clean*?
Right, the room. This is where it gets... interesting. My particular room, bless its heart, was... well, it had seen some things. Tiny details. One of the lampshades leaned a bit. The carpet looked like it had witnessed the Great Flood of Catoosa. There was a weird, vaguely floral scent that hinted at aggressive air freshener (but not in a bad way. It was… nostalgic?). But the bed! Oh, the bed! Actually, it was surprisingly comfortable. I sank right in and slept like a log, right after taking a shower. Did I mention my shower was missing a screw on the shelf? I just left it there because, I said to myself "It'll be fine".
It’s not the Ritz, folks. Let’s be real. But it was clean *enough*. Mostly. Is there a hair or two in the corner? Maybe. But overall? The cleanliness wasn’t a deal-breaker. (I may have spent a good ten minutes examining the sheets with a magnifying glass, just in case. Don’t judge! I have to cover my bases...)
Is the pool… swim-worthy?
Okay, the pool. The pool is... an experience. Think: rectangular, slightly chlorinated, and with a distinct lack of fancy features. I mean, there was no swim-up bar. No waterfalls. No poolside service. (A girl can dream, right?). But! It was open, it was refreshing on a scorching Oklahoma afternoon, and there were surprisingly few screaming children. (Bonus points for that, Catoosa hotel!). I did see one rogue inflatable doughnut drifting around. That added a certain... *je ne sais quoi* to the atmosphere. Overall? Yes, swim-worthy. Just don’t expect the Four Seasons. Expect... a very basic pool.
I think I remember someone making a joke about how the lifeguards were always on duty. I think there were no lifeguards in sight, just the pool's green water.
What’s the deal with the staff? Are they friendly? Helpful? Or… secretly plotting the hotel's downfall?
This is where the hotel really shines. The staff? Absolutely lovely. Genuinely. Not the fake-friendly, forced-smile type. These people seemed like they genuinely cared. I asked one of the front desk ladies if there was a good place to get a burger. I love burgers. I needed a burger after a long drive. The woman's face lit up. "Oh, honey, you HAVE to go to Patty Cakes down the street! Best burgers in Catoosa!" And you know what? They were. She also recommended a local place to get some good BBQ and even pointed me to the nearest gas station to get some snacks. That's the kind of local insight you can’t get from some corporate chain. It makes all the difference.
One day I left my car keys in the room. They offered to hold them at the front desk for when I returned to the hotel. It was just a quick gesture that, when you've been on a road trip, is just what is wanted every time.
Is there anything *nearby*? I don’t just want to be stuck in a hotel all day.
Okay, Catoosa. Let's be realistic. It's not exactly a bustling metropolis. But! There's enough to keep you occupied. Aside from Patty Cakes and the BBQ joint (seriously, go!), there's the Blue Whale of Catoosa (iconic! A must-see! Even if it’s a bit… quirky). There are a few shops, some gas stations, and, you know, the things you'd expect from a small town next to a highway. Don't go expecting night life.
I will say this: The proximity to the Cherokee Casino is... *tempting*. Maybe don’t stay here *if* you have a gambling problem. Just saying. If you go, good luck! I hope you win big. And maybe bring me back a souvenir. Just kidding... mostly.
My final verdict: Should I stay at this hotel?
Alright, here's the bottom line. Escape to Tulsa: Catoosa's BEST Hotel? Maybe. Depends on your definition of "best." It’s not a luxury experience. It's not a design marvel. But it’s comfortable, the staff are delightful, it’s clean enough, and, most importantly, it’s got those tiny, chocolate-chip-filled mini muffins. And sometimes, that's all you need. If you're looking for a decent, reasonably priced place to crash in Catoosa, this is a solid choice. Could it be better? Sure. But is it worthy of a visit? Absolutely.
Would I stay again? Actually... yeah, probably. I'm a sucker for friendly staff and slightly run-down charm. Plus, I'm already craving one of those muffins. And that, my friends, is as honest as I can be.
