Ontario Airport Inn

An Uncanny, Comfortable Mid-Priced Reminiscence of 80's Hospitality Whenever I do a hotel search and a decent, independent inn appears in the search results, I'm always tempted to consider it. The latest was the Ontario Airport Inn. Looking at the hotel's pictures, options, amenities, and noticing a decent rate even for a Saturday night, I went ahead and booked it. Upon pulling up for arrival at most hotels of similar size, I normally drive directly to a visible parking spot, park the car for the night, and walk back to the lobby to check in since my luggage usually consists of a carry-on backpack. However, at the Ontario Inn, I noticed something different right away: Registered Guest Parking only in the lot...and this suburban inn enforces it. Ahead of the entrance driveway into the lobby, the hotel has a lift gate barrier that goes into the guest parking area. Either an on-site security guard or an active room key card opens this gate. That means those arriving to check in park in the front first. Not a big deal for me, but worth mentioning for those who follow my routine. When I did pull up, the guard was very friendly about this policy, and he pointed me toward the arrivals parking area in front of the lobby for check in. When I got out, I glanced around and took note of the mature landscaping that was very well maintained. Check-in went smoothly and the hotel does place an incidentals deposit hold of $50 on the credit card used. The lobby also took my car's license plate number which showed to me that this place certainly enforced the Guest Parking Only policy considering that the parking lot had both a guard and a physical barrier. The look-and-feel of the property resembles early 80's luxury hospitality coupled with today's technology. The hotels appearance looked dated at first, but the maintenance and upkeep preserve the pastime glory. The grassy center courtyard and pool area combined with the numerous palm trees gives this hotel a little taste of a resort destination feel without the resort fee. I didn't have a chance to jump into the pool as I arrived after hours and had to check out early the next morning, but this would be something I would want to experience on a future visit. When going through the interior of the lobby and common areas, I felt like I literally traveled back to the 80's; most of the interior furnishing and colors mimic those pastimes with popcorn ceilings, traditional room furniture, and even an elevator with fairly recent modernized buttons, sensors and indicators but with a carpeted interior that was more common back then. All this was combined the the technology of today: A flat screen TV and Wi-Fi. This hotel had two "classes" of rooms: Deluxe and Executive. Both are essentially the same with the latter being only a few extra dollars more but with one key difference: Guests access Deluxe Rooms from the outside similar to a motel. Executive Rooms are accessed via an interior hallway--more of a traditional 'hotel' environment. I booked an Executive Room. Despite being near Ontario International Airport and next to the busy I-10 freeway, the insulation in the room combined with me having the A/C fan running during the night shielded this noise. In fact, the buildings provided a peaceful noise barrier to the courtyard area. The hotel offers generous hours for their free continental breakfast. As mentioned, I had to check out early in the morning and it was delightful to hear that the grub bar opened at 5am, even on a weekend. The food fare is typical to what other hotels offer: Bagels, muffins, cereal, oatmeal, and fresh fruit. This inn also offered chilled hard-boiled eggs as well as standard breakfast beverages like coffee, orange juice and milk. One rule to remember: The hotel does not allow guests to take food from the dining area, even to their rooms. This hotel also offers free shuttle service to/from ONT airport; however, I had no flight plans for this trip and thus didn't use the service. I had a good overall experience at Ontario Airport Inn. While the free breakfast food cannot be taken back to the room and the interior may appear dated, the mini-resort feel, secured parking, quiet rooms, lush gardens, and consistent 80's aesthetics combined with up-to-date technology make this independent hotel worth booking again in the future.

Cheap and just ok Great cheap place to stay, park your car and use airport. You can also leave your car their while your away. Very inexpensive but elevator and hallway are old and need a good cleaning. I will use it again.

Nice stay but expect to be treated like a "towel Thief!" I loved the property! It seemed a little dated, but it was a well-kept property. Well-lit Parking lot. On site and visible security. The room was very comfortable. The room we had was a ground floor with a sliding glass door access to the pool. Though it was raining the entire weekend, it was a nice view of the pool and grassy areas outside. Parking was ample. The vending machines were well stocked and reasonably priced. The Ice machines work great! Location to the Airport was perfect!!! Literally less than a 5-minute drive to the terminals. Disliked · The internet is spotty. As it was a rainy weekend, so we were stuck in more than we wished. They have what seemed to be internet TV and it was not good. the TV screen froze from every few seconds to every few minutes. There was a "mildewy" scent in the hallway. We had a very large King-Bed room, they only provided 2 of each type of towels. Which is fine because there were only two of us. However, all this could have been overlooked, it was my interaction I had in the morning of check-out I found most disconcerting. So we were there three days. On the check-out day, I took my other half to the airport to catch her flight back to Texas, I came back to the property as it was 6am. Late Check-out was noon. I stopped by the office and requested a fresh set of towels. They told me they would have them delivered. When I got to the room within the next 5 minutes, there was a gentleman who was holding fresh towels. Before he gave them to me, he demanded I give him my old towels to exchange. Like really? I've been there three days. I needed fresh towels! Like I'm really trying to steal your crappy, small, rough towels. I know like is not the Ritz-Carlton but they really need some better-quality towels. Also, not just this hotel but what is it about having to request new towels or linens? I mean isn't that the point in staying at a hotel. We are no slobs by any means but at least change out the towels daily, without requesting! Paying the same prices, if not more than before the quarantine/lock-Down

the worse hotel ever the worse place to stay no maid service no con breakfest as they claim they had the threw a handicap man on oxygen out of his room just because he had words with the maintance man that was harrassing him smdh i wouldnt stay here if it was for free rude ppl no service sleep in the bed for 2 weeks and not 1 day does the sheets get changed and room never got cleaned

An Oasis of Calm in Ontario The low price caught my eye but the meticulous care of this lovely older hotel will bring me back. I spent two unpleasant nights at the Motel 6 on Indian Hill then discovered this gem for a lower price. My spacious room had a balcony overlooking the pool and courtyard. In addition the third floor room was enhanced with a dark wood cathedral ceiling. The bedding and carpet look new and the sofa was so comfortable. Even the lampshades look new! The hotel price was lower as breakfast and housekeeping were not available but food is only a five minute drive or short walk away.