Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Forest Lake, MN

Eh. It was a place to stay. Definitely run down. Rot everywhere. Room was falling apart. Pool was freezing. Hot tub was colder than my bath tub. Find somewhere else.

Multiple areas to eat within walking distance. Multiple areas to eat within a half mile drive. Located right off interstate. Driving a large dump truck and had no problem with parking at this location. Hotel was clean. Breakfast got us off to a good start. Waffles eggs and sausage.

Staff at the front desk and in the breakfast room were all friendly and quick to assist. While this is a Radisson, it's an older building and definitely not luxurious but comfortable and clean. It was a good location for our trip. The water was hot, the beds were comfortable and the pillows came in various firmness to ensure comfort. We did not use the pool or hot tub but they appeared well maintained. There was a chair lift available for anyone with mobility issues. Despite visiting in March, there was a recent snowfall. Joyfully, the parking lot was clear with ample parking. The fitness center had 1 recumbent bike, 1 treadmill and 1 elliptical. There was also a cable weight lifting rack as well as free weights, a bench and floor mats. The elliptical and treadmill both worked as expected. They provided fresh towels, disinfectant wipes and there was also a water cooler. The breakfast room was always clean and stocked with someone continuing to clean and restock throughout the breakfast hours. Options our 1st AM were "fried" eggs, sausage patties and homefries. Our 2nd AM scrambled eggs and buiscuts and gravy. Our 3rd AM cheese omlets, sausage patties and biscuits. I loved the string cheese and pineapple juice offered in the refrigerator. Also liked the addition of tomato and v8 juices as well as the traditional OJ apple and cranberry. Waffles, assorted instant oatmeal, cold cereal as well as breakfast pastries and breads for toasting were offered daily

The staff was very friendly. The breakfast one day was not the best but then the 2nd day it was awesome.

Overall, a nice property. Great breakfast. The pool area was ok, but needed better ventilation. And the hot tub was lukewarm at best.

Quiet and clean rooms. Inviting and helpful staff every time we stay here.