COMFORT INN NORTH-POLARIS, Flint

Situated at the junction of Interstate 71 and Polaris Parkway, the hotel is directly adjacent to the Polaris Fashion Place mall and the Magic Mountain Polaris Center family fun park. Dining is abundant within a short walk, including Texas Roadhouse (0.5 km), Carrabba's Italian Grill (0.5 km), Bar Louie (0.5 km), and MacKenzie River Pizza (0.5 km). A Sheetz gas station is also nearby. For events, the Columbus Crew Stadium is 13 km away, and the Ohio State University campus and Short North arts district are a short drive. The highway provides quick access to downtown Columbus and the airport.

Rooms are generally described as spacious and clean, with comfortable beds and good water pressure in the showers. Each room includes a microwave, mini-fridge, coffee maker, hairdryer, ironing facilities, desk, seating area, and a TV. Both king and two-queen bed configurations are available. Some rooms feature a whirlpool bathtub and sofa sleeper. The hotel does not have rooms with a balcony or hot tub. Noise insulation between rooms is decent, but exterior noise from the lobby and hallway can be an issue in some rooms. Room furnishings in some units show wear, and a few reports mention maintenance issues such as mold in bathrooms or worn furniture. Request a room away from high-traffic areas for a quieter stay.

The hotel serves a free hot breakfast buffet each morning with a variety of options such as scrambled eggs, sausage or bacon, yogurt, fresh fruit, cereals, and made-to-order items. The breakfast area is well-stocked and maintained. Coffee receives particular praise. There is no restaurant on the property, but numerous dining options are within walking distance, including Texas Roadhouse, Carrabba's Italian Grill, Bar Louie, and MacKenzie River Pizza, all within 0.5 km. For a wider selection, Polaris Fashion Place and nearby streets offer additional choices.

The hotel features an indoor heated swimming pool with daily hours from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. The pool area is kept clean and is popular with families. A fitness centre with basic equipment is available for guest use. There is no spa, hot tub, or golf course on site. The fitness centre and pool are accessible via the lift and are suitable for all ages.

Free high-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. Free private on-site parking does not require a reservation, but the entrance area can be tight with cars during busy events. The 24-hour front desk can assist with late check-out (until 12:00) and luggage storage. Housekeeping is provided every three days; additional towels can be obtained from the front desk. Laundry facilities (coin-operated) and dry cleaning/ironing services are available for an additional charge. A meeting room accommodates up to 20 people. The property is wheelchair accessible with grab rails in toilets and a lift. Security features include CCTV, key card access, smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers. Accepted payment methods include American Express, Visa, Diners Club, JCB, Discover, Carte Blanche, and MasterCard.