Magnuson Hotels

From missing trim and exposed drywall to a screaming shower with only enough hot water for one person, this place is a pit. The carpet is stained and lumpy. The ceiling had huge spots on it. This place just feels ‘dirty’. Even the wireless internet was kinda slow. On a positive note I thought the bed was pretty comfortable (but the mattress pad pulled up on both sides while we were sleeping). Also, take note — if you are a light sleeper avoid this place because the train tracks are less than a block from the hotel. This place was definitely not worth the $ 77 (after tax) we paid.

This past weekend, I was in lovely DeKalb to participate in a bike ride supporting research on Multiple Sclerosis. My sister and I spent the night here at a discounted rate offered to ride participants (thanks, Magnuson!).
The best thing Magnuson has going for it would be location. It’s just down the street from the Convocation center, so were I ever to attend a graduation at Northern, this is where I would stay. I’m all about walking whenever possible to avoid traffic and parking frustrations.
Beyond that, Magnuson is a fairly standard hotel. Our room had two double beds, a clean bathroom, etc. All you would expect.
Above expectations, however, was the complimentary breakfast. I had to leave super-​early to bike, but my sister got to stay, sleep in, and make a Belgian waffle. [jealous]