"I had a unique opportunity to compare the Clayton Plaza to another hotel. My employer put me up at Fancy hotel for a couple nights. I was looking for an economical option to extend my stay a few days and I found the Clayton Plaza. It’s a great location in the heart of downtown Clayton that worked very well for my needs The room rate was about half the cost of Fancy hotel and included a very extensive delicious breakfast buffet, (served on paper plates), free parking and the use of facilities I didn’t need. At Fancy hotel everything - including bottled water in the room - was extra. The room, while very simple, was spacious and clean and had everything I needed, including a small refrigerator and a microwave. When I stayed at Fancy hotel, I could never get hot water in the shower whereas at the Clayton Plaza the shower was excellent and reliable. Fancy hotel had no counter space for my toiletries while Clayton Plaza had ample. The towels were not as plush, but they were clean and available. I didn’t have maid service so I can’t comment on that. The air conditioner worked very well and it was very hot day, better than at Fancy hotel. The dining room staff and other staff were very pleasant and helpful. At Fancy hotel, the reception clerk was very well trained and gracious while Clayton Plaza reception could use a little training. Windows could be cleaner, signage could be more polished, but for an economical, desirable location Clayton Plaza would be hard to beat. "
