We really enjoyed staying at the Candlewood. It is a new hotel right down the road from all the amenities in Harrisonburg. The staff was friendly, the room was clean, the bathroom was nice...the kitchenette was also nice even though we didn't use it. The tv's screen was pretty large which was a pleasant surprise! There is also a dvd/vhs player and movies to borrow from the reception desk. We also enjoyed taking advantage of their free soda coupons that they give you upon check-in. The only unpleasant thing about the hotel is that the elevator and part of the hallway reeked of smoke. Luckily our room smelled fine, but it wasn't very fun having to hold our breath all the way down the hall and in the elevator. I'm guessing half the hall was smoking and the other half was not - perhaps it would be better to have a smoking floor?

All in all, I do recommend this hotel. I felt comfortable in the area and enjoyed its convenience to shopping and the JMU campus. more