I missed my flight to Ireland and it made no sense to pay another high fare to return to NY. I decided to spend the night in New Jersey and to try to catch the next plane there. Like all the other guests in need of accommodation, I reviewed the listings of hotels and chose America's Best Value Inn for their reasonable price and further discount because I had called from the airport. I was not in the mood for spending more money since I would have to purchase a new flight and that goes with that! I felt for sure that the stay would be barely bearable and expected a notch above dump. The drive through an unflattering neighbourhood to the hotel did little to assuage my fears. But then the driver pulled up to a white building and my expectations rose just a bit. I was duly checked in. When I opened my door, I truly was surprised. The furniture, the space (it could have comfortably accommodated four persons), the television, refrigerator...all of that was really tasteful and modern. I spent a super comfortable night after using the free wifi to book a flight for the next day. I learned anew to reserve judgement.