"The property was clean inside & out like our last stay. The price that we paid on this stay was excessive, but it could have been worse had Expedia not got involved (meaning we would NOT have stayed)."
"We were happy with our stay. It was a newer property, very clean and the beds were very comfortable. Our only negative was that the breakfast was only so-so."
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Albert Lea - Austin
10/10 Excellent
"I had an overnight holiday stay just for a break. Check in was seamless, and the room was very clean and neat, and very attractive. The a/c worked well, and everything else did too except the toilet kept running. I was finally able to shut that off, and had no issue afterwards.
The stay was truly nice. Breakfast was good but one issue was almond milk only for breakfast (I have a nut allergy so I can't have almond).
The only other problem was that despite hanging out my DND sign, the housekeeper still knocked and asked when I was leaving, a full 2 hours ahead of checkout.
That of course made me feel pressured.
Otherwise the 12 noon checkout is great.
So except for a couple of things, Mostly I had a great time with a lot of rest."
"The hotel had just opened under Howard Johnsons, room was nice but soap dispenser was leaking on counter and on to bathroom floor. I let them know, I'm sure it has been fixed. I also had to call for towels, but had a set in minutes.
I think my problem Saturday night was with Expedia and not hotel. Hotel would not honor reservation, Expedia said management would not answer and could not reverse payment for room they sold me until Monday after they made final determination, it was not in my favor. Even if it was the hotel, Expedia took my money for a room they couldn't provide. Hotel sold me a room but would not honor my attempted booking through Expedia. The front desk told me I was the 4th or 5th one that night and they didn't know why Expedia was marketing their rooms.
It appears contracts aren't enforceable or agreed upon with new name. I feel Expedia should have atleast refunded my no cancelation booking if they are unable to force hotel to honor agreement or didn't have an agreement. Expedia said I should have purchased insurance.
I can imagine a lot of reasons for not making it to my hotel or even the hotel unable to accommodate due to issues other than their relationship with Expedia, and can afford an unavoidable loss of this level. Even the insurance shouldn't pay for poor management regardless of where this everyday transaction failed.
Expedia sold room as Howard Johnsons (it was) but refers to it as Motel 6 in their communications regarding this review."
"My kids and I stayed here in June 2026 on our way to the Black Hills during a cross country camping trip. Our room was great, and we very much appreciated the filtered water and hot shower. There is a Pizza Hut across the street and a family style dinner across the parking lot; this made dinner so convenient for us as we did not want to travel far.
The best part of our stay was our host though. Absolutely an awesome guy! When we were checking out, he even helped me carry my ice chest to my car and get it loaded. Seriously. You don't find that type of service and friendliness anymore. If I could give him more than five stars, I would. Highly recommend."
"The rooms were clean but the daily refresh of he room (stayed 4 nights)was limited. I had fresh towels everyday but garbage was not taken out day to day, Kleenex was not refilled after running out, paper coffee cups were not replenished day to day. the bed spread and blankets were pulled up but the bed was not "made". These are all something we are used to from other hotels but was not a "requirement"."
Yes, there are holiday rentals close to the most popular sights in Kiester, or you can select a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay.
What can I see and do in Kiester?
While you're exploring the area, Fountain Lake and Rice Lake are a couple of picturesque spots to get outside and enjoy nature. In the wider area, you’ll find Albert Lea City Arena and Diamond Jo Casino.
What are holiday rentals like in Kiester?
Holiday rentals are privately owned properties you can book for a few days, or a quick weekend, in Kiester. Holiday rentals provide amenities like WiFi and washers and dryers so you'll feel right at home. If you're concerned about a clean environment, holiday rentals can provide a sense of seclusion away from shared hotel lifts and busy reception areas while still allowing you a great travel experience. You'll also have more space in a holiday rental than in a hotel, which makes a holiday rental an attractive choice for a family getaway.
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