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Clarion Hotel Palmer Inn


Hotel class 2.5 of 5
3499 Route 1 South, Princeton, NJ 08540
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5 of 5 stars
Montreal, QC
24 Nov 2009 | Trip type: Business

I stayed at the Clarion for two nights in November. I found the rooms to be very clean, and the food in the restaurant was excellent. I liked the fact that I could walk to the shopping center next door. The staff was very friendly and helped me with everything I needed. I can't believe this place was only $89... more

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5 of 5 stars
wellesley, ma
13 Jul 2009

We just completed a 2 night stay at the Clarion Palmer Inn. The rooms were clean and the staff was incredibly accommodating. We were there for a lacrosse tournament, probably 25 families in all, and used the pool and outdoor courtyard both evenings for dinner and cooling off after the games. It is not a luxury hotel but quite nice... more

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5 of 5 stars
Victoria, BC
17 Jun 2009 | Trip type: Family

We were delighted with our stay at this hotel. Continental breakfast was not fancy but a step above that offered by similar establishments. Personal touches made the Palmer Inn feel well cared for and not just another standard corporate chain cutout. As noted above, the staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful to guests. more

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1 of 5 stars
NJ
8 Mar 2009 | Trip type: Business, Solo travel

I arrived with 3 huge luggages and no hotel staff to help a lady / hard to find your room. Confusing hotel layout / restaurant was out of business / sheets were dirty / mattress had dark stains / moldy smell on room / no kitchenette... it's just a microwave and a small refrigerator / apparently hotel rents a space... more

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1 of 5 stars
Charleston, West Virginia
27 Sep 2008 | Trip type: Family

If I were the brand manager for Choice Hotels, I would travel to NJ and personally rip the Clarion sign from the pole. The hotel's website describes it as an "upscale hotel." This is very false advertising. This hotel stinks -- literally. It SMELLS BAD. The scent is a combination of body odor mixed with greasy food, with carpet freshener... more

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2 of 5 stars
NYC
29 May 2008 | Trip type: Business, Solo travel
1/1 found this review helpful

I booked a few nights in this hotel because they offered an affordable university rate ($95/night). At first, I thought the accommodations were adequate, but there were enough problems with the hotel that I don't think I would return. It is worth it to pay a bit more to stay in the Palmer House directly on campus, if possible. What... more

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3 of 5 stars
Crescent City, CA
21 Mar 2008 | Trip type: Family
1/1 found this review helpful

If you need to visit Princeton University, this is a good site to start your trip. It takes only about 5-10 minutes to arrive on the Princeton campus, no matter what the time of day. The hotel seemed older, but then, I guess that's to be expected in the entire area. Check in was smooth, the room was ready and... more

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5 of 5 stars
pittsburgh
16 Dec 2007 | Trip type: Friends getaway
2/2 found this review helpful

I do not see what all of the negative reviews are about here. I found the recently renovated hotel classy, clean, and a very good bargain for the area. Our room as posted in the pictures was large and spotless with an added balcony as a bonus. The breakfast was average but most are so it is not that big... more

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2 of 5 stars
Los Altos, CA
26 Sep 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

The good thing is the price. The staff is also friendly and knowledgable. The rooms are big and the lobby area looks OK. The shower works. Other than that: the rooms are smelly, either with smoke or heavy deodorant. I really like my breathing air free of odors. The wireless does not work in the room. The bed is pretty... more

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3 of 5 stars
Clearwater Beach, FL
15 Aug 2007 | Trip type: Couples
1/2 found this review helpful

We stayed here 4 nights. I found the staff very helpful and Charlie Brown's was a good value for the evening meal. The room slept well, the A/C was good and our room was quiet, but if there is a lot of activity at the pool, the rooms would not isolate the noise. For my purposes the location was great... more

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Clarion Hotel Palmer Inn Also Known As

  • Clarion Hotel Palmer
  • Clarion Princeton
  • Princeton Clarion
Address: 3499 Route 1 South, Princeton, NJ 08540