Axel's take: 7.3/10
A practical airport stop, with useful freebies but uneven room upkeep. A no-frills 3-star airport hotel beside public transit, scored for what it is.
This no-frills 3-star is a good fit for a short airport stay rather than a Cleveland vacation centerpiece. Free breakfast, parking during your stay and an airport shuttle make it convenient, while nearby Puritas rail service helps with downtown trips. Expedia guests repeatedly praise helpful staff, comfortable beds and clean rooms; Booking.com’s overall rating is more restrained, so we’d call it useful rather than outstanding.
The trade-off is inconsistent upkeep. Recent Tripadvisor guests describe worn furnishings, musty or smoky smells and cleaning lapses, alongside positive reports of perfectly adequate rooms. Freeway and bus-terminal noise can also disturb sleep. The shuttle runs from 4 a.m. to midnight, not around the clock, and extended parking costs extra. We’d consider it for one night, but skip it if quiet and reliably fresh rooms are priorities.
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Best for: budget-conscious airport travelers; short overnight stays; travelers using public transit
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Watch out for: freeway and bus-terminal noise; uneven cleaning and room maintenance; airport shuttle is not 24-hour
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Location: Convenient for CLE and Puritas rail service; surroundings are functional rather than scenic.
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Rooms: Microwaves and mini-fridges are useful; guests report mixed bed comfort and worn bathrooms.
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Cleanliness: Many guests praise clean rooms, but recent complaints about odors and cleaning lapses recur.
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Service: Helpful staff are a frequent strength on Expedia, though Tripadvisor feedback is less consistent.
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Amenities: Free breakfast, a small gym and an airport shuttle operating daily from 4 a.m. to midnight.
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Fees and surprises: Stay parking is free; extended parking and pets cost extra, and Booking.com lists a refundable damage deposit.
Axel's opinion of La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland - Airport North, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.