Axel's take: 7.3/10
Useful kitchen suites and a convenient location, but upkeep needs more consistency. A practical 3-star extended-stay hotel near I-94, scored for what it is.
MainStay Suites is a practical 3-star extended-stay hotel near I-94, suited to travelers who want space and a kitchen rather than polished surroundings. It’s a good pick for longer visits or medical appointments if you can accept some wear. Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise spacious suites, comfortable beds and helpful staff, while the location works well for West Acres shopping and getting around by car.
The trade-off is uneven upkeep: recent reviews on both sites describe worn furnishings, missed cleaning and maintenance problems alongside plenty of clean, comfortable stays. The indoor pool and hot tubs have attracted repeated complaints about closures, temperature and condition; later guests report using them, so don’t assume they remain closed. Confirm their status and breakfast availability before booking. We’d skip it if spotless rooms or dependable swimming facilities are priorities.
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Best for: longer stays with self-catering; medical visitors with a car; road-trip stopovers
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Watch out for: inconsistent cleaning and maintenance; unreliable pool and hot-tub experience; confirm breakfast availability
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Location: Convenient for I-94, West Acres shopping and driving around Fargo.
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Rooms: Spacious kitchen suites and comfortable beds, but furnishings show wear.
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Cleanliness: Many guests report clean rooms; recent cross-site complaints show inconsistency.
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Service: Helpful staff earn frequent praise, though check-in and complaint handling vary.
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Amenities: Kitchens, laundry, gym and free Wi-Fi; verify pool, hot tubs and breakfast.
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Fees and surprises: Free standard parking; dogs incur a fee, and housekeeping is listed as weekly.
Axel's opinion of MainStay Suites Fargo - I-94 Medical Center, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Hotels.com · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.