We choose the Metro Plaza because it is the nearest hotel to Union Station and we were arriving late at night. Just step out of the main exit of Union Station, walk uo ti Almeda street and turn right. You'll see a Chevron statiin a couple blocks away. The hotel is just feet away from there. The front desk staff were friendly and welcoming. They even offered us a room with 2 beds for no extra charge since we were 2 male travelors. Our room (305) was very large with fresh linens and clean bathroom. Finally, this was the most affordable hotel in the area. Now the cons: the area is rather stetchy at night with homeless & drug users across the street from the station; thus, walk on the right side of the street when heading to the hotel. The hotel is very very dated with worn carpet and tired decor. On our cross-country train trip (Zephyr, Coast Starlight, Southwest Chief), we stayed at the Crawford Hotel in Denver $500, the Hyatt in San Fran $350, and will be staying at the Intercontinental Chicago, so our standards are very high. To most of our fellow 1st class travelors this place might be a shock to their delicate sense. But it is a perfectly suitable utility room for a very brief stay, while waiting our departure today on the train.
