As a teacher, the ideal life is to teach your favorite classes nine months out of the year and during that period to squirrel away enough money to go somewhere (anywhere) interesting during the summer. Sometimes it works out and sometimes it doesn’t, but over the course of my career I’ve usually managed to put together some kind of out of town outing. This particular summer we have a pretty packed schedule, and I wasn’t really looking for an additional getaway. But then my wife’s work scheduled their annual conference which included a family suite at the Embassy Suites in Dallas and since my son had a soccer tournament in the area as well, the staycation was on.
The Hotel is located near the DFW airport just off 635 on Bass Pro drive. As the name of the road would suggest, Embassy is physically connected to the Bass Pro Shop. Visitors can walk through the exhibits and sporting goods shop without leaving the hotel complex. Which is convenient for those of us with relatively young children.
Located in the Hotel center is a Starbuck’s which is surrounded by an indoor courtyard where breakfast, and snacks are served. A short walk away from the complex center will take visitors past a restaurant and bar area into the Bass Pro Shop. Walk in the other direction from the center and one finds the hotel pool and gym facilities, as well as a series of conference rooms.
The pool area is sufficient but admittedly not great considering how nice the rest of the hotel complex is. The suites are spacious, comfortable and more than adequate for a family our size, though admittedly they may be a bit small for anything more than two parents and two children. The wifi in the rooms is functional but I found it more convenient to use the internet sharing option on my phone. The complimentary breakfasts provided are hot and satisfying with a pretty good variety. I suggest getting up early though because on a busy day it can be nothing short of maddening to get through the line and find a table. I should preface that by saying that I did attend during a conference and I doubt the morning meal is so chaotic on a regular basis.
I should say a word about the staff as well. While I didn’t have a lot of daily interaction with them, the occasion on which I required their assistance were very positive. They were helpful and pleasant, and any and all questions were answered. All and all my stay at Embassy has been comfortable and enjoyable. My son in particular has had fun, my wife has fulfilled the requirements of her work, (I’m certain she would want me to emphasize that she has enjoyed herself), and I have been productive. All in all, a great weekend.