gambino hotel CINCINNATI

Hotel Description

You know what? The Gambino Hotel Cincinnati surprised me in the best possible way. I wasn’t expecting much from a 3-star spot, honestly – I’ve been burned by those “budget-friendly” places that turn out to be glorified hostels with attitude problems. But this place actually gets it right, and that 8.5 rating makes total sense once you’ve spent a night there.

The lobby hits you first – it’s got this warm, lived-in vibe that feels more like a boutique spot than your typical chain hotel. The check-in was smooth (thank god, because I rolled in after a delayed flight around 11 PM), and the front desk guy actually knew what he was talking about when I asked about good coffee nearby. Speaking of which – and this is one of those details that matters more than you’d think – their morning coffee situation is solid. Not amazing, but definitely better than the usual hotel lobby swill that tastes like it’s been sitting since the Clinton administration.

The rooms are where this place really shines for what it is. Clean sheets that don’t feel like sandpaper, decent water pressure in the shower, and – here’s the kicker – actual blackout curtains that work. I mean, I’ve stayed at places twice the price where the “blackout” curtains let in enough light to read by. The AC runs a bit loud, but it keeps the room properly cool, which in Cincinnati’s summer humidity is basically a godsend. Parking was straightforward too, none of that circling-the-block-for-twenty-minutes nonsense you get downtown. The neighborhood itself is pretty quiet at night – you’ll hear the occasional car, but nothing that’ll keep you up unless you’re one of those people who needs total silence to sleep.

What I really appreciated was how the staff seemed to actually care about the place running well. The housekeeping was thorough (they even folded my charging cables, which was… unnecessary but kind of sweet?), and when I mentioned the bathroom fan was making a weird rattling sound, maintenance showed up within an hour. It’s those little things that separate a decent stay from a “never again” situation. The whole place feels like someone’s paying attention to the details without trying to be fancy about it. For a 3-star hotel, that’s honestly refreshing – they know what they are and they do it well instead of pretending to be something they’re not. If you’re looking for a solid, no-drama place to crash in Cincinnati without breaking the bank, this is your spot.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $100. Double Room with Garden View with 1 double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $103. Economy Double Room with 1 double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $105. Superior Queen Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $111. Superior Double or Twin Room with 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $127. Deluxe Triple Room with 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Abdulateef from United States – 25 May 2025 (8/10)

  The room was great for two of us and the staff were friendly and helpful. The location was perfect just next to a train stop.
  
  What could be improved: The shower sinks don't drain well and beds were okay at best. Other than that still recommended the hotel.

• Neil from Malta – 19 May 2025 (9/10)

  location is just steps away from the train station
  
  What could be improved: nothing

• Noora from Finland – 16 May 2025 (9/10)

  Clean and cool hotel

• Ho from France – 15 May 2025 (9/10)

  Love the garden view, super clean room and friendly staffs. There is a S-bahn 3 min away and easy to go to city centre.
  
  What could be improved: bed a little bit soft but still super comfortable.

• Lucía from Uruguay – 4 May 2025 (8/10)

  The neighborhood is really calm, residential, it has a supermarket next to the hotel and there is plenty of parking spots around
  
  What could be improved: By the time we reserved, the hallways was under maintenance so it was a bit noisy and uncomfy to go in and out.

• Ian from United Kingdom – 2 May 2025 (9/10)

  Lovely comfortable hotel, a few stops out of the city centre on the S3 line, in a quiet neighbourhood. Very friendly staff. No in-house dining, but a great supermarket and top quality bakery/cafe right next door.

• Jože from Slovenia – 2 May 2025 (9/10)

  I choose this establishment as a 'spur of the moment' type of thing, as my weekend suddenly freed up & I was able to fulfil my wish of visiting the BMW Museum. After arrival I realised I've just hit the jackpot, as the garage, the lobby decor and the room were more than up to parr!
  
  What could be improved: No complaints.

• Luigi from Italy – 28 April 2025 (9/10)

  Location (close to the train station). The room was comfortable and silent. The staff really nice
  
  What could be improved: Nothing.

• Juan from United States – 23 April 2025 (9/10)

  The rooms were really confortable and the staff was really nice. The location was perfect to take the train and to get some food at the store downstairs.
  
  What could be improved: nothing, everything was good

• Yu-hua from Taiwan – 23 April 2025 (9/10)

  Pretty new and comfortable. Green concept save you a bottle of beer or water. S-bahn to Marienplaze is less than 30 minutes.
  
  What could be improved: Bathroom does not have door…

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