Spacious suites with well-equipped kitchens, welcoming indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, and thoughtful food and drink options make the AAA Three Diamond Staybridge Suites Bismarck (above), an IHG Hotel, a favorite with guests. It’s a great bet for extended-stay travelers, families and groups who appreciate a little extra space to unwind. Find it just off I-94, close to shopping and dining in North Dakota’s capital city.

Guests can cook and entertain right in their suites. Every suite boasts a kitchen (above) stocked with plates, glasses and utensils. There’s also a sink, microwave, countertop two-burner range, dishwasher and a full-size fridge in each unit.

One-room studio and queen suites contain space to work, rest and eat. (Some even have walk-in closets.) King suites offer two separate rooms and a bath, perfect for families and groups that would like a little extra privacy. But there are even more spacious options available.

“We also have two-bedroom suites, each with one bathroom and a living room in the middle,” says General Manager Jeanette Leiss. “And those have three beds—two queens and a king.”

An indoor pool (above) and the 24-hour fitness center—which includes treadmills, a cross trainer, recumbent bike and dumbbells—allow for a comprehensive workout. A complementary guest laundry station and same day dry-cleaning keep travelers looking their best. The on-site business center offers printing, scanning and copies, while the lobby shop stocks drinks, snacks, and health and beauty items.

A sunny patio (above) with a pergola and grills and a beautifully landscaped courtyard area are perfect for soaking up those first warm days of spring. A crackling in the fireplace welcomes guests who would rather socialize in the airy lobby. Guests enjoy free appetizers and sip complementary wine, beer and sodas and mingle during the popular evening socials held every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

Breakfast is always included at Staybridge Suites Bismarck. The variety of options available keeps things fresh for long-term guests.

“It changes every day,” Leiss says. “We always have a featured item—biscuits and gravy, French toast, waffles.”

Staybridge Suites Bismarck offers everything travelers need, all under one roof. And that keeps them coming back. 

AAA Inspector’s Notes:

“You’re sure to find a room configuration that meets your needs. Studios and one- and two-bedroom suites are offered. All units have fully equipped kitchens including a dishwasher and a microwave. Free guest laundry, an evening social (Mon.–Wed.) with complimentary beer and wine and a great seasonal patio with grills and a fire pit make longer stays more comfortable.”