About Candlewood Suites Pensacola - University Area by IHG
Candlewood Suites Pensacola offers a very nice stay with a great, accessible location. It is near the airport, shopping, and many good places to eat, with guests feeling safe. The staff receives consistent praise for being extremely pleasant, friendly, kind, and wonderful, with great service noted as military friendly. Many find the rooms clean and cozy with a great bed. However, some cleanliness issues are noted, particularly regarding pet hair on floors and dirty, smelly hallways. As a pet-friendly hotel, this affected guests with allergies. While often clean, the hotel is not as clean as some would like. Another concern is the condition of some mattresses, described as uncomfortable and like sleeping in a hammock, leading to poor sleep. The elevator was also reported as sketchy and making strange noises. Despite these drawbacks, many guests enjoyed their stay and would recommend it or stay again.
This is our regular place to stay when in Pensacola. Shout out to Bobbie, Shawanda and Eryanna, the three staff members that I met by the coffee shop area and front desk. Excellent job ladies!
May 2026
Candlewood suites is a very nice stay, room was clean and spacious and easy access to restaurants and the interstate. Was very happy with our stay.
May 2026
The hotel is older and had a smokey smell to it. A good renovation may be in order but the location was great.
