Garner Hotel Norman - University Area by IHG

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Garner
9 (374 reviews)
2601 Bankers Ave , Norman , US
+1 405-307-0919

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms mentioned by many guests
Friendly, professional and exceptional staff
Excellent location next to the casino
Good breakfast and coffee
Upgraded pool and pleasant pool area
Shuttle service to casino
Spacious/roomy rooms and good showers
Cons:
Hot tub broken/cold on multiple occasions
Missing or low-quality in-room items (no soap, no ice bucket, limited towels, no bathroom fan)
Occasional housekeeping noise and at least one cleanliness lapse
Bed firmness issues (too firm or too soft for some) and low toilet
Limited parking and some guests found it expensive

Categories

Cleanliness
8.7
Most reviewers described rooms and property as clean, but a few noted a not-clean room and noisy/inefficient housekeeping that reduced the score slightly.
Service
9.7
Multiple comments praise friendly, professional and exceptional front desk staff and helpful shuttle service; staff performance is a strong positive.
Location
9.7
Frequently noted as a great spot (right next to the casino) and convenient for travel, cited repeatedly as a key positive.
Room Quality
8.5
Rooms are described as clean and roomy by many, but also 'basic' for some guests; bed firmness varied (too firm/too soft) and a low toilet were mentioned.
Amenities
8
Pool upgrade, shuttle and single‑serve coffee machine received praise, but broken/cold hot tub and missing in-room items (no soap, no ice bucket, shortages of towels, no bathroom fan) lowered this score.
Value for Money
8.6
Many guests felt the stay was worthwhile, but a few noted it was expensive and parking was limited; pet fee noted as reasonable.
Food and Beverage
9
Breakfast and coffee were repeatedly praised (generally good breakfast offerings), with only minor quibbles (kids' comment about waffles, desire for biscuits and gravy).
Overall Experience
9.8
Strong overall sentiment: repeat stays, high cleanliness and excellent staff made for a very positive experience despite some amenity and minor room issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:23

Property Description

Warm and Inviting Accommodations
The Sleep Inn & Suites hotel offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience for both business and leisure travelers. Located just off Interstate 35 and in close proximity to various points of interest, this hotel provides a welcoming stay for guests.

Abundance of Amenities
Guests can indulge in a range of amenities such as a complimentary hot breakfast, free high-speed internet access, a seasonal outdoor pool, and an exercise room. Business travelers can also benefit from on-site meeting facilities and essential services like copy and fax.

Comfortable Guest Rooms
The well-appointed guest rooms at our hotel are designed to provide a relaxing retreat with features like coffee makers, microwaves, flat-screen TVs, and plush pillow-top mattresses. Whether you're here for work or leisure, our rooms cater to your every need.

Book your stay at Sleep Inn & Suites now for a memorable and enjoyable experience.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Swimming pool: Closed from Sat, Oct 31, 2026 until Sun, May 16, 2027
Hot tub/jacuzzi is closed from 2027-03-31 until 2026-11-30
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: OKC

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 374 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.7
Service: 9.7
Location: 9.7
Room Quality: 8.5
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 8.6
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 9.8
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Carol • couple • us
10
Pros:

Relatively low pet fee for small dog -- $30.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Rhonda • extended_group • us
10
I would definitely stay there again in the future
Pros:

Everything was very clean.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Randall • couple • us
8
Cons:

The room was not as clean as it should have been. The following morning we learned why. House keeping was in the hallway.
Loud laughter and chatting down the halls. They spent as much time in hallway, probably more than cleaning rooms.

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Javon • couple • us
8
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Scott • couple • us
7
It is a step above some of the hotels we have stayed.
Pros:

We have stayed here before, so we knew the property

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Joseph • family_with_children • us
10
Good area very nice staff will stay again
Pros:

Good spot and clean areas

Cons:

I liked it All

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Marta • solo_traveller • us
9
Excellent place.
Pros:

Friendly, professional and clean. Good location for us traveling from New Orleans to kansas.

Cons:

Beds were a little soft for me and toilet a little low.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Deanna • couple • us
10
Great staff and great room!
Pros:

The location worked out great for us. We went to the OU football game.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Dill • couple • us
8
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Angelia • couple • us
8
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • couple • us
10
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Tonya • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Gail • couple • us
10
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Shannon • family_with_children • us
10
I will definitely return my next trip to OK.
Pros:

Right when you walked in it was inviting and the staff was great! The rooms were clean and very roomy. The shuttle to the casino was even better!

Cons:

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2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Megan • family_with_children • us
9
The room amenities were more bare/basic than expected, but the breakfast and hospitality were great.
Pros:

The blonde gentleman at the front desk was the BEST ever. Give him a raise!

Cons:

We could have had more towels! The bed was extremely firm and caused me some upper back pain. My husband was fine. The gentleman at the front was understanding and gave me two huge comforters to soften my side of the bed. That night, I felt like I was sleeping in a cloud. Good breakfast and a nice single serving coffee machine.

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Brian • couple • us
8
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Reggie • couple • us
9
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
10
Quick stop before heading home
Pros:

Easy access to casino, quick check in, breakfast offered. Bed was comfortable.

Cons:

First hotel that did not offer an ice Bucket in the room. Had to go to checkin desk to get it. After getting it I must say it was functional but it was so low quality to the other hotels we stayed at I didn’t understand why it wasn’t in the room…lol.
Most hotels when you walk in your room make you feel cosy or comfortable. This one has a very business not homey feel to it.

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Tyler • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Tyler • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee