As experienced travelers we have covered the entire spectrum of accommodations, top to bottom, luxury to basic. To be fair, we evaluate first-time visits on the basis of value delivered for the cost.
With that, to enjoy the autumn biking in southern Wisconsin, we and another couple had a three-night stay at the Super 8 in Monroe -- which definitely exceeded our expectations.
The Super 8 is basic and generic - also clean and efficient, with a very pleasant and helpful staff - Robin and the entire team. Our room was spare but spacious, with decent storage, comfortable beds, and a satisfactory bathroom. The included breakfast had modest but adequate choices, with coffee service well above what we might have expected. The pool and hot tub were most welcome after long days on our bicycles - for which, by the way, the staff very helpfully provided secure storage in the conference room.
The lobby and halls are decorated with photos of historic dairyland Monroe - to complete the atmosphere, included in the array of vending machines near the front desk was one dedicated entirely to local cheeses and other regional products. Nice touch!
To conclude, value was excellent, including a significant discount for our third night (happening to be a Sunday).