I visited this place last week. I was very excited to visit and even called ahead. Upon arriving, our car got stuck in their snowy driveway that they had not bothered to plow. Our first interaction with the owners was not friendly nor welcoming, they just treated us like a burden and it was very uncomfortable. They had 3 trucks but didn't help us, instead we called 6 different tow companies and none of them could help either. Two hours later, the old man, who was the only decent one, called his friend and he came and got us out.
I was really looking forward to this stop on my road trip and was overall disappointed by the inside. The gift shop is mostly Star Wars stuff and the alien themed gifts are limited. The Little A'Le'Inn has a better selection. I agree that it is a great photo op though.
Recently stayed here and had a great time. This place is delightful and I want to go back. The rooms are basic but clean and I have no complaints, even the joint bathrooms aren't a big deal. The gift shop here is the best, way better than the Alien Research Center. Stay here!
Very nice spacious rooms, and with a groupon we got a free breakfast buffet that was amazing.