The town of Celina, in the Dallas area, is near some fine golfing, including Hank Haney Golf Ranch, Trails of Frisco Golf Club and Stonebridge Ranch Country Club. From this area you can venture into Dallas, where you can visit the Museum of Art, the Dallas Zoo or see the Mesquite Championship Rodeo. A few area hotels serve visiting golfers.
Quality Inn
The Quality Inn is located in the nearby town of McKinney, and is minutes away from the Ballfields at Craig Ranch and the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary. The Mickey Mantle World Series (for baseball players 16 and under) is held directly behind the hotel. Amenities include free high-speed Internet access, a deluxe hot continental breakfast, a 24-hour business center, free coffee and tea in the lobby, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Hank's Texas Grill is right next door, serving lunch and dinner Wednesday through Sunday with live music Thursday through Sunday. Pets are welcome for an additional cost of $25 per pet per night. Rooms start at $110 per night, as of 2009.
Quality Inn
1300 N. Central Expressway
McKinney, TX
(972) 542-9471
qualityinn.com
La Quinta Inn and Suites
The pet-friendly La Quinta is located near Lake Texoma, home to golf courses, wildlife refuges, a state park, boating and fishing. You can also visit nearby Grayson County Frontier Village. Several restaurants are located within a mile of the hotel. The hotel offers free continental breakfast, free wireless high-speed Internet access, free local calls, complimentary newspaper and guest laundry facilities. The hotel also has a business center, outdoor pool and a fitness center. For travelers wanting more luxury accommodations, the La Quinta also has Whirlpool Suites with micro-fridges available. Rates start at $85 per night, as of 2009.
La Quinta Inn and Suites
2912 Highway 75 North
Sherman, TX 75090
(903) 870-1122
lq.com
Four Horsemen Motel & Suites
The Four Horsemen is located in Pilot Point, and has been locally owned and operated for over 20 years. It's in the heart of horse country, and has plenty of parking for trucks, trailers, boats and semis. Standard rooms include queen or king sized beds, a sitting area, microwave and coffee maker. Other options include furnished or unfurnished apartments, or a suite with a full kitchen, living and dining area. All rooms have Internet access. There are two swimming pools and a laundry facility. At the on-site Sidewinder Saloon, guests can listen to live music, shoot pool and dance.
Four Horsemen Motel & Suites
1301 N. Hwy 377
Pilot Point, TX 76258
(940) 686-2256
fourhorsemenmotel.com
About The Author
Shane Ambro is a writer from Asheville, NC who specializes in the adventure of life. Ambro works as a life-creativity coach, adventure facilitator, environmental educator, and musician. He has degrees from the University of North Carolina at Asheville as well as Montreat College in history, music and outdoor education.
