This hotel is typically our hotel of choice when in Norman. Yes, there are nicer, more plush hotels in the area, but they are also much more expensive on football weekends. From what I understand, the hotel is owned by the US postal system and was initially built for training. The rooms were built to house 1 postal employee. I mention this because the rooms are smaller than your typical hotel room. That doesn't bother us though. The location of hotel is great in proximity of the OU campus. Not walkable, but close enough. My husband takes advantage of the workout facilities - full size basketball court, Olympic size pool, etc... Lastly, the complimentary breakfast is pretty nice. It is served buffet style and has just about anything you can think of food wise, including a custom omelet station. The hotel staff is always accommodating and very nice.
Sheryl
November 2024
I really love this hotel. It has changed so much since COVID. We would stay here during OU football season. The location is amazing, the facility especially the lobby. Staff is very welcoming.
Dennis
December 2023
The hotel is in an excellent location when visiting the OU campus. We appreciate the complimentary breakfast - lots of options including custom omelets. They do not have decaf coffee out, but my husband just asks, and they bring him a whole pot.
Sheryl
September 2024
This property is an athletic paradise. The amenities alone are phenomenal, seriously!
Asia
June 2024
Breakfast was fantastic with great selections that included hot food (e.g. omelettes, pancakes, bacon, and sausage) fresh fruit, muffins, and hot and cold cereals! The pool is huge with lap lanes and a big open swimming area, and the fitness room was clean, roomy, and well maintained. Overall the conference center was clean and nicely kept. The outdoor walking track was nice. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The hotel was quiet, and the bed was very comfortable. Overall, the conference center was A+ terrific!
Paul
September 2023
For OU functions, you can't beat the location of NCED. It's very convenient. Yes, the rooms are small but very comfortable. We are never in the room except to sleep so the size is not an issue for us. The complimentary breakfast is a bonus. Again, it's not a 5-star restaurant but the buffet has numerous options and is good.
Sheryl
November 2023
Friendly staff. Variety of onsite food/meals options. Large outside pool, Fitness room, billiards room. Comfortable and very clean bedroom. Amenities as described. Convenient to Norman and surrounding attractions. Highly recommend.
Sharon
August 2024
The NCED hotel is always a pleasure to stay at. The location is close to OU. The rooms are small but very comfortable. The complimentary breakfast is also a plus.
Sheryl
October 2023
The room was clean, bed comfortable, and the breakfast buffet was awesome. They will freshly prepare omlets, waffles, pancakes etc... and then you have a buffet with fresh fruit, yogurts, pastries, eggs, bacon, sausage and more. The amenities are great. Each day I would go relax by the pool and read my book and each night I sat in one of the 2 giant hot tubs. It was a great relaxing trip. I have already booked NCED for my next stay in Norman.
Jennifer
July 2023
We were looking for an outdoor pool and boy, did we find an amazing one! Breakfast was also excellent, but it was truly the friendly staff that made the most difference in our stay. The desk clerk walked us nearly to our room, the breakfast host and table clearing folks were the best--friendly, but were very intuitive about how much conversation we wanted to engage in. (Lots, apparently. ha)
Pfeifer
July 2023