We've stayed at the Candlewood Suites many, many times since about 2007/2008. It is convenient to many areas of Raleigh and surrounding areas; it's very close to shopping and dining; the staff are highly interactive, communicative, responsive - the AGM and GM especially. They are pet friendly up to 80 lbs which is a real plus. The facility itself is showing signs of aging, however, and there are some minor needs for rehab, repair and maintenance. The convenience center in the lobby needs much more variety of nighttime snacks at reasonable prices and improved stocking of them. Regardless of the minor flaws, we highly recommend CS at Crabtree Valley - the beds are the most comfortable we've ever had at any facility.