When I tried signing up for the June LSAT a few days ago (late, I know), I was placed on a waiting list for a test center in the Los Angeles area since there were no spots available. I received an email from LSAC yesterday stating I've been assigned to a center that's at a hotel (Irvine Marriott). Should I be nervous about not taking the test at a University? I'm not sure whether this test center has been used before in the past. I tried looking up the test center number and any reviews from people who may have taken the LSAT there but didn't find anything. Thoughts?

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  • Friday, Aug 23 2019

    But it could also be a one off situation. That's why I'm hoping to hear some recent Irvine Marriott test-takers experiences

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  • Friday, Aug 23 2019

    Yeah, here is original post for reference...

    https://www.reddit.com/r/LSAT/comments/6h1gg8/anyone_else_have_to_sit_around_and_wait_extra/

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  • Friday, Aug 23 2019

    @gregoryalexanderdevine723 said:

    How was the Irvine Marriott test center in the end? I read this post on Reddit about a horrible experience some test-takers had in June 2017 so hoping things have changed

    Shit! Are you serious?! I was stuck with Irvine Marriot when signing up for the November test!

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  • Friday, Aug 23 2019

    How was the Irvine Marriott test center in the end? I read this post on Reddit about a horrible experience some test-takers had in June 2017 so hoping things have changed

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  • Wednesday, Apr 26 2017

    @gregoryalexanderdevine723 said:

    @zachweisenbarger992 said:

    I am also assigned to a Marriot. I wouldn't worry about it. I'm going to visit before hand so I know what to expect but honestly it might be nice.

    Yeah, I'm thinking if anything it might very well be nicer than most test centers at universities...

    Yeah lol. At first I was disappointed but then I looked at pictures online and just thought about what hotels are usually like and figured it might be quite comfy.

    Unless....

    @twssmith644 said:

    The primary concern I would have is that there are not any other events/meetings anywhere >near the test area that would cause disruptive/distracting noises.

    that's my $.02:)

    ... the hotel is having some sort of event. Luckily it's a Monday. We'll see.

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  • Wednesday, Apr 26 2017

    If I had an extra $165, I would be ecstatic after checking room rates, reviews & confirming on site dining at the Irvine Marriott. No travel concerns other than an elevator ride.

    One of the fears that many people have that their test site will put them in rooms with fold-up single desks, I would not think too huge of an assumption that the hotel will not have those desks:) The primary concern I would have is that there are not any other events/meetings anywhere near the test area that would cause disruptive/distracting noises.

    that's my $.02:)

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  • Wednesday, Apr 26 2017

    @zachweisenbarger992 said:

    I am also assigned to a Marriot. I wouldn't worry about it. I'm going to visit before hand so I know what to expect but honestly it might be nice.

    Yeah, I'm thinking if anything it might very well be nicer than most test centers at universities...

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  • Wednesday, Apr 26 2017

    I am also assigned to a Marriot. I wouldn't worry about it. I'm going to visit before hand so I know what to expect but honestly it might be nice.

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  • Wednesday, Apr 26 2017

    An alternative would be to find a test center that's within driving distance and stay the night before in a hotel. I've heard of people driving from NY to PA for example, and just sleeping overnight in a hotel right next to the center where they will be testing at.

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  • Wednesday, Apr 26 2017

    Hmmm... I don't think it's a cause for too much worry and have definitely heard of things like this over the years. My advice would maybe be to find out where in the hotel it will take place and go scope it out. At least it will help put your mind at ease and ensure it's not a bunch of chairs in a room near a breakfast buffet or something. :)

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