I'd like to start with a positive note. The staff I came in contact with during my recent stay were very friendly and helpful, so kudos to the staff. Outside of that, I'm very surprised this hotel is still open. It was by far the worst hotel I have ever stayed in. There has obviously been no up keep in many many years. It was filthy from corner to corner - rooms, lobby, bar everywhere the eye could see. The carpet was disgusting, the curtains had smashed insect remains, there were holes in lamp shades, the furniture was dented, scratched and tattered beyond what could be sold in a second hand store. I could go on and on, but I think you get the point. I spoke to multiple residents of Lamar and all agreed that it has an incredibly bad reputation. It's really to bad as it could be a wonderful community benefit. It could be a great place for weddings, class reunions, proms etc. Unfortunately, the owners have given up any sense of pride or care for their business or their community.