A bed-and-breakfast is an ideal place to spend the night in a historic spot like McKinney [1], and one of the town’s best-regarded establishments is the Bingham House Bed and Breakfast (800 S. Chestnut St., 972/529-1883, www.binghamhouse.com [2], $129). The six-room 1883 Georgian Italianate home is brimming with Southern historic charm, and its romantic ambience is the scene of many weddings and film projects.
For budget-minded travelers, McKinney’s [1] Super 8 Motel (910 N. Central Expwy., 972/548-8880, www.super8.com [3], $65 d) is a decent option with a free continental breakfast.
Also worth considering is Best Western McKinney Inn & Suites (480 Wilson Creek Blvd., 972/548-3000, www.bestwestern.com [4], $81 d), offering a complimentary deluxe breakfast and newspaper, outdoor pool, indoor spa, and free Internet access.
Comfort Suites (1590 N. Central Expwy., 972/548-9595, www.choicehotels.com [5], $104 d) has spacious suites with microwaves, fridges, free Wi-Fi, and free breakfast for a step up from the moderate-range options.
Links:
[1] http://www.moon.com/destinations/texas/dallas-and-fort-worth/mckinney
[2] http://www.binghamhouse.com
[3] http://www.super8.com
[4] http://www.bestwestern.com
[5] http://www.choicehotels.com