Hi, Claudia2000:
I don't get your question for locals. Why would locals be in budget-midpriced hotels if they are locals (i.e., live at home in the area)? I should think visitors would know better since they are more likely to stay in a hotel.
It's different with upper end hotels because locals might want to book a wedding reception or conference at one or go to its bar.
I only know about the Ramada in WeHe because some people from out of town once stayed there for some concerts at the Troubadour. They said it was okay. Hmmm...that was about a decade ago, so it could've changed.