If time is of the essence, try the quick soak. For a faster soak, put the beans and water in a saucepan and bring them to a boil. Allow them to boil for about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat, cover it with a lid and let the beans soak for at least 1 hour.
On the way down, I stayed at Comfort Inn in Mount Vernon, which was fairly average. While I was in Mississippi, I stayed at a Holiday Inn Express. It was a step up from the Comfort Inn. The Hampton Inn had the Hilton stamp all over it...the quality and feel was definitely more upscale than the others.
Based on guest reviews and nightly room rates. 1  SpringHill Suites by Marriott Carmel. 11855 North Meridian Street, Carmel, IN 46032. 2  Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carmel. 9797 North Michigan Road, Carmel, IN 46032. 3  Hampton Inn Carmel. 12197 North Meridian Street, Carmel, IN 46032.  Residence Inn by Marriott Carmel.