I had to make the choice a few months back. It's either spend approx 1.5 to 2 grand on a hotel or find a nice crashpad. I brought my car down and found a nice crashpad for $400. It was a little pricey but I got the basement of a nice house with a private entrance. I also figured that for the 2k I could have spent I would get a nice, quiet pad for 4/5 months while on reserve (after that I should have a line). I think the only problem is with the hotel you are close to the training center so there is potential for more time to study.
Chris