Breakfast review insights

**UPDATE** - In Response to the Owner's Response I’m extremely disappointed that your response mischaracterizes what actually happened during our stay and that your staff continues to gaslight us about our level of communication the night we discovered the stain and at checkout the morning after. To clarify the facts: as soon as we discovered that the fitted sheet appeared dirty, we immediately called the front desk and were met with no response. We also sent someone from our party down to the front desk to check whether there was anyone who could help us change the sheets. We saw someone at the front desk and 100% communicated that there was an issue we needed help with. This was absolutely not the “general inquiry” that you claim it to be. The staff member then responded saying he was a part of the security team and that there was nobody who could help change the cover until the next morning. My friend was left to sleep on what appeared to be a brown stained mattress without knowing what it was. At checkout, our concern only appeared "informative" because your staff showed complete indifference to our legitimate complaint. We were urgent when we needed help the night before, but by morning we were dealing with staff who clearly didn't care about our subpar experience. While you may have explanations for the stain, that doesn't erase the 24 hours my friend spent not knowing what it was or the distress of having to sleep on it. Your $50 offer and dismissal of our request for partial compensation shows a fundamental misunderstanding of the impact this had on our stay and the dissatisfaction from our party regarding the poor attempts to address our concerns only after the initial review was posted. It’s concerning that your response suggests this matter has been "resolved" when it clearly hasn't been addressed competently. Even if the stain was simply caused by a rusty mattress frame, every single effort from us to bring up this issue has been met with absolute indifference and frustrating attempts to distort and deny the facts when all we were hoping for was a simple apology and acknowledgement that things could have been handled better. Misrepresenting what happened doesn't solve the real issue: your lack of responsiveness when guests need help and empathy when things go wrong. ****Future guests should be aware: if issues arise during your stay, don't expect timely assistance or understanding from management when you need it most.**** **INITIAL REVIEW** Stayed here with friends last weekend and it was absolutely awful. When we pulled out the sofa bed, there was a brown stain right on one side of the mattress - completely disgusting. Called the front desk but no one was available to fix it, so we had to manage. The worst part? When we complained at checkout, the staff couldn’t have cared less. No apology, no offer to make it right, just complete indifference. For what we paid, this is unacceptable. Basic cleanliness shouldn’t be too much to ask for. Save your money and stay literally anywhere else in Vancouver - this place is gross and the service is terrible. Avoid at all costs.

-two locations on the carpet of my room that remained wet for the whole day of my check-in. One smelled like vinegar and the other one was in front of the mini fridge and was sticky. -there was some water on the bathroom floor which got on my big toe, I wiped my toe on the bath towel and it left a black toe print (still only a few hours after checking in). Maybe the floors are hard to clean because the mortar between the tiles are disintegrating. -random crumbs between my fresh bedsheets -breakfast sucks. The only protein is cold ham. No sausage no bacon no eggs. Even the hot chocolate is watery -whole hotel feels damp and outdated. Wouldn't pay $350 a night for this again

1 star is an absolute compliment to this place. Worst meal we’ve ever had. The indian guy at the kitchen seemed so joyful (not) serving the clients meals that I became depressed just by looking at him. My fork broke when I tried to cut the grilled chicken. The portions of chicken breast and rice are large enough to satisfy a 2 year-old chil. If you’re reading this review before going to this place - do not.

Had booked a double room for 7 nights mid-September 2017. Hotel is 15 minutes walk from nearest subway ( Joyce Collingwood ), part uphill. A small hotel with ground and first floor ; probably 20 odd rooms in total. Complimentary parking in the basement. External look of the hotel is unappealing being on the main road(Kingsway); reception is small but presentable. Were checked into a large room which was dull. Room had 2 Queen beds as the only room available at the time. Dark brown furniture, walls, carpet and curtains. A free standing air conditioner, no wardrobe. Room smelt musty and had large window at the busy main road level hence lacked privacy. No kettle, but a coffee percolator, which was inadequate for boiling water for tea. Bathroom though small had been renovated recently; had a clean and fresh feel. Staff applied air freshener on request. Next morning we asked to be moved. A similar room overlooking the side road was available with a slightly better colour scheme and new fitted wardrobe area. Reception agreed to move us and offered to see if a kettle was available. When it wasn't, and after mentioning it again, they kindly provided one on the 3rd day. We felt more settled after that. Wifi in 2nd room was good and cleaning reasonable. Points to bear in mind. This is a basic hotel. Rooms are large, colour scheme varies from room to room but furniture is the same and outdated. Bathrooms all appear to have been renovated. Very comfortable beds with nice white linen. The hotel is quiet, reception and cleaning staff are very polite and helpful. Nearby are a Safeway supermarket, mainly Vietnamese and Chinese restaurants, pizza take aways and a laundrette. Overall we found the area to be safe with good transport links. However since hotel is not in downtown Vancouver, we consider the hotel overpriced, given rooms need updating.

My family is visiting Las Vegas for CES and we decided to visit the Strat to play 3 card poker for a nice break during the show. We took a taxi from the convention center, specifically for this purpose, on Thursday, January 8, around 1PM. Upon entering the casino, we noticed noone manning the 3 card poker table and asked the pit boss to open the table which he refused to do despite having personnel at tables with no people! He said to come back at 4, which we explained was impossible. He wouldn't accomodate us despite having manned, but empty tables! My daughter and I came there SPECIFICALLY for this purpose and felt the pit boss' decision to be unwarranted considering the circumstances. The YouTube videos show this place as a welcoming and friendly place; they allow filming in the morning as well. Unfortunately, the videos do not convey the Strat accurately. I feel the pit boss needs to be retrained to be more accommodating, flexible, and less rude. He squandered a good opportunity and left us deeply disappointed, not to mention the money we wasted on needless transportation. My advice would be to seek out your gambling experience elsewhere with friendlier staff whom are more in tune to the needs of their customers.

The suite facing the lagoon and Stanley park was excellent, with good cleaning service and spectacular view. A bit warm under the afternoon sun, compensated by an extra ac unit. Good bedding. Complimentary breakfast very basic. Good parking for a limited 20$ per day. We enjoyed our stay

We stayed here last night - $587.00 was the nightly charge - my wife had an unexpected fall just outside the front doors and we went to the front desk to see if they had a wheelchair to help her inside to our room - they said absolutely not! So I had to carry her into the lobby on MY BACK and sanction for a luggage cart to get her to our room on the 10th floor! How humiliating! Shame on your staff!!! She suffered in pain all night and only through calling AGAIN in the morning twice were we availed a wheelchair to get her to the lobby - we were told under no under certain circumstances were we to leave the premises with said wheelchair- we were finally able to load my wife into a vehicle and return said wheelchair to this certain STAFF MEMBER to make sure the chair was returned- worst service ever !! Would not recommend!

Review rating: 1.0

Very good location in a strategic position. The view from the room was Amazing. Bed very confortable. The breakfast could be improved.

Review rating: 4.0

**UPDATE** - In Response to the Owner's Response I’m extremely disappointed that your response mischaracterizes what actually happened during our stay and that your staff continues to gaslight us about our level of communication the night we discovered the stain and at checkout the morning after. To clarify the facts: as soon as we discovered that the fitted sheet appeared dirty, we immediately called the front desk and were met with no response. We also sent someone from our party down to the front desk to check whether there was anyone who could help us change the sheets. We saw someone at the front desk and 100% communicated that there was an issue we needed help with. This was absolutely not the “general inquiry” that you claim it to be. The staff member then responded saying he was a part of the security team and that there was nobody who could help change the cover until the next morning. My friend was left to sleep on what appeared to be a brown stained mattress without knowing what it was. At checkout, our concern only appeared "informative" because your staff showed complete indifference to our legitimate complaint. We were urgent when we needed help the night before, but by morning we were dealing with staff who clearly didn't care about our subpar experience. While you may have explanations for the stain, that doesn't erase the 24 hours my friend spent not knowing what it was or the distress of having to sleep on it. Your $50 offer and dismissal of our request for partial compensation shows a fundamental misunderstanding of the impact this had on our stay and the dissatisfaction from our party regarding the poor attempts to address our concerns only after the initial review was posted. It’s concerning that your response suggests this matter has been "resolved" when it clearly hasn't been addressed competently. Even if the stain was simply caused by a rusty mattress frame, every single effort from us to bring up this issue has been met with absolute indifference and frustrating attempts to distort and deny the facts when all we were hoping for was a simple apology and acknowledgement that things could have been handled better. Misrepresenting what happened doesn't solve the real issue: your lack of responsiveness when guests need help and empathy when things go wrong. ****Future guests should be aware: if issues arise during your stay, don't expect timely assistance or understanding from management when you need it most.**** **INITIAL REVIEW** Stayed here with friends last weekend and it was absolutely awful. When we pulled out the sofa bed, there was a brown stain right on one side of the mattress - completely disgusting. Called the front desk but no one was available to fix it, so we had to manage. The worst part? When we complained at checkout, the staff couldn’t have cared less. No apology, no offer to make it right, just complete indifference. For what we paid, this is unacceptable. Basic cleanliness shouldn’t be too much to ask for. Save your money and stay literally anywhere else in Vancouver - this place is gross and the service is terrible. Avoid at all costs.

Signal: 0.0%

-two locations on the carpet of my room that remained wet for the whole day of my check-in. One smelled like vinegar and the other one was in front of the mini fridge and was sticky. -there was some water on the bathroom floor which got on my big toe, I wiped my toe on the bath towel and it left a black toe print (still only a few hours after checking in). Maybe the floors are hard to clean because the mortar between the tiles are disintegrating. -random crumbs between my fresh bedsheets -breakfast sucks. The only protein is cold ham. No sausage no bacon no eggs. Even the hot chocolate is watery -whole hotel feels damp and outdated. Wouldn't pay $350 a night for this again

Signal: 0.0%

1 star is an absolute compliment to this place. Worst meal we’ve ever had. The indian guy at the kitchen seemed so joyful (not) serving the clients meals that I became depressed just by looking at him. My fork broke when I tried to cut the grilled chicken. The portions of chicken breast and rice are large enough to satisfy a 2 year-old chil. If you’re reading this review before going to this place - do not.

Signal: 0.0%