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bigfive0
California

One of the worst hotel experiences I have had

1.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 30 Jul 2022
Checked in after 10 pm. The air conditioning wasn’t working in our room. Went to call the front desk and the phone didn’t work. My husband went down to the desk to tell them about the air conditioning not working. The guy said they had 20 complaints and would get to us when they can. There was clearly a problem with the air conditioning that existed when we checked in and they failed to tell us. I took a shower and the tub did not drain. It was after 11 pm and the room was still hot. I used my cell phone to call the hotel. The guy was extremely rude and said the maintenance guy will be there when he can. As it got close to midnight I called the front desk again and asked to speak to the supervisor. She informed me that the maintenance guy had left for the night and they did not have a clean room to move us. She said the building is a hundred years old and the air conditioning does not work well with the heat they were having. Her solution was to bring us a fan and apologize. Our friends’ room had the same problem with the air and their toilet was stopped up. This hotel definitely has issues.
Date of stay: July 2022
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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IHG Service, Owner at Holiday Inn Express Albany - Downtown, an IHG hotel, responded to this review
Responded 14 Aug 2022
Hi bigfive0,

Thanks for your review and for staying with us. We work hard to deliver an exceptional guest experience. I am sorry for what happened during your stay. I have shared your comments with the hotel management and sent you a private message to obtain additional details.

Again, thanks for staying with us and sharing your concerns. We value your input and would love a chance to make it up to you

Sincerely,

Connie D
Case Manager
IHGService
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Reviewed 4 July 2022

This was stop one on our week long road trip. We were greeted upon arrival from very friendly front desk staff, who explained all the policies for the hotel. As with other hotels, they do not clean the room while you are there, however, if there anything you need (more towles, soap, etc) they are very happy to get it for you. As with other hotels, they do not clean the room while you are there, however, if there anything you need (more towles, soap, etc) they are very happy to get it for you. Hot breakfast is included in the room rate, which made a great start to our day of sightseeing. The location is great, with many restaurants, the Hudson Riverfront, State Capital, and more. We felt quite safe walking around the area in the evening. . We will definately stay here again.

Date of stay: May 2022
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Reviewed 25 May 2022 via mobile

When we arrived at the front desk, we had to wait 10 Minutes before anyone arrived. No smile no attention.
When we got to the room, the toilet seat was up and there was urine on it.
The 2 evening, there was no more hot water to take our showers.
When we returned from our day, the room had not been made and the towels had not been changed.
I went down to the reception and ended there, waiting at least 5 minutes before seeing someone arrive. He told me that it was indicated on a poster that the rooms were no longer made every day.
I have no problem with that, but they should have told me when I arrived. He replied that he did not have to tell me because it was written on the panel.
No empathy on his part and when I asked for new towels (because mine were soaked in the bath), he gave me a look that I did not appreciate.
Our room overlooks the highway with the addition of a railway.
The only positive point was the size of the room (room for the disabled) and the hearty breakfasts.
We will never return to this place.

Date of stay: May 2022
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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IHG Service, Owner at Holiday Inn Express Albany - Downtown, an IHG hotel, responded to this reviewResponded 15 June 2022

Hi dan8montreal,

Thank you for your review and your visit to Holiday Inn Express Albany Downtown Our hotel is the best place to rest in an environment of simplicity.

I saw your message, and I am sorry for the inconvenience in your stay. This is not what we want our guests to experience, and with this in mind, I forwarded your comments to our local area managers. We took the necessary measures to prevent this from happening again. I sent you a private message so we can discuss your stay further.

I invited you to visit us on your next trip so you can enjoy a quality stay.

Cordially,

Oscar C.
Case Manager
IHG Service

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Reviewed 14 May 2022 via mobile

Staff was rude!! They messed up my reservation for the first night so I had to sleep on the floor of another friends room, then they canceled my reservation all together and told me I would have to rebook at. Higher price!! holiday Inn should start over with new employees

Room tip: Stay anywhere else
Date of stay: May 2022
Trip type: Travelled solo
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IHG Service, Owner at Holiday Inn Express Albany - Downtown, an IHG hotel, responded to this reviewResponded 17 June 2022

Hi GoPlaces26067444395,

Thank you for choosing to stay at our Holiday Inn Express Albany - Downtown, NY.

It was a good opportunity for us to host your stay at our hotel. I'm sorry if there were issues during your visit. I will send this review to our hotel team for reference. I take comments such as these very seriously and would like to follow up with you. I have sent you a private message to obtain more information.

Thank you for your feedback and for choosing us for your lodging needs.

Best Regards,

Doms R.
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Reviewed 3 May 2022

My son and I stayed overnight as we were in town for the Albany Firewolves game. Easy to find location and all within minutes of everywhere we were planning on going. They let us check in early and they had a pool and very nice fitness center. I was a little bummed they had a hot tub, but there was no water in it, but we had a great time in the pool which was something we didn't even plan on doing. Clean rooms, and a quiet nights sleep. Great continental breakfast in the morning!

Room tip: Quiet, clean hotel and rooms, pool and fitness center access and free breakfast.
Date of stay: April 2022
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Reviewed 5 February 2022

If i could give a rating HIGHER than 5 stars, I would! I came to Albany on a Greyhound bus towards NYC and were stranded. Our bus was canceled and we weren’t even informed until we had called them and been waiting outside of the station (it was closed when we were dropped off) in below 20 degree weather for over 2 hours! We didn’t book a room but Taisha was still able to help us out and was extremely helpful. She helped us find a cab service that we wouldn’t have found without her! Offered us a multitude of options when we completely lost and because of her we made it to our 6 am flight! Can’t rave about this incredible woman enough. Thank you 1,000 times over!!!!!! - Nohan M.

Date of stay: February 2022
Trip type: Travelled with friends
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