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Dave K

Management needs to pay more attention!

3.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 7 Jun 2023
I didn't think it was too bad of a place until I was sitting in the chair in the corner and noticed the desk chair was very dusty on the bottom and very worn on the seat. I was shocked to find such a worn-out chair in a Holiday Inn Express.

I can't say that I found anything else to criticize.
Date of stay: June 2023
Room Tip: Lamps were spotty.
Trip type: Travelled solo
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IHG Service, Other at Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center, an IHG hotel, responded to this review
Responded 24 Jun 2023
Dear Dave K,

Thank you for staying at our Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center while visiting Charleston and for taking the time to provide feedback about your experience. It's a pleasure having you as our guest.

I would like to apologize for the cleanliness in our room. This is not what we want any of our guests to encounter. I shared this information with our team to properly be investigated. It is significant for us that all our guests have a very comfortable and enjoyable stay, as we strive to maintain a high-quality standard of service at all times.

I hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again in the future.

Best regards,

Ben W.
Case Manager
IHG Hotels and Resorts Service
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Reviewed 25 May 2023 via mobile

Stayed here for the evening as a stop point on a cross country bus tour. Stayed on 4th floor. Hotel close to town center. Good walkability around hotel and adequate parking. Room was a little noisy with street traffic until settled down well into night. Well furnished complimentary breakfast buffet. Staff members were congenial throughout our stay. Room was clean & well appointed. Good choice if looking for room with nice accommodations.

Date of stay: May 2023
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Reviewed 12 May 2023 via mobile

This is the second time I have had a bad experience with Holiday Inn regarding cancellation. The first time was with a different location. There was a state of emergency due to a snow storm and I couldn't get a refund. This time I was well within the cancellation time limit. I had booked with points and cash. They would not refund the cash. Only points. They will take your money every chance they get!

Room tip: Other brands don't treat their customers like this!
Date of stay: May 2023
Trip type: Travelled on business
Thank Jazzsmith
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IHG Service, Other at Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center, an IHG hotel, responded to this reviewResponded 26 May 2023

Hi Jazzsmith,

Thank you for choosing our Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center for your business trip. We appreciate you as one of our IHG One Rewards members and for including us in your travel plans.

We put great importance on the quality of our services and the satisfaction of our guests. I am sorry to learn about what happened with your reservation. Your feedback has been documented for reference. I also sent you a private message to obtain more details about your reservation.

We look forward to your future visits.

Best regards,

Ronald P.
Case Manager
IHG Hotels & Resorts Service

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Reviewed 8 April 2023 via mobile

We enjoyed our stay overall. We experienced kind staff and a good breakfast. Our only complaint is evidence of the bathroom counter and sink not being cleaned prior to us checking in, and a dirty washcloth found in the shower. However, we would stay here again despite cleaning issues.

Date of stay: April 2023
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Reviewed 6 November 2022

I am not sure what was the word around about bad parking lot. It's fine. It might seen better days. But, I've seen much, much worst.
Surprisingly nice clean hotel. Service desk was great and overall experience was satisfactory.

Date of stay: November 2022
  • Trip type: Travelled on business
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Reviewed 25 October 2022 via mobile

Upon arrival to the hotel, it was very sketchy from the exterior. The parking lot was in poor condition and it was not in a nice location at all. However, the bright side was that the room was much nicer than expected. It was clean and comfortable. The bathroom had decent towels and the bedding was comfortable. My only big complaint was the extreme lack of water pressure in the shower. I wish that this chain of hotels would not continue to install the water flow reducers in the shower. Makes for a lousy shower for their guests. Would I stay again? I hope not to have the need to visit Charleston again. It was not a destination place that I would need to repeat.

Date of stay: October 2022
Trip type: Travelled on business
Thank loveisbliss
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IHG Service, Other at Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center, an IHG hotel, responded to this reviewResponded 13 November 2022

Hello, loveisbliss

Our staff loves checking reviews and using them to improve in future stays. Thank you for taking the time to leave us your impressions. We love to see you have opted for us for your accommodation. I apologize on behalf of the hotel. We are currently working on the issues you encountered. Our local team will ensure we improve our quality. I have also forwarded your review to our management for further action.

Your satisfaction and enjoyment are paramount to us, and we always strive to deliver what is expected. I hope you will visit again in the future. It would be a pleasure to host you once more. Stay safe and healthy until then!

Alejandro G.
Case Manager
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