My experience includes my interactions with IHI, but the overall experience at this hotel was maybe…read more2.5 out of 5.
We were visiting the North area of Edmonton so I called Holiday Inn's number and booked over the phone. The agent had a hard time locating the right HI, and later indicated it was because she was looking in the US. We had 2 kids, 2 adults, so we were looking for a suit. They didn't have one so we booked 2 king rooms, side by side. They could not guarantee but would do the best. They were really trying to upsell me to join the IHI rewards and hence, mistakes were made.
When we got the confirmation reminder, I noticed that we were at the downtown location . I immediately called them and spoke to several people. We ended up having to cancel the original booking, rebooking to the correct location, and getting the suit, but we're being penalized a night stay for both rooms for cancelling. Note: I have a pending case to have those reversed.
The hotel is in a weird area. They are beside a gym that you can access. There is a few stores (Wok Box, Fresno, and Liquor Store) in the parking lot. The place has a pool and a buffet!
The hotel is ok. They have a lot of friendly staff, and that was the best part! We really appreciate the kindness and attention to service!
The suite is fine but the 2nd rooms door would not close properly. Anytime someone would need to use the washroom, the door would squeak and wake the kids.
The pool was dirty the first day. The foam and dirt in the hot tub was exceptionally gross. However, the 3rd day, the pool had been freshly cleaned and much better.
The buffet is average. Eggs, omelettes, baked goods, cereal bar, oatmeal bar, toast bar, meats, and a pancake maker. Play yogurts, fruits, and drinks.
Our first night, security banged on the door next to ours to remove a hotel guest. It was loud and slightly concerning.