6/10 Okay
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Traveled with partner
Jan 22, 2025
I was looking for a budget-friendly option, but unfortunately, Hotel Royal fell a bit short. The check-in experience was underwhelming and perfunctory.
The room itself was mostly clean, but it had a strong smell of marijuana. When I brought this to the staff's attention - this being a non-smoking hotel - they dismissed it as coming from the street. However, I noticed a plastic bag wrapped around the smoke detector, which suggested otherwise. The staff's response was unhelpful; they didn't offer to change my room or provide any air freshening.
Other issues included a room safe with a warning not to leave valuables. The hotel's location, surrounded by loud strip clubs and relentless street noise, led to very poor sleep. It wasn't until I used earplugs and noise-canceling headphones on the second night that I was able to get some rest.
On the positive side, the bed was comfortable, the blackout drapes worked well, and the breakfast offerings were good. The room was warm and toasty, and it is a short walk to the train station. Additionally, there was a fantastic Szechuan noodle house across the street.
Overall, I wouldn't return, but if you can live with the downsides, this hotel could be an option for budget-conscious travelers.
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Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
