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Guest Review of the Cassandra Hotel
July 8, 2011
Starting our Vancouver trip, we browsed through countless lists of hotels. With
big hotel names like Ramada, Hilton and many other showing up. We tried to find
a hotel that had a reasonable location, accommodation, and price. Something that
wasn't too cheap or too expensive, yet still was pretty good.
Cassandra Hotel stood out from the rest. Not only is the location quite prime
being in the Kingsway Area (which is pretty close to central/downtown Vancouver)
it is also quite close to Metrotown, which is excellent for shopping. The only
downside to the location is that it's quite hard to get anywhere to and from the
hotel without having a car.
The overall accommodation is great as the hotel is really clean and comfortable.
It might not be as luxurious as other hotels, yet it had a warm and friendly
environment. With the receptionist greeting us in and out of the hotel at all
times. One receptionist (named Jenny) was especially helpful and informative
regarding the hotel facilities. This really impressed us at how well trained and
personal the staff is at this hotel.
A definite plus of the hotel is the complimentary breakfast of a muffin, juice,
and croissant. Although it wasn't much, it made us feel appreciated and it also
tasted good as well.
For the price, Cassandra Hotel has a excellent wifi service. With about 3 wifi
locations inside the hotel so that it's really easy to get a high signal
strength.
The rooms really impressed us the most. They have a quite large space for the
room and the clean bed sheets changed everyday. We also liked the room's simple
yet elegant minimalist design while still including useful amenities (like the
microwave/coffee maker). The only downside to the rooms are the beds that slopes
inside and the fairly loud fan.
All in all for about C$70- C$110 a night (depends on the day and rooms
available), this has been one of the more memorable stays we had in Canada. With
a fairly good location, room, and value, we will definitely stay at this hotel
the next time we go to Vancouver.
Guest Review of the Cassandra Hotel
July 7, 2011
This hotel is overrated. For about $100 a night, they either need to drop their
rates, or shut down and renovate. Don't be deceived by the photos on the
internet, as MAJOR renovation is greatly needed. For example, the Continental
breakfast consists of asking the desk clerk for juice in a box, coffee made by a
non-coffee drinker, and a hard croissant/biscuit. The fitness facilities
consisted of 3 pieces of equipment that were almost on top of each other; an
unpleasant odor that is not conducive to working out; and a sauna/whirlpool room
that was literally in a dungeon environment, making you feel rather creepy. In
addition, the rooms are a good size, but there were no washcloths, bedspread,
fitted bottom sheets on the bed, and mildew on the tiles of the tub/shower.
However, the biggest plus was we could get WiFi in our room, and the desk clerks
were very helpful. Not being a very picky person, I don't think I would ever
stay there again as long as it remains in the same deteriorating condition.
Guest Review of the Cassandra Hotel
July 6, 2011
We stayed in this hotel 2 years ago and thought it was OK (probably because I
had been staying 2 stars hotel then and now I have been staying 3 stars hotels,
and that's why I have to write this review :)) For some reason we have to stay
in Vancouver today expecting ok = normal 3 stars hotel. When we see the hotel
today, I was surprised why I thought the hotel was actually "OK". The elevator
is super worn and torn. The ceiling was broken, and the water was dripping right
outside the first room we stayed and the room smell weird. When I re-checked if
I booked the right hotel again, I saw brilliant pictures of the hotel, looked
like a 3.5 stars+ (that's why photographer got high paid). But the reality looks
nothing like what it is on the pictures. So I immediately called the front desk
and the very helpful and friendly staff was willing to upgrade me to the
"contemporary" room from the "classic" room with no charge. The new room is not
that much different, but at least they have seemingly cleaner carpet. I'm not
sure if I have different feeling from 2 years ago is because I have been staying
in 3 stars hotels recently, but no matter what, this hotel should in no way be
getting 9 out of 10 rating, right?
Guest Review of the Cassandra Hotel
July 5, 2011
The hotel is on a great family neighborhood location but yet very convenient for
transportation and there are variety of Restaurants, market and shop and liquor
store. lol. I was in the process of moving so I actually stay at the hotel for
quiet long. They have great price for monthly plan which is worked out for me
and my family. I think the best things I like about the hotel have to be their
employees. The front agents are not only friendly but the most out going people
I would know. The housekeeper did an excellent job on my room every week so i
have nothing to complain about them....
I was laughing when i was reading some of the reviews. Changing and renovation
mean they want to improve. They do have an elevator by the way.... which show
"how believable some of the review could be"
Guest Review of the Cassandra Hotel
July 5, 2011
Good place to stay. Location is great. The front desk was very friendly &
helpful. Especially Nicky & Jenny. They help us find the best place to visit in
the city. They even took the time to get my girlfriend a little something for
her birthday. We`re definitely coming back to stay here. Thank you very much. |
