Mahfuz Abedin
Google
I wish I didn’t have to write this review, but my recent experience at this hotel was incredibly disappointing. 2 of my friends and I, three in total, booked an executive room that was advertised as accommodating three guests. I called the hotel the night before our stay (August 9, 2024), and they confirmed that the room could indeed fit three people. They suggested me to book through Agoda for a better rate, which I did, though I mistakenly listed only two guests instead of three.
When we checked in the next morning (August 10), I was informed by the reception that I would need to pay an additional 1,120 rupees for the third person, as the Agoda booking confirmation specified two guests. I accepted my mistake and agreed to pay, but the young man at the reception said I could settle the amount at checkout the following day. Upon entering our room, we found it to be a Deluxe room with two single beds and later they added a small bed, leaving almost no space. I contacted the reception, and they claimed this was their executive room. You can see the difference in the photo I’ve uploaded.
The next morning (August 11), at 7 AM, I called the reception to inform that two of us would be checking out early due to our flight, while the third person would stay and settle the payment and check out at 11 AM. The reception acknowledged this without issue. However, at 8 AM, as we were about to leave for the airport, a hotel guard rushed to our taxi, saying the reception wanted to speak with me.
When I went back inside, the receptionist was very rude, he started with, “Nobody can leave without paying the money.” I explained that I had notified them in advance and was willing to pay the small amount owed. Despite my attempts to clarify, he continued to be confrontational, saying that it was hotel policy and we did not talk about this on the call. I paid the amount immediately, and he took the money in silence. When I asked if anything else was needed, he simply shook his head.
So here's my review- Throughout our stay, from check-in to check-out, we experienced unwelcoming and rude behavior from the reception staff. Having traveled to eight different countries and stayed in various hotels, this was the only & most insulting experience I’ve had.
Despite my efforts to move past this experience, I still feel deeply insulted by the rude behavior we encountered. Whether or not they had a specific issue with Bangladeshi guests, I believe the management should consider implementing customer service training for their staff. With over a decade of experience in customer service, I feel strongly that all guests, regardless of their background/nationality, deserve respectful and professional treatment.