During check-in, we were assisted by Victoria at the front desk. We arrived at 1:00 PM, ahead of the standard 3:00 PM check-in time, and were informed of an early check-in fee of $50, a $23 service fee, and a $50 deposit — which we understood. However, what made this experience deeply upsetting was how we were treated. We had pre-booked 2 non-smoking double bed rooms, yet Victoria told us no double bed rooms were available before 3:00 PM. After repeatedly requesting assistance, we were only offered a smoking room to get ready in — which was completely unacceptable given our confirmed reservation. What troubled us most was the feeling that we were not treated with the same respect and courtesy extended to other guests. This was the first time we experienced what felt like racial discrimination in the United States, and it left us feeling unwelcome and humiliated at a place that should have made us feel at home. We hope the hotel management takes this feedback seriously, reviews how guests are treated at the front desk, and ensures all guests — regardless of their background — are served with equal dignity and professionalism.
During check-in, we were assisted by Victoria at the front desk. We arrived at 1:00 PM, ahead of the standard 3:00 PM check-in time, and were informed of an early check-in fee of $50, a $23 service fee, and a $50 deposit — which we understood. However, what made this experience deeply upsetting was how we were treated. We had pre-booked 2 non-smoking double bed rooms, yet Victoria told us no double bed rooms were available before 3:00 PM. After repeatedly requesting assistance, we were only offered a smoking room to get ready in — which was completely unacceptable given our confirmed reservation. What troubled us most was the feeling that we were not treated with the same respect and courtesy extended to other guests. This was the first time we experienced what felt like racial discrimination in the United States, and it left us feeling unwelcome and humiliated at a place that should have made us feel at home. We hope the hotel management takes this feedback seriously, reviews how guests are treated at the front desk, and ensures all guests — regardless of their background — are served with equal dignity and professionalism.