Arundel Mansions Hotel

Sky train noise, parking,

Absolutely everything i did not want to ever leave.

Bed wasnt comfortable and food ans staff unhelpful

They only cleaned upon request and the stay was for two weeks (so they came in a total of twice, each time after asking). There is no staff onsite and unless you are available during their limited hours, you are treated as a burden. We literally saw a dead body the morning of checking out that was being taken away and it felt very unsafe going to the parking lot at night, as well as sometimes people were using drugs in the alcove of the front door. Surely there are things that could be done to make the situation more safe, like not having to get out over your vehicle to open the gate for the parking lot (which also isn't locked) and stairs that would take you to the back door instead of having to walk around on the street.

There is nothing I did not like, though for people who prefer a modern feel, you won't enjoy Arundel. Floors are old and creak, rooms are darker (except the kitchen) and bathtub is better suited for baths (though it is possible to shower).

Note to management: Please NEVER change any of these things - they are a huge part of the charm and warmth of the place!

The train goes by RIGHT THERE, every 2 min. Nothing was completely clean: dishes, especially disappointing because those are easy to clean. Microwave: weak. Shower in a clawfoot tub situation: the curtain was hung on a slant so dipped lower and kept clinging to my body as I showered: not ideal. There was one washcloth for two people for 5 days--that is not enough. All towels were old. All the linens, the decorative plates and the to-use dishes looked like they were brought in from the huge Salvation Army depot down the hill.
Check-in was weird: was asked several times to specify when we'd arrive, then was busy with other guests when arrived. First time ever been charged a deposit for damages at a hotel, and it was not speedily processed after checkout, despite small size of the establishment.
Elevator consistently stopped between floors, requiring extra button pushing and ensuing panic the first time. Oh, and clincher: there's a rehab clinic or something right next door so our view and out exits and entries were almost always through a crowd of people on substances, front AND back door.
I'm just sad the building is so beautiful and suites are spacious but 1) the train is very disruptive and there's no attempt to muffle the noise through insulation (there's not even a screen on that window) 2) it's not being kept up anymore, and cleanliness standards are not what they should be for $180CAD/night place. Would not return.

the hotel is very dirty and unhygienic. bad smell as soon as you enter. it is very unclean and staff is not professional at all. The hotel has charged me full amount inspite of cancelling my booking.

The arrival process was confusing and could be improved. There was no clear signage or instructions on where to check in, and I only found out later that the “office” was actually the restaurant next door. The greeting at check-in felt rushed and a bit frustrated rather than welcoming, which was disappointing after a long drive. The fridge didn’t get very cold, and power outlets were limited. The area is also a bit sketchy at night, though I understand that’s out of the host’s control.

No screens on the windows, so mosquitoes could enter if you left the windows open.

At first I thought it was an Airbnb but it’s actually a hotel with a good price.

Sound of the train, Drug people near the building and infont of the entrance.

Very old and dated, not enough renovation so I didn't feel conformable because of dated stuffs which I wasn't sure if they were clean

Building ilooks like it is 100 years old and looks like never updated. Homelessness meters away. Room door would not lock from inside and room was very hot. We did not stay and went to another hotel.

Property is old and it shows, place was listed to have ac and only had a SMALL window ac in bedroom only. Very hot.
The surrounding area and where I had to park my car felt unsafe especially since I had to get out of my car to use the gate.
The place was dirty, there was food on the remote and coffee table.