I stayed at the Waterford Travelodge for one night (thankfully!). I’m staying for business so proximity to where I’m working tomorrow was the deciding factor here. I know people might say ‘what do you expect, it’s a travel lodge…’ and ‘you’re not paying much’ …well, my expectations were low before I arrived…I hear you! Sure the bathroom could be cleaner for example - there are stains up the wall that just need wiping away (standards?)
However, I do believe that despite being a budget hotel, being able to suitably heat the room through the night of your stay is a basic requirement. I walked into the room not expecting much but it did feel cold as I walked in…so I turned on the rad (of course it was off, it’s a travelodge)… however, the radiator is limited to 2hours max at a time and only to (a supposed) 21degrees (it doesn’t feel like 21 in here!) so I sat with a hot drink and my nose was cold. I mean… c’mon Travelodge, this is crazy! Needless to say, they will not be getting any repeat business! Had I arrived this afternoon and discovered this, I would not be staying. #ridiculous
