We had fond memories of the Holiday Inn from a visit several years ago, but our recent experience was deeply disappointing. The hotel's condition has noticeably deteriorated. The elevator interiors were worn and the floors throughout the hotel were unclean, with visible trash. Attempts to mask the unpleasant odors with overpowering air fresheners were inadequate and only added to the discomfort.
The first room we were assigned had a pervasive bad smell; even the sheets smelled like unwashed feet. Although we were moved to another room without an apology from the staff, the new room, while slightly better, still had its issues. It lacked basic amenities like a soap dish, and the towels appeared as if they had not been washed. Additionally, the disposable cups were wrapped in broken plastic, raising concerns about hygiene.
Breakfast was a letdown and did not meet the usual Holiday Inn standards. It was far below what one would expect from such an establishment.
After checking out and reading similar negative reviews online, it's clear that our experience was not an isolated incident. It's disappointing to see such a decline in quality. If it weren't for the high ratings from the past, this year’s rating would surely be well below average, certainly not the current 7.4!