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1726 Manawagonish Road, Saint John, New Brunswick E2M 3Y5, Canada
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Ranked #15 of 21 hotels in Saint John
3.0 of 5 stars 4 Reviews
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delaware
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Keep on trucking......especially in the summer!”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 August 2010
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First of all let me say...THERE IS NO AIR CONDITIONING IN THE ROOM! We stayed in August, not even thinking to ask upon check-in if there was one because I mean, WHAT KIND OF HOTEL DOESN'T HAVE ANY A/C?! No fans either! It was stuffy in the room with both available windows open, even though it was cool outside. Couldn't figure that one out! The room was ummmmm "interesting" to say the least. Mismatched almost comical furniture, outdated decor. It looked fairly clean on the surface, but we weren't there long before we realized this was just an illusion! If you are down to your last penny and just want a place to sleep... sleep outside. I won't be giving any of my hard earned money to a foregin owned hotel either. Thanks but no thanks.

  • Stayed August 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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Quebec
1 review
“They want your money!”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 October 2008

Believe the bad reviews! This motel is not worth it. They will want your money and you are not worth it as their customer. I am a frequent traveler and this is the only place where Reception has given me a room (and a warning not to use the second bed). I initially asked for a quiet room but eventually had to change rooms as I had neighbors upstairs who got up at 5 in the morning and woke us up at the same time. I asked for a new room and I was given a two-bed room. Guess what? I used the two beds in the room and my credit card was charged with an extra $10!! Reception never told me this and they said that they had to charge a few more dollars because they had to clean the second bed (which was not supposed to be used). Things did not start well from the moment I had to pre-pay without knowing what I was getting into.

WORDS OF ADVICE: There are many more hotels and motels in the area. For $10 or $20 more you can get a more decent and comfortable hotel...It is definitely worth it, believe me!

  • Liked — Nothing
  • Disliked — Customer Service
  • Stayed October 2008, travelled as a couple
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
    • 2 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
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“Nasty”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 November 2006
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We got off to a bad start when they charged me $5 more than the rate quoted when I made the reservation by phone. The room had a foul odor to it. There were mold and mildew in the bathroom and around the windows. When we pulled back the covers on the bed we found black hairs on the sheets. The owners were less than pleasant when we expressed any disapproval.

  • Liked — It did have a nice view from the front of the motel, but it couldn't be seen from the rooms
  • Disliked — The nastiness
  • Tips/Secrets — Don't go there!
  • Stayed October 2006, travelled as a couple
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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“simple but nice”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 September 2005
3
people found this review helpful

We stayed in this motel for two nights, at $65+tax per night. The room had a full kitchenette, including dishes, and was clean. They used to serve breakfast, but now they just have coffee in the main office.

There really is a nice view of Manawagonish Island, although not visible from my window, but from outside of the motel. The owners were pleasant and helpful.

I'd stay there again.

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1726 Manawagonish Road, Saint John, New Brunswick E2M 3Y5, Canada
Price range (per night):* INR3,249 - 4,649

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