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3.0 of 5
401 Winchester St, Keene, NH 03431
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Ranked #3 of 6 hotels in Keene
4.0 of 5 stars 66 Reviews
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LI, NY
2 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Picked this hotel based on other reviews: what a disaster”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012
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This was my first and last visit to this Best Western. We booked here because the rates were much lower than in Brattleboro and the online reviews were good. Checked in Sunday afternoon and my requests for a non pet room was honored and checking was quick. Went to dinner at the restaurant next store. After dinner, my daughter went back to the room and I stayed to watch the NFC playoff game. My daughter went to the pool. Upon entering the pool, she found the water at the bottom to be murkey and contained clumps of hair. Another woman there complained to her that she had stepped on a screw on the bottom of the pool . My daughter hastily leapt out of the pool and returned to our room for a shower. However, she has to clean the shower herself before it could be used. I learned of all this after returning to the room. Upon going to check the state of the shower, I also took a look at the toilet, which had algae growing in it. Clearly, our room had not been cleaned in some time. I advised my daughter to sleep on top of the blankets as God knows if/when the sheets had been changed. We spent a restless night hoping there were no bedbugs in the bed. Thank goodness there werent. At about 1:30 in the morning, a drunken former employee of the hotel ran down the hallway knocking on all the doors and explaining how she had worked at the hotel for 7 years. All in all, this stay was a nghtmare from begining to end. Oh, and at breakfast the next morning we overheard employees talking about the poor condition the pool was in and how someone should do something. We asked to speak to the manager upon checkout but he wasnt there. We were told he would contact us. He hasnt. Could be based on other reviews that our experience was a fluke but I wouldnt bet on it.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with family
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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KAMLESH PATEL, Owner at BEST WESTERN PLUS Sovereign Hotel, responded to this review
27 January 2012
Thank you for taking the time to convey your views. We welcome your constructive feedback to help us to deliver the best service for our guests.I am very disappointed to read that you did not have a satisfactory experience during your stay. After our personal conversation I hope you decide to choose the Best Western Plus on your next visit to Keene.
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Middletown, Rhode Island
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Score Some Big Points With Your Get Away Girl, Guys!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2012

Trying to impress that girl you met the other day on Craigslist or perhaps the grocery store cutie who just dumped her second husband? Well, look no further than this great place! When you look for the word value in the travel books, you'll find this place prominently featured. Clean,comfortable, and king size beds to boot! The staff was great and the free breakfast wasn't just continental style grub you find at a B&B. The indoor pool was awesome until the two mom's and five kids showed up. But that's cool because the room had a great tub and plenty of hot water. We ventured down to the Waxy O'Connors but alas, we're not that young anymore and the band was a bit loud for our tastes. It did look like the "in" place for Keene, NH, though. You can bet I'll be back here. It's convenient to some great outdoors fun. And if it's too cold, it's the kind of place for some good indoor fun. If you know what I mean!

Room Tip: We stayed on the opposite end of the pool and bar. It was quiet! Though, it was a bit of a hike to...
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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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KAMLESH PATEL, Owner at BEST WESTERN PLUS Sovereign Hotel, responded to this review
24 January 2012
Thank you for taking the time to write such an effectual review. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed our full hot breakfast we provide each morning. Again, we thank you for the review and will be happy to greet you upon your return.
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Maine
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Reasonable price great stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012
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AAA rate $79 Sunday night with King bed microwave refrigerator and of course coffee maker
Great front desk staff Charlie his name going out of the way to make customers happy!
Nothing is better than a heated pool in New England January!
Nice warm breakfast!
In walking distance to major restaurant area but the hotel area is not noisy at all.
The only set back is the furniture in room is pretty dusty. That's why I gave it an "average". I didn't mind that much though. I dusted it myself no biggie.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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KAMLESH PATEL, Owner at BEST WESTERN PLUS Sovereign Hotel, responded to this review
20 January 2012
We appreciate you taking the time to write such spectacular review. It is also great to hear you had a chance to use our indoor heated pool. We are not only in close proximity to many restaurants, we have our very own Irish Pub Waxy O' Connors located inside the hotel. Hope to see you again soon.
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West Chesterfield, New Hampshire
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Very comfortable-Relaxing- Fun”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012
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My wife and I went to the New Years Eve party. Best decision. Starting with the room, comfortable and very clean. From the super soft pillows and plenty of them, to the comforter, felt like a cloud, slept like a baby. I even liked the pictures on the walls and how the room was equiped. The band was excellent with 9 pieces for a great sound. The hotel is well located on the beaten path yet still felt out out of the way. The staff seemed to enoy their job, very helpful and well groomed. The food was excellent, the shrimp was very tasty and not small either. The full breakfast the next morning was a great touch. The restaurant is one you should make as a destination. Great Irish flare with the best food to match. I go there often. They have big TV's for when I am watching the sports to a more inimate setting as well. You can not go wrong and are well advised to make this Best Western a regular stop.

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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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KAMLESH PATEL, Owner at BEST WESTERN PLUS Sovereign Hotel, responded to this review
18 January 2012
Thank you for taking the time to write such a great review. We are glad you had the chance to attend our annual New Years Eve party. It is also nice to hear you had the chance to enjoy the amenities we offer with each nights stay. We will see you again soon at our brand new Irish Restaurant Waxy O Connors, or the next time you have the opportunity to stay at the Best Western.
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Clearwater, Florida
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Home away from Home”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012
1
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My husband and I were looking for a long stay in Keene, and this hotel gave us a large room with all amenities and a great price, The rooms are nice and clean, the bed very comfortable, full breakfast, indoor pool, centraly located...I have to say that the staff and the management were very helpful.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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KAMLESH PATEL, Owner at BEST WESTERN PLUS Sovereign Hotel, responded to this review
12 January 2012
Thank you for taking the time to write such a great review. We are happy you had the chance to enjoy all the amenities we provide for all of our guests. With all the amenities we provide we can comfortably accommodate any length of stay. We hope to see you soon in the very near future.
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  • Best Western Keene
  • Keene Best Western
Address: 401 Winchester St, Keene, NH 03431
Price range (per night):* INR5,377 - 12,154

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