OverviewThis property is situated on the Trans-Canada Highway (or Yellowhead Trail) and is well located for guests who are looking to explore the town on foot. There are a few restaurants and shops located within a 5-minute walk.
Both smoking and non-smoking accommodations are available. All rooms include free Wi-Fi, a coffeemaker, a desk and chair, an iron and ironing board, a hair dryer, a 27" TV and individual heat control. There is no air conditioning. Rooms are furnished with one queen bed and one double bed.
Free parking is available on site and pets (20lbs and under) are permitted for an additional fee of $10 per night. This hotel has two floors and no elevator.
The on-site Heartland Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Other on-site amenities include meeting space and a small convenience store.
The McBride and District Hospital is 7 minutes away on foot. The McBride Visitor Centre and VIA Train Station is a 9-minute walk away. Hiking and fishing on the riverfront is about 14 minute away on foot. The McBride Airport is a 4-minute drive away. (All walking and driving time estimates: Google Maps)
The GoodThere were a limited number of recent reviews available for this analysis, however, among those reviews there were a few common compliments found.
Several guests found their rooms to be clean. The staff was praised by several reviewers for their friendly service and one guest thought that the customer service was exceptional.
A few guests enjoyed meals at the on-site restaurant and one reviewer found the wait staff to be friendly.
Future guests may also want to note that this hotel offers free parking and free Wi-Fi.
The Bad
As mentioned above, there were a limited number of recent reviews on which to base this editorial. However, a few common concerns were expressed by guests.
Several guests complained that their rooms did not have air conditioning and that their rooms were uncomfortably warm.
A few reviewers thought that their rooms appeared rundown, dated and in need of upgrades. A couple of guests specifically mentioned that the provided TVs had poor reception and a limited channel selection. A couple of other reviewers thought that their rooms were small.
A couple of guests complained about smelling cigarette smoke in their non-smoking rooms.
Expedia.ca gave this hotel an average score of 3.1 out of 5, with 72% of 18 guests recommending the property.
TripAdvisor.ca ranked this hotel #2 out of 3 properties in McBride, with an average score of 3.5 out of 5, from 15 reviews.
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Analyzed by Tammy B.
Writing chose Tammy from the moment she could hold a pencil. The stories may have changed through the years, from creative fiction to television news reporting, but Tammy's passion for words (and fondness for pencils) continues on.
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