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Seattle forum: arctic club trying hard but not quite there

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Posted on: 11:50 pm, July 24, 2008
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We stayed at the Arctic Club and didn't even know they were going to open the SAME day we booked our arrival- July 9th. They worked hard to overcome all the issues of not being ready to open, but it just wasn't enough. We're so easy going- we just laughed about getting high on paint fumes every time we opened our room door. Lucky for us it was a hot day and we really wanted to cool down with a cool shower because the hot water didn't seem to work for the first time. (It was fine the next morning). We also got a kick out of how the front desk staff jumped at every question like they were skittish rabbits. They really did try hard. I do think the manager should have welcomed every guest with..., "Hey folks- sorry we are not entirely ready to open yet...here's some free drinks at the bar or a discounted rate". That would have at least acknowledged the obvious. Don't get me wrong- the location is great, the hotel is beautiful, and the ceiling in the ballroom is stunning. They just need a little time to get things in order.

TripAdvisor™ Best Seattle Travel Deals

www.arcticclubhotel.com Boutique Hotel - Has A New Look In The Heart Of Downtown Seattle.
www.MountainTravelSobek.com/Arctic Small groups and expert guides. Mountain Travel Sobek since 1969
www.AuroraExpeditions.com.au 20day voyage; Iceland, Greenland, Spitsbergen & Norway. See it All !