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Delta Burnaby Convention and Casino Centre

We had the occasion to stay in this Hotel for a couple of nights as our youngest granddaughter was graduating high school. When we entered the lobby, it is huge and the ceiling are forever high but at the same time, is welcoming.

The young lady who checked us in was amazing in her attitude and professional manner. Checking in was a breeze. Go to the elevator and once inside, you must use your room key to continue. This is a great security feature.

We arrive at the room and, oh no, it did smell smoky. These rooms are non-smoking but let’s continue on. We left to go to a dance concert our granddaughter was in and, when we returned, the smell was still there. I did call down to the front desk and enquire about the odor and she offered to change our room at that time. We declined and said we would see.

In the morning the smell appeared to be even stronger. We went for breakfast and then called for our car via the Valet service. Now, here is young man with a smile that lights up the room. He was there when we came home the night before and now, again, this morning. As we were getting into the car, my husband spotted the Manager and then called me over. We explained the smell and they immediately proceeded to change our room. The attitude and manner in which this staff handle any situation, is award winning to say the least.

We continued on for the big day ahead and, when we came back to the Hotel, we were given a new room to go to. Here the smell was so fresh and pleasant, we finally figured the mystery out.

Although the rooms are all smoke-free, when the staff go on a coffee/smoke break, they return and the smoke residue transfers off to everything they touch and, if they are in the room for any length of time, it lingers. They should be washing their hands for sure before touching pillows, etc.

This is one Hotel who really do care about their visitors and their comfort levels. Would we ever return? Absolutely should the need ever arise again.

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Madrid – Hotel Gran Melia Fenix

We are staying here for two nights, so are thrilled with the quality of the Hotel and staff. Everything is impeccable and staff are quiet, professional with mile wide smiles.

The elevator is basically a 2-person ride but you can fit in 3 (closely). The carpets in the hallways are so thick, it is difficult to pull your hand luggage on wheels.

The rooms are so beautiful in décor you are happy to be here. In the morning (7 a.m.) we meet our new friends for a sumptuous breakfast.

Already on the tables are individual coffee pots, creamers with warm milk, just waiting for you. By the way, coffee is delicious.

Trays of fresh pineapple, kiwi, strawberries, papaya, star fruit, melon are at the beginning of your trip around the bounty. Cold cuts of all descriptions, cheeses – again so delicious for the eyes to take in. Cold cereals, toppings of different nuts, coconut, and some I didn’t know.

Breads, rolls, churros, toast, about 8 different desserts. Jams, jellies, mayo, ketchup all in little glass jars, sealed for your use. Turn around to the hot table and there is bacon, steamed vegetables, scrambled eggs (okay, just scoop the top layer and they are good (Canadian fashion).

Lucky us, we get to return tomorrow.

After our tour this afternoon we went to the Lounge and ordered a beer for Don and I ordered a Mojito. They come with a small bowl of chips and a trio bowl of cashews, wasabi pine nuts and lovely little crackers that taste like shortbread. After that, we decided to order a tapa style lunch. Two different croquettes, olives on picks with cheese and tomato and a tiny ham (jambon) and cheese sandwich with hot peppers. Wow! We couldn’t eat it all.

After all, we now have to think about our dinner coming up in a few hours.

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