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over a year ago
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Ok so I'm looking to book a hotel room for an evening as I'm unable to accommodate, but I think I may well be a hotel snob!
Looking at late rooms and the cheap cheap ones all have 2 stars or less.
I know it's not a holiday but I like nice surroundings to have fun in.
So am I the only one who would rather pay a little more for a nice room or do people just book in to the cheapest available for your meets?  |
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"Ok so I'm looking to book a hotel room for an evening as I'm unable to accommodate, but I think I may well be a hotel snob!
Looking at late rooms and the cheap cheap ones all have 2 stars or less.
I know it's not a holiday but I like nice surroundings to have fun in.
So am I the only one who would rather pay a little more for a nice room or do people just book in to the cheapest available for your meets? "
Depends on so many things.
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Can't go wrong with Premier Inn. Makes no odds where in the country you are, shut the door they're all the same. "
 Iv necer stayed in a shity prem, travelodge however, I have. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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I have spent most of the time looking at the decor of these places. I know I'm not gonna give a damn once I get my hands on him or him on me but it's first impressions, I don't want to walk in and think "urgh minging curtains " ...you get the point lol  |
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Personally id prefer nice surroundings than just some room. I normally only go for travelodges or premier inns. So long as you book in advance travelodges cost from £19 and premier inns from £29.
Pl us premier inns are a bit nicer and have a good night guantee if you dont get a good nights sleep due to noise ( except any noise you make in the room lol). Im staying in a premier inn in birmingham this week as the hotel i was going to stay at had poor reviews on tripadvisor and there was only a £40 difference in price! |
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"Can't go wrong with Premier Inn. Makes no odds where in the country you are, shut the door they're all the same.
Iv necer stayed in a shity prem, travelodge however, I have. "
Yes we stay in travelodges quite often in London and the quality varies massively.
With regards to the op we occasionally use LateRooms and the cheap ones (certainly in London) are usually only worth bothering with if you are desperate for somewhere to crash |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Personally id prefer nice surroundings than just some room. I normally only go for travelodges or premier inns. So long as you book in advance travelodges cost from £19 and premier inns from £29.
Pl us premier inns are a bit nicer and have a good night guantee if you dont get a good nights sleep due to noise ( except any noise you make in the room lol). Im staying in a premier inn in birmingham this week as the hotel i was going to stay at had poor reviews on tripadvisor and there was only a £40 difference in price!"
I'd be more concerned for the other guests getting a good night sleep lol x |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Can't go wrong with Premier Inn. Makes no odds where in the country you are, shut the door they're all the same.
Iv necer stayed in a shity prem, travelodge however, I have. "
Travel lodges vary, stayed in one in Civent Garden area, total crap, premier inns are all the same, comfortable, quiet and clean, not sure what more you'd want for those prices or any prices unless snobbery is taken to the limits? |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Can't go wrong with Premier Inn. Makes no odds where in the country you are, shut the door they're all the same.
Iv necer stayed in a shity prem, travelodge however, I have.
Travel lodges vary, stayed in one in Civent Garden area, total crap, premier inns are all the same, comfortable, quiet and clean, not sure what more you'd want for those prices or any prices unless snobbery is taken to the limits?"
Ok maybe snobbery was the wrong choice of words, I just like modern and stylish  |
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"Booked one through lastminutrooms last week in Olham cost 40 squids n turned out to be a four star country Manor.
Tallyho Gimp"
I got a winter break once and was amazed to end up at a country manor near gretna for 30 for two people ! |
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By *evaquitCouple
over a year ago
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We're a bit like that. The Urban Village resorts are great decor wise and bonus they have spot lights on the bed, great for pics. The holiday inns also have spot lights on the bed and are more the budget type, you can get some good bargains at that particular chain. Ramada is pretty nice decor wise especially their suites, good bargains at their Coventry hotel. Novotel are good Wembley comes to mind as well as the Jury's Inn. A nice setting for us is always a factor when choosing rooms, a bit of snobbery I guess but you can get them at good prices if you shop around at the same price as a premier inn for example, not too keen on those don't like the purple, how snobby, lol.
Ooh, the Hampton by Hilton, Luton is fantastic cost wise and good quality. |
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By *ee VianteWoman
over a year ago
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"Can't go wrong with Premier Inn. Makes no odds where in the country you are, shut the door they're all the same.
Iv necer stayed in a shity prem, travelodge however, I have.
Travel lodges vary, stayed in one in Civent Garden area, total crap, premier inns are all the same, comfortable, quiet and clean, not sure what more you'd want for those prices or any prices unless snobbery is taken to the limits?
Ok maybe snobbery was the wrong choice of words, I just like modern and stylish "
Discerning  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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ive been in a lot of good hotels over the years, across the world.
i dont go on holiday, or business - to stay in a hotel room.
like 'romantic restaurants' - there is nothing romantic whatsoever about hotels.
its a scam for the feeble minded |
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"I've stayed in both the Ramada and Hampton by Hilton but not locally, maybe have to broaden my search area a little further x"
Maybe but theres not many ive found i was dissapointed with only some privately owned ones and one or two travelodges x |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Ok so I'm looking to book a hotel room for an evening as I'm unable to accommodate, but I think I may well be a hotel snob!
Looking at late rooms and the cheap cheap ones all have 2 stars or less.
I know it's not a holiday but I like nice surroundings to have fun in.
So am I the only one who would rather pay a little more for a nice room or do people just book in to the cheapest available for your meets? "
No you are not alone. We try to get the best quality hotel whenever possible. Nothing against Ibis, Holiday inn etc but when we get a night or two away from the madness of older teenage kids we like to be in very nice surroundings, with service to match.
If that makes us Hotel Snobs then so be it..... Ask Me If I'm Bovvered?  |
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Travelodge are starting to refurbish some of their more dodgy ones, so if you look for the ones that are either new, or state they have the new refurbished look, it should be ok
Any of the chain hotels near airports tend to be ok, as the competition is high so rates and rooms tend to be of a similar standard |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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It's not snobbery, it's just having standards.
I'm happy to go for Premier Inns, Holiday Inns and Travelodges because you know what to expect, although funnily enough one of my favourite hotels to stay in is actually in Cannock where you can blag the honeymoon suite for a little extra and get yourself a five room apartment. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Ok so I'm looking to book a hotel room for an evening as I'm unable to accommodate, but I think I may well be a hotel snob!
Looking at late rooms and the cheap cheap ones all have 2 stars or less.
I know it's not a holiday but I like nice surroundings to have fun in.
So am I the only one who would rather pay a little more for a nice room or do people just book in to the cheapest available for your meets? "
there is a site were you can hire better places |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"It's not snobbery, it's just having standards.
I'm happy to go for Premier Inns, Holiday Inns and Travelodges because you know what to expect, although funnily enough one of my favourite hotels to stay in is actually in Cannock where you can blag the honeymoon suite for a little extra and get yourself a five room apartment."
Where where where! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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As long as it's clean I'm not that bothered. I only go there to have sex I'm not there for a holiday. Once I'm in the arms of a gorgeous man I don't notice the surroundings anyway
Premier inn or travelodge works perfectly well for my purposes. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"It's not snobbery, it's just having standards.
I'm happy to go for Premier Inns, Holiday Inns and Travelodges because you know what to expect, although funnily enough one of my favourite hotels to stay in is actually in Cannock where you can blag the honeymoon suite for a little extra and get yourself a five room apartment.
Where where where! "
check the site where you can get peoples flats and suites for cheap |
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By (user no longer on site)
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I'm happy as long as it's a hotel run by a proper company. Every family run hotel I have been in has looked lovely on the outside with a nice looking reception. Once you get in the room it's been a different story. I still had a great time but for £10 more we could have had a Travelodge,that would at least have been decorated and roomy. I've left the Hilton because I wanted my own bed before,it's the man I'm there for. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Ok so I'm looking to book a hotel room for an evening as I'm unable to accommodate, but I think I may well be a hotel snob!
Looking at late rooms and the cheap cheap ones all have 2 stars or less.
I know it's not a holiday but I like nice surroundings to have fun in.
So am I the only one who would rather pay a little more for a nice room or do people just book in to the cheapest available for your meets? "
I know what you mean, I've stopped on some right dives that look like they've come straight out of a 'Carry On' film.... Without the " ooooo matron!" ...if you're noticing mildew on the walls mid swing then it's a bit of bummer!  |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Ok so I'm looking to book a hotel room for an evening as I'm unable to accommodate, but I think I may well be a hotel snob!
Looking at late rooms and the cheap cheap ones all have 2 stars or less.
I know it's not a holiday but I like nice surroundings to have fun in.
So am I the only one who would rather pay a little more for a nice room or do people just book in to the cheapest available for your meets? "
Nope i am the same
if i book a hotel i still like some nice surroundings |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I think people should spend their money as they see fit.....
However speaking as someone whose spent far too many nights staying in hotels of varying standards all over the world..... as far as I'm concerned, a room is a room, is a room......and for me, as long as its a clean any room, its good enough... |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Ok so I'm looking to book a hotel room for an evening as I'm unable to accommodate, but I think I may well be a hotel snob!
Looking at late rooms and the cheap cheap ones all have 2 stars or less.
I know it's not a holiday but I like nice surroundings to have fun in.
So am I the only one who would rather pay a little more for a nice room or do people just book in to the cheapest available for your meets? "
Try a chain called the Village hotels...fantastic rooms..and you can get them cheap |
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"Ok so I'm looking to book a hotel room for an evening as I'm unable to accommodate, but I think I may well be a hotel snob!
Looking at late rooms and the cheap cheap ones all have 2 stars or less.
I know it's not a holiday but I like nice surroundings to have fun in.
So am I the only one who would rather pay a little more for a nice room or do people just book in to the cheapest available for your meets? "
Try the Whitehouse Hotel in Foregate Street Worcester
The Fownes hotel city walls road in Worcester
Both I regularly book to fuck others in often off late rooms too
Both stylish independent hotels
Maybe I'll come buy you a drink just to be sociable  |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Ok so I'm looking to book a hotel room for an evening as I'm unable to accommodate, but I think I may well be a hotel snob!
Looking at late rooms and the cheap cheap ones all have 2 stars or less.
I know it's not a holiday but I like nice surroundings to have fun in.
So am I the only one who would rather pay a little more for a nice room or do people just book in to the cheapest available for your meets?
Try a chain called the Village hotels...fantastic rooms..and you can get them cheap "
Can definitely recommend the Village hotels, been to the Farnborough one a couple of times and it is really lovely. HHx (fellow hotel snob) |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Ok so I'm looking to book a hotel room for an evening as I'm unable to accommodate, but I think I may well be a hotel snob!
Looking at late rooms and the cheap cheap ones all have 2 stars or less.
I know it's not a holiday but I like nice surroundings to have fun in.
So am I the only one who would rather pay a little more for a nice room or do people just book in to the cheapest available for your meets?
Try a chain called the Village hotels...fantastic rooms..and you can get them cheap
Can definitely recommend the Village hotels, been to the Farnborough one a couple of times and it is really lovely. HHx (fellow hotel snob)"
Oh i love the Village hotels...i'll book them any time over the rest if there in the area im staying in at the time |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I am sure the lucky gentleman will be happy with your choice regardless!
I'm also sure it is one decision he will allow you to make, as I'm certain he knows your expectations!
As long as it is clean, fresh and has a bar with stools I imange he will be happy!
Good luck in your search!!! |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Ok so I'm looking to book a hotel room for an evening as I'm unable to accommodate, but I think I may well be a hotel snob!
Looking at late rooms and the cheap cheap ones all have 2 stars or less.
I know it's not a holiday but I like nice surroundings to have fun in.
So am I the only one who would rather pay a little more for a nice room or do people just book in to the cheapest available for your meets? "
Definitely not snobbery. More like a bare minimum standard |
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By *icketysplitsWoman
over a year ago
Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound |
"Booked one through lastminutrooms last week in Olham cost 40 squids n turned out to be a four star country Manor.
Tallyho Gimp
I got a winter break once and was amazed to end up at a country manor near gretna for 30 for two people ! "
I'm a fan of secret hotels and late room booking sites. I got a great four star in Glasgow for two nights for £47.50 all in.
For meets and Fab socials it's usually a Prem as they are standard enough to know what you're getting and the sheets don't feel too cheap.
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"As long as it is clean, fresh and has a bar with stools I imange he will be happy!
Bar stools you say?
What a strange request  "
Well I'm guessing you're meeting for a drink in the bar first!?! |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"As long as it is clean, fresh and has a bar with stools I imange he will be happy!
Bar stools you say?
What a strange request
Well I'm guessing you're meeting for a drink in the bar first!?!"
I prefer comfy seating areas and as I'm only ickle I'd probably need a leg up to get on a stool |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"As long as it is clean, fresh and has a bar with stools I imange he will be happy!
Bar stools you say?
What a strange request
Well I'm guessing you're meeting for a drink in the bar first!?!
I prefer comfy seating areas and as I'm only ickle I'd probably need a leg up to get on a stool "
Nowt wrong with likkle  |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"As long as it is clean, fresh and has a bar with stools I imange he will be happy!
Bar stools you say?
What a strange request
Well I'm guessing you're meeting for a drink in the bar first!?!
I prefer comfy seating areas and as I'm only ickle I'd probably need a leg up to get on a stool "
I'm sure who ever you meet will take this into consideration and let you sit where ever he chooses |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"If your looking for a hotel in cannock area pm me as I used one a while back that was a hidden gem and very reasonable
why not just tell us which one it was ?"
I was thinking the same..perhaps hes after a crafty pm lol |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"If your looking for a hotel in cannock area pm me as I used one a while back that was a hidden gem and very reasonable
why not just tell us which one it was ?
I was thinking the same..perhaps hes after a crafty pm lol "
I did think the same but pm'd anyway and got recommendation.
As I point out to anyone I'm not looking for meets anyway at the moment (says so on the profile) like chatting to folk though so all good |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I am a Hotel snob yes.
When I'm meeting I want to have a good time, I want to escape the "norm" of my life.
Typically I only ever stay in:
Hilton
Jury's Inn
De Vere Venues.
I have stayed in budget chains but that is only when I've been pushed for time. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I usually use late rooms to find a gorgeous hotel. But, not sure how much many are willing to spend on a room.
I usually meet for a weekend or overnight. So, is usually worth it.
Depends on each person and their budget.
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I did arrange a meet one night when i had a meeting at the Raddison Blu hotel on Manchester airport..now thats a hotel and half..glad i wasnt paying haha |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Put it this way..
I'm looking at a Glass Igloo in Finland for a weekend.
So work that one out... "
Yup that's me, just completely not satisfied. Budget is not really an issue would rather have a good time |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"I did arrange a meet one night when i had a meeting at the Raddison Blu hotel on Manchester airport..now thats a hotel and half..glad i wasnt paying haha "
I want local and nice, seems those 2 don't go hand in hand around here |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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providing a setting is clean and it has a shower and the beds comfy i'm not too fussed.
Is the person your sharing the room with on a budget though cos there would be a financial impact on his part if he just wanted budget and you wanted lavish |
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"I did arrange a meet one night when i had a meeting at the Raddison Blu hotel on Manchester airport..now thats a hotel and half..glad i wasnt paying haha
I want local and nice, seems those 2 don't go hand in hand around here "
Theres a nice Holiday Inn at i think Jct 6 of the M6..ive stayed in there a few times..as well as The Premier Inns in Wolverhampton |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Can't go wrong with Premier Inn. Makes no odds where in the country you are, shut the door they're all the same.
Iv necer stayed in a shity prem, travelodge however, I have.
Yes we stay in travelodges quite often in London and the quality varies massively.
With regards to the op we occasionally use LateRooms and the cheap ones (certainly in London) are usually only worth bothering with if you are desperate for somewhere to crash"
The travelodge near Abfabs is the pits, a real dive. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"providing a setting is clean and it has a shower and the beds comfy i'm not too fussed.
Is the person your sharing the room with on a budget though cos there would be a financial impact on his part if he just wanted budget and you wanted lavish "
As I said, not an issue x |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"I've stayed in both the Ramada and Hampton by Hilton but not locally, maybe have to broaden my search area a little further x"
. Ramada at cannocks good,higher up the better!
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"I've stayed in both the Ramada and Hampton by Hilton but not locally, maybe have to broaden my search area a little further x. Ramada at cannocks good,higher up the better!"
Last time I went the flipping bar was closed for refurbishment! Ended up in a local supermarket buying copious amounts of alcohol and munchies |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"It's not snobbery, it's just having standards.
I'm happy to go for Premier Inns, Holiday Inns and Travelodges because you know what to expect, although funnily enough one of my favourite hotels to stay in is actually in Cannock where you can blag the honeymoon suite for a little extra and get yourself a five room apartment."
Wow ...... More details please |
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