My spouse and I opted to celebrate our 23rd wedding anniversary at Valley Forge Casino.

Upon arrival at the hotel parking lot on Friday, July 14th, around 9 PM, we encountered some challenges finding a parking spot, which is expected in a hotel and casino setting. The reception staff efficiently verified my information, handed over the keys, and provided directions to our room. I had to inquire about the floor and location of the elevators.

Although the room was generally pleasant, it was slightly smaller compared to others I have stayed in. The beds were comfortable, complemented by quality pillows and blankets. The air conditioning system was robust, promptly cooling the room. While searching for an extra blanket, we discovered that there were no additional blankets or pillows in the closet.

Deciding to explore the premises, we ventured into the casino area. The casino itself was decently sized, however, one drawback was the allowance of smoking, resulting in prevalent smoke odor in most areas.

Since our intention was not to gamble but rather to explore, we proceeded to the pool area known as "Valley Beach." Surprisingly, there were very few people present—a couple playing cornhole, another couple cuddling in the pool, and a handful of others scattered around, including a DJ. We contemplated returning to our room to change into swimming cloths, however, we noticed that the couple in the pool seemed to be engaged in more intimate activities. After approximately 15 minutes, two males from the cornhole area approached the female in the pool, exchanged a few words, and left, prompting her to hastily exit the pool and depart with them. The male who had been "cuddling" with her calmly exited the pool, showered in the outdoor facilities, changed his attire, discarded his wet swim trunks in a nearby trash can, and left the pool area in a different direction than the female he was with. It became evident what had transpired, and this unexpected situation dampened the atmosphere, dissuading us from swimming. We subsequently left the pool area and returned to our room.

Regrettably, upon reaching our floor, we discovered that a party was taking place in some adjacent rooms. At times, the noise level escalated, causing a minor disturbance. Thankfully, the hotel's thick walls provided reasonable soundproofing, although some noise could still be heard through the front door. While it was somewhat unsettling, it did not prompt me to contact the front desk.

The following day, Saturday the 15th, we spent our time away from the hotel and returned around 7:25 PM.

As we approached the entrance, a strong smell of marijuana permeated the surroundings. Hastening our entry, we encountered a heated argument between a man and a woman in the lobby. The man was loudly berating the woman, expressing his dangerous nature and advising her against provoking him. We swiftly made our way to the elevator, which transported us back to our room upstairs, where we decided not to venture out again.

I eventually fell asleep around 9:30 PM but was abruptly awakened at 10 PM and again at 11:30 PM by people screaming outside my door. Evidently, a raucous party was underway in the hallway, with several dozen individuals causing a disturbance. Realizing the situation was untenable, we proceeded to the front desk, only to find a notice stating that it was closed and directing guests to the casino front desk located in another building. We proceeded to that front desk and expressed our concerns, contemplating checking out early. To our disappointment, the staff member simply extended her hand, took the room keys, and stated, "You're good," without offering any apologies or assistance from a manager to address the situation.

Based on my weekend experience, I conclude that this establishment is not suitable for families or couples seeking a tranquil environment.