Prestige Riverside Lodge Quesnel — Hotel in Quesnel

My grandmother recently stayed here, and sadly, I wouldn’t recommend this hotel—especially not right now with the ongoing construction and current staff dynamics.

To start, basic amenities were missing: no tissue paper or toilet paper was left in the room, no refills for the in-room coffee or tea, and no safe provided. We left a tip to have the bed made, but otherwise received minimal service.

While the front desk staff were kind and helpful (especially with my nana), the breakfast experience was disappointing. A staff member named MC was short-tempered and patronizing when my nana made a small mistake at the waffle machine, saying things like “See, you didn’t put enough oil on” in a condescending tone. My grandmother, who has worked in restaurants, felt embarrassed and upset. She later asked for HP sauce and was spoken to rudely when they said they didn’t have it. At other hotels, staff have gone out of their way to accommodate her with kindness—here, the tone was dismissive.

There’s also loud construction going on for much of the day. When I asked about the high price of a room right next to the noise, I was told, “It’s only during the day,” with no attempt at explanation or compromise.

One more major concern: the hotel is not pedestrian-friendly. There is no crosswalk nearby, and to get into the main part of town, you have to walk along the highway shoulder for about six minutes before you can safely cross. For seniors, people with mobility issues, or anyone traveling without a car, this is a serious safety concern.

Overall, I spent more time worrying about my grandmother’s comfort and safety than enjoying the stay. Until the construction is finished, the staff are better supported and trained, and pedestrian access is improved, I wouldn’t recommend this hotel—especially not...

Quality Inn in Quesnel has lost my future patronage. I booked their dog-friendly room, which was reasonably priced at $20 more than the non-dog-friendly room with identical amenities. However, upon arrival, an additional $20 pet surcharge was unexpectedly added, despite no prior mention of such fees during the booking process. Nor could I find this information later on their website, and attempts to find it via Google mostly resulted in 404 error pages. After extensive searching, I discovered a page advising customers to inquire about each hotel's specific policies—an inconvenient process to say the least.||Moreover, after check-in, we were confronted with a notice on the building door announcing a water shutdown at 9 am for boiler maintenance, occurring two hours before the standard checkout time of 11 am. The lack of communication about this disruption was evident, with no acknowledgment or apology provided, not even on the sign. It's disappointing that such a significant inconvenience was not addressed at check-in, nor was there any discount offered to compensate for it. When booking a hotel room, one expects basic amenities such as water, so a discount of 15-20% would have been appropriate.||To compound matters, the dog-friendly room provided no additional space for our pet, only the standard cramped quarters. Furthermore, the grassed area near the dog-friendly building was poorly lit, resulting in our dog picking up several burrs on its fur. This experience clearly demonstrates that their claims of being dog-friendly are unfounded, as they fail to accommodate even basic needs. In short, Quality Inn in Quesnel falls short not only in catering to pets but also in providing satisfactory service to their...

“A Five-Star Experience… If You’re a Cockroach!”

If you’re looking for luxury, this isn’t it. But if you’re a fan of horror movies and want to live in one, this place is a must-visit! From the moment you step into the lobby, you’re greeted by the unmistakable scent of “Eau de Mildew,” a fragrance so pungent it could bring a tear to your eye—or maybe that was just the dust clouds rolling off the ancient carpet.

The room itself was a masterpiece of shoddy craftsmanship. The wallpaper was peeling off the walls in a fashion that could only be described as “artistic disintegration.” I particularly enjoyed the decor—early ’90s murder mystery chic, complete with stains on the walls that might be coffee… or something far more sinister.

As for room service, I can only assume it was provided by a team of highly-trained ninjas, as they were impossible to track down. However, I did have a lovely conversation with a mouse who seemed to be the unofficial concierge. Very knowledgeable about the best hiding spots.

In summary, if you’re into haunted houses, questionable stains, and mattresses that double as medieval torture devices, then this is the hotel for you! Bring your own sheets, disinfectant, and possibly an exorcist. Would I stay here again? Only if I lost a bet.

Rating: 1 star (but only because I...