Firstly, the booking process itself was misleading and left a sour taste in my mouth. I made the reservation through Expedia, where the price was listed at $330. Little did I know, this was in USD, and upon arrival, I was slapped with a bill of nearly $700 AUD. Such a steep price for a hotel in Penrith is absolutely outrageous and felt like a complete rip-off.
Moreover, the lack of basic amenities was disappointing. For a hotel of this caliber, one would expect at least a laundry service on-site. However, to my dismay, there was none, let alone an overnight laundry option. Additionally, the absence of a pool was quite baffling, especially considering it's a standard feature in most hotels nowadays.
The bar was another letdown. It was minuscule in size and could barely accommodate more than half a dozen people comfortably. This made socializing or even enjoying a quiet drink after a long day's work nearly impossible.
To top it off, the service was abysmal. One morning, I decided to grab a coffee from the café when it was relatively quiet. However, I was shocked to hear that it would take 15 minutes for a simple cup of coffee. There was no one else in the café, so the excuse of being busy simply didn't hold water. This level of inefficiency is unacceptable, especially in the hospitality industry.
Lastly, the staff's demeanor left much to be desired. They came across as rude and indifferent, showing little regard for guests' comfort or satisfaction.