I made a reservation to stay at this hotel a couple of months ago, intending to stay there this…read moremonth, attracted by the fact that they have a charger for electric vehicles.
I did not notice until I had finalized it that the date of the reservation was incorrectly entered to be the very evening that I was placing the reservation. I'm not sure how this error occurred, and as far as I'm concerned, how it happened is irrelevant. I called them immediately to inform them of the error, and to ask them to change the reservation to the date that I actually wanted, calling both the corporate 800 number, and the local reception desk.
Both refused to help me, saying that changes in reservations must be made at least 72 hours prior to the anticipated arrival time. I pointed out that I only made the reservation three minutes ago, so meeting their 72 hour rule was obviously physically impossible.
Now, I understand the reason for such a rule, and when it comes to a reservation made three months ago, or even three weeks ago, it seems perfectly reasonable. However, it is not reasonable for a reservation made three minutes ago. They were not persuaded, and refused to change the reservation for me. They made $200 from my innocent error.
It's certainly my position that it would have been not only reasonable customer service, but wise business practice to help me correct my reservation error. It would have cost them absolutely nothing, and they would have kept my business and my good will.
I wrote a review similar to this one on Google, and the owner, himself, answered me in a very nasty fashion, reminding me that it was 100% my error, and their 72 hour rule was clearly stated on their website, adding that I needed to accept responsibility for my errors, and stop blaming others.
I would never stay here after being treated so rudely, and losing $200 to them. I encourage you to avoid them, as well. Their competitor, Hotel Mesa Albuquerque Midtown, offers nicer rooms and free car charging.