This is an older hotel, what it's lacking in modern features it makes up for in location. It's right by the University and theater with good walking access to the city center.
Parking is very close as it is right next to the Talbot Street multistory car park - you also get a discount on the parking, it should be free but the discount is better than nothing.
There is a bar and restaurant on the top floor, but it's nothing to get excited about - with all the bars and restaurants close by in the city center I don't see it as a good option. The food isn't bad, but it's not great. The bar also has limited options, especially in beer.
In general the hotel is well maintained and clean. The room keys are just that keys, you have to remember to lock your door as they are not automatic, they are also attached to massive key fobs which makes them cumbersome. Also you have to put the key fob in a unit on the wall in the room to turn on the power in the room - so you can't leave your room and leave your laptop or phone charging.
The main downside for business travelers is the terrible WiFi. The signal fluctuates widely with many dead spots and unusable areas. It's also pretty much unusably slow during peak hours - around breakfast and 5 - 9pm, dial up would be a better option.
As a place to sleep it's just fine, but as a place to work or socialize... not so much. read more