3 years ago
I am writing a detailed review about my experience...
I am writing a detailed review about my experience as it started off very badly but was recovered by three hotel staff members, Miranda, Karen, and Anthony. I had some issues with my booking in November as I was staying at the hotel for a conference. Somehow, while adjusting my stay, the Marriott phone clerk canceled my original booking and increased my rate unbeknownst to me.
When I contacted the Sheraton Hotel directly about this, I spoke to a front desk associate named Jordan who was incredibly rude to me. She basically kept repeating herself and saying there was nothing that could be done. Then, she said, "the rate isn't that much higher than it was before," implying that I should not be concerned about the $120 more dollars I would be paying for my stay. I asked to speak to her manager Carmen and Carmen would not get on the phone with me. Jordan and Carmen pretty much decided that it was what it was.
It was too late for me to cancel without incurring a fee. So, when I checked in, Anthony was a gentleman and was very kind. He immediately asked Miranda for help. I explained to her how upset I was about how I had been treated. She worked with Karen (the manager) and they reduced my rate to the conference rate for the duration of the trip and gave me complimentary breakfast for my treatment.
It is rare to receive such genuine kindness and concern when it comes to customer recovery. Because of Anthony, Miranda, and Karen, I will stay at this hotel again and hope that Jordan and Carmen have recognized that this sort of treatment can negatively shape opinions about their brand.