Linn_Greven
March 19, 2024
Flew into Sheridan for a funeral. Hoped to check-in early so we could change after our flight and before going to the funeral home. I never take early check-in for granted, but as there were only 3 cars in the entire parking lot, I was optimistic. The lobby was dark and empty, appeared unlighted with no one in the breakfast area or at the counter. Rang the bell at the desk. The clerk who came out simply stated "Check-in is at 3PM". I asked if there was any room clean/available for early check-in. He repeated "Check-in is at 3 PM". Never asked our name, never looked at our reservation or room type request. Basically, no one allowed to check-in before 3 even if the entire hotel is empty? My husband and I walked out and went to the Hampton Inn. The clerk there said that if she had a cleaned room available, we had it. We were in a room within 5 minutes. No comparison. Light and bright hotel, coffee 24 hours in the lobby and warm cookies every night. Friendly staff and clean room. The only good thing I can say of the Best Western is that it did have a generous cancellation policy. I was able to cancel a 3 day stay (paying cash, not points) without any penalty. I'm used to a hospitality industry that can, well, be "hospitable" and accommodate when possible. I'm very surprised by the BW attitude. I hope it was simply a lazy clerk and not reflective of management or Best Western in general...