That's the quote from a Ukrainian businesswoman in 2005, in the New York Times. Fast forward to 2009 and the Carter Hotel has been named the dirtiest hotel in America by TripAdvisor.com for the third time in four years.
When I started this blog, I promised myself that I wouldn't publicly shame any hotel or motel by name. I've since changed my mind, because the Carter hotel deserves it.
I pass this hotel every night on the way home from work. I think I'll start taking a different route from now on.
Here's the dated lobby. So warm and inviting, with 1980s neon, random, mismatched furniture, warped stainless steel, dirty ceiling panels, a folding table, vending machines, and much, much more!
If you get can past that, head up to your room. Enjoy the multicolored hallways.
Still not convinced you should leave? This might be your room.
Almost makes you want to just flop down on the bed. Almost.
Wall-to-wall-carpet. Literally.
It's time to unpack, but where's the closet?
Oh, here it is.
After you get settled, call up for room service...
Or maybe plug in your laptop.
Maybe the plug is under here. Maybe not.
You must be tired. Why don't you freshen up in the bathroom?
Maybe I'll just take in the view.
Maybe I'll just watch TV.
One of the reviews on Trip Advisor said, "Not Even the Homeless Would Stay Here." Unfortunately, they did, in the 80's. Apparently nothing was done to clean up the mess they left behind.
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