Having used this hotel previously, we knew the layout and the routine/operation of it.
My Husband described it as 'shabby chique' due to the age/decor within the hotel, stair carpets are badly worn & only service lift working (the guest lift hasn't worked for several years)
We booked with breakfast which was nice albeit attention to detail could have been better via the waitress.
We were greeted 'pleasantly' on several occassions by the numerous reception staff however there was one male receptionist that we felt was abrupt, cheeky and lacking good customer service skills.
I wouldn't hesitate booking again as it was in a good central location for our needs.
We did notice that on the 2nd floor there was a smell of stale cigarette smoke even though the rooms displayed no smoking signs.