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Merritt Desert Inn

9 reviews
#2 of 2 small hotels in Merritt
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2350 Voght Street, Merritt, British Columbia V1K 1B2 Canada
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#2 of 2 small hotels in Merritt
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Hotel with 24 rooms ,Free WIFI .,All rooms with microwave,Refrigeratod,Hair dryer ,Ac, iron board , Restaurant with 90 seats dining room ,Pub 225 seats capacity, Liquor store on site
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Lorrie G wrote a review Oct 2019
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Last Minute stay, stay AWAY
Had to stay the night somewhere, should’ve slept in our SUV. This place should be demolished and condemned. Silverfish coming out of bathtub and sink drains, towels were dark colour so assumed never bleached, dirt on lino floors, just an absolute dump. Feel the springs through the bed top, tables dirty, coffee pot didn’t work. Stay away and go anywhere else!!
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Date of stay: October 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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GerryandElaine50 wrote a review Jun 2019
Ashcroft, Canada19 contributions1 helpful vote
Worst hotel ever
Chewing on was difficult, no one at the desk so ring the bell lady shows up but can’t check us in so she tracks down the manager who is covering the till at the beer store. When you book a room for the night it’s because you want a lace to sleep dose t have to be fancy and this is not. Smart money says you don’t put overnight guests in a room over the karaoke bar. These people aren’t smart or don’t care.
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Date of stay: June 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Jagjit H, Owner at Merritt Desert Inn
Responded Jul 1, 2019
Sorry for inconvenience and Thanks for your feedback we will try to improve on it
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Misstent wrote a review Sep 2018
Merritt, Canada2 contributions1 helpful vote
New Indian Restaurant
Very good food nice atmosphere a welcome addition to restaurant options in Merritt. I am hard to impress and was extremely impressed with flavor, presentation and service. Recommend everyone check this place out.. In one word OUTSTANDING
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Date of stay: September 2018
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from merritt i, General Manager at Merritt Desert Inn
Responded Oct 20, 2018
Thanks . you enjoy the food and our fast services.
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Carrie V wrote a review Aug 2018
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Amazing Food
Stopped in to the newly owned "Val Nic" or Desert Inn. The new owners know how to cook, the food was impeccable! Arrived quickly, fresh and hot. If you like East Indian food you need to come here. They also have a regular menu for your little ones if they don't like East Indian cuisine.
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Date of stay: August 2018Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from merritt i, General Manager at Merritt Desert Inn
Responded Oct 20, 2018
Thanks for your review You enjoy our food .Yes we provide both western and East Indian cuisine.
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Roy J wrote a review Jul 2018
Merritt, Canada69 contributions37 helpful votes
When you don't have food it's hard to judge
The main billboard outside says "Wings, $.50 everyday from 4-7. We went there on two separate occasions to give them a try and both times they had no wings??? I suggested that they remove the ad and all he said was "sorry". To add to that they place is run down, dirty and just in need of HELP!
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Date of stay: June 2018
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Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from merritt i, General Manager at Merritt Desert Inn
Responded Oct 20, 2018
We apologies.Now we are fully open our Mughal Gardens Restaurant.You can try now.
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gb2308 wrote a review Jun 2018
Victoria185 contributions63 helpful votes
Exactly what we needed
After 9 hours of driving, we were tired and just needed a place to sleep. Arrived past 10pm and they were very pleasant and friendly checking us in. Even though it's an older hotel, the beds were comfortable (room 223), and there was good water pressure in the shower. Clean bedding and towels are more important to me than the look of the room.
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Date of stay: May 2018
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from JAGJIT H, General Manager at Merritt Desert Inn
Responded Jun 24, 2018
Thanks you stay with us and your review. We are going to updated rooms and all other facility very soon.
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rocketman000 wrote a review Nov 2016
Kamloops, Canada899 contributions366 helpful votes
This Review is on the Restaurant only and not the hotel.
our group stopped for lunch. we had beef dip and grilled ham and cheese . service was good. food was tasty. not as hot as it could have been , but hey, its just a little town. I think this has seen better days, but its such a tough business to begin with. I think we would go back, because the value was fantastic. lunch , including tea or coffee for $ 9.95
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Date of stay: November 2016
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Serena N wrote a review Nov 2015
Kelowna, Canada4 contributions
Only gave it a one because I had to
Stayed here the past weekend. Will NEVER go back. Dirty stained shag carpet ,room smelt musty,no shower curtain used bars if soap,blow dryer didn't work, room not completed, stained bathroom towels, extremely noisy room above the pub. Could hear people walking down halls and using their key to get in their rooms. Was extremely awkward checking in as they do not use their front desk and you go into the bar to check in where the lonely bar made will walk away mid checking you in so she can refill the locals empty beer glasses. Next morning no one in site to change our room or to make complaint. Finally contacted someone to change room for the second night stay. The heater did not work and It snowing outside so very cold. Beds uncomfortable again stain rugs with spills dried up on them blow dryer did not work,wierd smell in room again and walls so thin could hear snoring all night from neigh outing room. In morning again no one in site at front desk to check out as they expect you to just throw your key on front counter where anyone can take it. Extremely dirty location and no customer service at all. Save your money and do not stay here! I will never go back there! And worst thing is they do not even care about any of this.…
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Date of stay: November 2015Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Jackie M wrote a review Dec 2014
British Columbia, Canada24 contributions37 helpful votes
Not very good
We found this Inn to be very dirty the rooms had stained rugs, thrown liquid on walls. The bedding stunk, no wash cloths, filthy toilets, springs poking through in beds and strippers swearing and fighting with customers they were taking to their room. The heater in room could not be turned down and was so loud you couldn't sleep. Absolutely not a family place and very unsafe. Private information including room numbers was given out to bar patrons, very unprofessional. A couple of the staff were very friendly but otherwise not so much as a hello.
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Date of stay: December 2014
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Which popular attractions are close to Merritt Desert Inn?
Nearby attractions include Creative Company (0.5 km), Lions Memorial Park (0.2 km), and Rotary Park (0.3 km).
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Some of the more popular amenities offered include an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and free parking.
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Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and a lounge during their stay.
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Yes, free parking is available to guests.
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Conveniently located restaurants include Kekuli Cafe Merritt, Empty Keg Brew House, and Yaki Joe's Pizza Shop.
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Yes, it is 0.2 km away from the centre of Merritt.
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