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800 South Guest House (GUESTHOUSE star Guesthoues) -
165 West 800 South 84101 Salt Lake City USA
 Laundry | Breakfast Not Included | |
TESTIMONIALS
ABOUT SELF-CHECK-IN
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Jacob Hsu,
Taichung, Taiwan►'You're self check-in system is AMAZING. As I said, 90% of my time is spent away from home. If all hotels had this system in place, it would ease the weary traveller... It's also attractive for the business traveler too.'
George Fisher
Wyoming, USA►'...I liked that we could check-in, even though we got there very late.'
Laura Dziorny
Maryland, USA
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USA TODAY ARTICLE
ABOUT SELF-CHECK-IN
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Source: 'Self-service hotel check-in to increase' By Jui Chakravorty, 2006 Reuters.
NEW YORK - Self-service kiosks in hotel lobbies, which let travelers bypass the front desk at check-in, will eventually help hotels stem rising labor costs by enabling them to serve guests with fewer staff.
Hilton was the first to launch the kiosks early last year. With 102 kiosks in 42 hotels, they have so far been 'very successful,' Hilton spokeswoman Kathy Shepard said.
Hotels have been introducing self-service check-in in large, urban areas that cater to business travelers, already comfortable with the convenience of express checkout. 'Clearly the business traveler is an earlier adapter of self service,' said Tom Conophy, chief technical officer at Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, ... Sheraton, Westin, St. Regis and W Hotels.
If front desk staffing is cut back, those employees will likely be 'repurposed' into serving guests in other ways, Conophy said. 'We would look at staff we have now take on different roles, such as lobby ambassadors.'
Labor has been a growing issue for large U.S. hotels...
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HIGHLIGHTS
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► TRAX (light rail) within walking distance (1-min walk) ► Quick access to the freeway (1-min drive)► Location in downtown newly revitalized neighborhood ► New rooms (with latest technology)► Quick check-in computer (anytime after 2PM for online bookings only, no walk-ins)► 24-hour coin laundry with free dryer► Dorms with fewer people (two or four beds)► Disposable plates, cups, forks, etc. (more sanitary)► Only guests with credit card or $50 deposit (more select clientele)
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CONDITIONS
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►CREDIT CARD - The card you book the room with is the card we will charge the total amount due to secure the room. All major credit cards and USA debit cards accepted.►PAYPAL USERS - We don't accept Paypal. ►FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS IN ENGLISH - you need to be able to do your own self check-in.► WORKING E-MAIL ACCOUNT REQUIRED - so we can e-mail you important check-in information.► FELONS need not apply.► ADULTS 18 years and over only.► PETS - No pets allowed in this property (e-mail us for availability at another Guest House).
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LOCATION
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The property is close to all the city's major tourist attractions and all the ski resorts - ► 29 miles (47 km) from Park City, ► 22.5 miles (36.2 km) from Snowbird, and ► 42.7 miles (68.8 km) from Snowbasin. ► There are many restaurants, supermarkets, and coffee shops in the surrounding area.
Camelot Hostel is located in downtown Salt Lake City and only -► 1 minute walk to TRAX (train station) ► 9 miles (14.6 km) from the airport, ► 0.2 miles (0.4 km) from I-15 freeway, ► 0.4 miles (0.6 km) from bus #22 (every 15 minutes), ► 1.4 miles (2.3 km) from Temple Square (Mormon Temple) -► 1.1 miles (1.8 km) from Salt Palace Convention Center, ► 1.3 miles (2.2 km) from Greyhound bus station, ► 1.3 miles (2.1 km) from Amtrak (railroad station), and ► 4.6 miles (7.5 km) from University of Utah (UofU).
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FULLY FURNISHED CORPORATE HOUSING RENTALS-JUST BRING YOUR SUITCASE
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► We can provide you with a clean, comfortable, and well-appointed home away from home. A great lodging alternative to rooms in hotels or motels. Go to our website for more pictures and testimonials.► The building is new, fully automated, and modern with state-of-the-art technology (come see for yourself). The owner prefers to invest in the property instead of just taking money out of it. The building is warm; it uses radiant heating and has new double-paned windows.► Camelot Hostel offers budget accommodation in a unique and home-like atmosphere. No curfew, chores, or lockouts. Very safe - the doors are always locked; you can only get into the building with a keyless entry code. This is not a youth hostel; 18 years and over are welcome.► Free use of linen and blankets with any booking. For the convenience of all guests there are computers with free Internet access, cable TV, telephone with free local calls, private parking, keyless entry, washer and free dryer, refrigerator, and microwave.
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EXTRAS
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► Bicycle rental $5 (no deposit required).► Notebook Computer with WiFi; If you book a room for one week then you can rent a notebook computer along with your room. Please e-mail us asking for the notebook computer ($1/day extra). ***PROMOTION PRICE FOR 7 NIGHT BOOKINGS ONLY***
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ABOUT US
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► OUR MISSION STATEMENT: To achieve 100% customer satisfaction by listening to our customers and by exceeding their expectations; to offer budget prices for a nice home with added value; and to provide a clean, safe, modern, well-maintained building.► INSPIRING QUOTE: 'When love and skill work together, expect a masterpiece.'► We are also the owners of Camelot Guest House (1 mile away) and Jefferson Guest house (next door) - Please check for availability there, too.► The owners, Arthur and Karla, improve their services by listening to guests' feedback. Arthur is graduated in engineering, advertising, and business. He has been in the rental business since the year 2000. Member of Salt Lake City Chamber of Commerce and Salt Palace Convention Center. Karla is a flight attendant for a major airline and travels all over the country.
Arthur speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish, and French. He has lived in or traveled to Mozambique, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Portugal, England, Spain, France, Czech Republic, and Germany.
Please note: taxes and fees are not included in the price.
conditions: ===================== CHECK-IN TIME ===================== (((((( 2PM )))))) ===================== BUILDING ENTRANCE CODE ===================== ((((((3425)))))) Please Read Carefully The Following Express 'self-check-in' Instructions and Then Print A Copy - Thank You ============================ WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU GET HERE ============================ PLEASE DO NOT KNOCK ON THE DOOR AFTER 10 PM (people may be sleeping); 1) PARKING: You can park on the gravel parking lot (west side of the building). If the parking lot is full, park in front of the building on 800 South Street (not on the driveway). 2) MAIN ENTRANCE DOOR: Go up the handicap ramp (on the west side of building) - the door will be on your left side. 3) ENTRANCE CODE TO BUILDING: (((((( 3425 )))))) (turn knob right). 4) IMPORTANT SIGNS: Please read and follow all the signs throughout the building. 5) ROOM NUMBER AND KEYBOX COMBINATION: Use your confirmation/booking number to get your room number and keybox combination from the quick check-in computer. 6) COMPUTER WITH FREE INTERNET ACCESS is located in the main entrance so you can double-check your e-mail. 7) LINEN: The bed will be made with clean linen or the linen will be in your room on top of your bed. 8) TOWELS: The room has one towel; you can rent extra towels for $1/towel, from management or the concierge. ===================== Check-in Time ===================== Check-in to your room ONLY AFTER 1 PM, unless with special permission- we need to prepare the room for you. ===================== Check-Out Time ===================== Check-out of your room NO LATER THAN 10AM to avoid a $40 extra charge to your card. If you need to stay longer, please E-mail us 24hrs in advance, so we can check availability. If you call and get our answering machine, then please checkout and wait in the lounge until we get hold of you. ===================== PAYMENT ===================== When you get to the guest house you do not need to pay- We have already charged your card, so we could E-mail your room number and entrance code. ===================== NOTICE TO CREDIT CARD HOLDER ===================== By submitting your credit card as a method of payment you are authorizing an approval to be secured on your credit card account for the amount of the booking including taxes and fees. ===================== NOTICE TO DEBIT CARD USER ===================== By submitting your debit card as a method of payment you are authorizing an approval to be secured on your checking account for the amount of the booking including taxes and fees. The amount of the approval will be deducted from your checking account and thus reduces your available balance. The management reserves the right to refuse services to anyone and will not be responsible for accidents or injury to guests or for loss of money, jewelry or valuables of any kind. A safe deposit box is available for the protection of the guests valuables. ===================== STUDENTS ===================== If your parents are paying for you, then we will require a $50 refundable deposit (three night minimum booking required) and credit card authorization form. ===================== NOTICE TO PREPAID CREDIT CARD USER ===================== If you are not paying with a credit card that has your name on it, then you'll need to pay an additional $50 refundable deposit, from 2pm to 9pm. Three night minimum booking required. ===================== KEY SAFE / HOW TO OPEN YOUR ROOM DOOR ===================== Your room has a key safe with a keypad; the keysafe is attached to the side of the entrance door. The key is inside the box- the door will not open automatically. a) Push in the buttons corresponding to your key code, slide down OPEN button, take the lid off and then use the attached key to open the door b) To put back the lid with the key- push in the buttons corresponding to your key code (again), slide down the OPEN button. Put the bottom of the lid in first. Note: If you make a mistake, then press the CLEAR button ===================== PRICES OF ITEMS IN THE ROOM ===================== In the room you will find the items listed bellow...if any of these items are not left in the room at the time of check-out then the following prices will apply: .Linen (top or bottom)= $10 .Pillow Case= $5 .Pillow= $5 .Towel= $5 .Blanket= $25 .Laundry basket= $5 .Trash Can= $5 .Alarm Clock= $10 .Fan= $15 FYI: You are liable for any of the above items not left in the room. If any of these items are missing we will charge your card. We check the rooms daily from 10 Am to 12 Pm before you check-in. $40 CHARGE: Will apply to your card if: 1-You do not follow check-in (checkout) instructions, or 2-Keep house rules. Enjoy your stay with us! Please note: taxes and fees are not included in the price.