Vancouver Austin Guesthouse

The room was basic, though I had my own bathroom, and the location was quiet and just right for what I needed. The owners were lovely, helpful, and thorough. I was glad I'd brought my own pillow, since there was only one in the room and the spare in the closet had no pillowcase. I'd stay again. Thanks!

They advertise laundry, but there isn't any, so you have to go to a laundromat. The room I was assigned wasn't the one listed, and they switched it on me twice. From day one, Kim was controlling about when to come in, leave, eat, and sleep. There are signs about everything, including a ban on cologne and a 10-minute shower limit. It felt like living in a jail, always walking on eggshells, and as if I was doing him a favor by staying there. Absolutely awful people and experience. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone.

I booked for five days, but left after just one night and got no refund. I hadn't realized until after booking that visitors weren't allowed, but the bigger problem was the host's rude attitude and the way she spoke to guests. She didn't listen to what anyone said and just kept talking about what she wanted. I was really disappointed with her and their attitude. Avoid booking here unless you want trouble with them.

The room was cold, and when I asked to turn it up from 17 to 20 degrees, the owner insisted 17 was the right temperature. The thermostats were all locked in boxes so nobody could adjust them, though I managed to raise it with my glasses. There was no soap or towels, and the bed had just one flat pillow, even though the sheets were clean. The owner was controlling and greedy, and made it feel like he was doing me a favor while not letting me use anything. This was a terrible stay. I'd rather pay the extra $50 for a proper hotel room. Not worth it, and I could say more, but I'll leave it there. Don't go.