DUNDEE ARMS INN

We booked an Executive Room at the Dundee Arms, which is in the main building, as we had to book last minute for a family funeral. After checking in by an efficient and friendly staff person, we were shown to the room, and discovered very quickly that it was extreemly hot (27 C) and there was no evidence of a/c. After a discussion with the front desk staff person, we were informed that the intention had been to put the air conditioning unit in the window the previous weekend, but it had not been done. We were able to switch our room, definitely not an executive space, but it was clean, a comfortable bed, and lots of cupboard space - and a noisy, but working a/c unit. We were also compensated for the difference in the room price, although told that we would have to move to a different room in the morning. As it turned out, somehow when we went to get the key for the new room, we were able to stay in the room, but because we hadn't been notified, we'd packed everything up in anticipation of a move. We did appreciate the coffee available in the main building in the morning (there is in-room coffee, but it is truly awful), and knew beforehand that there was no breakfast service beyond that, but there are options in the immediate area. The staff were helpful - but next time, put in a/c units before the heat waves begin (they are starting earlier in the maritimes).

The location is perfect. Walking distance to everything. Parking looks terrible for historic Charlottetown in general. However the Dundee Arms has 5 parking places out front and apparently several in the back. You can leave your car there and just walk. The hotel is quaint. Our room was in the Annex because we had the Luxury Suite. It was very spacious and had a pull out sofa and a very comfortable bed in a separate bedroom. Some comments said the rooms were dated but I loved that they were. Beautiful dark wood furniture. It suits the hotel. There were a few negatives. You can get coffee in the morning, but there is a lovely dining area and I wish they would bring back the breakfast. I would be more inclined to stay here again if breakfast was offered. There were 2 air conditioners in the suite. They were much too noisy. I guess the positive would be you won't hear any outside noises. The bedroom windows face the road. There are great thick curtains to block light from the windows, but there is a half circle windows above the drapes. Since it is only covered by sheets, light pours in in the morning. I'd suggest covering this windows. There is plenty of other windows light to brighten the room. Our internet stopped working in the early evening and was still out in the morning. We were only there one night so it wasn't too much of an issue. There is no elevator to the 3rd floor of the Annex. We had carry on luggage so they were manageable. Still quite the climb. Large suitcases would not have been fun. The bathroom was clean and large with lots of toiletries provided. I would return for price and location.

Nice location near restaurants in the historical area of Charlottetown. Easy, quick drive to the harbour front. Comfortable , clean rooms. Bar wasn’t open so can’t comment on food or beverage service. Onsite parking.