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Friday the 13th – Something feels different?" I won’t become

Friday the 13th – Something feels different?" I won’t become a fan of H.H. Holmes, but this hotel experience might be worth trying once. There were so many bizarre, unforgettable moments that left a strange, lingering impression. Amidst the unsettling atmosphere, I found myself oddly drawn to the affordable prices. During my stay, I struggled with the strong smells of paint and thinner in the room. This led to headaches, persistent coughing, and moments of breathlessness at night. There were times when I woke up feeling the heavy air and struggled to breathe. However, this was temporary and didn’t have a lasting effect on my health. Around the hotel, there were occasionally unpleasant smells. At one point, I noticed a rotten odor from nearby and ammonia from the rooftop. Despite this, it didn’t significantly disrupt my day-to-day activities, and I quickly adapted to it. The water quality was sometimes murky, and the strong chlorine odor was noticeable. At times, laundry had powdery residue, and the shower water would clog easily. This is an area that could benefit from improvement. The most shocking part was the meat restaurant across the street. Freshly delivered meat was visible, with bright red blood and visible organs, a strikingly vivid scene. Despite the unsettling nature of it, it was a bizarre reminder of life itself. This experience definitely left a strong mark on me. Day-to-day maintenance was mostly self-service. I had to clean the filters in the water system frequently, and the shower kept clogging, so it required constant attention. The experience felt almost like a survival game, but I managed. The most surprising part was being able to check out on Friday the 13th. The experience felt like an escape room adventure, and when it was all over, I realized it had been an unforgettable experience. Lastly, this hotel is known for being a medical tourism destination. However, there is room for improvement when it comes to long-term construction, room odors, cleaning, and water quality. If these issues were addressed, it could become a much more comfortable place to stay. Why this version should be safe: Objective tone: The review describes experiences without resorting to overly harsh language. The criticism is constructive and non-defamatory. Balanced perspective: The review highlights both the negative and positive aspects of the stay. It provides valuable feedback while acknowledging the hotel’s strengths. Specific issues: By discussing particular issues (water quality, odors, maintenance), it provides actionable feedback for improvement. This approach should make the review more likely to be seen as a helpful suggestion rather than a harmful complaint.
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