Fairmont Winnipeg

Stayed at the Fairmont in Wpg, when we arrived for check in the computers where down so could not check us in. I had an appointment I needed to be at. Was given a complimentary drink card, which we couldn’t use at the time as needed to get to my appointment. Hotel called when check in was up and running. Was able to get in our room after my appointment. Area to pull up in front of hotel very congested! No place to stop vehicle while checking in. Our room was clean, tub wouldn’t drain, toilet handle would stick so toilet would run, carpet stained. Never mentioned the toilet or tub not draining till check out, and never received an apology or anything. Just an Ok! We decided to attend the lounge after the concert we went to. Lounge was full, so asked the server if we could have drinks just outside the lounge in the chairs just outside the door. She responded with a yes, but don’t know if or when I get to serve you! Needless to say we didn’t stay to not be served. On a good note, the bed was very comfortable.

This is not the typical Canadian Fairmont. It is from the 60s and needs a refresh. Service was great. The room was good, but, not the extras that is expected from a luxury brand. The bed was comfortable. WIFI was free and worked well for email. My room was on the 7th floor and faced the street, the noise from the street woke me up in the night. There are better places to stay in Winnipeg for the same price.

I stayed at the Fairmont in a two bed corner room while attending a family wedding in Winnipeg. The staff at the hotel are polite, friendly and helpful. The bed was comfortable although an extra blanket would be nice. I was shocked to see the condition of the room. The carpet was stained in places, furniture was scuffed and nicked and there were scuff marks on the wall. When I tried to hang up my bath towel on the only available towel bar, it came away from the wall. As well, I found a hair in the bathtub. Not what I was expecting from a Fairmont brand hotel. This room needs to be refurbished before being put back in circulation.

“Thank you for choosing us to be a part of your Elton John Experience - we hope your stay is filled with sequins, sunglasses and memories to last a lifetime!” This sentiment was in a beautiful card that was waiting in our room along with a yellow brick & delectable cookies artfully arranged when we returned from the #farewellyellowbrickroad concert. Fantastic touch to a wonderful weekend concert experience. Thank you Fairmont!

Fairmont in Winnipeg is right on Portage & Main the hub of the city. Close to the Forks, ball park - nice hotel. Parking and traffic can be an issue on some day and times but otherwise recommend to all