Positive Reviews
positive:
Location perfect for Atlantic City sightseers.
Situated just seconds from the Atlantic City Boardwalk, guests praise The Annex at The Chelsea for its central location. Past guests have enjoyed being close to many of the city's attractions, including Boardwalk Hall and the famed casinos at The Atlantic, Tropicana, and Caesars.
positive:
Hotel swimming pools draw rave reactions.
Each of the hotel's swimming pools has garnered much praise from past guests, who particularly enjoy the saltwater spa pool located at the foot of the hotel. Guests also praise the rooftop pool, and report enjoying the Saturday pool party hosted there.
positive:
Balconied rooms with pool view receive praise.
Guests staying in rooms with a balcony and pool view report enjoying the setting, which they describe as pleasant and relaxing. Unfortunately, not all balconies offer such a splendid view.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Hotel conditions suggest overhaul needed.
Reports suggest that The Annex at The Chelsea is in need of an upgrade. Past guests have expressed disappointment at the condition of the hotel, which is said to feature outdated amenities and worn furnishings. Common criticisms include worn furnishings, outdated bathrooms, musty bedrooms, leaky air conditioning, and general wear and tear.
negative:
Cleanliness can be an issue.
A number of hotel guests report experiencing cleanliness issues during their stay. In addition to dirty linens and dusty furnishings, guests have also reported problems with pests and concerns regarding mold and mildew.
negative:
Elevator ride proves creepy for some.
Several guests staying at the hotel have described the building's elevator as scary and creepy. Suggestions that this is an old freight elevator are unsubstantiated, but the slowness of the device and its delayed door opening certainly prove alarming to some.