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Kevin Dionne
Jun 29, 2026
I had a very disappointing experience with the Western Royal Plaza Hotel and Trade Center. Due to unforeseen circumstances, my family needed to cancel our reservation. When I contacted the hotel, the manager was extremely rude and unwilling to discuss any options. I was told, "I won't work with you, and I don't have to," and was informed that the hotel would keep the entire room charge.
As a result, I lost $653, and my daughter also lost approximately the same amount on her reservation. While I understand that hotels have cancellation policies, I expected at least some level of professionalism, courtesy, and willingness to discuss possible solutions.
The lack of customer service and compassion was very disappointing. Based on my experience, I would not recommend staying here and would encourage others to carefully review the cancellation policy before booking.
Please read the reviews before dealing with this motel.
JM
Jamie Madore
Jun 10, 2026
I recently stayed at the Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel & Trade Center in Marlborough, MA and found it to be a solid hotel with several strengths, along with a few areas that could use improvement.
Check-in was quick and easy, and every staff member I interacted with was friendly, professional, and accommodating. I even stopped by the front desk later to request travel-size toiletries, and they were happy to help.
The lobby is large, open, and clean, and the hotel offers several amenities including an indoor pool, fitness center, arcade area, outdoor patio, and the on-site All Star Bar & Grill. One thing I did notice was that the common areas felt unusually warm during my stay. Fortunately, the guest room itself was comfortable thanks to its individual climate control unit.
The room was spacious and included a mini fridge, coffee maker, and reliable Wi-Fi. The bed was comfortable, I slept well, and the internet connection was excellent throughout my stay. The bathroom had good lighting and plenty of hot water, but the bathtub showed signs of wear and could use repair or replacement. Housekeeping also missed a few details, as there were a couple of areas that weren't thoroughly cleaned.
If you're traveling with pets, be aware that pets are allowed for a fee, but there is currently no designated pet relief area. Given the size of the property, I think adding one would be a worthwhile improvement.
The highlight of my stay was definitely the complimentary hot breakfast. There was a great selection of eggs, breakfast meats, hash browns, fruit, breads, cereal, oatmeal, yogurt, coffee, and juice. Even more impressive was the breakfast staff. Food was constantly replenished, tables were cleaned quickly, and team members regularly checked on guests. The breakfast team provided some of the best service I experienced during my stay.
Checkout was simple and convenient, with options to check out either at the front desk or online.
Overall, this Best Western offers good value with comfortable rooms, excellent breakfast service, reliable Wi-Fi, and friendly staff. While I think there is room for improvement when it comes to housekeeping details, room maintenance, and climate control in the common areas, I would stay here again if I were visiting the area. It may not be my first choice, but it is a solid option for travelers looking for a hotel in Marlborough with free breakfast, an indoor pool, and professional customer service.