Stayed here last night for work. There used to be a minimum standard with travelodge and premier inn. Having worked away a lot over the years you knew what you were getting. Unfortunately it seems that doesn't apply to travelodge any more. I haven't marked them down on the fact that they're having work done on facade because it's necessary but the overwhelming damp smell through the hotel needs addressing. I am working on a long term project in the area and I wish I had spoken to other people on site as it seems this has been the issue for a while in fact one coworker told me when his company booked him in a short while ago there was water running down the back wall in reception. I would imagine there is no checks done on a regional level (or no adequate checks) It seems to me these days that the hotel seems to be a reflection of the town it's in (slough is rough). They should be a set standard regardless of location. That's how you maintain reputation.