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Vol. 5 Edition 28
Retro Suites earns accolades By Bruce Corcoran bruce@chathamvoice.com
Chatham’s Retro Suites Hotel just keeps earning rave reviews. It garnered Trip Advisor’s Travellers’ Choice award for the sixth straight year. Pete Tsrimbis, general manager of the hotel and the accompanying Chilled Cork restaurant, attributes the high rating to the efforts of the staff. “It’s really a testament to how conscientious our team is. They’re passionate and really caring,” he said. “It really does take a small village to accompany this.” Tsrimbis added the unique elements of Retro Suites, from its one-of-akind rooms to jaw-dropping art and decor, add appeal. “It’s certainly eclectic and unique,” he said. “The antiques and artwork really keeps this intensity. You never get bored.” The decor also evolves, Tsrimbis said, as the artwork and conversation
pieces are swapped out. There are mainstays, however, such as paintings by Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood, the original Ken and Barbie mannequins and the huge toy soldiers that once stood on display at FAO Schwarz. “There’s something for everyone,” Tsrimbis said. “A 75 year old may see an antique and have a little nostalgia from his or her childhood. And a child can come in and be curious about the same piece.” Tsrimbis said earning the accolades doesn’t get old. “The staff is always evolving and striving to reach new heights,” he said. “The current team is the best we’ve ever had. Chatham produces great energetic service industry professionals.” The staff isn’t the only thing evolving, as renovations recently were completed on four of the hotel’s 45 suites. Tsrimbis said another three or four will be revamped in the next year.
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