Sandman in Smithers is a good place to stay, but like many smaller properties, the front desk is not staffed 24hrs per day, and is showing signs of wear. When I first used the toilet, it took at least 10 minutes to fill. I eventually checked the tank and the flapper valve was not properly connected. Unfortunately, I was not able to fix it, so using the toilet required a bit of finagling if I wanted the tank to fill as it should. How could housekeeping not notice this and report it?
However, the Sandman is conveniently located, is right next to a Tim Horton’s, and has very comfortable beds. I will definitely stay there again.