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SLEEP SUITE MOTEL
Sleep Suite Motel clean, comfortable, friendly, price-effective
I t’s something of a hidden gem in Steinbach, but owners of the Sleep Suite Motel say it’s a great place to enjoy a night’s sleep. Locally owned and operated, the motel has seen renovations over the last couple of years, and Kaely Dyck , vice-president of operations, said they pride themselves on being clean, comfortable, friendly and price effective. The motel is located at 150 Park Road West and is owned by Robert and Arlene Dyck and Brian and Valerie Funk. Kaely Dyck and her brother-in-law Chris also own Smitty’s in Steinbach and several Winnipeg locations, businesses they bought from Robert Dyck. “People would know it as the same ownership of Smitty’s in Steinbach and Winnipeg,” she said. That local ownership makes a difference. “I think the benefit of that is we know the community very well,” she said. “We live in the community. We understand the community. The success of Steinbach, the people of Steinbach are all intertwined with our lives.” As business people, they also understand the needs of the local business community. “Their success is our success,” she said. “The success of the community is our success as well.” They partnered with Chez Koop for a new design logo and website, Print Studio One for their billboards and printables, Creative Print All for uniforms and pens, Plett Custom Windows for the blinds and Schalla Landscaping. The local ownership group has owned Sleep Suite Motel since 2021. Since then, they’ve been working hard to update the facility. They’ve made the reservation process simpler by improving the online component. Now finding out more about the motel and booking can be done at sleepsuitemotel.com. But renovations have also occupied much of their time. Infrastructure has been upgraded, flooring and bedding has been replaced, new curtains and draperies will be installed over the coming month. In each room amenities such as towels, coffee makers and even lamps have all been updated. And that’s all working to the goal of remaining clean, comfortable, friendly and price effective. Dyck said the exterior, which will be upgraded in the future, does little
to indicate what can be found inside. “If the only thing you know about the Sleep Suite Motel is from driving past it, you’re seeing the exterior of it, you’d probably be quite surprised at what the inside is like,” she said. Being locally owned and operated has its challenges. “Sometimes people know what to expect from chain hotels,” she said. “If you stay in one you know what to expect in the next city that has that same hotel.” She said sometimes people are surprised when they stay in the motel for the first time. All are impressed however, and Dyck said they constantly receive positive feedback. “We get a lot of feedback from people who are really impressed with the cleanliness, the convenience and the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff as well,” she said. Situated in easy walking distance from local amenities such as Smitty’s Family Restaurant and Lounge, and Clearspring Centre, a few minutes drive takes one to the local aquatic centre, golf course and the Mennonite Heritage Village. “We are a convenient location for those visiting Harv’s Air, Quarry Oaks or in town for sports tournaments,” she said. “You definitely can’t beat the location in terms of closeness to amenities. The motel is home to 49 rooms of eight room types ranging from single to family suites. “It can offer a lot more on the inside than the outside makes it look like,” she said. Rooms feature bathtubs with showers, coffee makers, complimentary Wi-Fi, free continental breakfast HD television, in room climate control, microwave and mini fridge. The motel also includes a barbecue area and boardroom. Catering is also available for the boardroom with breakfasts, lunches, coffee break and appetizers brought in from Smitty’s. Having a lower price-point is important for many who are visiting Steinbach for work, to visit family or to take part in sports tournaments or other activities around town. A staff of 24 helps operate the motel and are open and friendly. “We are always open to talking about what options we have,” she said. “If you haven’t checked us out in the last couple of years, I would encourage you to do that.” “People are surprised at how big it is, how nice it is on the
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