AVOID AT ALL COST! Waking up to the unpleasant sounds of screeching metal tubes and the laughter of inconsiderate workers. These disturbances had nothing to do with the letter left in my room, which merely advised of window washing for a brief period of around 5 minutes. Unbelievable behaviour from hotel management, deceptive practices, handling the situation poorly, keeping the truth hidden from paying customers. They could have provided prior notification during the booking process or at check-in, but unfortunately, not a single word was uttered. Considering the exorbitant rate of $400 per night for a cramped room with minimal space to move around, coupled with the inability to control the temperature, I find it difficult to justify spending my money at this establishment in the future. Needless to say, I will never return to the Strand Hotel, and I strongly ADVISE AGAINST booking a stay here. The hotel's management is engaging in deceptive practices, and it is not an establishment I would recommend to anyone.