Originally Posted by jkfb1
What was I expecting - for them to fix the problem.
You wanted them to fix a sewage problem while you STAYED in the same room. I'd certainly want to change rooms if they'd be opening up the pipes.
Besides, it's unlikely something could be done to "fix" that problem. What you could have/should have done is put a folded and damp face cloth over the drains in that bathroom (sink and tub). THat is likely the route that the stench is coming from.
Myself - I ALWAYS travel with a few very thin rubber 4" x 4" square pieces for this very reason. Just drop them on the drains, and smell doesn't enter. I use these sometimes in both Europe and Asia.
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