Helpwanted This is the question raised by a blog reader from Norway:

"After reading about the conflicts at the hotel, I have a very simple question. I was planning to stay three nights at Chelsea in July, but my impression is that this will mean putting money into the hands of greedy barbarians. Am I right? And if so, could you recommend a better alternative?"

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4 responses to “To Stay or Not To Stay?”

  1. Fabio Avatar
    Fabio

    hey ed,
    hope everything’s fine.
    I always keep in touch with the news reading your blog, and think very
    often about our stay ay the chelsea.
    I just read the june 28 issue, about the norwegian traveller who’s
    asking himself if he should come or not. please tell him that I do
    believe that people like us must keep on coming, in order to meet
    people like you and all the other long-time residents, and thus
    understanding what the -chelsea hotel- spirit is, and talk about it
    once back in their countries.
    that is not much, but still it counts, I believe, to keep the flame
    alive.
    anyway, as long as claire, the kids and I are concerned, we didn’t
    regret a second to have come, and do look forward to coming back as
    soon as possible!
    take care
    ciao!
    fabio

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  2. Terri Stoor Avatar
    Terri Stoor

    I think you have to come, even at the risk of continuing to support Krauss, et al. I brought my daughter a few months ago. How can I tell her about the Chelsea unless she experiences it for herself? And God forbid they ever succeed in turning this place into just another hotel . . . you’ll be so glad you didn’t miss the real thing. We’re coming back in the fall, just to be there again, feel the hotel around us. If you can stay at the Chelsea, by all means, do.

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  3. Lyn Avatar
    Lyn

    My daughter Emily and I had a great time staying at the Chelsea. It is a beautiful and unique place and the residents I met were so friendly and fun. Storme even sang a little for us “what a rare treat!”. The location is superb, you can easily get to anywhere in the city. I gave Elder my evil look when I saw him. Please do not hesitate to stay at this remarkable hotel.

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  4. Bring Back the Bards Avatar
    Bring Back the Bards

    Please come, and do something to show your support for the Bards and the spirit they fostered.
    Bring Back the Bards!!!!

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