[Photo courtesy of Gridskipper] 
The Chelsea Atlantic City is putting the finishing touches on its massive renovation, but two Little Birdys stopped by and did a little walk around. Here's what they had to say:

 Lobby had a nice open feeling.  There were two sitting sections.  Funky décor.  Chairs, bookshelves (either dark brown or black) with books, maybe some knicknacks.  Clean feeling though, not stuffy.  Sleek and clean, but comfortable and inviting.  Like a quirky aunt's apartment. I remember brown chairs (I think).  Feel like there was some bright/lawn green color down there.  But can't quite remember.  The sitting areas were colorful.  But tastefully done.  Lobby floor was white.  Black concierge/info desk.  Really friendly staff.  Very nice and accommodating.  

Upstairs, the hallways had funky wallpaper (it was a brown and white, or brown and tan, or brown and beige - floral motif), carpet was tan, dark brown, brown striped.  Dark brown doors for the rooms.

Inside the room, white sheets on the bed, sort of funky geometric, kind of swirly headboard (either dark brown or black)  The wallpaper was cool in there – think it was dark gray with gold etchings.  Flat screen tv, two white lamps – one on each end table on each side of the bed.  Kiehl's toiletries, mini bar area.  Room was dark in terms of colors, cool, cozy.  

Definitely had a funky boutique hotel feel.  In a good way though.  I really liked it.  Might change when people are actually there, depending on the crowd – but as a space, and based on what we saw, I liked it.  But you could still tell that it used to be a Holiday Inn. 

Unfortunately, the 5th Floor was not open for visitors, so we will have to wait a few more weeks to see Stephen, Matt and Paul's handywork. We are seriously on the edge of our seats. Seriously.