[ARCHIVE to 2015] Hilton Sydney {AUS}
Jul 16, 2015, 6:17 pm
#1096
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: ORD
Programs: AA EXP >3 Million miles,HH Lifetime Diamond
Posts: 2,887
Yeah, its extraordinary, much more expensive than Sheraton, Westin etc. (nearly 2x Westin on a recent date I looked at in September)
Anybody know why they are in such high demand? Conferences?
I mean, its not like the hotel or rooms are that special for the price charged.
Anybody know why they are in such high demand? Conferences?
I mean, its not like the hotel or rooms are that special for the price charged.
There are lots of conferences, and there are many airline crews that stay there, Emirates, among others. There are always crew in the lobby when I am there. Rates do vary a bit, so I have always found its best to keep checking even after a booking to see if the rate has changed. It could be that the conference holds a number of rooms, and releases what they dont need at some point. The base rooms are less than special for the the price charged, as there is barely more for 2 persons and luggage. The relaxation suites are nice, and I have enjoyed stays in them at different sides of the hotel. You can be sure the crews and conferences will pay less than the rest of us.
Jul 21, 2015, 10:16 pm
#1097
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: Australia
Programs: QFF LTG , HHD
Posts: 1,207
I have checked into Hilton Sydney (in the EL) and have been given a Welcome letter addressed to HH Diamond members which lists one of the VIP benefits as "Complimentary Full Buffet breakfast at glass brasserie". It appears to have changed back, at least for Diamonds, or I have a very old letter. 
No upgrade though.
No upgrade though.
Jul 21, 2015, 10:18 pm
#1098
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Join Date: Jun 2000
Location: Sunny SYDNEY!
Programs: UA Million Miler. (1.9M) Virgin Platinum. HH Diamond + SPG Gold
Posts: 32,330
I have checked into Hilton Sydney (in the EL) and have been given a Welcome letter addressed to HH Diamond members which lists one of the VIP benefits as "Complimentary Full Buffet breakfast at glass brasserie".
It appears to have changed back, at least for Diamonds, or I have a very old letter.
No upgrade though.I am still waiting for the poster above to let on where the $A169 rates came from post above?
Jul 22, 2015, 2:58 am
#1099
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Houston
Programs: UA GS 2.6MM & Lifetime UC, Qantas Platinum, Hilton Lifetime Diamond, Bonvoy Platinum, HawaiianMiles
Posts: 8,694
I have checked into Hilton Sydney (in the EL) and have been given a Welcome letter addressed to HH Diamond members which lists one of the VIP benefits as "Complimentary Full Buffet breakfast at glass brasserie". It appears to have changed back, at least for Diamonds, or I have a very old letter. No upgrade though.
No upgrade though.
Jul 22, 2015, 4:11 am
#1100
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: SYD / TYO
Programs: QF Gold, OZ Dia, HH Dia, SPG Plat25, MR Plat, Hertz PC, Sixt Plat
Posts: 204
As an HH Gold though, I wasnt given breakfast in Glass, and the rate was $29 AUD. I was given lounge access however.
I have to say though that I thought the service here was especially good, with staff that went out of their way to assist and greet. I would stay again, but only on a decent rate, as regular rates appear to be overinflated when compared with other CBD properties.
Jul 22, 2015, 4:57 am
#1101
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Christchurch, New Zealand
Programs: NZ Elite; QF Platinum; CZ Gold; MU Platinum; Marriott Titanium; Accor Platinum
Posts: 1,467
thanks
Jul 22, 2015, 4:59 am
#1102
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: SYD / TYO
Programs: QF Gold, OZ Dia, HH Dia, SPG Plat25, MR Plat, Hertz PC, Sixt Plat
Posts: 204
Jul 22, 2015, 5:27 pm
#1103
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: Australia
Programs: QFF LTG , HHD
Posts: 1,207
I have checked into Hilton Sydney (in the EL) and have been given a Welcome letter addressed to HH Diamond members which lists one of the VIP benefits as "Complimentary Full Buffet breakfast at glass brasserie". It appears to have changed back, at least for Diamonds, or I have a very old letter. No upgrade though.
No upgrade though.
Jul 23, 2015, 6:10 am
#1104
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Austin
Programs: AA EXP +2MM- LT PLT! HH Diamond
Posts: 6,087
I'm usually happy with breakfast in the EL but, in the interests of scientific research, I presented myself at glass this morning. There was no query from the receptionist but I confirmed that, as a Diamond, my breakfast was complimentary. She wrote on the card they place on your table that it was "complimentary diamond". Breakfast was much the same as previously, very good, and we were still charged extra for specialty coffee and a pot of tea. Sad that bit has not changed. I'll endeavour to ask what the situation is with regard to Golds when I'm in the Lounge in the next day or two. So it looks like normal practice has been resumed, for Diamonds anyway.
Jul 23, 2015, 6:17 am
#1105
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: SYD
Programs: UA Premier Gold (*G), IHG Platinum & Hyatt Discoverist
Posts: 1,456
That's a very good rate for the Hilton Sydney compared to even most corporate rates. Good to know, thanks!
Jul 23, 2015, 6:24 am
#1106
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Houston
Programs: UA GS 2.6MM & Lifetime UC, Qantas Platinum, Hilton Lifetime Diamond, Bonvoy Platinum, HawaiianMiles
Posts: 8,694
Jul 23, 2015, 6:33 am
#1107
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Austin
Programs: AA EXP +2MM- LT PLT! HH Diamond
Posts: 6,087
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Jul 23, 2015, 6:36 am
#1108
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Houston
Programs: UA GS 2.6MM & Lifetime UC, Qantas Platinum, Hilton Lifetime Diamond, Bonvoy Platinum, HawaiianMiles
Posts: 8,694
Jul 23, 2015, 6:48 am
#1109
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: Australia
Programs: QFF LTG , HHD
Posts: 1,207
That they charge $5.00 more on an already expensive breakfast is the issue.
Jul 23, 2015, 6:53 am
#1110
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Houston
Programs: UA GS 2.6MM & Lifetime UC, Qantas Platinum, Hilton Lifetime Diamond, Bonvoy Platinum, HawaiianMiles
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If the tea comes out of the pots they carry round it is included. If they make you your own fresh pot with leaf tea of your choice rather than teabags you pay an extra $5.00. If you value your tea the individual pot sort, not tired old stewed muck, wins out. Same goes for coffee. Expresso, latte, cappuccino etc you pay extra compared with the stewing pot.
That they charge $5.00 more on an already expensive breakfast is the issue.
That they charge $5.00 more on an already expensive breakfast is the issue.
