Conrad London St. James {GBR}
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#2
Join Date: Oct 2014
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We are planning on staying at the Conrad in May using points. We will be visiting all the main tourist spots and the location seems convenient. After reading some of the reviews I am wondering if it is the best choice. One of us has Diamond status if that makes any difference. All of the hotels are available except the Biltmore Mayfair. Any suggestions?
Thanks!
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Join Date: Nov 2010
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We are planning on staying at the Conrad in May using points. We will be visiting all the main tourist spots and the location seems convenient. After reading some of the reviews I am wondering if it is the best choice. One of us has Diamond status if that makes any difference. All of the hotels are available except the Biltmore Mayfair. Any suggestions?
Thanks!
Thanks!
#6
Join Date: Aug 2010
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Just returned from a 3 night stay ..first time at this hotel many times other HH properties in London. Was a bit apprehensive given some of the he reviews. Was on points so didn't expect much. Room was small on the top floor..was it an upgrade? but nicely appointed and large bath with separate shower and tub. Turn down service and some nice candies at night. A bit surprised there was no managers note or welcome basket that we usually receive as diamond but not a showstopper.
Loved the location. Across from the tube, bus number 24 a block away on Victoria runs 24 hours past parliament Westminster Abbey Trafalgar square and into the heart of theatreland. A couple of tube stops from museums in South Kensington. Walked to Buckingham palace and Queens Gallery and up through st James park to shopping on jermyn and regent.
Staff was very helpful and accommodating from the moment we entered the hotel and had our bags in our hands immediately. It was a good first impression. We have walked into many hotels where there was no one at the door and ir no greeting. Breakfast in the restaurant was good with a nice selection including service.they do need to invest in a toaster that customers can use instead of having to bring toast to the table. Lounge was nice and I liked the individual serving of appetizers in three tiered tea trays to each table to help control movement and queues in the space.
Much preferred the location and service to the Hilton on park lane for instance.
And don't forget to ask for the English bulldog Conrad stuffed animals. They are adorable.
Loved the location. Across from the tube, bus number 24 a block away on Victoria runs 24 hours past parliament Westminster Abbey Trafalgar square and into the heart of theatreland. A couple of tube stops from museums in South Kensington. Walked to Buckingham palace and Queens Gallery and up through st James park to shopping on jermyn and regent.
Staff was very helpful and accommodating from the moment we entered the hotel and had our bags in our hands immediately. It was a good first impression. We have walked into many hotels where there was no one at the door and ir no greeting. Breakfast in the restaurant was good with a nice selection including service.they do need to invest in a toaster that customers can use instead of having to bring toast to the table. Lounge was nice and I liked the individual serving of appetizers in three tiered tea trays to each table to help control movement and queues in the space.
Much preferred the location and service to the Hilton on park lane for instance.
And don't forget to ask for the English bulldog Conrad stuffed animals. They are adorable.
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Join Date: Jan 2001
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Wow! I didn't know I could ask for a bulldog despite a few stays there. Will definitely do next time, although I am worried it might attack one of the other Conrad bears on my windowsill ...
#10
Join Date: Mar 2017
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Just returned from a 3 night stay ..first time at this hotel many times other HH properties in London. Was a bit apprehensive given some of the he reviews. Was on points so didn't expect much. Room was small on the top floor..was it an upgrade? but nicely appointed and large bath with separate shower and tub. Turn down service and some nice candies at night. A bit surprised there was no managers note or welcome basket that we usually receive as diamond but not a showstopper.
Loved the location. Across from the tube, bus number 24 a block away on Victoria runs 24 hours past parliament Westminster Abbey Trafalgar square and into the heart of theatreland. A couple of tube stops from museums in South Kensington. Walked to Buckingham palace and Queens Gallery and up through st James park to shopping on jermyn and regent.
Staff was very helpful and accommodating from the moment we entered the hotel and had our bags in our hands immediately. It was a good first impression. We have walked into many hotels where there was no one at the door and ir no greeting. Breakfast in the restaurant was good with a nice selection including service.they do need to invest in a toaster that customers can use instead of having to bring toast to the table. Lounge was nice and I liked the individual serving of appetizers in three tiered tea trays to each table to help control movement and queues in the space.
Much preferred the location and service to the Hilton on park lane for instance.
And don't forget to ask for the English bulldog Conrad stuffed animals. They are adorable.
Loved the location. Across from the tube, bus number 24 a block away on Victoria runs 24 hours past parliament Westminster Abbey Trafalgar square and into the heart of theatreland. A couple of tube stops from museums in South Kensington. Walked to Buckingham palace and Queens Gallery and up through st James park to shopping on jermyn and regent.
Staff was very helpful and accommodating from the moment we entered the hotel and had our bags in our hands immediately. It was a good first impression. We have walked into many hotels where there was no one at the door and ir no greeting. Breakfast in the restaurant was good with a nice selection including service.they do need to invest in a toaster that customers can use instead of having to bring toast to the table. Lounge was nice and I liked the individual serving of appetizers in three tiered tea trays to each table to help control movement and queues in the space.
Much preferred the location and service to the Hilton on park lane for instance.
And don't forget to ask for the English bulldog Conrad stuffed animals. They are adorable.
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I just feel the Waldorf has more to offer than the Conrad ...... the Conrad is very nice and modern and the Executive lounge is good too but to me thats kinda where the story ends.
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Yes, me too......I much prefer the Waldorf, I love the buzzy atmosphere of the lobby but for me it has a great gym and spa .
I just feel the Waldorf has more to offer than the Conrad ...... the Conrad is very nice and modern and the Executive lounge is good too but to me thats kinda where the story ends.
I just feel the Waldorf has more to offer than the Conrad ...... the Conrad is very nice and modern and the Executive lounge is good too but to me thats kinda where the story ends.
It also has an undeniable charm and character to it.
The Conrad is a very nice hotel though...Having a Tube station across the street is a huge bonus for me.