Park Hyatt Busan - REVIEW - MASTER THREAD
Jul 22, 2013, 5:15 am
#17
Join Date: Sep 2011
Programs: Delta PM, Hyatt - L. Dia. Hilton Dia. Priority Club Plat.
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Did not have the Living room brunch, but will try it next Sunday. Walked through there around 9:30 on the way to 32nd floor dining room and it was busy.
I wonder if the brunch is comped for Diamonds like the other breakfast? Guess I will find out. Fresh squeezed juices are wonderful. ^
I wonder if the brunch is comped for Diamonds like the other breakfast? Guess I will find out. Fresh squeezed juices are wonderful. ^
Jul 23, 2013, 9:46 am
#18
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: All the wrong places..
Programs: SQ TPP, BA Gold, Hyatt Life Glob, SPG/Marriott Life Plat,
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Sep 14, 2013, 5:50 pm
#19
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The Sunday brunch is 93,000 won and it's definitely not comped. Is it worth it? Maybe to some but I like a better variety of hot to cold dishes and more than one beverage for the meal.
Sep 15, 2013, 1:40 pm
#20
Join Date: Dec 2000
Location: HKG
Programs: AA 3MM EXP, SQ Solitaire, LH SEN, CX DM, Hyatt CC, Marriott LT Titanium
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I stayed here for 2 nights June... was upgraded to the diplomat suite, which was stunning... In terms of hardware, the hotel itself and the rooms were fantastic, but as some has mentioned, the service was a bit of a hit and miss... The thing I didn't like was that the concierge was on the lobby floor, which was at the top of the building.... On the ground floor where the entrance is, there was only a bellman's desk.. However, a lot of guests, including myself, used that desk as if they were the concierge, asking questions about where to go eat, what to do, transportation arrangement, etc... I give them credit for trying, but their English wasn't that best, and their knowledge of those subjects were quite poor... They should just relocate their concierge desk down to the ground floor...
Sep 18, 2013, 1:05 am
#21
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Okinawa
Posts: 2,611
I stayed here for 2 nights June... was upgraded to the diplomat suite, which was stunning... In terms of hardware, the hotel itself and the rooms were fantastic, but as some has mentioned, the service was a bit of a hit and miss... The thing I didn't like was that the concierge was on the lobby floor, which was at the top of the building.... On the ground floor where the entrance is, there was only a bellman's desk.. However, a lot of guests, including myself, used that desk as if they were the concierge, asking questions about where to go eat, what to do, transportation arrangement, etc... I give them credit for trying, but their English wasn't that best, and their knowledge of those subjects were quite poor... They should just relocate their concierge desk down to the ground floor...
Oct 6, 2013, 11:39 am
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The spa can be hit or miss too. Wife had different therapists with varying results. It's a small facility and was packed to the gills on Thursday with kids and families. Noise hell.
Oct 13, 2013, 11:33 pm
#25
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Umeå, Sweden
Programs: TK*G, SK*S, HH Gold, Marriott Gold
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Charge for using the swimming pool?
I just booked an "opening special"-rate for the upcoming weekend. Some of the more expensive rates came with free access to the health club. Does anyone know if this means that it otherwise costs money to use the pool / gym? If so, how much?
Oct 15, 2013, 12:23 am
#26
Join Date: Dec 2000
Location: HKG
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Stayed again right before the Busan International Film Festival... No change since my previous stay, but the hotel was pretty full and there was at least a half hour wait for a table at breakfast in the morning when we went around 8:30am..
On a separate note, I went with my parents who were staying in a separate room booked under my name. But at checkout, was only given free breakfast for the room I was staying in and they said it was hotel policy that the DM/CC breakfast was only for the cardholder's room...
On a separate note, I went with my parents who were staying in a separate room booked under my name. But at checkout, was only given free breakfast for the room I was staying in and they said it was hotel policy that the DM/CC breakfast was only for the cardholder's room...
Oct 15, 2013, 1:07 am
#27
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Okinawa
Posts: 2,611
Stayed again right before the Busan International Film Festival... No change since my previous stay, but the hotel was pretty full and there was at least a half hour wait for a table at breakfast in the morning when we went around 8:30am..
On a separate note, I went with my parents who were staying in a separate room booked under my name. But at checkout, was only given free breakfast for the room I was staying in and they said it was hotel policy that the DM/CC breakfast was only for the cardholder's room...
On a separate note, I went with my parents who were staying in a separate room booked under my name. But at checkout, was only given free breakfast for the room I was staying in and they said it was hotel policy that the DM/CC breakfast was only for the cardholder's room...
2 During periods of high demand access to the Regency Club or Grand Club lounge may not be available; therefore Diamond members will receive 2,500 bonus points per stay plus daily complimentary full breakfast inclusive of one entrée (or standard breakfast buffet), juice and coffee (tax, gratuity and service charges included) for each registered guest in the room, maximum four (4) people.
Nov 5, 2013, 3:37 pm
#28
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Okinawa
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Just had a great stay. This place is so much nicer than the Westin it's not even funny. We tried both. I had been to Busan many times but always stayed downtown.
The first night a double bed was not available. I had booked a king but requested a double at the time of booking. I realized there was a chance that would happen and the hotel did everything they could to accommodate us even bringing a second bed in the room. It wasn't that big of a deal and the next day we were able to be changed to a double bed!
We had a dinner at the 32nd floor while staying at the hotel and the service was amateur. Not what I'd expect for spending nearly $250. I could tell the waitstaff was trying hard and I realize the hotel just opened this year, but service certainly wasn't as polished as I'd expect at a Park Hyatt. This was limited to the restaurant because the service in the rest of the hotel was excellent.
I will definitely be back again and look forward to the staff in the restaurants getting more polished.
The first night a double bed was not available. I had booked a king but requested a double at the time of booking. I realized there was a chance that would happen and the hotel did everything they could to accommodate us even bringing a second bed in the room. It wasn't that big of a deal and the next day we were able to be changed to a double bed!
We had a dinner at the 32nd floor while staying at the hotel and the service was amateur. Not what I'd expect for spending nearly $250. I could tell the waitstaff was trying hard and I realize the hotel just opened this year, but service certainly wasn't as polished as I'd expect at a Park Hyatt. This was limited to the restaurant because the service in the rest of the hotel was excellent.
I will definitely be back again and look forward to the staff in the restaurants getting more polished.
Jan 1, 2014, 7:38 am
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Just had a great stay. This place is so much nicer than the Westin it's not even funny. We tried both. I had been to Busan many times but always stayed downtown.
The first night a double bed was not available. I had booked a king but requested a double at the time of booking. I realized there was a chance that would happen and the hotel did everything they could to accommodate us even bringing a second bed in the room. It wasn't that big of a deal and the next day we were able to be changed to a double bed!
We had a dinner at the 32nd floor while staying at the hotel and the service was amateur. Not what I'd expect for spending nearly $250. I could tell the waitstaff was trying hard and I realize the hotel just opened this year, but service certainly wasn't as polished as I'd expect at a Park Hyatt. This was limited to the restaurant because the service in the rest of the hotel was excellent.
I will definitely be back again and look forward to the staff in the restaurants getting more polished.
The first night a double bed was not available. I had booked a king but requested a double at the time of booking. I realized there was a chance that would happen and the hotel did everything they could to accommodate us even bringing a second bed in the room. It wasn't that big of a deal and the next day we were able to be changed to a double bed!
We had a dinner at the 32nd floor while staying at the hotel and the service was amateur. Not what I'd expect for spending nearly $250. I could tell the waitstaff was trying hard and I realize the hotel just opened this year, but service certainly wasn't as polished as I'd expect at a Park Hyatt. This was limited to the restaurant because the service in the rest of the hotel was excellent.
I will definitely be back again and look forward to the staff in the restaurants getting more polished.