OP's budget should allow pretty good suites
Originally Posted by
LondonElite
The Ritz's dress code has actually been relaxed in the last few years.
I frequently stay at the Oriental in Bangkok, and they used to have a policy of no shorts in the lobby. A few years ago that changed to a 'smart dress' code after 1800 (meaning no shorts, t shirts, no open shoes, etc).
Originally Posted by
Kagehitokiri
speaking of dress codes, i just noticed this in london
savoy >
Originally Posted by
mike_la_jolla
[feb 2012] I checked in. Then I got hassled...I could not get across the lobby without being stopped by security.
Originally Posted by
Pierre&Cédric
in 1999...Each time we were going out and crossing the lobby wearing blue jeans we were approached by Security.
as of nov 2013 ritz might be less strict than savoy >
http://www.theritzlondon.com/Dinner-Restaurant.html
Palm Court and during lunch and dinner service in The Ritz Restaurant. In these areas gentlemen are required to wear a jacket and tie whilst jeans are not permitted. In all other areas of the Hotel, including The Rivoli Bar and during breakfast service in The Ritz Restaurant gentlemen are not required to wear a jacket and tie, and may also wear jeans. However, trainers and sportswear are not permitted in any public area of the Hotel.
compared to >
http://www.fairmont.com/savoy-london/dining/savoygrill/
Smart trainers and denim are acceptable.
prior change was summer 2012
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/dinin...l#post23255262
Last edited by Kagehitokiri; Dec 31, 2014 at 10:27 am