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Old Dec 7, 2015, 11:55 pm
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HaikoW
 
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Amsterdam
Programs: EK Platinum, FB Ulti PFL, Marriott Ambassador, IHG Spire RA
Posts: 70
Intercontinental Johannesburg O.R. Tambo airport

What is your IHG Rewards Club status?
Spire Royal Ambassador

Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes

Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked executive room and was not upgraded

How are the rooms?
Around 45sqm, corner room
Elegant interior design.
Bedroom with very comfortable bed
Bathroom with bathtub, walk-in rain forest shower, two sinks and small toilet
Flat screen television set with moderate selection of international channels
Bose wave system, Kettle, Nespresso machine
Very quiet

How is the exec. lounge?
No Access, not sure if there is one

What was your welcome gift?
Selection card at arrival and a business card holder in the room

Did you receive fruit in the room?
2 apples and a 33cl bottle of lemonade on a plate

What was good and what was bad?

GOOD
- Very attentive staff and speedy laundry service
- Elegant decor and atmosphere
- Nice breakfast selection
- Directly opposite international arrivals

BAD
- No room upgrade (although the lady at check-in told me this was an upgraded room)
- Internet very slow

Value for $ or IHG Rewards Club Points? Would you return?
Only if I have a reason to stay at the airport. IC Sandton has better value, location and RA recognition

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