Originally Posted by
narsil
[MENTION=83541]Ross0[/MENTION] Thanks a bunch for the comparison you posted on the
Conrad Tokyo FT thread. I came here looking exactly for something like that as I plan on spending a night or two at the Conrad Osaka and then on to the Conrad Tokyo as well (also HH Diamond).
To summarize, your opinion is that the breakfast at the Conrad Osaka is a better experience, and the rooms are more modern. If you were to return, would you prefer the Conrad Osaka based on your experience and the room upgrade provided?
Any other thoughts you have on how the hotels compare?
Breakfast: I found the breakfast offerings comparable, but Conrad Tokyo had a few more Japanese and Chinese food options that weren't present in Conrad Osaka. Conrad O wins in the staff category (F&B manager JD was awesome). My sample size and time of year may not be representative, but based on my visits, Conrad O wins on overall experience as Conrad T just could not handle the crowds.
Hard Product: Conrad O trumps Conrad T. Conrad O is newer, more modern, better shape/condition. Premium view room at Conrad O was significantly larger than Exec room at Conrad T. Osaka room features were superior. I thought the public areas of Conrad O (e.g., restaurant spaces, lobby, spa/fitness center/locker rooms etc.) were far superior to Conrad T.