Bahrain
Were you (or for multi-stayers are you generally) happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes (stayed here many times)

Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
Booked King Exec, received InterContinental Club Suite on 11th floor

How are the rooms?
Newly renovated and a lot brighter than a few years ago (same small windows but that can't change!). Living room area with couch, chairs, coffee table, small round dining table, half bath, mini bar, Nespresso machine. Only coffee cups, no wine glasses or other glasses (I'm sure I could have asked, though). Bedroom with king bed, desk, large full bathroom. Minimal toiletries provided because of covid, but could request anything. Plenty of closet and storage space.
Housekeeping came every day (and not just on request).

How is the exec. lounge?
7th floor lounge is still closed because of Covid. Club Breakfast was available in one of the restaurants (until Bahrain shutdown again) or from room service (can pre-order the night before). Club Lounge Happy Hour was available in the Noor Lounge from 6 to 8pm. They brought out some cold and hot appetizers and any beverages.

After Bahrain closed down bars, restaurants, pools, etc, again on 27 May, the Club Lounge HH was served from Room Service. First day or two, it was served in plastic and takeaway containers then they switched back to glasses and plates.
Afternoon tea was available from 3 to 5pm but I was never really around.

Did you receive a welcome gift?
Fruit and a gorgeous chocolate and pastry platter. Lots of water replenished daily. I stayed at the hotel for 18 nights and after the first few days, they delivered lilies to my room and then replaced them once they wilted. Just a nice touch and they smelled amazing.

How was the minibar?
Initially empty because of covid, but before I arrived I had them add beer and wine. Had to call room service for refills which was fine. After third refill, they just stocked it as they normally would so in addition to beer/wine there was a good selection of whiskeys, vodka, gin, prosecco, mixers, perrier. I never received a price list and had no idea how much I spent over the 18 days, but wasn't charged anything additional.

What was good and what was bad?

-Good
- All staff members are extremely helpful, welcoming and everyone knew my name
- Fresh lilies in my room- Daily housekeeping without having to ask!
- Modified club lounge offerings were still fantastic. I really liked have the Club HH in the Noor Lounge, just more interesting and social- Location next to the souq and not far from The Avenues, Bahrain Bay, Reef Island, City Centre. Only a few minutes drive to the convention center for 5 day covid test
-Bad
- Out of the hotel's control, but it was tough when both pools were shutdown by Bahrain for covid. For a day or two, you could still still outside by the pool or sit at shaded tables/chairs, but then they shutdown all outdoor areas.
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Value for $ or Priority Club Points?
Yes

Would you return?
Yes, anytime!!