Originally Posted by
stvr
What makes this nicer than a Hyatt Regency? (Question inspired by seeing the same terrible Pharmacopia bottles in the shower and not even body wash.)
Originally Posted by
Biggie Fries
Haven't been there since before the pandemic, so maybe some of this has changed. But I would put out there:
- A well-stocked and well-maintained lounge (food and drink).
- Two restaurants that good serve as destinations in themselves (seafood for one, Italian for the other)
- An extensive property, outside and inside (multiple places to drink).
I stayed here in November.
1. Club lounge is currently closed.
2. The Italian one is being used for event space right now, but Oystercatchers is still extremely excellent and far better than a typical HR restaurant.
3. Still true, although I can’t remember if pool bars were open.
I’d still say it’s nicer than a Regency. In November they had Balmain toiletries, not sure if it changed. But the interiors, grounds and rooms are a smidge nicer than a Regency. The rooms could probably use an update to make them feel more luxury but they’re still pretty modern and the property does feel a step above a HR. Interestingly it seems this property did start out as a Regency before converting.