Originally Posted by
markmk
As an infrequent visitor of the Hilton chain without the diamond status, is Hilton Conrad worth a visit? I heard the regular buffet breakfast has some really cramped seating areas. Maybe the breakfast from the lounge is better, but I doubt I will purchase the lounge access. How does it compare to the nearby Athenee Hotel? I had a recent stay at Athenee earlier this year. Although as a Marriott Gold, I wasn't so impressed due to the aging hardware and not ideal view from my room. Athenee also doesn't offer fresh coconut at their breakfast buffet. How does Conrad compare to Athenee? I think Conrad has a better view with refurbished rooms.
The location is not great, long walk to the nearest train stop. Feels pretty dated even in the newer renovated rooms. The rooms felt very cramped. I was only upgraded to an executive king as a diamond. Breakfast was very crowded and mediocre. The executive lounge was a good size and probably my favorite thing about this hotel.