My ultimate reaction to the Conrad Bahrain is positive - in exchange for a typical lounge, you get an all-suite property where the suites are really serviced residences. Of course, I have no need for the residence amenities, but I can see how some would value these. Here are my impressions and photos:

Pros:

• Upgraded from City View Suite to Sea View Suite (base room here is City View Suite)
• Comfortable living room couch
• Bed is generally comfortable - slightly firm (and maybe a tad bouncy) mattress, plush pillows, covers of decent plushness for climate
• Shower pressure from the rainfall head is good
• Yummy chocolates and sliced fruits in welcome gift
• Nice views and automated curtains
• Turndowns completed automatically - given a sleep mask
• Breakfast at Sushisamba is wonderful - delicious eggs royale and hashbrowns, great chocolate cake, great barista coffee

Neutral:

• No physical lounge - there is a Diamond happy hour from 5 to 7 in the cigar lounge that I can’t comment on as I didn’t attend - trousers for men are required

Cons:

• Not a huge fan of the stone flooring, but that’s a personal preference

I would come back as I care more about breakfast quality than the presence of an all-day lounge.

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