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Jan 29, 2006 | 10:35 pm

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Hampton:

Breakfast: Self-serve, mostly "continental" with a few hot items; disposable plates, cups, utensils.
Rooms: Some have microwave/refrigerator, but not standard; mostly basic furnishings although King Study rooms are typically nicer with a small sofa.
Bathroom: Lower-level amenities; typically shampoo, soap, and lotion but no conditioner. Plastic cups.
Hotel Structure/Architecture: Most Hamptons have interior corridors and elevators, but some older properties have exterior corridors. Some have no elevators. Lobby areas are generally small. Some do not have exercise rooms.

Hilton Garden Inn:

Breakfast: Buffet with wider variety of both hot and cold items; cooked-to-order eggs. "Real" plates, glasses, and utensils. Many locations also offer dinner service in the restaurant and evening room service. Evening cocktail service is also available at some locations.
Rooms: Nicer furnishings; currently being upgraded with new beds, TVs, and a more modern look. All rooms have a microwave and refrigerator. Rooms typically have a better desk and work chair than Hamptons. Beds always have bedskirts covering box springs; Hamptons typically don't have this.
Bathroom: Neutrogena amenities (lotion, shampoo, conditioner, mouthwash), real glasses, towels are typically larger and more plush than Hamptons.
Hotel Structure/Architecture: Interior corridors at all properties. Generally newer than many Hamptons. Larger lobby areas with fireplace. Meeting space for smaller functions.

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