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The 59th floor Executive Lounge has opened again today (Sunday, 1st Sept. 2013) after an extensive refurbishment. Pictures of the new lounge can be seen here:
New Exec Lounge Pictures by infoworks
10 Things to do while at the Hong Kong Conrad by wideman
The 59th floor Executive Lounge has opened again today (Sunday, 1st Sept. 2013) after an extensive refurbishment. Pictures of the new lounge can be seen here:
New Exec Lounge Pictures by infoworks
10 Things to do while at the Hong Kong Conrad by wideman
Conrad Hong Kong {HKG}
Oct 7, 2018, 4:34 am
#481
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Appreciate your picture as well as the new details, CHCflyer. You had many more chocolates, something on the edge of the table not completely visible, and of course the wine devine! Tempting indeed. So, I'm inclined to conclude that the "new management" has added to its suite offerings. (If only I knew who the "new management" is, so as to give credit where it's due). Thanks again, not without envy!
Oct 7, 2018, 2:35 pm
#482
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I believe they are just giving you a standard, by the book answer. When you’re physically there to check in, they’ll most probably give an upgrade to exec room.
That’s what happened to me as a Gold.
Can you imagine them promising lounge access to a non-Diamond on a black and white correspondence? Which is against Hilton policy?
That’s what happened to me as a Gold.
Can you imagine them promising lounge access to a non-Diamond on a black and white correspondence? Which is against Hilton policy?
Oct 7, 2018, 2:36 pm
#483
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I'm glad you had such a nice stay! I wonder about the Chinese tea brought to the room daily, as we've always had this on the day of check-in only. Perhaps daily in-room tea is a new amenity?
Oct 9, 2018, 5:26 am
#486
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Thanks for the refutation, Kacee. Either way I get drunk---every night, I hope! Seriously, though, if that wine is a straight (pun unintended) addition, how can they afford it? Should we be expecting massive increases in room rates soon? Is this Conrad making money? Or is the competition somehow forcing their hand? Pray tell a (daily) drunkard.
Oct 9, 2018, 6:01 pm
#487
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Thanks for the refutation, Kacee. Either way I get drunk---every night, I hope! Seriously, though, if that wine is a straight (pun unintended) addition, how can they afford it? Should we be expecting massive increases in room rates soon? Is this Conrad making money? Or is the competition somehow forcing their hand? Pray tell a (daily) drunkard.
Oct 10, 2018, 8:09 am
#488
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Then it begs the question, why don't they offer better wines at the EL during HH? They seem to be the same quality as at the Conrad in Singapore, where wines etc.. are taxed heavily.
Also, always thought that ordering wine with a meal in Hong Kong is often a very expensive proposition.
Also, always thought that ordering wine with a meal in Hong Kong is often a very expensive proposition.
Oct 10, 2018, 8:43 am
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Or less, since they are buying wholesale. I'm pretty sure it's not Lafitte 
Because they're giving it away for free? To people who earned Hilton Gold from a credit card?
Because they're giving it away for free? To people who earned Hilton Gold from a credit card?
Oct 10, 2018, 9:36 am
#490
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Perhaps because it is a 5 star property and there actually are people paying a premium (sometimes hefty) for Executive Rooms and Suites with EL access. The number of CC Golds and Diamonds are not likely to represent a large portion of their clientele on any given day.
Oct 10, 2018, 1:52 pm
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Then it begs the question, why don't they offer better wines at the EL during HH? They seem to be the same quality as at the Conrad in Singapore, where wines etc.. are taxed heavily.
Also, always thought that ordering wine with a meal in Hong Kong is often a very expensive proposition.
Also, always thought that ordering wine with a meal in Hong Kong is often a very expensive proposition.
. FWIW the 7-11 in the Lippo Centre had some excellent Chilean wines for sub $10 and their Australian wines were on par with what I would pay here.
Oct 10, 2018, 2:30 pm
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Capitalism usually means competition, thus lower prices for goods and services, including wine prices in restaurants, especially when there are no additional outside forces (taxes, duties) levied. That's why I find it somewhat peculiar.
Nov 24, 2018, 8:55 am
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Swimming pool closed 23 Jan to 4 Feb 2019
Hi,
When checking prices for a December stay, this message is displayed on the room price page
"The outdoor heated swimming pool will be closed from 23 January to 4 February 2019 for improvement works. Special arrangements for swimming guests will be provided. Please contact the hotel for further enquiries."
Regards
TBS
When checking prices for a December stay, this message is displayed on the room price page
"The outdoor heated swimming pool will be closed from 23 January to 4 February 2019 for improvement works. Special arrangements for swimming guests will be provided. Please contact the hotel for further enquiries."
Regards
TBS
Nov 24, 2018, 10:21 am
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Hi,
When checking prices for a December stay, this message is displayed on the room price page
"The outdoor heated swimming pool will be closed from 23 January to 4 February 2019 for improvement works. Special arrangements for swimming guests will be provided. Please contact the hotel for further enquiries."
When checking prices for a December stay, this message is displayed on the room price page
"The outdoor heated swimming pool will be closed from 23 January to 4 February 2019 for improvement works. Special arrangements for swimming guests will be provided. Please contact the hotel for further enquiries."
I've stayed at the Conrad Hong Kong before during pool maintenance work. Typically, guests can use the JW Marriott pool, a short walk through the mall.
Nov 24, 2018, 11:15 am
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Sorry , it was just FYI.
However I will be staying there for three nights in a fortnights time and will post comments on my stay when I return.
Regards
TBS