Hilton London Wembley {GBR}
May 11, 2019, 7:33 am
#199
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: norwich, uk
Programs: hhonors diamond
Posts: 5,397
Was great meeting wizla and sharing a laugh or two in the lounge, loved the outdoor terrace, nice vibe and not too busy! Time flew and we soon had to queue to get in the concert. Great gig, they didn’t disappoint.
Came back earlier than wizla and the bars the bars were dead as most people still in concert I guess. The icon bar had a good setup but unfortunately the staff weren’t too motivated and the beer selection was dismal (they show a lot of great beer on their menu but didn’t have them for whatever reason). The skybar was busier but it had a duo playing Spanish guitar and singing which sounded nice but not after a hard core hip-hop/rap concert!
Had a reasonably early night and a good sleep. Now waiting for that hip hop hero wizla for breakfast.
As ill need to be pleasant this morning to interact interact with other human beings, I opted for a quick trip to Caffè Nero around the corner to get a shot of ‘be nice’ or two. One also waiting for wizla if he can get his head off the bed!
(he’s actually been up longer than me and done a morning sauna apparently but still can’t help a bit of banter!
we’ll report back and do a live rate my breakfast plate....stay tuned!
Came back earlier than wizla and the bars the bars were dead as most people still in concert I guess. The icon bar had a good setup but unfortunately the staff weren’t too motivated and the beer selection was dismal (they show a lot of great beer on their menu but didn’t have them for whatever reason). The skybar was busier but it had a duo playing Spanish guitar and singing which sounded nice but not after a hard core hip-hop/rap concert!
Had a reasonably early night and a good sleep. Now waiting for that hip hop hero wizla for breakfast.
As ill need to be pleasant this morning to interact interact with other human beings, I opted for a quick trip to Caffè Nero around the corner to get a shot of ‘be nice’ or two. One also waiting for wizla if he can get his head off the bed!
(he’s actually been up longer than me and done a morning sauna apparently but still can’t help a bit of banter!we’ll report back and do a live rate my breakfast plate....stay tuned!
I didn’t bother with the gym this morning I opted for a swim instead, it was fairly busy but not unpleasant...... met botb for breakfast ( thanks again for the posh coffee mate! ) , I thought it was a reasonable spread, we both enjoyed some granola ( not a patch on Bankside) the hot offering and I had some chocolate bread which seems to be at most Hilton breakfasts nowadays, what a strange concept yet quite nice.
I checked out at 10-45, no queues and I’m on my way.....parking is £15 per 24hours, make sure at checkout that you get your card stamped! or it’s £75!.
CONCLUSION - yep, I really like it here, the rooms aren’t amazing but very good, clean and tidy, the lounge is huge and the service was good, shame they have no fizz but that aside it works well.
The area is very nice too with plenty of shops , restaurants and bars....I would happily recommend and return.
ROOM NO - 828 ( this has a connecting door but I didn’t hear anything)
NEXT PLANNED STAY. - Hilton Canary Wharf ( 17/6 / 19 )
UPDATE - I just noticed the room plan on the app does not accurately show the rooms with connecting doors, 828 did but doesn’t on map!
Last edited by wizla; May 11, 2019 at 7:38 am Reason: Additional information added
May 13, 2019, 11:41 am
#200
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Bristol, UK
Programs: HH D, Rad VIP, Marriott G
Posts: 5,357
Well, wizla, we’ll have to call it a tie regarding the granola challenge as no one voted! (Guess it answers the question of what happens if you call a challenge and no one answers!)
Thanks to those that read along on the live reporting and liked the photo!
Safe travels everyone!
Thanks to those that read along on the live reporting and liked the photo!
Safe travels everyone!
May 13, 2019, 3:53 pm
#201
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: norwich, uk
Programs: hhonors diamond
Posts: 5,397
Well, wizla, we’ll have to call it a tie regarding the granola challenge as no one voted! (Guess it answers the question of what happens if you call a challenge and no one answers!)
Thanks to those that read along on the live reporting and liked the photo!
Safe travels everyone!
Thanks to those that read along on the live reporting and liked the photo!
Safe travels everyone!
I’ve tried to upload some room pics but unsuccessfully.....will try again in a few days.
Jun 14, 2019, 3:13 am
#203
Join Date: Oct 2018
Programs: Hilton Honors
Posts: 77
Jun 14, 2019, 9:09 am
#204
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: norwich, uk
Programs: hhonors diamond
Posts: 5,397
Don’t forget to come back and let us know how you get on.... cheers Wizla.
Jun 14, 2019, 9:11 am
#205
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: norwich, uk
Programs: hhonors diamond
Posts: 5,397
Jul 10, 2019, 3:52 pm
#206
Moderator, Iberia Airlines, Airport Lounges, and Ambassador, British Airways Executive Club
Join Date: Feb 2010
Programs: BA Lifetime Gold; Flying Blue Life Platinum; LH Sen.; Hilton Diamond; Kemal Kebabs Prized Customer
Posts: 63,803
They have had a crackdown on the breakfast "standards" here recently, though the floor management give the impression this wasn't their idea. Among the more silly aspects of this is that Marmite has been banned from display (yes, I know most other Hiltons in the UK don't seem to have this difficulty). However in the cupboard below the jams etc, there is convenient bowl of mini Marmites, readily available on request. It would be good if other Wembley users could provide specific, constructive feedback about this, particularly if they are Diamonds, since the supervisors believe this does carry some weight.
Jul 11, 2019, 1:35 am
#207
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: norwich, uk
Programs: hhonors diamond
Posts: 5,397
They have had a crackdown on the breakfast "standards" here recently, though the floor management give the impression this wasn't their idea. Among the more silly aspects of this is that Marmite has been banned from display (yes, I know most other Hiltons in the UK don't seem to have this difficulty). However in the cupboard below the jams etc, there is convenient bowl of mini Marmites, readily available on request. It would be good if other Wembley users could provide specific, constructive feedback about this, particularly if they are Diamonds, since the supervisors believe this does carry some weight.
Last edited by wizla; Jul 11, 2019 at 6:11 am
Jul 11, 2019, 4:19 am
#208
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: Dante's 6th Circle
Programs: British Airways, Hilton Hhonors, Avis, Hertz
Posts: 80
They have had a crackdown on the breakfast "standards" here recently, though the floor management give the impression this wasn't their idea. Among the more silly aspects of this is that Marmite has been banned from display (yes, I know most other Hiltons in the UK don't seem to have this difficulty). However in the cupboard below the jams etc, there is convenient bowl of mini Marmites, readily available on request. It would be good if other Wembley users could provide specific, constructive feedback about this, particularly if they are Diamonds, since the supervisors believe this does carry some weight.
Sep 1, 2019, 3:08 am
#209
Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: Newcastle, UK
Posts: 2,379
Had another stay last week. Booked 2 rooms for 4 nights during summer sale, one King Family room for daughter and 2 granddaughters, one King room for self and wife. No upgrade given prior to check in. On arrival as a Diamond member, King room upgraded to King Executive room on 8th floor. No suites available on first night and that was confirmed on app before arrival. King family room was fine, but as it was one of the hottest weekends in London, we found the a/c in our Exec room was not working. Moved to another room on 8th floor and offered suite from the next day for remaining 3 nights. Suite 801, a small corner suite was fine and gave us some extra space and we slept well in the comfortable bed . Hotel very generous and gave all five of us access to Exec lounge and full breakfast each morning. Enjoyed the pool for the first couple of days, but it closed for maintenance work after the second night, which was disappointing for the children. Since our last stay, it now appears that they have done away with the hot offerings in the Exec lounge, but a good choice of cold canapes, salad, bread, biscuits and cheese . As on previous stays, we parked in the adjacent Gold car park and this costs £15 per night when you get your ticket validated at reception. We all enjoyed the stay and again found this to be a great value for money stay, especially when paying summer sale prices.
Sep 1, 2019, 8:44 am
#210
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: norwich, uk
Programs: hhonors diamond
Posts: 5,397
Had another stay last week. Booked 2 rooms for 4 nights during summer sale, one King Family room for daughter and 2 granddaughters, one King room for self and wife. No upgrade given prior to check in. On arrival as a Diamond member, King room upgraded to King Executive room on 8th floor. No suites available on first night and that was confirmed on app before arrival. King family room was fine, but as it was one of the hottest weekends in London, we found the a/c in our Exec room was not working. Moved to another room on 8th floor and offered suite from the next day for remaining 3 nights. Suite 801, a small corner suite was fine and gave us some extra space and we slept well in the comfortable bed . Hotel very generous and gave all five of us access to Exec lounge and full breakfast each morning. Enjoyed the pool for the first couple of days, but it closed for maintenance work after the second night, which was disappointing for the children. Since our last stay, it now appears that they have done away with the hot offerings in the Exec lounge, but a good choice of cold canapes, salad, bread, biscuits and cheese . As on previous stays, we parked in the adjacent Gold car park and this costs £15 per night when you get your ticket validated at reception. We all enjoyed the stay and again found this to be a great value for money stay, especially when paying summer sale prices.